State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), in partnership with the Poro Point Management Corp. (PPMC) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), is redeveloping the 8,000-square-meter Poro Point Baywalk in La Union province into a modern sports and recreation complex.
The extensive redevelopment aims to transform the baywalk into a vibrant seaside hub, enhancing Poro Point’s appeal for recreation, tourism and investment in Northern Luzon.
The project will feature a 400-seater grandstand, an Olympic-standard skate course and dedicated courts for basketball volleyball pickleball and badminton. The complex will also include a public park and an events space equipped with solar-powered lighting.
BCDA president and chief executive Joshua Bingcang highlighted the project’s community impact.
“This project shows how we can turn our economic zones into spaces that truly serve the community. Together with PPMC and DPWH, we’re building not just facilities, but experiences that enhance local life and strengthen Poro Point’s appeal as a destination,” he said.
Under the agreement, BCDA will provide the project site and concur with the design prepared by DPWH, which is responsible for the funding procurement and construction.
PPMC will take over inspection coordination and maintenance after completion to ensure the facility remains well-managed and accessible to the public.
PPMC officer-in-charge president and chief executive Servillano Flores Jr. cited the collaborative nature of the initiative.
“The joint project represents our shared vision for growth and innovation. Once complete, the facility will not only expand our capabilities but also create new opportunities for collaboration learning and progress,” Flores said.
The project also includes the construction of essential amenities such as toilet and shower facilities, landscaping works, covered benches and upgraded utilities to ensure a sustainable and inclusive leisure experience.
Once completed, the new Poro Point Baywalk is expected to boost local tourism, generate employment opportunities and open up livelihood options for small and medium-sized enterprises in La Union.
, Poro Point Management Corporation (PPMC), and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) are redeveloping the Poro Point Baywalk in La Union into an 8,000-square-meter modern sports and recreation complex featuring an Olympic-standard skate course and multiple sports courts to boost local tourism and investment.){kind=link}