The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) signed a memorandum of understanding with 2GO Group Inc. to integrate the logistics firm into the government’s official network and strengthen support for small businesses across the country.
The agreement, signed at the 2GO headquarters, enhances the services of the DTI Supply Chain and Logistics Center (SCLC) by utilizing the company’s nationwide transport network. The partnership seeks to address high shipping costs, unreliable service providers and supply chain gaps that hinder micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in a country with more than 7,600 islands.
DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque said the collaboration responds to the logistical challenges of an archipelagic nation where efficient transport is vital for connecting producers to markets. Through the SCLC, the government aims to provide MSMEs with a clearer view of the market while building platforms that empower businesses to choose their own paths, Roque said.
She said the cooperation between the government and established logistics providers ensures that goods move smoothly between regions. She said that logistics players are essential in bridging markets from Region I to Region XVIII, allowing businesses of all sizes to participate in domestic trade. 2GO president and chief executive Frederic DyBuncio and 2GO chief operating officer William Howell attended the ceremonial signing led by Roque
