CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Bureau of Customs (BOC)–Port of Cagayan de Oro marked its 50th Founding Anniversary with a strong fiscal performance, posting ₱39.46 billion in revenue collection for Fiscal Year 2025.

The milestone celebration was held at the Chali Resort and Conference Center, where customs officials highlighted the port’s role as a key revenue-generating district and trade gateway in Northern Mindanao.

Customs Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno commended the port’s workforce for its contribution to the Bureau’s overall collection efforts, emphasizing the agency’s continued push for Integrity, Accountability, and Modernization (IAM) across all collection districts.

“Performance and transparency remain central to our mandate,” Nepomuceno said, reiterating that revenue generation supports national government programs and public services.

The Port of Cagayan de Oro, classified as the 10th Collection District, serves as a major entry point for fuel, raw materials, and consumer goods in Northern Mindanao. Among its top importers are energy and manufacturing firms, including Pilipinas Shell, Petron, Jetti Petroleum, GN Power, and Nestlé Philippines.

Leading exporters operating through the port include Del Monte Philippines, DOLE Philippines, Axelum Resources Corp., and Philippine Sinter Corp., reflecting Mindanao’s strong agricultural and industrial base.

District Collector Atty. Manuel O. Zurbito Jr. said the port continues to play a vital role in facilitating legitimate trade while ensuring proper assessment and collection of duties and taxes.

“As the gateway to Northern Mindanao, the Port of Cagayan de Oro remains committed to efficient trade facilitation and strict compliance with customs laws,” Zurbito said.

During the anniversary program, the district recognized its Top 10 importers and exporters for their significant contributions to revenue collection and adherence to customs regulations.

Established in 1976, the Port of Cagayan de Oro has grown into one of Mindanao’s major customs districts, supporting regional economic activity while contributing billions in annual revenues to the national government.

Officials said the Bureau will continue strengthening enforcement, digitalization, and trade facilitation initiatives as it moves into its next decade of operations.

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