(L–R) 2GO Travel Head of Product Development George Clayton P. Narag; PhilExport Region 12 Chapter President Cecilia Loquias; PhilExport Head Office Vice President for Promotions Leonor Abella; Head of DTI Regional Operations Group Undersecretary Blesila Lantayona; 2GO Travel Business Unit Head Francis John Chua; DTI Region 12 Regional Director Flora D. Politud-Gabunales, CESO V; and 2GO Travel AVP for F&B, Ancillary, and Hotel Operations Roland Sunga.
Through its Biyahe2Business campaign, 2GO, the leading maritime travel company in the Philippines, has formally partnered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to promote locally produced goods under the One Town, One Product (OTOP) initiative. By showcasing their OTOP products in special kiosks on board 2GO Travel vessels, the partnership seeks to increase market visibility for local MSMEs. Every trip is transformed into a display of local cuisine, handicrafts, and Filipino pride thanks to this project.
OTOP items from Region 12 are the first to be highlighted under the Biyahe2Business program, marking the official start of the partnership. In collaboration with the local DTI office, MV 2GO Masinag will have a dedicated OTOP nook that will showcase approved products. Additional 2GO vessels will soon have access to more OTOP displays from different regions.
This initiative supports DTI’s Supply Chain and Logistics Center (SCLC), a platform that provides real-time logistics information, market linkages, and capacity-building programs for MSMEs.
“This collaboration allows DTI regional offices to bring and promote their products across islands through creative and practical logistics solutions,” said DTI-12 Regional Director and DTI-RAPID Growth Project National Director Flora D. Politud-Gabunales, CESO V. “Through this, 2GO has opened new opportunities for MSMEs to reach more customers and for travelers to discover authentic Filipino flavors and craftsmanship from across the country.”
The partnership aligns with 2GO Travel’s ongoing commitment to empower small businesses by improving access to transport and logistics solutions through the 2GO Travel’s Biyahe2Business platform. With this program, 2GO bridges the gap between local entrepreneurs and wider markets, ensuring that Filipino-made products can travel as far and as proudly as the people who create them.
“This partnership underscores our long-term commitment to help small businesses thrive by providing flexible, affordable, and reliable transport solutions,” said Francis John Chua, Business Unit Head for 2GO Travel. “With our generous 50KG luggage allowance, SMEs can move their products and supplies more freely across islands. This advantage supports their growth and reach. At 2GO, we believe sea travel is not only about connecting destinations, but also about connecting communities, celebrating culture, and enabling commerce. Through this initiative, we bring the best of every region to more Filipinos.”
As DTI’s official travel and logistics partner, 2GO Travel will provide group tour packages and exclusive MSME travel discounts in addition to exhibiting local goods. These initiatives will give business owners reliable and affordable mobility options. 2GO keeps improving national connectivity for business and trade by providing direct flights from Manila to important trading hubs including Iloilo, Bacolod, Cebu, Cagayan de Oro, and its newest destinations, Davao and General Santos City.
In accordance with the agreement, 2GO will also support Logistics Support Desks at specific Negosyo Centers in strategic areas and offer consulting and logistics advice services catered to MSME needs.
Contact [email protected] for information on travel deals and logistics that are only available to MSME’s.
For more information, please visit www.sminvestments.com
No Comments