Aboitiz Construction, in partnership with Tsuneishi Holdings (Cebu) Inc. and Lapu-Lapu Cebu International College, has broken ground for a 16-month Civil Engineering Building project in Bankal, Lapu-Lapu City that will strengthen educational infrastructure, generate local jobs, and train future engineers for careers in civil engineering and shipbuilding.
On August 12, Aboitiz Construction and Tsuneishi Holdings (Cebu) Inc., together with Lapu-Lapu Cebu International College (LCIC), broke ground on the construction of LCIC’s new Civil Engineering Building in Bankal, Lapu-Lapu City.
The project, set for completion in 16 months, will provide modern facilities to strengthen educational infrastructure and prepare students for careers in civil engineering and shipbuilding. Designed as both an academic hub and a training ground, the building will help equip future engineers with the technical knowledge and practical skills needed in the industry.
The scope of work covers civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection components, highlighting Aboitiz Construction’s integrated capabilities. The project will generate nearly 200 jobs, with 90 percent of manpower to be sourced locally.
“This project is more than just a building. Together with Lapu-Lapu Cebu International College and Tsuneishi Holdings (Cebu) Inc., we are combining expertise, resources, and shared values to build the Civil Engineering Building—a symbol of quality and innovation,” said Ramez Sidhom, Chief Operating Officer of Aboitiz Construction.
LCIC President Professor Grace Gorospe-Jamon, PhD, thanked the partners for their support: “We thank Aboitiz Construction for this partnership. No one is insignificant here—everyone plays a role in turning this facility into fruition.”
“We firmly believe that this facility, which is closely aligned with the engineering and design aspects of shipbuilding, will play a vital role in nurturing future engineers who will lead the shipbuilding and civil engineering industry in the Philippines,” said Mr. Yasuaki Seto, President of Tsuneishi Holdings (Cebu) Inc.
The initiative further strengthens the long-standing partnership between Aboitiz Construction and Tsuneishi Holdings (Cebu) Inc., which began in 1996 through Tsuneishi Heavy Industries Cebu Inc. (THICI) in Balamban, Cebu. Over the years, Aboitiz Construction has supported multiple shipbuilding phases and generated an average of about 1,500 jobs per year, with most hires coming from local communities.
Through projects like the LCIC Civil Engineering Building, Aboitiz Construction continues to be Engineered for Excellence—building for business to prosper and communities to thrive.
