Mindanao is not a peripheral story. That was the message 2GO brought to the 35th Mindanao Business Conference in Cagayan de Oro City on August 12, 2026. As the Philippines’ largest end-to-end transportation and logistics solutions provider, 2GO used the occasion to reaffirm its commitment to strengthening connectivity across the region — helping businesses access markets and travelers reach their destinations nationwide.
- 2GO at the Mindanao Business Conference 2026
- Why Mindanao’s Growth Depends on Connectivity
- 2GO Forwarding: 18 Mindanao Hubs and 1.5 Million Packages Annually
- 2GO Sea Solutions: 20-Port Network and 2.5 Million Metric Tons of Cargo
- 2GO Travel: 18 Mindanao Routes and 37 Weekly Voyages
- Building Mindanao’s Future Together
2GO at the Mindanao Business Conference 2026
2GO Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer William Howell took the stage at the conference, which ran from August 11 to 13 under the theme “Accelerating Inclusive Growth through Innovation and Sustainability: Bridging the Gap, Scaling the Future.”
Howell highlighted connectivity as a critical enabler of a more inclusive and future-proof Mindanao economy. He outlined four strategic pillars underpinning the region’s economic advantage: industry, growth engines, connectivity, and tourism. While Mindanao continues to produce globally competitive agricultural and manufactured products, Howell stressed that connectivity ties these growth drivers together.
“Connectivity is not merely about moving goods and passengers. It is about enabling commerce, expanding access, attracting investments, and strengthening communities,” Howell said.
Why Mindanao’s Growth Depends on Connectivity
Mindanao plays a vital role in the Philippine economy — spanning agriculture and fisheries, energy, manufacturing, mining, exports, and tourism. However, the region’s full potential still depends on how efficiently goods, people, and opportunities move across markets.
“When we talk about the future of the Philippine economy, Mindanao is not a peripheral story,” Howell said. Strong connectivity links farmers to markets, manufacturers to customers, exporters to gateways, and communities to new economic opportunities. Moreover, it positions Mindanao as a more attractive destination for domestic and international investments.
2GO Forwarding: 18 Mindanao Hubs and 1.5 Million Packages Annually
To support Mindanao’s industries, 2GO operates a nationwide Forwarding network of 93 distribution hubs and warehouses — with 18 located in Mindanao alone. Through this network, 2GO Forwarding handles approximately 1.5 million packages, or around 150,000 transactions, in the region every year.
This broad coverage ensures that businesses across Mindanao — from MSMEs to large exporters — can move products efficiently and reliably to markets beyond the region.
2GO Sea Solutions: 20-Port Network and 2.5 Million Metric Tons of Cargo
Through 2GO Sea Solutions, the company connects Mindanao to key commercial hubs across the Philippines. 2GO currently serves ports in Cagayan de Oro, Ozamiz, Butuan, Dipolog, Davao, General Santos, and Zamboanga as part of its 20-port national network.
In 2025, 2GO transported 2.5 million metric tons of cargo to, from, and within Mindanao. Furthermore, the company offers specialized logistics solutions tailored to the region’s industries, including:
- Project logistics for large-scale developments
- Cold chain solutions for agricultural and food products
- E-commerce logistics for growing online sellers
- Cross-docking solutions for faster goods movement
2GO Travel: 18 Mindanao Routes and 37 Weekly Voyages
Connectivity in Mindanao goes beyond cargo. Through 2GO Travel, the company supports the mobility of entrepreneurs, workers, tourists, and communities across the archipelago.
2GO Travel currently operates 36 active passenger routes nationwide, with 18 routes connecting Mindanao to Luzon and the Visayas. The network supports 37 weekly voyages, strengthening access to markets, employment, tourism, and economic opportunities for passengers traveling to and from the region.
Building Mindanao’s Future Together
2GO’s participation in the Mindanao Business Conference builds on ongoing engagements with government agencies, chambers of commerce, and business stakeholders across the region. Earlier this year, 2GO partnered with the Mindanao Development Authority and the Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. to convene regional leaders for discussions on logistics challenges and supply chain connectivity.
Through its integrated network of sea freight, forwarding, specialized logistics, and passenger travel, 2GO continues to support the next chapter of Mindanao’s growth — connecting people, markets, and opportunities across the Philippines.
For more information about 2GO’s end-to-end logistics and transportation solutions, visit www.2GO.com.ph.
