Larger UPS air hub in Philippines boosts Asia service levels

UPS has expanded its air hub at Clark International Airport in the Philippines, creating a facility 15 times larger than its previous version. This upgrade enables the express carrier to deliver to Asia two days faster than before, improving connectivity across its global network. The $80 million expansion includes specialized areas for handling time-sensitive and temperature-sensitive shipments, with an average daily parcel volume of 46,000 and a maximum processing capacity of 15,000 pieces per hour.

The new hub, covering 323,000 square feet, supports 170 flight segments weekly connecting Asia, Europe, and the United States. It has also generated nearly 600 jobs. The Department of Transportation approved transferring six UPS flying rights between Hong Kong and Warsaw, Poland, and Hanoi, Vietnam, to Clark Airport to boost trade between the Philippines and Hong Kong.

UPS began operations at Clark in 2002 and announced the new facility in March 2024. The hub features refrigeration units, re-icing capabilities, RFID technology for priority handling, and an automated sorting system. UPS sees the Philippines as a key region for growth and connectivity, with more investments planned for its Asia Pacific network.