WINNING | MPIC strengthens ESG-driven finance strategy

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  • MPIC strengthens investor cases through finance-led sustainability
  • Global recognition highlights integration of ESG into capital allocation
  • Company earns its third Finance for the Future award


Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) is reinforcing its long-term investment story by embedding sustainability deeper into financial planning, capital allocation and risk management, as the infrastructure holding company positions itself for resilient growth across its portfolio.

The strategy recently earned global recognition after MPIC was named Team of the Year at the 2026 Finance for the Future Awards, marking the company's third win in the international program organized by Accounting for Sustainability , Deloitte and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

Why it matters

Investors are placing greater weight on how companies integrate sustainability into financial decision-making rather than treating environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives as standalone programs.

For infrastructure companies with long investment horizons, aligning finance with sustainability can strengthen resilience and improve capital deployment.

From left: Jilmar Villalon, assistant vice president, financial planning; Kats Roxas, vice president, Treasury; Chaye Cabal-Revilla, chief finance, risk and sustainability officer; Kristine Pineda-Fragante, vice president, financial planning and reporting, controller; Maricris Aldover-Ysmael, vice president, investor relations, data privacy officer; Julius Caesar Manalo, group financial reporting manager | Contributed photo

The London-based awards recognize finance organizations that successfully integrate sustainability into corporate strategy and business decision-making. 

Judges cited MPIC's enterprise-wide approach, saying sustainability is embedded across strategy, governance, investment decisions and performance management, with the finance function playing a central role in delivering both sustainability outcomes and financial performance.

The big picture

 MPIC said it has aligned financial, risk and sustainability considerations across strategic planning, capital allocation and performance management to support long-term value creation while continuing to provide essential infrastructure services.

“We are deeply honored to be recognized as Team of the Year at the Finance for the Future Awards. This recognition reflects MPIC’s continued commitment to embedding sustainability at the core of how we operate, shaping not only our financial decisions, but also how we identify risks, allocate capital, and drive long-term value for the communities we serve.

This award is a testament to the dedication, expertise, and teamwork of every member of MPIC Finance, Risk, and Sustainability team. Our team’s individual excellence and collective commitment have been instrumental in advancing our sustainability agenda and delivering lasting value for our stakeholders. This recognition also affirms the strength of our shared efforts and inspires us to continue building a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future,” MPIC chief finance, risk and sustainability officer Chaye Cabal-Revilla said in a press statement.

What’s next

MPIC said the recognition adds to its growing portfolio of international sustainability honors and supports its commitment to transparent reporting, responsible business practices and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 12 on responsible consumption and production. —Vanessa Hidalgo| Ed: Corrie S. Narisma

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