The Philippine Constructors Association, Inc. (PCA) participated in the 59th ASEAN Constructors Federation (ACF) Conference and Council Meeting 2026, held on October 26–28, 2026, at the JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, hosted by the Master Builders Association Malaysia (MBAM).
Anchored on the theme “Transforming Construction Through AI, Digitalisation and Smart Technologies,” the conference brought together construction industry leaders across ASEAN to explore how emerging technologies are transforming the construction sector. Discussions highlighted the growing applications of artificial intelligence, digital platforms, drones, robotics, and autonomous systems in improving project delivery, productivity, quality, safety, and inspection processes.
The Council Meeting also provided an opportunity for member associations to share updates on their respective construction industries and discuss common challenges, including rising material costs, skilled manpower shortages, and concerns surrounding contracts, payment practices, and risk allocation. Member associations also exchanged insights and initiatives focused on workforce development, productivity improvement, innovation, and the sustainable growth of the construction industry across the region.
Representing PCA were President Jerry Pancho, First Vice President Lesley Villanueva, Treasurer Raffy Manalo, PCA Pampanga Chapter President Chito Mungcal, and PCA MariValley Chapter President Ardon Dadulo, together with Assistant Executive Director Alec Ladanga and Senior Project Manager Leo Valera.
The ASEAN Constructors Federation (ACF) is composed of national construction industry associations from Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand, with PCA proudly serving as one of its founding members.
Through its active participation in regional engagements such as the ACF Conference and Council Meeting, PCA continues to strengthen international partnerships, promote knowledge exchange, and support initiatives that advance the Philippine construction industry.