MPT South bags Quill Award for 'Biyaheng South' Cavite Tourism Passport Initiative

City of Manila—Metro Pacific Tollways South (MPT South), a unit of Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC), proudly received the Award of Merit at the 21st Philippine Quill Awards for its ‘Biyaheng South’ Cavite Tourism Passport.  

The Philippine Quill Awards, organized by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Philippines, is regarded as one of the most prestigious award programs in the country for business communication. It honors outstanding programs, campaigns, and publications that showcase excellence in strategy, creativity, and impact, while also contributing to the growth of organizations and communities alike. 

The ‘Biyaheng South’ Cavite Tourism Passport, bagged the Award of Merit under the Communication Skills Division, Publications Category. This project stands out as a creative initiative that promotes Cavite’s diverse destinations, from unique local food spots to cultural landmarks. 

An improved version of the passport was just recently relaunched on August 1, 2025, in collaboration with the Provincial Government of Cavite, giving tourists and locals an engaging way to rediscover Cavite’s heritage while boosting local businesses. The project serves as a unique tool to encourage travel to the South, aligning with MPT South’s advocacy of supporting regional growth and sustainable tourism. 

“We are truly honored to receive this Award of Merit for our 'Biyaheng South' Cavite Tourism Passport. It inspires us to keep creating projects that celebrate local heritage, empower communities, and enrich the driving experience of every traveler using our expressway,” said Arlette V. Capistrano, Vice President of Communication and Stakeholder Management of MPT South.  

With this recognition, MPT South looks ahead to further innovating and championing initiatives that promote inclusivity, cultural appreciation, and economic growth—making the South not just a destination, but a thriving hub for tourism and development. 

About MPT South  

MPT South is a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC), the infrastructure arm of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC). Aside from the CALAX and CAVITEX network of toll roads, MPTC’s domestic portfolio includes the concessions for the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), the NLEX Connector Road, the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX), and the Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX) in Cebu.