Clark, Philippines
Sea freight in Clark
We book FCL and LCL sea freight for shippers and consignees in Clark, via Subic Bay. Pre-carriage, on-carriage by road or rail and the customs entries are planned together with the ocean booking.
Airports, seaports and connections in Clark
- AirportClark International
CRK - SeaportSubic Bay
Clark International Airport (CRK) lies inside the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga, north of Metro Manila. It opened a new passenger terminal in 2022 and serves as the main alternative to Manila (MNL) for Luzon, with international flights to Asian and Middle Eastern destinations. Its location inside the freeport makes it practical for companies registered with the Clark Development Corporation. For sea freight, the nearest container port is Subic Bay, to the west via the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway, while the Port of Manila is reached via the North Luzon Expressway.
The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) connects Clark with Metro Manila to the south, and the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) links it with Subic Bay to the west and Tarlac to the north, where the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway continues to Northern Luzon. The North-South Commuter Railway, linking Clark with Manila, is under construction. New Clark City in Capas, Tarlac, is being developed nearby. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Clark, Pampanga and Central Luzon.
Operational logistics facts for Clark
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Clark International Airport (CRK) | International air freight for Central and Northern Luzon | Less congested alternative to MNL, located inside the freeport |
| Clark Freeport Zone (Clark Development Corporation) | Electronics, aviation services, logistics, manufacturing | Freeport customs treatment for registered companies |
| Subic Bay container terminals, via SCTEX | FCL and LCL | Container port reachable by expressway without crossing Metro Manila |
| NLEX and SCTEX corridor | Road freight to Manila, Subic and Northern Luzon | Direct expressway links in three directions |
Industries in Clark and how we support them
The Clark Freeport Zone hosts electronics and semiconductor manufacturers, aviation services, logistics and distribution centres, and companies in food and light manufacturing, while the surrounding provinces of Pampanga, Tarlac and Bulacan add food processing and general manufacturing. Many freeport companies export finished goods and import components and machinery. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight via CRK or MNL on our own air waybills, Next Flight Out for line-down parts, On-Board Couriers for critical components and FCL or LCL sea freight via Subic Bay or Manila. Our own customs team handles declarations in-house, including the procedures for freeport-registered companies.
FCL and LCL via Subic Bay
Full containers are booked directly with the shipping line; for smaller volumes we use LCL consolidation services. Pre-carriage from Clark to Subic Bay, or on-carriage after arrival, is arranged by road or rail as part of the same booking.
Customs clearance in the Philippines
In-house customs team
Customs clearance in the Philippines is handled by our own in-house customs team.
For air freight to and from the Philippines we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in the Philippines need accreditation as an importer with the Bureau of Customs.
Frequently asked questions
Which port is used for sea freight to and from Clark?
Usually Subic Bay. Depending on the shipping line and the destination, another port can be faster or more economical; we compare the options when quoting.