Ulticon Builders, Inc. continues its mission to promote peace through progress. In December 2019, UBI worked with the Philippine Army 88th Infantry (Maringal) Battalion 4th Infantry Diamond Division for a conflict resiliency program in Sitios Salumayag and Kasilaan, Barangay Halapitan, San Fernando, Bukidnon. Upon the request of Philippine Army Team Leader Bobby Navaro and Captain Eric Gale, UBI donated sacks of rice, boxes of canned goods and coffee to be distributed to New People’s Army ex-rebels.
The Philippine Army is at the forefront of the government’s goal of defeating terrorism. They strive to secure peace by protecting communities from NPA cells, known to cause disorder, destruction, and death; and by evolving communities to be conflict-resilient. Their role becomes critical especially in provinces with a long history of insurgency such as Bukidnon. Conflict resiliency community programs, which cover the rehabilitation of ex-NPA rebels, help prevent insurgent groups from connecting again with their former members, reintegrating into society.
UBI, founded by Charlie S. Gonzalez and Engr. Sonny Gonzalez in 1997, supports a whole-of-government approach to bring about progress in provinces with peace and order issues. The company believes that peace can only be achieved when the local economy is robust and tangibly improves lives. To give back to the community, UBI provides financial and technical assistance to government and non-government organizations that champion the same belief.
Ulticon Builders, Inc. (UBI), construction industry leader headed by Carlos Gonzalez, assisted the 78 Headquarters Alpha (Archer) Company 8th Infantry (Dependable) Battalion, 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division in monitoring and combat operations in the Bukidnon hinterlands on 16 June 2020. The Philippine Army mounted the operations to help protect people from insurgency and suppress armed threats. In support, to facilitate ease of transportation, UBI donated 60 liters of diesel for use in vehicles to carry army troops and materials around Barangay Can-ayan, Malaybalay, Bukidnon. CPL Lemuel N Tanan and Commanding Officer 1Lt Vhon Rotsen R. Cruzado worked with UBI managers in Barangay Sugod, Valencia City for this latest collaboration between UBI and the Philippine Army.
The Dependable Battalion is tasked to pursue the government goals of securing peace and order while fighting communist terrorism in Malaybalay City. Guided by Executive Order 70 – which calls for a whole-of-nation approach to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (ELCAC) – the Dependable Battalion’s own localized approach has evolved. They have been teaming up with different government agencies and private organizations to provide holistic solutions to the insurgency issue. The battalion helps ex-rebels by giving them opportunities for rehabilitation and access to livelihood and housing. At the same time, the battalion values the role of citizens in the approach and calls on them to provide information about the location of any trace of insurgency in the area. Citizens can be assured that their safety will be protected as they fulfill their duty for the country.
UBI is no stranger to regions with challenging peace and order conditions and where threats from insurgency groups abound. Yet, UBI is a company that has been resolute in pursuing its mission to build roads, bridges, and other infrastructure that open and connect communities to opportunities for development. The company will continue its partnership with the various branches of the Philippine Army to protect communities from harm as they navigate their way to progress amid precarious socio-political landscapes.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is steadfast in connecting communities and improving people’s lives. Ulticon Builders, Inc. (UBI) shares with the AFP, not only this mission, but also the tenacity and courage to embark on the most challenging projects and operations amid precarious socio-political conditions. As UBI builds world-class infrastructure that opens the countryside to progress, the AFP helps usher in progress through peace and order.
To support the AFP in this shared mission, UBI provided assistance to the Barracks Construction Project of the Philippine Army’s 403rd Infantry (Peacemaker) Brigade in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon in February 2020. The project aimed to improve the personnel’s living and working conditions – starting with the barracks. UBI donated construction materials such as bags of cement to be used for the barracks floor. Through improvements in the camp, the Philippine Army and UBI hope to motivate the Peacemaker Brigade to perform with excellence even as the demands of their duties increasingly become more arduous.
Another testament that UBI and the AFP are partners in nation building, this project was made possible through the efforts of Mr. Rudolph C. Lopez, UBI Bukidnon Audit Officer, and Colonel Ferdinand T. Barandon, Acting Commander of the Peacemaker Brigade, which tirelessly protects people and property from harm against armed rebel groups in Malaybalay City.
The Philippine Army Alpha (Arbiter) Company, 89th Infantry (Makatao) Battalion, 10ID and construction industry giant Ulticon Builders, Inc. (UBI) joined forces to construct a temporary elementary school for the Matigsalog and Manobo Tribes of San Fernando, Bukidnon on March 7, 2020.
Despite the very fertile rivers and valleys of San Fernando, Bukidnon – the municipality has been hindered from maximizing developmental opportunities due to the remoteness of the area. Amid socio-economic and cultural issues and conflicts, only very few elementary schools catering to the educational needs of indigenous children exist in its far-flung barangays and sitios. Alarmingly, some schools are operated by organizations that promote radical, left-leaning ideologies. These realities motivated Engr. Ruben M. Garcia (Project Manager, Matupe Project), 1st Lieutenant Darwin Catapang, and Captain Milbert D. Bonzato to work together on the makeshift school program. For Sitio Luburon, Barangay Matupe – UBI donated one tonne of cement, one load of sand and gravel, 100 pieces of hollow blocks, 20 pieces 9mm steel, and two pieces of fly boards.
The Alpha (Arbiter) Company, 89th Infantry (Makatao) Battalion is stationed in Sitio Balakayo, Barangay Kalagangan to maintain and protect peace and order in its communities. They believe that education is an enabler for peace and progress, so they continuously develop and implement concrete projects to make learning accessible to the residents. Moreover, their mission has evolved from fighting only in armed battles to also fighting for the rights of Indigenous Peoples to education, security, and equality.
Through the years, UBI has valued its partnership with the different branches of the Philippine Army, specifically those located in Mindanao. UBI seeks to provide equal opportunities for the country’s marginalized communities, including Indigenous Peoples. By supporting the construction of schools and funding initiatives on education, UBI is one with the Philippine Army in supporting our Lumad brothers and sisters to reach their full potential in the name of progress for their communities.
Ulticon Builders, Inc. (UBI) is equally passionate about building roads and bridges as it is about nation building. For UBI, nation building is anchored on inclusion – with no one left behind – the spirit that fuels the company’s unwavering support for the country’s Indigenous Peoples (IP).
On 26 February 2020 – UBI, represented by General Manager Rudolph Joseph C. Lopez, planted one abaca seedling and four dragon fruit cuttings to ceremonially commence the Luyungan Food Sufficiency Project in Luyungan IP High School in Nasuli, Bangcud, Malaybalay City. More importantly, UBI pledged to build the water system for the plantation and to supply meals during labor activities.
The project has been inspired by Luyungan IP High School students struggling with their basic needs, including food, while pursuing their studies. Because of the long distance between the school and their villages, students find it hard to go home on weekends and their parents have difficulty feeding them. The school administrators have been soliciting food from government and private organizations, but they recognize that such food assistance is a temporary solution. In contrast, the Luyungan Food Sufficiency Project will provide long-term benefits as the 5 hectares of Adlai, Dragon Fruit, and Abaca plantation within the school perimeter can earn an annual income of PhP 5M by 2022. With this income, meals and drinks for the students, on a regular basis, can be subsidized.
Luyungan IP High School and UBI are collaborating with Unifruitti Tropical Philippines Inc. (UTPI), Heneliban Foundation In (HFI), Kalugmanan Agri-Development Corp. (KADC), and the Philippine Army’s 403rd Infantry Brigade and 8th Infantry Battalion to make the project a success. Once the Luyungan Food Sufficiency Project meets its target produce and income, it can continue to nourish the minds and the bodies of the children of the seven tribes of Bukidnon. It can continue to allow education to enable our IP brothers and sisters from the Matigsalog, Higaonon, Talaandig, Manobo, Umayamnon, Tigawahanon tribes to march towards progress.
Photo from: https://bukidnonnews.net/articles/luyungan-ip-school-to-fight-student-hunger-with-food-sufficiency-project/
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), in partnership with Quadruple A Contractor Ulticon Builders Incorporated (UBI), spearheads the construction of Davao City’s 2.3KM long-distance mountain tunnel.
This four-lane mountain road tunnel is a first in the country and touted as one of its most innovative transportation projects. The tunnel will be built along the mountains of Barangay Magtuod. It is a part of a PhP 13 Billion 10.7KM road – a section known as Package I-1 of Davao City’s 45.5KM Coastal Bypass Road. Targeted to be completed in 3 years, it seeks to provide ease of transportation between Barangay J.P Laurel in Panabo and Barangay Sirawan in Davao through the Pan-Philippine Highway Diversion Road. Travel time is estimated to be shortened from 1 hour and 44 minutes to only 49 minutes.
Davao City is expected to reap significant economic benefits from this project. Not only will the new road reduce travel time and cost for both business owners and customers, but it will also facilitate a more reliable, efficient, and unobstructed transport of interregional goods and services within the city. The new road will also open an easier access to and from major ports in Davao Gulf such as Davao International Container Port and Sasa Port. Moreover, the project will help the growth of the agro-industrial sector of the city and its neighboring regions as Davao City solidifies its role as the trade and commerce hub in Mindanao.
In parallel, the project provides social benefits. For one, the shorter travel time and easier access to and from barangays will decongest urban centers, allowing a more convenient, less stressful way of life for the locals. Better urban management can also bridge west and east communities obstructed by the mountains.
Undoubtedly, the project conceptualization and planning have not been an easy feat. Nevertheless, the early stages of collaboration have been productive because of reputable international partners – Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and developers Shimizu Corporation and Takenaka Civil Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd. JICA has led the process for official development assistance (ODA) from Japan to support capacity development components, engineering designs, construction supervisions, and financial estimates. As expected, Japan’s advanced tunneling technologies will be deployed for the project.
Carlos Gonzalez, UBI President and Chairman of the Board, underscores, “It is an honor for Ulticon to be a major player in the Coastal Bypass Road Project that will usher in a major, more dynamic socio-economic growth for Davao City.”
Ulticon Builders Incorporated (UBI) donated 100 liters of diesel to Sugod Farmers Association of Barangay Sugod, Valencia, Bukidnon. The diesel was for vehicles used by Sugod farmers to attend a team building program in Pilwak Beach Resort and Shades in Misamis Oriental on August 14 and 15, 2019.
The Sugod Farmers Association is a national organization with various provincial chapters. Its mandate is to support farmers by addressing their concerns, improving their livelihood, properly managing the environment, and making their communities healthy. Team building activities are essential to strengthen the bond, rapport, and unity among the association members.
On behalf of Sugod Farmers Association, Mr. Rodrigo Serrano Jr. (Adviser, PBSF AI) and Punong Barangay Ernesto R. Abella acknowledged the donation, facilitated by UBI key personnel from Bukidnon, Mr. Rundolph Joseph C. Lopez (Vice President of Equipment Services) and Mr. Edwin B. Piencenaves (Officer-in-Charge).
For decades, UBI has not only produced first-class private and public infrastructures but has also supported communities across provinces. In Bukidnon, UBI has rehabilitated and built roads – two of them are the Aglayan-Zambohuita Road and the 56-kilometer Kapalong-Talaingod-Valencia-Bukidnon Road. At the same time, UBI also considers Bukidnon a priority beneficiary of programs, including sponsorship and funding, that provide opportunities for the province’s underprivileged to improve their lives. On both fronts, UBI, a Quadruple A Contractor, guided by the leadership of Carlos Gonzalez, continues to be one with the government in building communities in order to build a progressive nation.
Ulticon Builders Incorporated (UBI), one of the largest construction companies in the Philippines, donated two loads of screened sand and gravel to Valencia City’s Barangay Kahaponan on July 22, 2019 to be used for the construction of the sitio chapel and the basketball court pavement. The barangay officials see the value of both facilities in their barangay residents’ holistic well-being as one provides religious services while the other promotes health and fitness through sports.
UBI aims for these and other similar future grassroots projects to help encourage social engagement and community involvement. The company believes that a more active citizenry could contribute immensely to achieving the goals of a barangay to reach its socio-cultural and economic potentials and eventually improve the lives of its residents.
Bukidnon has always been on the radar of UBI. Simultaneous with extending assistance to Bukidnon’s local government units and communities, UBI has also been rehabilitating and building roads and bridges in the country’s 5th richest province. The Aglayan-Zamboguita Road has helped energize trade and commerce in its area. Meanwhile, the 56-kilometer Kapalong-Talaingod-Valencia-Bukidnon Road adds to Mindanao’s new generation of exceptional infrastructure and seeks to connect Bukidnon to Davao del Norte for easier access and a more vibrant economy.
A Quadruple A Contractor, UBI, headed by Carlos Gonzalez, backs government programs for nation-building and advocates holistic socio-economic development directly benefitting Filipinos across all walks of life.
Ulticon Builders Incorporated (UBI), for many years, has worked hand in hand with the Philippine government and its military to achieve lasting peace, security, and development in the country. In this context – on 18 July 2019, UBI donated three tons of cement for the improvement of the camp facility of the Eighth Infantry Dependable Battalion, Fourth Infantry Division, Philippine Army (also known as the Diamond Division).
The facility improvements are expected to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Diamond Division’s daily operations. Stationed in Barangay Poblacion, Impasugong, Bukidnon – the division is an extension of the Philippine Army Infantry units assigned in Northern Mindanao. It has been tirelessly protecting civilians, properties, and businesses against the New People’s Army, the armed wing of the Communist Party of the Philippines.
Grateful to UBI, Lt. Col. Ronald M. Illana, commanding officer of the Diamond Division, said: “We believe the key towards the continued spread of goodness lies upon those who nurture goodness in their hearts. Your benevolence will go a long way.” He received the donation from Mr. Rundolph Joseph C. Lopez, UBI Vice President of Equipment Services.
A Quadruple A-licensed construction company founded and headed by Carlos Gonzalez, UBI has focused on various infrastructure projects in less developed provinces in Mindanao. The company strives to help accelerate the region’s socio-economic progress amid its long-standing challenging peace and order conditions. Ultimately, UBI believes that progress can be a catalyst for peace.
Photo from 8th Infantry “Dependable” Battalion, Philippine Army
The Kagitingan Brigade, the Philippine Army’s 701st Infantry, received 12 tons of cement from Ulticon Builders Incorporated (UBI) for the construction of the troop’s motor pool bay and construction hall. Brigadier General Manuel V. Sequitin requested this assistance from UBI Vice President Rudolph Joseph C. Lopez to improve the facilities of the Kagitingan Brigade. These improvements can upgrade its unit status from compliant to proficient in fulfilling the Army Transformation Roadmap.
The Army Transformation Roadmap is a government program envisioning a world class Philippine Army that is a source of national pride by 2028. It aims to help the army further improve how it performs its daunting duties. Based in Sitio Magay, Barangay Don Martin Marundan, Mati City, Davao Oriental – the Kagitingan Brigade recognizes the importance of improving its facilities to carry out the mandate to maintain peace and order and protect the country from terrorism and rebellion.
UBI, a pioneering leader in the construction industry, has been a long-term partner of the Philippine Army, which has bravely stood to preserve the country’s security and safety despite limitations in resources. UBI is proud that beyond the company’s world-class projects and professionals is its relentless support to the government and its various departments in their programs for nation-building.
Photo from 701 Kagitingan Brigade
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