Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and Asiana Airlines Lead Clark International Airport’s 2025 Awards

Clark International Airport honors top-performing airline partners, government agencies, and key stakeholders during the annual We Are CRK Awards Night

Clark International Airport (CRK) recognized the outstanding contributions of its airline partners, government agencies, and key stakeholders during the annual We Are CRK Awards Night held at the Quest Plus Conference Center in Clark, Pampanga.

Hosted by Luzon International Premiere Airport Development (LIPAD) Corp, the operator of CRK, the event, now in its second year, celebrated the collaboration and shared commitment of partners who have played a vital role in advancing the airport’s vision of operational excellence and seamless passenger experience.

(from left) LIPAD Head of Route Development Jasmin Reyes, Cebu Pacific Group Managers for Cabin Services Shillae Simmons and Joyce Egonia, and LIPAD Head Of Operations Dante Basanta. 

Cebu Pacific was named 2025 Partner Airline of the Year in recognition of its remarkable growth, expanded connectivity, and strategic contribution to CRK’s network. Philippine Airlines received the 2025 Best On-Time Performance Airline Award for its consistent operational reliability and commitment to punctual service, while Asiana Airlines was honored with the 2025 Legacy Partner Airline Award for its long-standing partnership and enduring support for the airport’s growth.

(from left) LIPAD Head of Route Development Jasmin Reyes, Philippine Airlines (PAL) VP Ground for Operations Mathew Tamaray, PAL Airport Officer Nicole James Bautista, PAL VP for Corporate Affairs Salvador Britanico, and LIPAD Head Of Operations Dante Basanta. 

Other airline honorees included Scoot, which received the 2025 Most Innovative Airline Award for forward-thinking initiatives that enhance passenger experience; Starlux Airlines, recognized as the 2025 Fastest Growing Airline; and HK Express and Nauru Airlines, both named 2025 Emerging Airlines. Emirates and Qatar Airways were jointly awarded the 2025 Gateway to Europe Airline Award, while EVA Air received the 2025 Gateway to North America Airline Award. Jeju Air was recognized as the 2025 Leisure Lifestyle Airline, Sunlight Air earned the 2025 Engagement Excellence Award, and Philippines AirAsia was named 2025 Strategic Relaunch Partner.

(from left) LIPAD Head of Route Development Jasmin Reyes, Asiana Airlines Airport Services Agent Joseph Amiel Quizon, Asiana Airlines Airport Manager – Clark Dong Sung Lee, and LIPAD Head Of Operations Dante Basanta.

The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the 2025 Wall of Fame Award, which honors individuals, teams, and partner institutions that have gone beyond expectations in delivering efficient, effective, and customer-focused service. The Wall of Fame is part of LIPAD’s Excellence and Partnership Awards, a program anchored on CRKs Minimum Performance Specifications and Standards (MPSS), which serve as the airport’s benchmark for service quality, operational excellence, and passenger experience.

This year’s Wall of Fame honorees included Plaza Premium Lounge, which also received recognition for store design excellence; the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP); the Philippine National Police – Aviation Security EOD and Canine Unit 3 (AVSECU 3); the CRK Customer Experience (CX) Team; and the Baggage Handling System (BHS) Team.

Individual awardees were Ms. Corazon Rapa of the Bureau of Customs, Ms. Maan Krista Lapid-Legaspi of the Bureau of Immigration, Mr. Alireza Hassani of Qatar Airways, and Ms. Aira Perreras of the Engineering and Maintenance Department.

Government partners were likewise recognized, with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), Clark Development Corporation, Department of Transportation, and Department of Tourism jointly receiving the 2025 Government Partner of the Year Award. Additional recognitions were given to key stakeholders, including Digichive Philippines Corporation, Fashion Rack Designer Outlet, Inc. (Beauty To Go), Barnie Foods (Tom N Toms), Clark Travel Retail Corporation, Philippine Airport Ground Support Solutions, Inc., UPS International, Inc., and Federal Express Philippines, LLC – Philippine Branch.