TAGUIG CITY, Metro Manila—PNOC convened its senior management team on November 12-13, 2025, for an Operational Planning Workshop aimed at setting the company’s direction for the next three years.
Led by the Strategy Management Office’s Corporate Planning Division, the two-day workshop centered on aligning strategic initiatives, financial plans, and operational priorities through a comprehensive review of departmental accomplishments and key activities for the year ahead. A presentation of PNOC’s updated Threats, Opportunities, Weaknesses, and Strengths (TOWS) analysis also guided the discussions by highlighting how the company can leverage its strengths and opportunities while addressing vulnerabilities and external threats.
PNOC President and CEO Ma. Cristina Sheila C. Cabaraban noted that the workshop was not only a time to plan but also an opportunity for reflection and shared ownership. “We should have a clear understanding of the objectives and targets, and they must be owned by all of us. Let us be pragmatic and realistic, acknowledge both our accomplishments and lessons learned from failures, and proceed with clarity in the months ahead,” she said.
The discussions during the workshop shaped the Strategic Plan 2026-2028, which covers essential areas that will position PNOC as a strategic catalyst in the energy sector. The company will continue working with private partners to advance energy infrastructure and development projects while collaborating with local communities to support inclusive growth initiatives.
To better serve the government and public stakeholders, PNOC aims to improve engagement and services by enhancing facilities, communication channels, and feedback mechanisms to ensure employee and community insights inform decision-making. Operational efficiency will be strengthened through digital systems, streamlined processes, and enhanced measures for safety, sustainability, and emergency preparedness.
Risk management and governance will be reinforced through stronger oversight, as well as adherence to quality standards. The company also plans to expand its knowledge management efforts and invest in staff development to build the expertise required to navigate an evolving energy landscape.
Furthermore, human capital development remains central to the company’s growth. PNOC will roll out initiatives that strengthen competencies, enhance performance, and enrich employee engagement, helping prepare a workforce capable of meeting future demands. Digital transformation and data-driven systems will support the organization’s move towards good governance.
PNOC will likewise optimize assets and pursue new revenue opportunities to strengthen financial sustainability, ensuring resources are used effectively while safeguarding the company’s long-term stability and capacity to serve its stakeholders.
This renewed direction aligns with national developments in the energy sector, particularly the Senate’s recent approval of the proposed budget of the Department of Energy (DOE) for 2026. With a significant portion of the DOE budget dedicated to energy security, exploration, and the clean-energy transition, PNOC’s strategic initiatives are positioned to complement government-led efforts by enabling infrastructure development, supporting risk reduction for prospective investors, and strengthening collaboration with public and private partners.
