Damosa Land Inc. Accelerates Mindanao Expansion with Strategic 2026 Projects
As global investors increasingly seek opportunities beyond crowded metropolitan areas, homegrown Davao-based developer Damosa Land Inc. is advancing a disciplined expansion strategy across Mindanao in 2026. The company is betting that the southern Philippines region is poised for significant long-term capital investments, positioning Davao City and surrounding growth corridors as competitive hubs for tourism, industry, and integrated communities.
Strategic Focus on Real Demand and Sustainable Growth
While many property firms remain cautious amid volatile market conditions, Damosa Land is moving forward with a portfolio anchored in genuine market needs. The developer's approach includes industrial estates with reliable utilities, hospitality projects tied to regional connectivity improvements, and comprehensive townships that link employment opportunities with housing and commercial trade. This strategy reflects a broader shift in the Philippine economy where regional cities beyond Metro Manila are increasingly driving national growth.
"In 2026, our focus is on scaling responsibly by aligning commercial viability with long-term impact," stated Ricardo F. Lagdameo, President of Damosa Land, Inc., during a recent media briefing in Davao. "We continue to see strong opportunities in Mindanao where thoughtful development can unlock economic activity, strengthen local ecosystems, and improve quality of life."
Comprehensive Development Pipeline Across Mindanao
Damosa Land enters 2026 with an extensive development pipeline spanning commercial, industrial, residential, and hospitality assets across Mindanao and select provincial growth corridors. Rather than pursuing rapid speculative expansion, the company prioritizes projects addressing structural regional needs including logistics infrastructure, export manufacturing capacity, tourism development, and workforce housing solutions.
Flagship developments anchoring this approach include:
- Agriya township
- Kahi Estates
- Damosa IT Park
- Anflo Industrial Estate (AIE)
Designed as complete economic ecosystems, these projects support diverse industries ranging from agribusiness and technology services to light manufacturing and export-oriented operations. The scale of Damosa Land's footprint highlights its growing role in Mindanao's development, with current operations hosting 11 global locators, maintaining a 92 percent occupancy rate, and managing approximately 700,000 square meters of leasable space.
Hospitality as Economic Catalyst
One of Damosa Land's key milestones in early 2026 is the launch of TRYP by Wyndham Samal, a landmark hotel development on Samal Island. Branded under one of the world's largest hotel groups, this project signals the company's commitment to bringing international-standard hospitality to high-potential regional destinations.
Beyond providing room inventory, TRYP by Wyndham Samal is positioned as a comprehensive tourism and employment catalyst. The development is expected to spur demand across multiple sectors including transportation, food and beverage services, retail, and leisure activities, thereby deepening economic connections between Davao City and Samal Island.
The project aligns strategically with major infrastructure plans, particularly the proposed Davao-Samal connectivity bridge. Once completed, this bridge is anticipated to significantly reduce travel time, improve logistics efficiency, and open new investment opportunities across the island region.
Industrial Growth Supported by Strategic Partnerships
While hospitality projects draw significant attention, Damosa Land's industrial portfolio remains central to its growth strategy. The Anflo Industrial Estate continues attracting multinational and domestic firms seeking reliable infrastructure, strategic location advantages, and access to Mindanao's growing regional workforce.
To reinforce this foundation, Damosa Land Inc. has entered a 25-year partnership with MWPV to develop, invest in, construct, manage, operate, and maintain additional water facilities within AIE. This agreement ensures stable water supply—critical for manufacturing and export-driven enterprises—while strengthening the estate's appeal to potential new locators.
Energy reliability further supports the company's industrial developments, with power across Davao City, Panabo City, and parts of Davao del Norte supplied by Davao Light and Power Company, the country's third-largest electric distribution utility. This network serves industrial estates, business parks, and residential communities throughout the region.
Positioning Mindanao for Global Investment
Damosa Land's 2026 expansion reflects a broader reassessment by international investors as supply chains diversify and companies look beyond congested urban centers. Regions like Mindanao—offering competitive operational costs, improving infrastructure, and a young workforce—are gaining increased attention from global capital.
Davao has emerged as a regional hub for trade, tourism, and industry, supported by stable utilities, expanding transport links, and a growing services sector. By anchoring its projects on infrastructure development, strategic partnerships, and integrated planning, Damosa Land positions itself as a long-term partner in the region's economic transformation.
"Developments like TRYP by Wyndham Samal reflect a broader shift toward regional, well-planned investments that go beyond individual projects," Lagdameo emphasized. "For Damosa Land, our strategy has always been to build integrated communities—across residential, commercial, industrial, and tourism sectors—that support inclusive growth, generate long-term economic value, and strengthen the regions where we operate."
