Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI) Batangas Plant establishes a standard for manufacturing excellence and sustainability

Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI), the country's sole maker of PepsiCo products, is strengthening its position as a beverage industry leader via sustained expansion and innovation.  Tomas, Batangas Plant—one of the most modern and environmentally friendly plants in its national network.

As part of its ambitious transformation strategy, PCPPI is expanding operations and implementing world-class standards in manufacturing, food safety, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.  The Sto. Tomas Plant exemplifies these goals, offering as a paradigm for operational excellence and purpose-driven growth.

Innovation and Quality

Home to the Southern Tagalog Regional Office (STRO), the Sto. Tomas Plant facility is PCPPI's most modern bottle production site to date. The new PET line, which produces carbonated soft drinks in highly recyclable polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles, increases production capacity while reaffirming the company's commitment to sustainability and circularity.

Currently, the facility has seven fully operational lines, producing the classic PepsiCo beverages that Filipinos have loved for over 70 years.  Every bottle produced demonstrates PCPPI's meticulous attention to international quality, food safety, and operating standards.

“Every bottle tells a story of quality, innovation, and purpose. The Sto. Tomas plant is a shining example of our commitment to building a future-ready organization that delivers both business excellence and meaningful impact. This transformation is no longer just a program: it’s a movement. We are building a resilient, high-performing organization guided by courageous people and enabled by world-class systems.” ~Phyo Phyu Noe, PCPPI President and CEO

Commitment to Food Safety

PCPPI continues to embody the finest way to demonstrate excellence: commitment and consistency.  The corporation operates 12 manufacturing plants around the country, including Sto.  Tomas obtained recommendations for the coveted Food Safety System Certification (FSSC), which is a globally recognized standard.

FSSC certification gives PCPPI a significant competitive advantage in the market because it validates the company's ability to produce safe food and packaging products, reduce operational risks, implement resource optimization initiatives, strengthen supply chain partnerships, and adhere to rigorous food safety protocols.

The FSSC-recommended facilities include plants in Santo Tomas, Muntinlupa, San Fernando, Rosario, Davao, Bacolod, Naga, Zamboanga, Cagayan de Oro, Iloilo, Tanauan, and Cebu City.

Sustainability at the Core

Sustainability practices are deeply embedded in the Sto. Tomas plant’s daily operations. PCPPI’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) milestones highlight its progress on multiple fronts:

• 13,000 metric tons of post-consumer plastic collected under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Law
• 237 million liters of water saved through conservation and reuse technologies
• 44% reduction in inventory losses thanks to improved supply chain and planning systems

These accomplishments reflect PCPPI’s unwavering focus on water stewardship, plastic circularity, and energy efficiency, proving that growth and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Building the Future

Following its recently finished Annual Stockholders' Meeting, PCPPI confirmed its transformation strategy based on innovation, agility, and responsible business practices.  As the organization prepares for its next phase in 2025, the Sto.  Tomas plant is a critical enabler of this journey.

Beyond production excellence, the Sto. The Tomas factory actively contributes to regional development by creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and connecting with surrounding communities.  To date, the facility employs more than 600 people from Batangas and adjacent areas.

This month celebrates the anniversary of PCPPI, the Sto. The Tomas plant represents the company's long-term commitment to people, the environment, and performance, paving the way for a stronger, more sustainable future in the Philippine beverage industry.