The BUILDRITE S.T.R.O.N.G. BUILDERS SUMMIT 2026 brought together distinguished leaders, experts, and professionals to exchange knowledge, explore advanced construction technologies, and champion smarter, safer, and more sustainable building practices for a more progressive Philippines.
Among the distinguished guests who graced the summit were Atty. Nicasio A. Conti, Undersecretary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and Guest of Honor; Engr. Christopher “Toby” Tamayo, National President of the Institution of Specialist Structural Engineers of the Philippines (ISSEP); Engr. Ademar C. Pama, National President of the Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines (ASEP); Architect Rex S. Chua Tak, Secretary General of the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP); Architect Fred Sibul, National Vice President of the Philippine Institute of Architects (PIA); Engr. Mark Nodalo, National Public Relations Officer of the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE); Mr. Einstein Chiu, representing Mr. Gerardo V. Pancho, President of the Philippine Constructors Association (PCA); Director Ramon Fernando Jr., representing the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Philippines Chapter; Architect Suzette Chua-Caringal, UAP National Chairperson on APEC Practice; and Architect Richard Garcia, Past President of the UAP.
Anchored on “Strengthening the Roots of the New Generation,” the summit championed Filipino innovation, advanced building materials, and sustainable construction practices. As a Filipino-owned company, BUILDRITE empowers construction professionals through innovative material solutions and industry collaboration, helping transform visionary concepts into world-class, globally competitive structures and infrastructure. The gathering of distinguished leaders, ASEAN and APEC architects, government officials, international speakers, and industry professionals reaffirmed a shared commitment to advancing the Philippine construction industry and building beyond the ordinary.
Our distinguished guest speakers received a plaque of appreciation from Magna Prime for the Buildrite S.T.R.O.N.G. Builders Summit 2026 (from left to right): Honorable Guest Speaker Mr. Ronaldo Traballo, Bomanite South East Asia; Honorable Guest Speaker Ms. Jhane Ramos, Wacker; Honorable Guest Speaker Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Honorable Guest Speaker Mr. Cary Zhou, Xingyi; Honorable Guest Speaker Engr. Eduardo Ramirez, Research and Engineering Division Head of Magna Prime; and Honorable Guest Speaker Engr. Cedrick Candelaria, Concrete Specialist of Magna Prime.
Our honorable guest speaker, Mr. Lincoln Lim of APAC (Right), also received a plaque of appreciation given by our INV/CEO of Magna Prime Mr. Derrick A. Tan.
Mr. Tippakorn Jungsriyawongse of Covestro, who is our honorable guest speaker, was presented with a plaque of appreciation from INV/CEO Derrick A. Tan. A few distinguished leaders, experts, and professionals were also present during the summit.
(From left to right) Arch. Efren Ursudan, UAP; Arch. Paul Eugene Ong, Evotecture; Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Arch. Louisito Laragan Domalaon, UAP, and honorable guests.
(From left to right) Mr. Matthias Chua, Wacker; Guest Speaker Ms. Jhane Ramos, Wacker; Ms. Rhadie Mendoza, Wacker; Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Ms. Antonette Ros, Covestro; Guest Speaker Tippakorn Jungsriyawongse, Covestro; Ms. Hongfang Chen, Imerys; Guest Speaker Mr. Lincoln Lim, Imerys, and honorable guest.
(From left to right) Engr. Maricon Pineda, ASEP; Engr. Joseph Patrick Rosal, ASEP; Engr. John Paul de Pedro, ASEP; Engr. Adrian Lagadia, Property One and Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.
(From left to right) Mr. Alan Barretto, Modern Trade Division Head of Magna Prime; Arch. Manolo Merhan, APEC; Arch. Miguel Guerrero, APEC; Arch. Suzette Chua -Caringal, APEC; Atty. Nicasio "Nick" A. Conti, USEC Representative (DPWH) and Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.
Ms. Alexadrea Bernardo, Guest; Arch. Efren Ursudan, UAP; Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Arch. Nestor Sol, UAP; Arch. Louisito Laragan Domalaon, UAP; and Arch. Rommel Dumate
(Standing from left to right) Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Ms. Ayet Abasta, General Trade Division Head of Magna Prime (Sitting at the table from left to right) Mr. Jay Orocio, Agricons; Ms. Ma. Victoria Sangkal, Agricons; Ms. Marge Chua, LPM; Mr. Jay Chua, LPM; Mr. Lenard Aberin, Legazpi Tireworld Corp.; Mr. Vic Nogot, Legazpi Tireworld Corp.
(From left to right) Ronnie Delos Santos, East Central Pangasinan Lumber & Hardware Corp; Joel Tinquico Jr, East Central Pangasinan Lumber & Hardware Corp; Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Christine Hufano, East Central Pangasinan Lumber & Hardware Corp and Honorable Guest
(From left to right) Honorable guest; Arch. Jaime Tasarra Jr., APEC, and Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.
(From left to right) Ms. Mary Liza Yap, Macrotech MHZ Trading House Corp.; Arch. Mathew Yap, UAP and Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.
(Standing from left to right) Honorable Guest; Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Mr. Jayson Gonzales, Technical Application Head of Magna Prime (Sitting at the table from left to right) Mr. Rodolfo A. Apellido, Apellido Hardware Material Trading and Construction Services; Engr. Hope Nuyda, Nuyda Lucila Waterproofing Services; and Mr. Danny Glean P. Labordo, St. Bernardine Construction & Enterprises
(Standing) Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc. (Sitting at the table from left to right) Mr. Rowelle Gatus, MWG Construction Services; Jordan Baliña, Dariv Construction Services; Jay – Project Manager, Dariv Construction Services
(From left to right) Mr. Royden Dawal, DARIV Construction Services; Inv. Derrick A. Tan, CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Honorable Guest; Guest Speaker Mr. Ronaldo Traballo, Bomanite South East Asia
(From left to right) Engr. Adrian Lagadia, Property One; Ms. Abi Trinidad, DZME; Ms. Sabrina O. Tan, CFO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc.; Ms. Aida Prieto Gonzales, DZME
