January 2026 — Gothong Southern has been recognized by Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines (CCEAP) at the 2025 Inter-Island Shipping Awards, earning top honors for its outstanding performance and contribution to the movement of goods across the country.
Among the company's achievements, Gothong Southern was awarded Top Carrier by Volume for Raw Materials and Top Carrier by Volume for Full Goods, recognizing its capability to deliver efficient, dependable, and high-volume shipping services that support CCEAP's nationwide operations.
The awards underscore Gothong Southern's role as a trusted logistics and transport partner, helping ensure the timely movement of products and materials across key markets in the Philippines.
In addition to the volume-based recognitions, Gothong Southern received several performance awards that reflect its operational excellence and customer-focused approach:
- Best Carrier – T1
- Best in Customer Service
- Best in Pick-Up Performance
These distinctions highlight the company's commitment to delivering high-quality transport and logistics solutions while consistently meeting the operational requirements of one of the country's largest consumer goods companies.
For Gothong Southern, the recognition reflects the collective efforts of its vessel crews, operations teams, customer service personnel, and support departments who work together to provide reliable shipping services nationwide.
Commitment to Sustainable and Responsible Business Practices
Beyond operational performance, Gothong Southern was also recognized for its commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices.
The company successfully passed the EcoVadis Responsible Sourcing Assessment conducted by CCEAP and was awarded a Committed Badge, signifying its alignment with internationally recognized sustainability standards.
EcoVadis is one of the world's leading sustainability ratings platforms, evaluating companies across key areas including environmental impact, labor and human rights, ethics, and responsible sourcing. Organizations around the globe use EcoVadis assessments to measure and improve sustainability performance throughout their supply chains.
The recognition demonstrates Gothong Southern's ongoing efforts to integrate responsible business practices into its operations while supporting the sustainability goals of its customers and stakeholders.
The assessment also affirms the company's alignment with CCEAP's sustainability agenda under its "This is Forward" action plan, which focuses on creating long-term positive impact through responsible growth and environmental stewardship.
Delivering Value as a Partner for Growth
As demand for efficient logistics and supply chain solutions continues to grow, Gothong Southern remains committed to providing dependable shipping and transport services that help businesses move products safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
The company's continued recognition by CCEAP reflects not only its operational capabilities but also the strength of its long-standing partnerships built on trust, reliability, and shared success.
Gothong Southern extends its gratitude to Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines for the recognition and the opportunity to contribute to its supply chain operations.
As a trusted Partner for Growth, Gothong Southern will continue investing in operational excellence, customer service, sustainability, and innovation, ensuring that it remains a reliable logistics partner for businesses across the Philippines.