SM City Laoag, the first SM Supermall in Ilocos Norte was inspected by the City Government of Laoag, headed by City Mayor Michael Marcos Keon on May 05, 2025, to facilitate the release of its occupancy permit.
City Mayor Michael Marcos Keon was accompanied by various heads and employees of the City Government of Laoag of the ocular inspection at SM City Laoag that will formally open its doors to the public on May 30, 2025, 10 A. M. , Friday, strategically located at Airport Road, Barangay 51-B Nangalisan West, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, Region 1 (Ilocos Region), Philippines, 2900.
SM City Laoag Management Team, Mr. Gian Carlo Quiaoit and Ms. Maria Cristina Sebastian, both Assistant Mall Managers; Mr. Joey Gonzales, Senior Operations Manager; Ms. Allysa Banares, Senior Operations Manager; and Mr. Mat Pamittan, Operations Manager has guided Mayor Keon during the tour ocular inspection of the facilities and stores of SM City Laoag.
The First SM Supermall in Ilocos Norte, SM City Laoag features a gross floor area of 113,000 square meters. It includes three levels of retail space, a basement, a rooftop parking deck, and an integrated transport terminal—designed to enhance accessibility and convenience for shoppers and commuters alike.
Expressing his gratitude to SM Prime for their investment in Laoag City, Mayor Keon emphasized the positive impact this development will have on the local economy. He stated that the mall will create employment opportunities for Laoagueños and residents from surrounding areas. Furthermore, the presence of SM City Laoag is anticipated to bolster the tourism sector, attracting shoppers and visitors from the city, the province, and beyond. The mall promises to be a new destination for leisure and enjoyment, offering a variety of amenities.
During the inspection, the City Mayor were accompanied by City Administrator Atty. Franklin Calumag, Atty. Charito Malicad and staff from the City Tourism Office, Engr. Marishel Batuac and staff from the City Engineering Office, EnP Ruby Ann Bunalade and staff from the City Planning and Development Office, Mrs. Antonette Bareng and her team from the Business Permits and Licensing Division, Engr. Robert Adaya and staff from the Office of the Building Official, Acting City Treasurer Loelyn Acain, Ms. Rowena Estavillo, Sanitary Inspector I, along with other staff from the City Health Office, and the new City Fire Marshall FCInsp Arnel Ratuita with other officers from the BFP Laoag City Fire Station.
SM City Laoag marks a milestone as the first SM Supermall in Ilocos Norte and the 88th in the SM Prime portfolio.
The diverse people of the diverse city and beyond are thrilled of the Grand Opening of SM City Laoag is on May 30, 2025.
REFERENCE: City Government of Laoag