General Trias, Cavite — The latest construction updates from SM City General Trias show steady progress on what will become the eighth SM Supermall in Cavite Province and one of the largest retail destinations in CALABARZON.
The 11-hectare development, located in the Riverpark North district of General Trias, broke ground on June 14, 2024 in a ceremony led by SM Supermalls President Steven Tan and General Trias City Mayor Luis Jonjon Ferrer IV. With a target completion window of 2026–2027, the mall is expected to serve the rapidly growing residential population of General Trias and surrounding communities in Cavite.
City officials say the development will significantly boost local employment and economic growth in General Trias, which has established itself as one of Cavite most important industrial and residential centers. The mall is being built within the broader Riverpark township, a massive mixed-use estate co-developed by Federal Land, SM Prime, and Nomura Real Estate.
The Riverpark township envisions parks, bike trails, and Japanese-inspired gardens integrated alongside commercial and residential zones — positioning General Trias as a lifestyle destination beyond just a commuter city. Urban planners note that the combination of improved expressway access through the recently opened CALAX Subsection 3 and major retail investments like SM City General Trias will continue to accelerate the city growth trajectory.
For residents and business owners in General Trias, the arrival of an SM Supermall signals a new chapter — one that brings world-class retail, dining, and entertainment options closer to home. It also reflects the confidence of major developers in the long-term potential of General Trias as a key urban center in the south.
As construction continues, locals can look forward to new job opportunities during the build-out phase, followed by thousands of permanent retail and service positions once the mall becomes operational. General Trias is clearly on the move, and SM City General Trias is set to be its biggest anchor yet.