SM Investments Corporation, through its wholly owned Philippine Geothermal Production Company, Inc. (PGPC), is boosting its investments in renewable energy in support of the country’s growing advocacy for green energy and sustainable development. As a leading provider of clean and sustainable geothermal energy in the country, PGPC targets to increase its steam production by approximately another 300 Megawatts of baseload …

The new Maserati Grecale SUV – “The Everyday Exceptional” – made its debut into the Philippine market with a grand launch last week at the Samsung Hall of the SM Aura Premier. Distributed by Modena Motorsports Inc., headed by its president Sam Versoza, Grecale is a range within the range and available in  conventional internal combustion (ICE), hybrid and in …

Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) celebrated its first anniversary in the country with a 3-day electrifying exhibit of its car lineup, spearheaded by the 2023 World Car of the Year Hyundai Ioniq 6, and media showing of its global partnership with Sony Pictures – “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” over the weekend at the SM Megamall Fashion Hall in Mandaluyong City. …

Caltex recently signed a contract with the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) to become a platinum sponsor at the International Franchise Expo set on Oct. 27-29. The expo is considered one of the biggest and largest running franchise shows in Asia and a one-stop shop for homegrown and international brands in the food, retail, and services sectors. Shown during the signing …

Valenzuela mayor Wes Gatchalian spearheaded the return of the Valenzuela Auto Show that showcased more than 100 meticulously curated cars last June Saturday at the parking lot of Puregold Valenzuela. Although it’s only a one-day show, Mayor Gatchalian insisted that it served its purpose of uniting all the car enthusiasts in the city into one major day of meeting up …

There is a new ride-hailing service platform entering the Philippine market soon and it is called the inDrive, a US-based global mobility and urban services platform which is looking to offer its services in Manila, Cebu, Davao, Bacolod and Baguio. The Global mobility and urban services platform inDrive wants to solve mobility challenges in the country and change the local …

The world is our oyster, and traveling is the greatest means to optimize what life may offer. From backpackers aiming for an independent journey to exchange students hoping to broaden their knowledge, each person travels across the globe with a specific goal stored in their luggage. As for architects with global visions, traveling helps them develop a more comprehensive understanding …

A recent global survey conducted by FWD Group Holdings Limited revealed that the ongoing economic challenges are among the top causes of mental health among Filipinos. The FWD Group survey in collaboration with Blackbox, an independent research company, interviewed more than 10,000 respondents across sixteen international markets and was one of the largest completed in Southeast Asia. As the prices …

The First Lady of the Philippines, Louise Araneta-Marcos, led the ceremonies inaugurating the UPL-Carnival Team Member Center, a two-level facility established by Florida-based international cruise company Carnival Cruise Line (Carnival) and its local crewing partner United Philippine Lines (UPL). The event also drew the support of other top government officials including Department of Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista, Commission on Higher …

ACE Hardware Philippines bagged two category wins at the recently held Retail Asia Awards for the success of its “We Can Help” campaign and its sustainability initiatives. In recognition of its commitment to fulfilling its mission of being helpful, ACE Hardware was awarded Hardware Retailer of the Year – Philippines. ACE first won the Hardware Retailer of the Year in …