One of the most important events in Philippine history is the declaration of our independence as a nation. As we inch closer to Independence Day, Filipinos have already started to commemorate the heroism of every Super Pinoy who fought mightily for our freedom. In celebration of the Philippines’ 125th Independence Day, SM Supermalls will be holding major events and activities …

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Fred Pascual laudedFilipino retailers who withstood the challenges brought by the pandemic and for emerging as a more stable and resilient enterprises. During the 2023 Outstanding Filipino Retailers(OFR)Awards Night on 08 June 2023 held at Okada Manila, he cited the significant contribution of these enterprises to the growth of the Philippine economy.  During …

Contecon Manzanillo S.A. de C.V. (CMSA), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) Mexican business unit operating the Specialized Container Terminal 2 at the Port of Manzanillo, recorded another milestone with its recent handling of the first carbon-neutral container in North America, and the CMA CGM Liberty – the first liquified natural gas (LNG)-powered container vessel to arrive in Mexico. The milestone was …

SM Foundation continues to expand the reach of the Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan on Sustainable Agriculture Program (KSK-SAP) to help build empowered farming communities across the Philippines.  Joined by its partners, Moca Family Farm, TESDA, DSWD, DA, DOST, DTI, DOT, SM City Masinag and continuing the recent launches in multiple locations across Calabarzon and other regions in the country, the recently …

Leading fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. scored higher on Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics being tracked by global investment research firm MSCI in its latest review, reflecting its resilience to ESG risks and cementing its reputation as a highly investable and financially viable company.  Converge received a rating of ‘A’ (on a scale of AAA – CCC) …

Team Philippines bagged three more gold medals, including two in swimming, at the 12th ASEAN Para Games here on Monday. Gary Bejino came up with another record-breaking performance, this time in the  men’s 200-meter freestyle S6 event at the Morodok Techo National Stadium’s Aquatics Center. He clocked 2:38.55 to erase the old mark of 2:45.99 set by Myanmar’s Aung Myint …

SM celebrated World Environment Day together with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) with a pledge of support and a meeting on ‘Blazing New Trails and Building a Shared Future with DENR’s Strategic Partners’. Led by DENR Secretary Maria Antonia Loyzaga, the private sector underscored the importance of working together towards a sustainable future, and highlighted their initiatives …

Move It, a homegrown Filipino motorcycle taxi provider, unveiled its upgraded mobile app that is expected to set a new benchmark for motorcycle taxi services. With support from Grab’s cutting edge technology, Move It promises to deliver a higher bar of safety, reliability, and user experience while catering to the needs of Filipino commuters. “We are thrilled to unveil the …

Jetour Auto Philippines is set to open 16 dealerships all over the country as it aggressively moves to create awareness and visibility among the local consumers. These facilities will be located in strategic areas such as in Pasay, Las Piñas, Eton Centris (Quezon City), Fairview, Pampanga, Isabela,E. Rodriguez, Batangas, and Quezon Avenue in Luzon; Cebu, Iloilo, and Bacolod in Visayas; …

Helping building a better future by encouraging Filipinos to adopt a more sustainable future was clearly emphasized by the Bank of the Philippines Islands (BPI) during the 3-day “Green & Beyond Sustainability Fair” last weekend at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City. Several Ayala-owned companies that champion sustainable living practices through retail businesses were showcased from June 2-4 while …