Companies

Concepcion Industrial Corp. (CIC), the Philippines’ leading provider of home and enterprise solutions, officially returns as the “Powered By” sponsor for the 2026 Philippine Franchise Expo, held from April 24 to 26 at the SMX Convention Center. Highlighted in this year’s participation is “The Carrier Air Authority Center,” the country’s first and only retail air conditioning (AC) franchise by Concepcion-Carrier …

TotalEnergies, together with its partner Nextnorth, a Philippines-based renewable energy developer, announced that they reached financial close and started the construction of a 440 MWp solar power plant. Located in the City of Ilagan, Province of Isabela, the project owned by TotalEnergies (65%) and Nextnorth (35%), will be operational by the end of 2027. Once operational, it will produce 13.5 …

MANILA, Philippines — SM Foundation has been recognized for its communications and reporting excellence at the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, held in Macao, earning one Gold and one Bronze distinction. The Foundation received a Gold Stevie® Award for its SM Foundation Social Good Report, under the category Innovation in Non-Profit/NGO Publications. The report was cited for presenting impact in a clear, engaging, and forward-looking format, reflecting the organization’s commitment to …

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) on Tuesday, April 28, donated 12 patient transport vehicles (PTVs) to various local government units (LGUs) and an Army division at the PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City. The beneficiaries include the cities of La Carlota in Negros Occidental; the provinces of Northern Samar and Ilocos Norte; the municipalities of Roxas, Culion, San …

IDfy has officially appointed Raghuraman “Raghu” Chandrashekhar as the new Country Head for the Philippines. This strategic move is part of the company’s broader expansion across Southeast Asia and comes at a time when the country is seeing a rapid shift toward mobile-first banking and digital onboarding. With his extensive regional experience and deep understanding of the local regulatory environment, Chandrashekhar is tasked …

LANDBANK is enabling the efficient and secure digital processing of the ₱10-per-liter fuel subsidy for public utility vehicles (PUVs)—specifically for public utility jeepneys (PUJs) and UV Express units—under the National Government’s ₱10-Per-Liter Fuel Subsidy Program, with real-time verification and recording of transactions at participating gasoline stations in Metro Manila. The program provides immediate relief to PUVs drivers and operators facing …

Building forward by enabling businesses, uplifting communities, and creating lasting impact across the Philippines in recognition of Earth Day. In celebration of Earth Day, Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) is highlighting a year of meaningful action across its business units—demonstrating how infrastructure can drive both environmental stewardship and inclusive progress. Guided by its purpose of building transformative infrastructure ecosystems, AIC continues to …

BINONDO – Faith and community took center stage on March 27, ahead of Holy Week, with the blessing and unveiling of the Felicidad T. Sy Pastoral and Youth Center at the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Saint Lorenzo Ruiz. For over four centuries, the site has stood as a witness to devotion, with roots tracing back to 1596. While …

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Lark, the all-in-one productivity platform trusted by leading brands across Southeast Asia, is proud to announce its partnership with Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. (PSE:PIZZA | SPAVI), one of the Philippines’ leading food service groups, to support the digital transformation of its restaurant operations and corporate teams. Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. (SPAVI) is home to one …

Axelum Resources Corp. (PSE: AXLM), the country’s leading fully integrated manufacturer and exporter of premium coconut food products, delivered a record-breaking financial performance for the full year 2025, with consolidated topline revenue surging 39% to an all-time high of ₱10.2 billion. This growth was fueled by significant gains in both international and domestic markets, with export sales rising 41% and local …