DITO Telecommunity, the emerging force in the local telco landscape, has again surpassed industry giants by clinching the Rated #1 Mobile Network spot in the Philippines at the Ookla® Speedtest Awards 2023. Ookla, the global leader in network intelligence and connectivity insights for almost two decades and pioneer of the world-renowned Speedtest® and Downdetector® platforms, announced that DITO achieved a …
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Celebrate Excellence with the Premier Business Awards Series
Join us in celebrating excellence and achievement at the Sovereign Seal of Business Triumph & Remarkable Achievers on June 28, 2024, at the prestigious Dusit Thani Hotel Manila. This event, along with the 2nd Philippine Finest Business Awards and Outstanding Achievers on September 8, 2024, at The Hexagon Events Place in Quezon City, and the 2nd Southeast Asian Premier Business …
Read More »Aspiring scholar? Check these tips for your scholarship application
The college scholarship application season can be a whirlwind of excitement and pressure. Staying organized and focused can feel overwhelming with numerous applications, deadlines, and requirements. However, take a step back to make this once-in-a-blue-moon opportunity count. Navigate this important phase with confidence by following these handy tips from the SM Foundation: 1. Find the scholarship for you Explore scholarships …
Read More »Victoria International Container Terminal completes Phase 3A expansion
Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI)’s operations at the Port of Melbourne in Australia and the only fully-automated container terminal in the Southern hemisphere, recently completed Phase 3A of its expansion project. Enrique K. Razon Jr., ICTSI Chairman and President said: “This additional investment redefines the Port of Melbourne’s landscape, setting new standards for operational …
Read More »Manila Harbor Center rebrands to Manila Multipurpose Terminal
Manila Harbor Center (MHC) has unveiled a new name, logo and website as part of a strategic rebranding initiative in 2024. MHC, the largest and busiest international bulk and breakbulk operations in the Philippines, has rebranded to Manila Multipurpose Terminal. The rebranding is inspired by the company’s steady growth and to underscore synergies with its owner and parent company, International Container Terminal Services, …
Read More »Robust mass market lifts Bloomberry’s net profit to P9.5 billion in 2023, up 85% year-over-year
Bloomberry Resorts Corporation (“Bloomberry”, “the Company”), whose subsidiaries own and operate Solaire Resort Entertainment City (Solaire) and Jeju Sun Hotel & Casino (Jeju Sun), reported audited consolidated financial results for the year ended December 31, 2023. Mr. Enrique K. Razon Jr., Bloomberry Chairman and CEO, said, “I am pleased to report our financial and operating results for 2023, which reflect …
Read More »AWARD-WINNING ECONOMIST BULLISH ON OPTIMIZING SOLAR POWER
In terms of economics, the use of solar energy is the cheapest and most practical, entailing a minimum savings of 33% of home energy expenses. This was revealed by Tito Maglaqui, one of the exponents of solar energy use during a regular media forum of the Capampangan in Media, Inc. (CAMI) being held every Friday at Clark Media Center (Bale …
Read More »NEW SHOW HIGHLIGHTS TAKE CENTER STAGE AT WORLDBEX 2024!
Mark your calendars! The Philippines’ largest and most awaited event in building and design is back for its 27th edition. Get ready to propel greater heights and ascend boundaries as WORLDBEX 2024 takes place from March 14-17 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila and SMX Convention Center Manila. From local to international innovators, WORLDBEX delivers unparalleled leverage of advanced …
Read More »From passion to prosperity
SM Foundation farmer-beneficiary now an agripreneur, draws inspiration from Henry Sy, Sr. Gone are the days when farming was viewed as a backbreaking profession with limited growth potential. With the advent of modern practices, agriculture is undergoing a transformation, emerging as a field ripe with profitability and positive impact. This was also the hope of visionary and SM Group founder …
Read More »PAGCOR SEEKS GCG APPROVAL TO IMPLEMENT SALARY STEP INCREMENT
The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation said it has asked the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) for approval of salary step increments based on employees’ length of service to correct distortions caused by its new Compensation and Position Classification System (CPCS). In a letter to GCG Chairperson Atty. Marius Corpus dated February 22, 2024, PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. …
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