On 03 July 2023, DTI Secretary Fred Pascual, together with Board of Investments (BOI) Managing Head Ceferino Rodolfo, and Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. (SEIPI) President Dr. Dan Lachica, met with Dr. Gunther Kegel, President of the German Electronics and Digital Industry Association (German: Verband der Elektro- und Digitalindustrie or ZVEI), and CEO of Pepperl+Fuchs. During …
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J&T Express shares tips and hacks to avail of its big shipping discounts this 7.7!
J&T Express, one of the leading and fastest-growing delivery service providers in the Philippines, continues to give the best deals for its customers with its latest promo and services. This 7.7, customers can enjoy the lowest shipping rates for as low as PHP 36 when they download the J&T Express mobile app. The promo is offered to all customers–most especially …
Read More »ICTSI unveils new initiative to drive decarbonization efforts
International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) is making significant progress towards a more sustainable future with the launch of its Climate Change Action Initiative. This undertaking underscores ICTSI’s efforts to decarbonize and contribute to global efforts in addressing climate change. Recognizing the urgent need to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the initiative will develop a comprehensive …
Read More »SM group, Mastercard join forces to empower women SM scholars in STEM
In a collaboration for social good, SM Store, Mastercard, and SM Foundation came together to provide educational support to female SM scholars pursuing education in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields. The partnership culminated with the check turnover ceremony held on June 14, 2023. The partnership underscores the companies’ commitment to fostering equal opportunities for women and girls in …
Read More »Converge powers NAIA T4 airport with pure fiber internet connectivity
Outbound and inbound travelers can expect faster internet connection at Philippine airports, starting with Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 4 (NAIA T4), as leading fiber broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc., rolls out 1 gigabit per second (Gbps) fiber connectivity as part of its Free Wifi project for the benefit of the country’s international and local gateways. “Internet connectivity is …
Read More »SM Aura Celebrates All Facets of Beauty with Grand Opening of The “Prism Park”
SM Aura recently opened the Prism Park, a shimmering and futuristic playpark, to launch its ‘Own Your Beautiful ‘ campaign. Just as a prism refracts light into a mesmerizing spectrum of colors and shapes, beauty is the same – in the myriad details, and altogether. The Prism Park features a dazzling dichroic structure filled with interactive color-changing foot pads, inflatable …
Read More »Unveiling Comfort, Convenience, and Community: lyf Malate Manila and The Suites at Torre Lorenzo Malate Finally Open Their Doors
The latest properties managed by The Ascott Limited (Ascott), lyf Malate Manila and The Suites at Torre Lorenzo Malate, celebrated their opening last June 30. The event marked a momentous milestone for Ascott as it expands its presence in the vibrant area of Malate, Manila. The two properties are set to offer a wide range of exceptional accommodations and experiences …
Read More »SM Investments set to ramp up clean energy supply
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 …
Read More »SM Foundation distributes liquid soap
SM Foundation turned over 1,500 bottles of Lysol liquid soap to the Balatong Elementary School in Pulian, Bulacan. SM Foundation School Building Program Head Ms. Juris Soliman represented the Foundation at the simple turnover ceremony. In 2018 SM Prime Holdings, Inc. through SM Foundation donated a two-storey, four classroom building to Balatong Elementary School. Earlier this year, SM Foundation conducted …
Read More »Collaborative action brings essential medical services to underserved
Over two decades since its first medical mission, SM Foundation continues to strengthen its mission of bringing a renewed sense of well-being to low-income Filipino communities through meaningful collaborations. Fortifying this, SM group’s social good arm recently partnered with various organizations in its two-day medical mission, serving over 1,400 beneficiaries in Sorsogon and Legazpi in the Bicol region. SM Foundation’s …
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