The Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association, Inc. (MDPPA) reported a 16.7% increase in motorcycle sales in the Philippines during the first quarter of 2023 among its four members: Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha.
Compared to the first quarter of last year, motorcycle sales in the Philippines increased by 16.7% in Q1 of 2023, with an average of 149,000 motorcycles sold per month.
This is a significant increase from last year’s monthly average of 127,000 units sold. The three-month totals of 2023 are the best-recorded sales compared to the first quarters of the three previous pandemic years, including 2020, 2021, and 2022.
According to MDPPA, 447,429 motorcycle were sold between January and March 2023. Such a number is only about 3,500 less than the 451,103 pre-pandemic figure from 2019.
Boying Mojica, President of MDPPA remarked that, “We hope that the performance of the first quarter will be sustained. The market is so volatile as influenced by internal and external variables. Our conservative forecast this year is 10% growth, in light of the headwinds of imminent recession in the US and other regions. If the existing business landscape will prevail, the 1.7 million units recorded sales in 2019 may be surpassed.”
Because of its easy-to-operate controls, the Automatic Category or Scooters took 60 percent of the total first-quarter sales this year with 269,652 units sold.
This was followed by the Business Units, which are used for commercial purposes. This category accounted for 18.6 percent of the total sales, with 83,616 units sold.
Meanwhile, Mopeds or Underbone motorcycles took 17.2 percent of the total sales due to their affordability, with 77,152 units sold. The Street and Big Bikes, commonly used for leisure and off-road adventure, took the remaining 4 percent with 17,000 units sold.
Emirates has announced a new offer for travelers planning to visit Dubai this summer. The offer is valid from May 22, 2023 to June 11, 2023, and applies to people who purchase an Emirates return ticket in First Class or Business Class to or stopping over in Dubai and includes a complimentary two-night stay at 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central.
This special offer is valid for all return tickets to or stopping over in Dubai for more than 24 hours, for travel dates between May 26, 2023 and August 31, 2023.
The offer is available on bookings made on emirates.com or Emirates call centre or ticket offices and via participating travel agents, made at least 96 hours in advance of passengers’ arrival.
Based right next to Dubai’s iconic Museum of the Future, the 5* 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central draws inspiration from traditional Bedouin culture and design, but with a modernised twist.
Lose yourself in a culinary experience from North Indian Cuisines to Bavarian beer across the five amazing in-house restaurant and bars all over the hotel. If you’re looking to relax, travelers can unwind in the Extra Hour Spa, a unique, rooftop sauna that overlooks the stunning city of Dubai.
Located within the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DWTC), Novotel World Trade Centre, Dubai, gives off a luxurious yet homely vibe right in the heart of Dubai.
Relax by the pool and enjoy signature cocktails and light meals from Chills Pool Bar, and cap your adventure off with listening to a live music performance at the soul soothing Blue Bar. Whether traveling alone or as a family, make Novotel World Trade Centre, Dubai your place to stay.
Whether it’s cooling down in private pools or enjoying family fun at indoor theme parks and water parks, there is something for every traveler when visiting Dubai this summer.
From sun-soaked beaches and cultural activities to world class hospitality and leisure facilities, Dubai offers a variety of world-class experiences for every visitor:
My Emirates Pass: Customers flying to or through Dubai can simply show their boarding pass and a valid form of identification to hundreds of retail, leisure, and dining outlets, as well as famous attractions and luxury spas, to enjoy fantastic discounts throughout Dubai and the UAE. To see all My Emirates Pass offers, please visit https://www.emirates.com/ph/english/experience/my-emirates-pass/.
Skywards Partners: Members of Emirates’ award-winning loyalty program, Skywards, can earn Miles with our worldwide partners like hotels, airlines, car rentals, retail and banking. Members can spend these Miles on reward tickets, upgrades, or even tickets for concerts and sports events. Learn more about Emirates Skywards here: https://www.emirates.com/english/skywards/.
Emirates has safely restarted operations to more than 130 destinations, across six continents and currently operates 25 flights per week from Manila, Cebu, and Clark to Dubai.
For more information, visit emirates.com. Tickets can be purchased on emirates.com, Emirates Sales Office, via travel agents or through online travel agents.
BlockchainSpace, a leading Web3 community enabler in Southeast Asia, has partnered with Smart Communications, the leading telecommunications provider in the Philippines, to explore Web3-powered solutions that can connect communities, unlock new opportunities, and drive growth for all stakeholders.
The partnership marks a major milestone for Web3 adoption in the Philippines and beyond, according to Peter Ing, CEO of BlockchainSpace. He further described the collaboration as an indication of continued growth in enterprise interest in contributing to a Web3-enabled future.
“Filipinos have been at the forefront of utilizing Web3 since the peak of the pandemic. With millions already owning crypto wallets and participating in GameFi, the Philippines has consistently been one of the leaders of Web3 adoption in Southeast Asia. Through this partnership, BlockchainSpace and Smart will continue to build on that foundation by enabling more communities to connect in a truly open, meaningful and secure manner,” Ing said.
“This partnership aligns with Smart’s mission to empower FIlipinos with the latest digital innovations so they can live more today,” said Lloyd Manaloto, First Vice President and Head of Prepaid and Content at Smart.
He added that the company has always been an early adopter of the latest technology and is constantly on the lookout for programs that appeal to the passions of its subscribers, which it can turn into more immersive experiences.
“By leveraging the Philippines’ fastest and best mobile network, as recognized by Ookla, and the country’s widest 5G network, we believe that Smart is in the best position to unlock the value of Web3 in tandem with BlockchainSpace to benefit more Filipinos through accessibility and connectivity,” Manaloto said.
BlockchainSpace traces its roots to the city of Makati in 2018 when its founder and CEO successfully organized over a hundred in-person gatherings of various Web3 investors and founders to help grow the crypto industry in the region.
The company has since evolved into a Web3 solutions provider that powers Southeast Asia’s communities with more than just blockchain technology.
Since 2020, BlockchainSpace has empowered over 100 communities and raised $20 million from top investors, including Animoca Brands, Spartan Group, and Crypto.com Capital.
To further enable communities to thrive in the space, BlockchainSpace provides guild leaders, gamers, creators, and everyone in between with blockchain solutions as well as trademark community programs such as the Guild Partner Program and Creator Circle.
The Creator Circle, which will soon be publicly launched for creators in tandem with Smart, already has more than 150 creator sign ups regionally–amounting to an aggregate following of more than 20M across all social networks despite only being in closed beta.
This program was introduced to empower those within the creator economy, an emerging type of market which connects creators to their fans and brands and allows the creator to monetize their content, output, or skills all while building a community.
The Creator Circle is a natural progression for BlockchainSpace as it enables the company to utilize its successes and lessons from supporting gaming guilds and extend similar tools, support, and opportunities to creators, artists, and influencers, explained Aspen Sañez, Global Head of Marketing at BlockchainSpace.
By teaming up with Smart, which has an established network and history of impactful engagements with artists and their fan groups, BlockchainSpace will be able to maximize the capabilities of and establish a solid roster in Creator Circle.
“We could not have found a better partner in venturing into a Web3-enabled creator economy than BlockchainSpace, which has the expertise and experience when it comes to Web3 gaming and supporting guilds. With our concerted efforts, we are confident on translating things positively in the Creator Circle,” added Dexter Chan, Assistant Vice President for Content Business Development at Smart.
Aside from the Creator Circle, Filipinos can look forward to more initiatives from BlockchainSpace and Smart that will help unlock the full potential of Web3 for all.
The two companies are working closely together to deliver exciting new programs and innovative solutions that would continue to empower communities to scale sustainably and benefit from Web3.
Marhaba, a leading global airport hospitality brand and part of dnata, has expanded its presence in the Philippines by launching its globally renowned Meet & Greet services and opening additional facilities at Clark International Airport.
Starting from May, arriving, departing and transiting passengers can take advantage of marhaba’s signature Meet & Greet services at the airport’s new Terminal 2 building.
marhaba’s dedicated agents will provide a warm welcome to customers and fast track them through the airport formalities, right up until the arrival area or departure gate.
Clark passengers can soon further enhance their journey by visiting marhaba’s newest airport lounges.
The two facilities, which are scheduled to open in November 2023, will feature comfortable seating for up to 160 guests, and offer Wi-Fi and all-day dining with an international cuisine. marhaba’s Meet & Greet Gold customers will benefit from free lounge access.
By 2024, marhaba will offer meet & greet services and operate four lounges at two airports in The Philippines with a team of 80 local hospitality professionals.
“We are proud to announce further expansion of our airport hospitality business in the Philippines. Taking advantage of dnata’s extensive experience in air and catering services, we pride ourselves in offering world-class quality for our customers across our global network,” said Margaret Yu, CEO of dnata The Philippines.
“Our Meet & Greet and Lounge services have been designed to fully meet the needs of passengers of all travel classes, contributing to an excellent airport experience at every stage of the journey.”
marhaba, which means ‘welcome’ in Arabic, was launched in the UAE to help passengers arriving in or departing from Dubai International airport.
The popularity of meet & greet services has grown exponentially in line with Dubai’s growth as a major international travel hub, and marhaba has continually expanded its product offering with a growing list of services and extra options designed to make the passenger airport experience as comfortable as possible.
In recent years marhaba has significantly expanded its network to provide world-class hospitality and deliver a safe and memorable airport experience for more travelers globally.
It currently operates 18 airport lounges in seven countries, including the UAE, Australia, Switzerland, Pakistan, Singapore, Tanzania (Zanzibar) and the Philippines, offering guests a consistent brand and service experience at each airport.
In the UAE, Australia, Switzerland and the Philippines, passengers can further enhance their journey by booking marhaba’s signature Meet & Greet services.
Travelers can relax and refresh before boarding their flight at marhaba lounges by presenting eligible credit cards or other lounge access programs, or with purchase upon entry.
In addition to marhaba’s products, customers can also book access to over 400 lounges and Meet & Greet services provided by the brand’s global partners on http://www.marhabaservices.com.
The marhaba brand is part of dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers. A trusted partner or over 300 airline customers, dnata offers ground handling, cargo and catering services in 38 countries.
TCL Electronics has announced the arrival of its C Series QLED TVs, which are set to revolutionize home entertainment. The first model to be launched in the Philippines is the C645 Color Master TV.
This QLED Smart TV is highly anticipated and offers outstanding color expression that speaks of vivacity and vigorous life on your TV screens.
The C645 Color Master TV features a 4K UHD resolution display, which delivers a crystal-clear picture with accurate colors and exceptional clarity.
The QLED technology optimizes the color gamut and saturation, resulting in a stunning and natural-looking picture.
The TCL C645 Color Master is part of the groundbreaking C Series line together with C745 Game Master and C845 All Around Master giving the users a brilliant experience like they’ve never had before.
The TCL C645 and the other C models C646 & C647 will be exclusively available at the different TCL dealers nationwide.
“Every TV in the C Series line will be a worthy addition to anybody’s home. Each TV is brilliant, outstanding, amazing, and impressive in its own right,” said Loyal Cheng, president of TCL Philippines.
The three TVs are created with 4K Ultra HD QLED TVs with Dolby Vision Atmos and Google TV.
Likewise, each of the TV models present an outstanding image quality, impressive sound, big screen sizes, and provide viewers with immersive viewing experiences that will bring joy into the homes of movie, sports, and gaming fans.
All three TVs have a bezel-less design for a sleek and stylish aesthetic. The ultra slim body allows the TV to fit seamlessly into any space, making it a stunning addition to the home.
The TCL C645 Color Master comes in as a bigger than life TV experience featuring a 4K UHD resolution display, which delivers a crystal-clear picture with accurate colors and exceptional clarity.
The QLED technology optimizes the color gamut and saturation, resulting in a stunning and natural-looking picture.
The HDR10+ – High Dynamic Range (HDR) is the latest standard for UHD content and it provides a superior experience with striking brightness, exceptional shadow detail, and vivid color.
The TV also supports Dolby Vision Atmos, which enhances the HDR performance, delivering even more stunning visuals.
The TCL C645 is made with 120Hz Game Accelerator which has a high-refresh rate which displays sharper high-speed motion pictures of industry-wide parameter competition. TCL’s software algorithm raises the bar to 120Hz, satisfying the refresh rate needs for most game users.
C645 comes equipped with Android TV, which offers an intuitive interface that is easy to navigate. The TVs also feature a built-in Google Assistant and Chromecast, allowing users to control their smart home devices and stream content from their smartphones and tablets seamlessly.
With the Google Play Store, users can access thousands of apps and games, making the TV a one-stop entertainment hub making it the ideal “TV for GenZs”.
What’s good about C645 is that it’s priced competitively in the market being one of the best QLED TVs to have. With its impressive and innovative features, ultimately it’s worth the wait!
Get your own TCL C645 Color Master and experience brilliance like never before. TCL C Series C745 and C845 will be heading soon in the Philippines. For more information about the TCL C Series, go to https://www.tcl.com/ph/en.
Converge is not just any internet service provider. They know that in this digital age, streaming is king and they’re racing ahead to give their customers the best video experience possible. It’s like they’re saying, “We don’t just provide internet, we provide a gateway to endless entertainment possibilities!”
Converge remains at the forefront of the race to be the fastest internet service provider in the Philippines, emphasizing the company’s prominence in instant play, seamless playback, and optimization for 4K.
Awarded the *Best ISP Video Experience in the Philippines for the second half of 2022 during the Ookla® Speedtest Award™, Converge finished at the top with an overall 80.99 video score. The recognition solidifies the consumer-initiated scoring results of users’ video experiences during a six-month period.
Maximum video streaming and viewing experience calls for three important criteria: video starts as soon as the play button is pressed, video plays up to the end without stalling, and the video displays at the highest possible quality.
Ookla® had measurements for each of these important user criteria. Converge came out on top in all these video criteria among the internet service providers in the country.
“Being named the company with the Best ISP Video Experience solidifies our reputation of having the fastest broadband connectivity in the Philippines. The fact is, you don’t top all three key categories if you are not delivering a high-speed internet connection,” Converge Chief Operations Officer Jesus C. Romero said.
“Optimized user experience is important to us, so consumer-initiated ratings affirm all the efforts that we’ve done to improve our network to deliver fast, high-capacity connectivity.”
Converge emphasizes that their subscribers get more than what they are paying for because they make sure users enjoy consistent high speed, lowest latency (all data arrives swiftly) (12.51ms in 2022), and low jitter (2ms in 2022) (all data arrives in the right order) connectivity no matter their plan subscription.
These network assets make Converge the absolute choice for gamers, streamers, and high-volume data-sharing enterprises, with its Ookla® median speed clocking in at 94.39 Mbps and its top median speed reaching as high as 439.6 Mbps.
The company has consistently upgraded its bandwidth speed without increasing the subscription price. Converge initially offered 25 Mbps on its basic FiberX plan in 2018 before increasing the speed to 35 Mbps the following year.
Understanding the high-volume bandwidth demand during the pandemic, the ICT company increased its basic FiberX plan speed to 50 Mbps before doubling that speed to 100 Mbps during the first half of 2022.
Converge capped its year by offering another free double speed increase at the end of the year, making its basic FiberX plan run on 200 Mbps.
“Filipinos deserve the fastest internet at an affordable price; that’s why we’ve only increased our speed but never our prices. We always put our subscribers’ preferences and experiences first. Their satisfaction is our success. Being called a market disruptor is a badge of honor for us. We are always the first to give free speed bumps, and our competitors just follow suit,” Romero added.
Converge has been a perennial winner in Ookla®’s consumer-initiated ratings and awards, winning **Most Consistent Network across five major regions in the last quarter of 2021 and being crowned the ***Top Rated Fixed Network for the first half of 2022. The ICT company ended its 2022 run at the top of streaming giant Netflix’s Speed Index after Netflix users rated Converge as the best ISP for binge-watch streaming.
Corporate Guarantee (CG) has proven that they are the crème de la crème of quality management systems by earning their ISO 9001:2015 Certification. It’s like they’re saying, “We don’t just meet global standards, we exceed them!”
CG is not just any insurance company. They take customer service seriously and have made it the core of their operations. It’s like they’re saying, “We don’t just sell insurance, we sell peace of mind!”
As they expand their footprint across Luzon, they continue to make a mark in the non-life insurance space. CG knows that delivering quality customer service is key to their success, and they’re not afraid to show it.
“This recertification is a testament of our strong desire to sustain the quality service that Corporate Guarantee has known for the past 25 years. We take pride in this commitment and assure our stakeholders— clients, partners, and employees— that we uphold the highest standards in all our products and services worthy of the trust and confidence that they give us,” said CG Executive Director Carisa Laus.
The external auditors conducted a process-based review focusing on significant aspects, risks, and objectives required by the ISO standards. Information was gathered through interviews, observation of activities, and review of documentation and records.
Following the rigorous assessment and audit, it was concluded that CG has the mechanisms to ensure statutory, regulatory, and contractual compliance. Likewise, the company’s organizational efficiency in achieving specified objectives and identifying areas for improvement were highlighted.
CG’s system has demonstrated a state of development and maturity, which enabled the company to earn the quality management system recertification.
The scope of certification covered the provision of non-life insurance products and services (issuance of policies and settlement of claims) for motor, fire, casualty, marine, and bonds.
This is CG’s eighth ISO certification. The company earned its first ISO 9001:2000 in 2004, followed by ISO 9001:2008 in 2013. Their ISO 9001:2015 was first conferred in 2017 and was recertified in 2020.
CG is a member of the Laus Group of Companies that offers insurance coverage for motor, fire, casualty, cargo, and bonds. The company is widely recognized through its network and services in Pampanga, Metro Manila, Bulacan, Tarlac, La Union, and Ilocos Norte.
“The process Corporate Guarantee went through towards our certification required the whole team’s great deal of effort. Similar to our past auditing experiences, we give credit to our team’s collaborative and hardworking spirit,” said Lisset Laus-Velasco, Chairman of the LausGroup of Companies.
CG is one of six non-life insurance companies in the Philippines to be ISO-certified. The company exhibited a high standard in its quality management system, particularly in monitoring information on customer perception as to whether the organization has met customer needs and expectations.
The audit was conducted by SGS Philippines, Inc., a leading provider of certification, testing, verification, and inspection in the country.
TikTok is bringing the heat to the Philippines with its first-ever gaming competition, The Greatest Gamer Philippines. This unique reality show concept will house 10 selected players in a villa for three weeks, where they’ll compete in various real-world and gaming challenges to showcase what it takes to be a professional gamer.
Get ready for some serious gaming action and drama as these contestants battle it out to be crowned the greatest gamer in the country! With TikTok’s reputation for inspiring creativity and bringing joy, this competition is sure to be a blast.
After its successful pilot in Indonesia in 2021 and mobile gaming’s rapid growth in the Philippines, TikTok along with partners Smart, Smart Omega, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), as well as support from Grab and Samsung, team up to search for ‘The Greatest Gamer’ in the country.
In a recent report conducted by Meltwater, 2023 Global Digital Report, over 95% of internet users in the Philippines are avid gamers, confirming that the Filipino community has a strong and vibrant gaming culture.
Tapping on this passionate community, The Greatest Gamer Philippines is an important initiative that seeks to further nurture and grow potential professional gamers.
“We are thrilled to bring The Greatest Gamer to the Philippines, where there is a thriving and welcoming gaming community that aspires to grow and excel as skillful gamers. The Greatest Gamer Philippines showcases the journey to becoming a professional gamer as well as engaging the gaming community by providing relevant entertainment, highlighting the skills, passion, and dedication that is necessary to excel in Esports. We also hope to empower the local gaming community, nurture its growth, and provide a space for enthusiasts to continue displaying their skills and creativity,” says Vanessa Brown, Director, Business Development, APAC, TikTok.
Numerous activities are lined up during the campaign, providing an immersive and engaging experience as the selected contestants will take part in fun livestreams of mini games, weekly tournament gameplays and other online and offline challenges in the course of learning what it takes to be a professional gamer.
TikTok is a space that allows gaming and culture to collide, unlocking new ways to play and be entertained. The platform provides a window into the gaming lifestyle by revealing contestants’ interactions with Creators, weekly interviews, content on their backstories, and various program highlights, enabling TikTok users and Esports fans to see firsthand what these rising talents will go through to achieve their dreams.
Powered by Smart, the official telco provider of The Greatest Gamer Philippines, TikTok is leveraging the Philippines’ fastest and best mobile network as recognized by Ookla, to ensure seamless gameplay and uninterrupted connection for all contestants, gaming enthusiasts and its community.
With TikTok and Smart working hand in hand, Esports fans can look forward to a new era of interactive gaming experiences and memorable moments through The Greatest Gamer Philippines.
“Smart has been a leading patron of Philippine Esports because we’ve always believed that Filipinos have the passion, talent, and skill to dominate in this field. As the official telco provider of TikTok’s The Greatest Gamer Philippines, we aim to elevate the players’ gameplay experience with our fastest and best mobile network. We believe that this would also translate to an enjoyable viewing experience for all Esports fans,” says Lloyd R. Manaloto, FVP and Head of Prepaid and Content at Smart.
Smart Prepaid and TNT subscribers can join in on the action as well as tune into the journey of The Greatest Gamer Philippines aspirants on TikTok by registering to Power All and Saya All offers, which come with daily access to TikTok.
Aspiring professional Esports gamers can submit their audition videos from May 24 to June 14, 2023, on TikTok.
Pinoy gamers interested in going professional and joining The Greatest Gamer Philippines must follow @thegreatestgamer and @smartcommunications on TikTok and create audition video content by introducing themselves and showcasing their MLBB skills, using the official audition filter and hashtag #TheGreatestGamerPH, and tagging the official @thegreatestgamer and @smartcommunications TikTok accounts.
Aside from gaining awesome experiences with today’s top content creators, The Greatest Gamer winner will take home a cash prize worth P250,000 and a contract with Smart Omega that gives them a chance to suit up and be part of their MLBB roster.
“Filipinos have always been enthusiastic about gaming, whether online or offline, and we are excited to witness their talents and passions in The Greatest Gamer Philippines auditions. TikTok’s gaming community rallies behind one another to cheer on key wins, support after disappointing losses, and shares tips to help each level up in their favorite games. It would be very interesting, entertaining and educational to see how Pinoy gamers strategise to be the next professional gamer,” says Brown.
Fans can look forward to watching The Greatest Gamer Philippines and rooting for their favorite player soon. For more information on The Greatest Gamer Philippines, visit https://www.tiktok.com/@thegreatestgamer.
Home Credit Philippines is taking its buy-now-pay-later game to the next level by partnering with Open Fabric to launch digital payment solutions for merchants. Say goodbye to the hassle of traditional payments and hello to a more convenient shopping experience!
Home Credit Philippines is teaming up with Open Fabric to launch digital payment solutions for merchants, making it possible for partner merchants to set Home Credit Qwarta and Home Credit Card as convenient payment methods for customers on their websites.
“Partnership with Open Fabric will help Home Credit to expand reach within the local e-commerce market, support retailers with exclusive products and offer easy credit payment experience for our customers,” shares Home Credit Philippines’ Head of Digital Credit, Daniel Brodan.
Home Credit’s partner merchants can now reach their business objectives in the digital era by connecting them better with their customers. Open Fabric’s single interface for markets across APAC plug-ins provides simpler and faster integration process for businesses when making Home Credit as a payment option on their websites.
“We are extremely excited to work with Home Credit Philippines, the largest consumer finance provider in the country. Home Credit’s BNPL products powered by Open Fabric’s fast integration stack will create a seamless online shopping and lending experience for both consumers and merchants,” says Open Fabric CEO, Soma Ramasamy.
These enhanced digital payment solutions aim to contribute to merchants’ profit as it helps attract Home Credit customers with credit to avail their products and offerings.
HC installments will also soon be integrated in these payment methods, which shall provide customers fast access to exclusive Home Credit deals and special promos when picking their preferred payment plan, such as the 0% interest installment plans and more.
Attention shoppers! With the help of Open Fabric, you can now find Home Credit as a payment option in more of your favorite online merchants. From buying gadgets, appliances, furniture, or just by simply doing errands, you can now experience legit, safe transactions in securing applications when shopping online.
Not only that! A variety of amazing credit and installment plans tailored fit to every Home Credit user will be available when you use Home Credit to pay online.
Stay tuned for more updates on Home Credit and OpenFabric’s partnership. Check out the latest news from Home Credit Philippines, visit its official website http://www.homecredit.ph.
You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts. Customers are also encouraged to download the My Home Credit App on Google Play to learn more about the latest promos and see what’s new in the Marketplace.
Beko Philippines is taking their business to the next level in their journey to bring the European brand to a sustainable lifestyle for Filipino customers.
As they celebrate their third year of operations, Beko has set their sights on becoming the number one European brand in the Philippine market in the next 5 years.
But this isn’t just about being the top brand. Beko is committed to empowering the next generation to live healthier lives and promoting a healthy planet. They focus on providing appliances that not only benefit their customers but also have long-ranging benefits for the earth itself.
And speaking of appliances, Beko has been thriving ever since they launched in the Philippines, constantly aiming to help customers with their appliance needs. They even have an anniversary sale for customers with up to amazing discounts!
So if you’re looking for a brand that not only provides quality appliances but also cares about the environment and your health, look no further than Beko Philippines. They’re on a mission to make sustainable living accessible and achievable for everyone.
“We are very happy to be holding this trade launch for our dealers and stakeholders as we share that Beko will be a bigger and better brand in the Philippines in 2023 and beyond,” said Gürhan Günal, Beko’s country director in the Philippines.
Günal also presented the company’s business development plans of EXPAND, GROW, LEAD, CONNECTIVITY and SUSTAINABILITY for the Philippines along with the brand’s hero technologies at the anniversary trade launch at the Grand Ballroom of Marriott Hotel Manila.
This is the heart and reason why this year, Beko will be made available soon in other appliance stores nationwide as it continues to “expand” its distribution to other retail channels.
To further “grow” brand awareness and visibility they also announced the renewal of their brand ambassadorship with Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo alongside with digital and traditional media investments.
As one of the “leading” manufacturers of home appliances, Beko promotes the Live Like a Pro lifestyle and inspires Filipinos to experience a more convenient way of living through European style product lines.
They stated that Beko Pilipinas Corporation is the exclusive distributor of Hitachi Major Domestic Appliances as part of their brand portfolio.
Beko appliances are made smart, relevant and designed to easily support Filipino families. With the HomeWhiz function you can easily “connect” to your Beko appliances with the use of your smartphones.
As part of Beko’s global sustainability effort, Beko Philippines announces its partnership with Plastic Credit Exchange, which serves a global ecosystem of carefully vetted partners that recover, process, and recycle plastic waste with programs that improve livelihood, scale up social impact, and reduce the flow of plastic pollution into nature.
The partnership is in line with Extended Producer Responsibility Law, which holds companies responsible for the plastic packaging they use throughout the lifecycle of their products.
As Beko marked its third year in the Philippines, the appliance brand held a grand trade launch for its dealers at the Marriott Hotel Grand Ballroom with the theme “Empowered to Live Like A Pro.”
During the whole-day event, guests, including media and dealers, got to experience Beko’s range of appliances. They also got tips from a chef and an interior designer on how to manage their homes like a pro.
Beko Philippines showcased its hero technologies, such as HarvestFresh, ProSmart Inverter Technology, Steam Cure, Hygiene+, AeroPerfect TM and many others.
These technologies help you live like a pro. Among the products displayed that day were cookers. The HII64205F2MT is a 60x50cm built-in induction hob with four Cooking Zones and two 2 Flexizone, nine cooking levels and a glass burner plate. Meanwhile, the BBIS14300XCSE 60x60cm. multifunction built-in oven with six cooking functions, including Steam Aid feature for moist and even cooking.
There were also refrigerators, one of the appliances which Beko is famous for. The GNO480E40HFGBPH is a 16.6cf inverter multi-door refrigerator with Neofrost Triple Cooling Technology, HarvestFresh, Prosmart Inverter Compressor, in sleek black glass door finish. Also featured is the Hitachi Refrigerator R-WB640VG0-1 GBK with Vacuum Technology with Platinum Catalyst, Inverter X Dual-fan Cooling with Eco-thermo sensor.
Other appliances include the CEG7302B, a bean-to-cup espresso machine and the BSEOG180/181 2Hp air-conditioner with Go Clean Technology, MicroClean TM Filter, Gold Guard, ZoneFollow, 4D Auto Swing and HomeWhiz.
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