11 Oct
2021
Pico Sands Hotel Donates Vaccines
Inspired by the spirit of unity and camaraderie in the midst of adversity, Pico de Loro Beach and Country Club and Pico Sands Hotel donated 200 doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines to the Rural Health Unit of Nasugbu, Batangas last October 4, 2021. In the same way the properties ensure that the staff have secure and comfortable access to vaccines, they likewise endeavor to extend a helping hand to all those in need through actionable programs. Certainly, though the pandemic has posed incredible challenges, everyone remains headstrong in its wake, in part thanks to the support of loved ones and the community.
01 Oct
2021
SM Prime Targets to Minimize Operations’ Carbon Footprint Through Enhanced Sustainability Program
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, sets a new milestone in its sustainability program as the Company commits to expand its energy source portfolio gearing towards clean energy across all of its business segments over the medium term.
01 Oct
2021
Hamilo Coast Safeguards Its Marine Biodiversity
In line with its core emphasis on sustainable tourism and environmentally conscious living, Costa Del Hamilo, Inc. (CDHI), a leader in the leisure resort industry and the movers behind Hamilo Coast in Nasugbu, Batangas, recently completed a Marine Protected Area (MPA) assessment. The sites targeted were three of 12 coves in the property, established as MPAs for CDHI’s Sustainable Development Project, implemented from 2017 to 2019.
01 Oct
2021
Green-thumbing: the art of self-care at The Grove at Plantation Hills
As we try to find more ways to cope with a massively disruptive health crisis, taking charge of our emotional and mental well-being becomes more crucial than ever. This may mean having to stay grounded for the long haul, socially distanced from the company of friends. But studies show that people who spend more time communing with nature have a significantly more positive outlook on life and increased feelings of vitality and energy.
29 Sep
2021
SM Prime supports Manila Observatory’s clean energy, climate, and weather prediction system
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. has recently inked a partnership agreement with the Manila Observatory for the “High Definition Clean Energy, Climate, and Weather Forecasts for the Philippines” Project, a data-driven system that utilizes automated weather stations (AWS) and high-performance computer modeling to provide clean energy and weather forecasts up to five days in advance.
31 Aug
2021
Tagaytay Highlands’ immersive experience ramps up digitalization efforts
When the world was thrust into a health crisis early in 2020, it left people sheltered in place. Yet, even as most stick close to home, the property market continues to thrive. Amid quarantine restrictions, real estate, deemed one of the best-performing industries during the pandemic, has readily transitioned to the digital space.
18 Aug
2021
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Tops-Off Lanson Place Mall of Asia
SMHCC topped-off yet another iconic property, Lanson Place Mall of Asia. Leading the ceremony were SM Prime Holdings, Inc. Executive Committee Chairman Hans T. Sy, SM Hotels and Conventions Corp President Elizabeth T. Sy, and SM Hotels and Conventions Corp Executive Vice President Peggy E. Angeles.
09 Aug
2021
#SMXREADY To Host Events
MX Convention Center (SMXCC), the leading convention center in the country, continues to uphold its commitment for its guests’ and colleagues’ safety and security with its #SMXsafespaces.
05 Aug
2021
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Appoints General Manager for its New Park Inn by Radisson Property in Bacolod
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. announces the appointment of Mr. Sherwin Lucas as Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod’s General Manager.
02 Aug
2021
SM Prime Reports 12% Increase in 1H2021 Net Income
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, reported PHP11.6 billion consolidated net income in the first six months of 2021, 12% higher from PHP10.4 billion in the first half of 2020. This is on the back of improvement in second quarter net income to PHP5.2 billion from PHP2.1 billion in the same period last year. First half consolidated revenues recorded at PHP41.1 billion, down 6% from PHP43.7 of 2020’s first half.
27 Jan
2019
Thank you, Tatang!
Elizabeth Sy: It was my father who taught me the meaning of unconditional love.
25 Jan
2019
Henry Sy (2)
“For him there was no such thing as easy money.”
25 Jan
2019
FB Roundup: Henry Sy, Cosentino, And Dyson
Henry Sy (pictured), founder and chairman emeritus of family-owned SM Investments—one of the Philippines’ largest conglomerates— has died “peacefully in his sleep” aged 94, according to his company.
25 Jan
2019
SM Prime to open four new malls this year
SM Prime says it will open four new malls in Philippine provinces this year. The company will also intensify land-banking efforts to make it easier to develop properties in the
24 Jan
2019
Let’s be inspired by John Bogle and Henry Sy
In a span of less than a week, two prominent business people left this world. John Bogle, the father of index fund on Jan. 16, 2019, and Henry Sy, the
24 Jan
2019
The legacy of Henry Sy Sr.
Numerous accolades were accorded the late Henry Sy Sr., usually referring to him being the richest man in the Philippines.
24 Jan
2019
Grandest Dinagyang celebration awaits locals, tourists at SM City Iloilo
The Grandest Dinagyang Celebration will take place at SM City Iloilo, as it plays host once again to the most exciting events of the festival. Read more: https://www.panaynews.net/grandest-dinagyang-celebration-awaits-locals-t…
24 Jan
2019
Remembering ‘Tatang’: SM chiefs, employees share fond moments with Henry Sy Sr.
From a humble shoe seller to the country’s richest man, Henry Sy’s success story is unheard of. With only 10 centavos to his name, Chinese-born Sy started from selling surplus
24 Jan
2019
Henry Sy, billionaire trailblazer of PH mall culture, laid to rest
The late billionaire and SM founder Henry Sy is shown in this handout photo from his office. Sy was schedule to be laid to rest on Jan. 24
24 Jan
2019
Henry Sy Sr laid to rest
REST IN PEACE. Tycoon Henry Sy Sr dies at 94.