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.
17 Mar
2010
SM COMMITTEE ON DISABILITY AFFAIRS BAGS ANVIL AWARD
The SM Committee on Disability Affairs recently received the Anvil Award for Excellence from the Public Relations Society in the Philippines (PRSP) for its SM Cares Social responsibility programs during
16 Mar
2010
Metro Manila’s best family weekend places
Believe or not, nine out of 10 working people think about the weekend even it’s just the start of the working week. This only shows how eager most of us
16 Mar
2010
Global Pinoy Center at SM Iloilo
SM City Iloilo recently opened its Global Pinoy Center (GPC) for Il0nggo overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). SM GPCs stand as a symbol of SM’s appreciation and gratitude to all overseas
13 Mar
2010
SM Gains Merit for Supporting Motherhood
The Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP) hands out yearly Anvil Awards to people and institutions that have shown exemplary public service. Backed by a well-respected board of judges,
10 Mar
2010
Ferry service from Bataan to MOA resumes in April
ORION, Bataan—Starting April 1, the ferry service from this port directly to the Mall of Asia (MOA) in Pasay City via Manila Bay will resume. Bataan Second District Rep. Albert
09 Mar
2010
SM Prime to open six malls this year
SM Prime Holdings Inc., the largest Philippine shopping mall operator, said it will open six branches this year, expanding its network in the country and China to 45 branches. Five
09 Mar
2010
Pinoy Global Center at SM City Iloilo
Overseas foreign workers (OFW) and their beneficiaries have another reason to be happy. With the opening of the Global Pinoy Center in SM City Iloilo, they will be given ample
09 Mar
2010
Ferry service from Mall of Asia to Bataan starts April 1
ORION, Bataan – Starting April 1, the ferry service from this port directly to Mall of Asia (MOA) in Pasay City via Manila Bay, will again resume. This was revealed
08 Mar
2010
Phil Health chief addresses SM Global Pinoy Center launch
PHILIPPINE Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) president and CEO Dr. Key B. Aquino graced the grand launching of SM’s Global Pinoy Center at the SM City North Edsa as guest speaker.
08 Mar
2010
Cebu mall opens one-stop shop facility for OFWs
CEBU CITY – Major mall player SM City Cebu announced recently the opening of its Global Pinoy Center, a one-stop shop facility for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and their families.