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.
30 Jul
2021
Reveries are weatherproof at Tagaytay Highlands
The scorching hot summer has passed and in its wake come the rainy days and constant drizzling of the monsoon season. However, no matter the weather or the season, Tagaytay Highlands continues to indulge residents and their guests with its enjoyable indoor fun and outdoor vibe—rain or shine, weather or not.
30 Jul
2021
A healthy farm-to-table lifestyle at Tagaytay Highlands
And if we are fortunate to have sizeable green spaces around our homes, growing our own produce to share or to sell totally means self-sufficiency in food for the long haul—no matter what happens outside.
19 Jul
2021
Galing Pook Foundation, SM Prime sign MoA in support of Galing Pook Awards
SM Prime Holdings recently entered a five-year partnership with the Galing Pook Foundation (GPF) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Local Government Academy (LGA) in support of the annual Galing Pook Awards, which recognizes local government units for their exemplary governance, innovation, sustainability, and resilience initiatives.
14 Jul
2021
All SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Properties Get Safety Seal Certification
All properties under SM Hotels and Conventions Corp (SMHCC) portfolio have recently obtained the Department of Tourism Safety Seal given to accommodation establishments who faithfully comply with the Minimum Public Health Standards (MPHS) set by the government and integrate StaySafe.ph with their contact tracing.
24 Jun
2021
Business World: Public hearing on SM Prime’s Pasay reclamation set for June
THE ENVIRONMENTAL Management Bureau will hold a public consultation on the environmental impact assessment (EIA) of the Manila Bay reclamation project.
24 Jun
2021
Balanghai, galleons at drive-in cinema
The Filipino Heritage Festival Inc. and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, in partnership with SM Cinema Drive-In, will stage a virtual dance concert, “Of Balanghai and Galleons: Journey Towards Nationhood” in celebration of the National Heritage Month at the SM Mall of Asia concert grounds.
24 Jun
2021
Balanghai and Galleons at SM MOA Drive-In cinema
The Filipino Heritage Festival, Inc. and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts in partnership with SM Cinema Drive-In will stage a virtual dance concert, Of Balanghai and Galleons: Journey Towards Nationhood in celebration of the National Heritage Month at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.
24 Jun
2021
Bulacan LGU awards ‘Safety Seal’ to SM mall
The SM Mall was the first private establishment in this city to receive the “Safety Seal” certification as the local government unit (LGU) launched on Thursday the program affirming its strict compliance with the government-mandated safety protocols against THE coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19).
24 Jun
2021
A life lived in service
There were times when my family barely had two pesos in our pockets. My parents had seven children. Their earnings were barely enough for all of us. Those were very hard times but we didn’t stop dreaming. With a lot of sacrifice I finished med school in Pampanga. That still wasn’t enough. I took advantage of working in the US as a nurse which enabled me to earn more money than working as a doctor in the Philippines.
24 Jun
2021
Up your game with a father-son play at SMDC
It’s all fun and games as father and son Benjie and Andre Paras visit SMDC for some basketball hoops and moves.
24 Jun
2021
Virtual show presents Filipino ancestors’ journey
Audience of the upcoming virtual concert at SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds will go back in history to witness the journeys and influences that shaped our culture today.
23 Jun
2021
Pampanga poised to lead PHL’s tourism recovery
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) is optimistic Clark, Pampanga will take the lead in the recovery of the tourism industry of the country, even as the rest of the tourist destinations will likely see a slower upturn.
23 Jun
2021
PhilSys registration sites: Rundown of malls where one can register for national ID
Filipinos can now conveniently register for a national ID, the government’s central identification platform for citizens and resident aliens, through different shopping malls.
23 Jun
2021
San Jose del Monte city LGU awards safety seal to SM, encourage citizens to get vaccinated
The SM Mall in San Jose del Monte was the first establishment to receive the Safety Seal certification as the Local Government Unit launch the program in the city Wednesday morning, June 23, affirming its strict compliance to the government-mandated safety protocols.