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.
23 Apr
2019
SM Prime to spend P80-B for new malls, condos in 2019
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, April 23) – Property developer SM Prime Holdings, Inc. said Tuesday it has earmarked P80 billion in new investments this year for the construction of four new malls, residential units and mixed-use space.
23 Apr
2019
SM Prime scouting for lands in Vietnam, Thailand for Southeast Asian expansion
SM Prime Holdings, Inc., the real estate arm of SM Group, is still scouting for properties to acquire in some parts of Southeast Asia like Vietnam and Thailand, but the actual expansion is not going to happen very soon.
23 Apr
2019
SM Prime to begin building newest mall in China this year
SM Prime Holdings Inc. will start constructing this year its newest mall in China in Yangzhou province.
22 Apr
2019
Meet SAM: Here’s everything you need to know about SM’s first robot
MANILA, Philippines — Imagine having a personal assistant in finding your coolest outfit this summer? Or having someone to help you choose a restaurant for dinner with friends or family? Or having that voice who will point you in the right direction whenever you’re at your favorite SM mall?
22 Apr
2019
Winners in 2019 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards Announced
Organizations in India Win 10 Gold Stevies, 19 Silver, and 14 Bronze Honorees for Innovation in Business to Be Recognized in Singapore on 31 May Winners in the sixth annual
13 Apr
2019
Conrad Manila’s Chinese treasure
Conrad Manila’s Chinese treasureI was one of the fortunate individuals who had the opportunity to check-in at Conrad Manila on its opening day.
12 Apr
2019
SM Supermalls hailed as most trusted shopping mall brand
SM Supermalls has once again been given the ultimate seal of consumer approval at the Reader’s Digest Asia Trusted Brands Awards 2019 held at Marco Polo Hotel.
10 Apr
2019
SM Supermalls Introduces the First In-mall Customer Service Robot
Metro Manila (CNN Philippines) — SM Supermalls raises the bar in customer service with its newest innovation, SAM — the country’s first-ever in-mall smart robot. Launched recently at SM Megamall, media and customers alike were treated to a series of performances, buffet at the Eat Together food market, and a meet and greet with SAM.
10 Apr
2019
SM Supermalls’ AI robot ‘SAM’ elevates the Filipino’s everyday mall experience
For years, SM Supermalls has provided Filipinos with a pleasant and fun malling experience.
09 Apr
2019
SM malls to support BFP fire safety campaign
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. is partnering with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) to support the latter’s fire safety information campaign at its shopping malls.