GCash, seafarers partner for financial empowerment
GCash celebrated the Day of the Seafarer with the Associated Marine Officers’ and Seamen’s Union of the Philippines (AMOSUP), as well as graduating cadets of the Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP).
GCash presented its suite of services to AMOSUP and MAAP cadets who are expected to finish schooling by the year-end and go onboard their respective companies.
GCash emphasized that its convenient, secure, and efficient digital financial services can be used anywhere in the world, for our newly minted Pinoy seafarers to thrive in their careers as they care for their families back home.
Among the secure financial solutions GCash offers are its Send Money and Save features, which enable app users to save and grow their money and conveniently transfer funds to their loved ones. The GCash Card also allows account holders to pay at 35.9 million Visa-accepting merchants worldwide in 150 currencies, as well as withdraw cash from any affiliated BancNet ATMs in the Philippines.
GCash also helps seafarers take control of how they can best grow their money through features such as GSave, GInsure, GCrypto, and GStocks. GSave, in particular, allows seafarers to open a savings account with any of GCash’s partner banks–BPI, CIMB, Maybank, and UNO Digital Bank–without having to physically go to a branch of the bank, thus making the process easy, safe, and protected.
BDO, FAST Logistics boost partnership to advance green and inclusive development
In its commitment to promote sustainable economic development through impact financing, BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) is bolstering its partnership with FAST Logistics Group to back more initiatives that yield significant environmental and socio-economic benefits.
“BDO has consistently supported our growth from a transport and warehousing business to a comprehensive distribution network. BDO is one of our largest partner banks, continually aiding our transition towards digitization and a more environmentally friendly operation. Their deep understanding of our business has been crucial to the strength of our partnership,” said William B. Chiongbian II, group president of FAST Logistics Group.
FAST Logistics Group has rolled out its first fleet of electric vehicles in the first quarter of 2024 and shifted its warehouse in Cabuyao, Laguna, and cold storage facility in Cavite to solar power. Currently, five of the group’s facilities are powered entirely by renewable energy, with plans to transition five more facilities in Luzon and Cebu to solar power.
The firm also plans to adopt sustainable fuel sources for its fleet to further minimize its carbon footprint. Through persistent innovation, the company strives to reach more clients, ensuring efficient and reliable goods movement while embracing sustainability in its operations.
Beyond funding major projects, BDO supports FAST Logistics Group’s digitization efforts with products like Cash Management Services. These services enhance cash flow management through Corporate Cash Deposit Machines, check scanning facilities, and online payment solutions.
Smart enables green hopping across UP Los Baños
Tipaklong is a ride-sharing system where the public, using a mobile digital platform, can rent e-bikes and e-scooters for use inside UPLB
Kicking off June as the Philippine Environment Month, Smart Communications Inc. hops on the Tipaklong shared mobility program of the University of the Philippines Los Baños in Laguna. The pioneering initiative among Philippine universities allows students, personnel, and campus visitors to ‘green hop’ inside the university by renting electric bikes (e-bikes) or electric kick scooters (e-scooters).
Tipaklong is a ride-sharing system where the general public, using a mobile digital platform, can rent e-bikes and e-scooters for use inside a specific area. Customers can unlock the vehicles for rent by using the Tipaklong mobile app on their smartphone to scan a QR code. Rides are charged on a per use basis and credits can be paid through Maya. The e-bikes and e-scooters can be picked up and dropped off at any of the 22 stations strategically located across the university. With Smart LTE present in all Tipaklong stations inside UPLB, users are assured of access to the e-bikes and e-scooters on demand.
Smart also deployed two electronic waste (e-waste) collection bins at the Student Union Building under its ‘Be Kind. Recycle.’ e-waste management program.
The Turf Company at 35
The Turf Company recently celebrated its 35th year with a successful golf tournament participated in by over 100 golf enthusiasts and clients from different golf courses in the Philippines. It was held at Pradera Verde Golf & Country Club in Lubao, Pampanga.
Known as the country’s leading provider of reliable end-to-end-solutions for management and maintenance of golf courses, sports-themed estates, resorts and recreation facilities, hospitals and commercial establishments, The Turf Company staged the said event to celebrate this milestone as well as a thanksgiving to their customers for their trust and support for 35 years.
Juanchit Jose, president & COO, The Turf Company said aside from the flagship brands eToro and Club Car, the firm continues to enhance its portfolio of golf maintenance products and allied services with the latest and most innovative technologies and solutions.
The Turf’s latest project is the Hann Reserve golf resort in New Clark City, a 450-hectare project accredited by The PGA of America. Originally, this will have 3 golf courses (Nicklaus, Choi and Faldo), hotels and residential area.
P&G Ph celebrates equality, inclusion
Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines was one of the companies that showed their support for the recent Pride March held at Quezon City Circle.
“At P&G, we value the talent and diversity brought by our LGBTQIA+ employees. We celebrate this and champion creating a workplace where everyone feels values, included, and have equal opportunities to succeed. Participating in the 2024 Pride March is one of the ways we demonstrate this.” said Vince Dizon, P&G Philippines country human resources leader.
For the third consecutive year, P&G Philippines actively participated in the Pride March by serving as a Diamond Sponsor for this year’s event. Around 700 P&G leaders, employees, and their loved ones joined the march, proudly celebrating equality and inclusion. P&G Philippines also activated its beauty brands Olay and Pantene by hosting face painting station by Olay and a mini salon by Pantene. P&G products and merchandise were also given to Pride March participants.
Spotting scoliosis through striped shirt:
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray, Miss Universe 2018, who was diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 12, is one of the supporters of the #StripesFitCheck.
In celebration of Scoliosis Awareness Month in June, the Scoliosis Philippines Support Group, Inc. launched #StripesFitCheck, a campaign that made early detection and awareness of scoliosis an accessible effort.
Scoliosis affects around 3 million Filipinos. This spine-curving condition often appears in late childhood or early adolescence, affecting more girls than boys. Early detection is crucial for managing scoliosis and avoiding serious treatments like bracing or surgery.
The #StripesFitCheck campaign puts a playful spin on social media “fit checks” by turning them into a simple yet effective method to spot scoliosis early. To join the movement, one can simply wear a fitted horizontal striped shirt, stand against a plain wall or grid making sure shoulders, hips, and ribs are leveled. If the stripes in the shirt are uneven, it is advisable to consult a doctor.
