Corporate Bulletins

VITRO, BBIX PH forge powerful new connection Corporate bulletin VITRO Inc., the country’s leading data center provider, has teamed up with BBIX Philippines to create a direct link between BBIX and the VITRO Internet Exchange (VIX), strengthening the local digital ecosystem. This partnership allows faster, more efficient data traffic exchange. Businesses and users connected to either network will enjoy better routing, shorter delays, and easier access to local and global content and services. A 100G connection is already active at VITRO Makati 2, with plans to expand capacity as needed. VIX brings strong local reach, serving over 98 million internet users and hosting major companies and carriers. BBIX adds global expertise and access to worldwide cloud platforms, content providers, and tech services. Together, they combine local strength and global reach to improve internet performance nationwide. Officials from both firms noted the collaboration will deliver smoother online experiences, support the growing digital economy, and help bridge connectivity gaps across the Philippines. Both remain committed to upgrading infrastructure to meet rising demand for data and cloud services.

MPower, the retail electricity arm of Meralco, will provide power supply to Calamba Medical Center (CMC) in Laguna to meet its growing energy needs. Under the agreement, five service accounts will be covered by the Retail Aggregation Program and one under the Competitive Retail Electricity Market, giving the hospital access to competitive rates and greater supply flexibility.

As the Philippines grapples with rising electricity prices, volatile oil costs, and mounting pressure to transition to cleaner energy, industry leaders are positioning the 4th edition of PhilEnergy Expo 2026 as a critical platform for shaping the country’s energy future.

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has welcomed Rolando Toledo to its board of trustees, while commending outgoing trustee Beatriz Torno for her long-standing public service. This move supports the state pension fund’s goal to strengthen governance and improve services for members and retirees.

Security Bank Corp. and MUFG Bank, Ltd. are celebrating a decade of their strategic alliance, first launched in 2016. As the first equity partnership between a Philippine bank and a major Japanese global bank, this collaboration has connected local businesses to international capital, expanded regional reach, and driven sustainable growth.