Transport & Communications
Converge’s Surf2Sawa hits 500K subscribers
Converge ICT’s prepaid broadband brand, Surf2Sawa (S2S), has hit 500,000 active subscribers two years post-launch, highlighting a significant shift in the Philippine internet market toward flexible, budget-conscious connectivity solutions. This reflects changing consumer behavior, as affordability and on-demand access increasingly drive broadband adoption.
DPWH chief targets P5B in corruption-linked assets
Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon has asked the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) to freeze over P474.5 million worth of luxury vehicles allegedly owned by individuals connected to anomalous flood control projects.
CIAC signs MOUs with Singapore leaders in aviation
The Clark International Airport Corp. (CIAC) has partnered with Singapore-based aviation companies to advance the development of the Clark International Aviation Campus, a strategic step in transforming Clark into the Philippines’ premier aviation and logistics hub.
PAL debuts refurbished A321ceo fleet
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is set to deploy its first refurbished Airbus A321ceo this month, marking the start of a fleet-wide cabin retrofit program aimed at improving passenger experience and operational efficiency. The first aircraft, RP-C9905, was retrofitted at Lufthansa Technik Philippines' facility in Manila.
Globe races to restore services after Typhoon Nando
Globe has begun restoration operations in North Luzon following the impact of Super Typhoon Nando, which disrupted telecommunications services across several provinces.
