Toyota PH turns over Land Cruiser Prado to Carlos Yulo
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has turned over a brand-new Land Cruiser Prado to Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo, who won two gold medals in the 2024 Olympics held in Paris, France.
TMP president Masando Hashimoto (left) and TMP vice chairman Dr. David Go (right) turn over the symbolic key to Yulo
The luxury SUV was ceremonially awarded to Yulo in an event at the TMP manufacturing plant in Sta. Rosa, Laguna on September 16, witnessed by hundreds of the company’s team members.
TMP also toured Yulo around the manufacturing plant and gave him a glimpse of how the Philippine-made Toyota models Vios, Innova, and the soon to be launched Tamaraw are assembled locally by Filipino workers.
GAC Motor fast tracks expansion
Astara-led GAC Motor Philippines continues to drive its aggressive expansion across the country with two key milestones this September.
The inauguration program of GAC Motor Kawit was graced by (from left) Tito Solomon, president, 1Dynamix Automotive Inc.; Kenneth You, Board of Directors, 1Dynamix Automotive Inc.; Franz Decloedt, brand head, GAC Motor Philippines; Calvin Cheng, country manager, GAC Motor International
Last September 12, GAC Motor officially opened two new dealerships: GAC Motor Kawit, operated by 1Dynamix Automotive, Inc., and GAC Motor Mindanao Avenue, in partnership with Autokid Motors.
Situated on Centennial road in Barangay Batong Dalig, Cavite, GAC Motor Kawit is the first dealership under 1Dynamix Automotive, Inc. The well-equipped facility features a showroom capable of displaying up to four vehicles, and a service center that accommodates up to eight vehicles at a time.
GAC MOTOR Mindanao Avenue
Located at Mindanao Avenue corner Bougainvilla Street in Quezon City, GAC MOTOR Mindanao Avenue is the third dealership to be opened by Autokid Motors. This facility offers a spacious showroom that can display up to six vehicles and a service center with eight service bays.
The two newly-inaugurated dealerships are fully equipped 3S facilities (Sales, Spare parts, and Service), designed in accordance with GAC’s international standards. The service centers are outfitted with advanced diagnostic equipment and specialized tools for GAC vehicles, ensuring that customers receive top-notch after-sales care.
Monde Nissin donates scholarship, research grant to UPLB
Monde Nissin Corp. has partnered with the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) to offer a scholarship and research grant program aimed at developing future leaders in sustainability and food security.
The partnership was sealed through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing at UPLB’s BM Gonzalez Hall, with key officials from both parties present. Monde Nissin was represented by corporate and government affairs head Atty. Olive Misa, public affairs head Marc Joseph Alejo, and regulatory affairs head Charina May Tandas. UPLB’s delegation included Chancellor Dr. Jose V. Camacho, Jr., Dr. Jennifer Amparo, dean of the College of Human Ecology, and Dr. Elpidio Agbisit, Jr., dean of the College of Agriculture and Food Science.
The Monde Nissin Sustainability and Food Security Scholarship will support six undergraduate students, three master’s students, and three PhD students per year from August 2024 to August 2027. The scholars will come from the College of Human Ecology and the College of Agriculture and Food Science, fields that are at the forefront of research on sustainability, food systems, and nutrition.
The program is part of Monde Nissin’s broader commitment to addressing critical food security challenges.
The scholarship will provide students with a comprehensive package, including monthly living allowances and book stipends for undergraduates, and research grants, thesis support, and publication incentives for graduate students. Research funding will also be made available for projects related to food safety, sustainable food systems, and community nutrition, areas identified as key priorities. (Monde Nissin Corporation)
Risk assessment tools at RCBC
The Rizal Commercial Banking Corp (RCBC) has created risk assessment tools that meticulously track the vulnerabilities of its employees, its assets as well as clients from escalating threats posed by climate-related disasters.
The risk assessment tools mitigate the impacts of climate change by monitoring key locations and assets in high-risk areas.
During a climate change forum organized by the Yuchengco Group of Companies, RCBC chief risk officer Gabby Tomas said the bank utilizes advanced risk assessment tools to create risk dashboards that meticulously track the vulnerabilities of over 5,700 employees and 441 premises and offices across the country.
This initiative allows the bank to preemptively position its disaster recovery and emergency response teams in areas most susceptible to risks such as flooding, earthquakes, and volcanic activity.
Tomas then highlighted the importance of data-driven decision-making in the bank’s climate risk management strategy.
“We use data extensively to guide our mitigation and adaptation measures. By leveraging tools like Project NOAH [Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards], we have been able to map out risks and take decisive actions to protect our people, our premises, and our clients,” Tomas added.
NOAH is the country’s primary disaster risk reduction and management program managed by the University of the Philippines (UP). It was created by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in 2012 before turning over to UP in 2017.
LANDBANK, SariSuki empower farmers
This strategic alliance aims to support over 300 small farmers and agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) by providing accessible financing, hands-on guidance, and a reliable market for their produce, aiming to enhance livelihoods and contribute to long-term food security.
Land Bank of the Philippines (Lanban) partnered with SariSuki to revolutionize the agricultural supply chain through the bank’s AGRISENSO Lending Program.
Under the partnership, SariSuki will serve as the primary buyer of farmers’ produce, integral to its mission of building a vertically integrated agriculture superhighway.
Landbank will be extending to eligible partners endorsed by SariSuki the AGRISENSO Lending Program that provides affordable financing to small farmers, ARBs and the whole agriculture value chain, aimed at bolstering nationwide food security and sufficiency.
A key element of this partnership is SariSuki’s commitment to directly pay the principal of farmers’ loans to Landbank, allowing farmers to immediately profit from their earnings, providing financial relief, and encouraging reinvestment in their farms.
The collaboration seeks to lower the cost of fresh produce by integrating SariSuki’s supply chain with an omni-channel demand network and sourcing directly from local farmers.
Bosch to showcase cutting-edge solutions
Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, is showcasing its cutting-edge solutions at the Bosch Global City on September 28 to 29, 2024 at Bonifacio High Street Amphitheater.
Guests will enjoy vouchers and discounts on the day up to 20 percent off on selected items.
In the Home Zone, attendees will witness a live cooking demonstration while the Bosch Car Service area will feature a range of Bosch Mobility Aftermarket products and services.
PRO Zone will display the power and precision of Bosch’s latest power tools, including new cordless advancements.
Shop and dine with UnionBank Visa
UnionBank is giving away up to P1 million in the UnionBank Visa Cashback Raffle!
Customers who shop and dine either here or abroad using a UnionBank-issued or UnionBank-acquired Visa Credit Card will get a chance to win P1,000; P100,000 or P1 million in cashbackcredits to their account. Every P1,000 accumulated spend at participating merchants entitles customers to one raffle entry in the UnionBank Visa Cashback Raffle.
Over 7,000 people could win cashback credits, with one lucky UnionBank Visa Credit Cardholder winning the million-peso grand prize. The promo ends on September 30, and the grand draw is set to be held on October 14.
Aboitiz Football Cup kicks off in Cebu
The 24th Aboitiz Football Cup (AFC) launched with high-energy matches on September 14, at the Dynamic Herb-Borromeo Sports Complex in Talisay, Cebu.
A total of 26 teams faced off, showcasing impressive skills and fierce competition. This season, 110 teams will participate in the Aboitiz longest-running grassroots football tournament, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and competitive excellence.
This year, the tournament introduced a new dimension by embracing sustainability with the Wasteless Campaign. In collaboration with Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc., the campaign promotes the “Tapon to Ipon: Basta Klaro, Panalo!” initiative, encouraging athletes, coaches, and fans to recycle clear PET plastic bottles at designated drop-off points. This aligns with the Aboitiz Group’s commitment to environmental stewardship, aiming to inspire a new generation of athletes who are not only champions on the field but also advocates for a sustainable future.
The competition, held in various venues across Cebu, will run for several months, featuring athletes from as young as six years old to those in the 40-and-above category.
Season 24 marks a major milestone with the Aboitiz Football Cup expanding nationwide. The tournament will feature regional legs in Luzon and Mindanao, including festivals in Tarlac, Batangas, and Davao. The season will culminate in February 2025
