International Container Terminal Services Inc. has topped the 2025 Global Innovation Index in terms of intangible asset intensity.
“This recognition underscores the growing importance of non-physical assets in creating value, such as a company’s brand, proprietary systems, and expertise,” the company said in a statement on Wednesday.
The indicator measures the proportion of a company’s value that is derived from intangible assets or non-physical resources, rather than traditional assets such as buildings or equipment.
The 2025 Global Innovation Index was released last month.
According to the World Intellectual Property Organization, which compiles the index, ICTSI achieved a score of 85.94 percent, as reported by Brand Finance.
Nearly nine out of every ten pesos of its market capitalization comes from intangible resources, including intellectual property such as proprietary systems and trade secrets, as well as brand reputation, customer relationships, and long-term port concessions.
“ICTSI’s top ranking highlights the global port operator’s ability to build long-term competitiveness by combining physical infrastructure with digital systems, operational expertise, and an international network,” it said.
The company manages 33 terminals in 19 countries.
The recognition comes as the Philippines achieves its highest Global Innovation Index ranking in recent years, placing 50th out of 139 economies, up from 53rd in 2024.
The country now ranks third among lower-middle-income economies and performs strongly in knowledge and technology outputs, climbing to 38th place worldwide.
The Global Innovation Index notes the Philippines’ ability to translate investments into measurable results, citing improvements in areas such as high-tech exports, venture capital activity, and digital adoption. According to the report, the country continues to perform above expectations for its income level, reflecting resilience and steady progress in innovation-led development.
“ICTSI’s ranking in the index underscores the role of leading Philippine companies in sustaining this momentum, showing how intangibles—alongside physical infrastructure—contribute to global competitiveness,” ICTSI said.
