2GO, the Philippines' largest end-to-end logistics, transportation, and distribution solutions provider and a part of SM Investments Corporation, strengthens its hold in Central Visayas as the company foresees a new era of economic growth and opportunity in Cebu. 2GO strategically positions itself as a pivotal player in the nation’s supply chain, propelling sustainable growth from this hub.

With Central Visayas as a prime logistical hub for a growing economy, 2GO finds its vibrant business environment an opportunity to enable the growth of the manufacturing, construction, and tourism industries, as well as the 30,000 MSMEs within the region alone. 

Moving people and goods via sea in and out of Cebu 9x weekly with direct service to Cagayan De Oro, Butuan, Ozamis and Metro Manila. 2GO’s logistics solutions showcases its versatility and capability by catering to any multi-modal logistics challenges through comprehensive products and solutions.

Apart from full container load (FCL) freight of dry goods, temp-controlled cargo and liquids, 2GO expanded its Less than Container load operations in Cebu. Earlier in the year, 2GO’s LCL shipside service launched in Cebu, to open more opportunities for shipments closer to departure time. Cold chain services are also offered on LCL, for temperature-controlled cargoes such as meat, poultry, and seafood. 2GO provides opportunities for Central Visayas MSME to scale by transporting time-and temperature-sensitive goods anywhere in the country.

“Cebu needs innovative companies like 2GO, which has continuously reinvented itself to serve and cater to the social and economic needs of our archipelago,” Charles Kenneth Co, president of Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) Inc., says.

“Cebu has been a trading port long before Spain came to its shores. Shipping goods from other countries and localities form the beating heart of Cebu’s economy. 2GO has a long history with Cebu from its original founders trading coconut and copra to its transformation today as an integrated logistics company handling everything you can think of,” Co adds.

As the country’s events and tourism industry is returning to its pre-pandemic activity, Central Visayas is eager to bring back the meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) industries back into their shores. With 2GOs’s forwarding services providing logistics solutions, large-scale events are possible anywhere in the country. 

Among 2GO’s unrivaled supply chain expertise is pharmaceutical logistics—from warehousing, containerized services, cold chain solutions, transport and value-added services.

2GO Tri Team competing for Bohol 5150 Ironman 2023

2GO’s expanded capabilities offers borderless solutions in moving cargoes that need special handling and custom processing, serving the mining, telecommunications, power and renewable energy, infrastructure and other industrials.

2GO in Central Visayas

2GO end-to-end solutions covers transportation through the operations of 2,100 courier fleets servicing inter-VISMIN transfers. Cebu can also accept and process cross-border or domestic shipments efficiently delivering within the area and nearby provinces. 

2GO’s retail network has vast coverage and is easily within reach. With close to 400 outlets within Central Visayas alone, local business owners in Cebu and in Central Visayas can effortlessly transact with 2GO in its retail stores, through agent partners, select network partners including SM Business Centers. 

2GO Group Inc. led by Faye Alonzo Babar, 2GO Business Unit Head for Express and Forwarding, met with Cebu’s business and tourism leaders on July 6, 2023, and with the chief executives of Cebu and Mandaue cities and Cebu Province to update them on the company’s products and services.

“Cebu is vital to our operations as it is the center of our logistics and distribution businesses in both the Visayas and Mindanao back to Metro Manila. It is important that we establish our footprint in Central Visayas, and in Cebu, as opportunities are consistently convened and transacted in Cebu,” says Faye Alonzo Babar, 2GO Business Unit Head for Express and Forwarding.

2GO serves businesses regardless of scale—from large industries to MSMEs. It offers sea solutions, cold chain solutions, express delivery services, forwarding, logistics such as warehouse and transport services, and distribution.

For more information about 2GO, please visit www.2go.com.ph.

About 2GO Group Inc.:

2GO GROUP, INC. enables the movement of goods and people throughout the Philippines. It is the largest end-to-end transportation, logistics, and distribution provider in the country. At its core are six business units, namely 2GO Sea Solutions, 2GO Special Containers and Value-Added Services (SCVASI), 2GO Express, 2GO Forwarding, 2GO Logistics and ScanAsia.

Victory is surely yours for the taking, as Greenwich—the number one pizza chain in the country—partners with the number one esports team in the Philippines, the Blacklist International Mobile Legends (#BlacklistMLBB), launches the Blacklist Overload Bundle for only Php 595.

Starting July 3, enjoy an indulgent meal with the barkada with Blacklist Overload Bundle, which includes a 9” Roast Beef and Cream Cheese Overload Pizza and two Lasagna Supreme Chicken Combo. But making the bundle more exciting is that it comes with a free, exclusive, limited-edition Blacklist photocard for every purchase. There are six photocards to collect and choose from.

And just when you thought this news couldn’t get any more awesome, Greenwich has another surprise packed in this bundle! There will be a meet-and-greet with the players happening on July 12 at the Greenwich Visayas Avenue branch, which will be exclusive to the first 80 customers aka “agents” who will purchase the bundle. So get ready to meet some of the best players in the country’s Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) pro scene, including OhMyV33nus, Wise, Edward, Yue, Renejay, and Owl.

“The #BlacklistMLBB embodies the Greenwich type of barkadahan—fun, solid, and awesome! And with this bundle, we are staying true with our mission to celebrate friendships of all kinds over our great-tasting pizzas and pastas,” said Ali De Torres, Greenwich’s Head of Marketing.

“To be part of the Greenwich family is a winning treat to us, the #BlacklistMLBB family, and to our fans as well. We are celebrating a milestone with the Blacklist Overload Bundle—being one of the first esports organizations here to have an “influencer meal” that represents our friendships and our wins.” said Blacklist International CEO and Co-Owner Tryke Gutierrez

Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience and deal that is available for dine-in and take-out, from July 3 to August 13 only. Gather your barkada and teammates and head over to your favorite Greenwich store nationwide.

Check out Greenwich’s Facebook page (Greenwich Barkada) and Instagram account (Greenwich Pizza) to know the latest announcements about the offer and meet-and-greet opportunity or send them a message on Messenger.

About Greenwich 

Greenwich’s story began in 1971 as a small, family-owned store selling a selection of pizzas at the then Greenhills Commercial Center. As the brand’s pizzas grew in popularity, Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) took notice. In 1994, JFC acquired majority shares in Greenwich, infusing what was a family business with industry-leading competitiveness. New pizza variants and a variety of products were introduced through the years, creating a reputation for Greenwich as a maker of mouthwatering pizzas and pastas for the Filipino “barkada.” Today, Greenwich is the country’s biggest pizza and pasta chain with over 270 stores and counting, and home of the best-selling Hawaiian Overload, All-in Overload, and Lasagna Supreme. 

The Cebu office of Foundever (formerly Sitel Group and SYKES) was honored last May 26 with the Top 10 Biggest Cebu IT BPM Companies Award at the Cebu IT/BPM Awards and Recognition Gala Night hosted by the Cebu IT BPM Organization. The award is given to companies that have made a significant economic contribution to Cebu City and the region, particularly in terms of generated employment opportunities.

Foundever, one of the largest global providers of customer experience (CX) products and solutions, has recently opened its third hub in Cebu to provide a workplace for its in-center and remote associates. This site, along with the company’s two other offices in the region, is set to fill over 2,400 positions in the first half of 2023.

Present during the event to receive the award were Foundever’s Senior Director Kris Villaba, HR Director Henry Valencia, Talent Acquisition Director Mae Blanco, Senior Director for Workforce Management Kevin Luke Cayanong, and Workplace Experience Manager Paolo Villaba.

About Foundever

Foundever is a global leader in the customer experience (CX) industry. With 170,000 associates across the globe, we’re the team behind the best experiences for +750 of the world’s leading and digital-first brands. Our innovative CX solutions, technology and expertise are designed to support operational needs for our clients and deliver a seamless experience to customers in the moments that matter.

Supporting +9 million customer conversations every day in +60 languages across 45 countries, Foundever combines global strength and scale with the agile, entrepreneurial approach of our founder-led culture, enabling companies of all sizes and industries to transform their CX.

Get to know us at www.foundever.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Xiaomi fans can get special raffle prizes when they visit one of the newest service centers

More Exclusive Xiaomi Service Centers (ESC) are coming your way on June 26 in Dagupan, June 27 in Pampanga, and July 4 in Quezon City and Lipa City.

Here are the opening schedules for Xiaomi’s newest Exclusive Service Centers.

Dagupan

Address: Galaxy Prime Plaza, 228 Dagupan - Binmaley Rd, Dagupan, Pangasinan

Soft Opening: June 26, 2023 (1 PM)

Opening Date: July 10, 2023

Pampanga

Address: GOP building 2MVG+74R, MacArthur Hwy, San Fernando, Pampanga

Soft Opening: June 27, 2023 (1 PM)

Opening Date: July 11, 2023

Quezon City

Address: Unit 209 Second Floor, Intrepid Plaza Bldg., No. 188 E. Rodriguez Avenue, Quezon City.

Soft Opening: July 4, 2023 (1 PM)

Opening Date: July 10, 2023

Batangas

Address: Seasons Lipa, Bray. Tambo, Lipa City, Batangas

Soft Opening: July 4, 2023 (1 PM)

Opening Date: July 10, 2023

Last year, Xiaomi announced that it will be ramping up its after-sales service in the Philippines. Currently, there are three Exclusive After Sales Service Centers located in Market-Market, SM Manila, and in Ayala Center, Cebu

Aside from the enhanced customer service centers, Xiaomi fans may enjoy amazing raffle prizes.

Stay tuned for further announcements on Xiaomi’s official social media pages: TikTok shop @XiaomiPhilippines, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

About Xiaomi Corporation

Xiaomi Corporation was founded in April 2010 and listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on July 9, 2018 (1810.HK). Xiaomi is a consumer electronics and smart manufacturing company with smartphones and smart hardware connected by an IoT platform at its core.

Embracing our vision of “Make friends with users and be the coolest company in the users’ hearts”, Xiaomi continuously pursues innovations, high-quality user experience and operational efficiency. The company relentlessly builds amazing products with honest prices to let everyone in the world enjoy a better life through innovative technology.

Xiaomi is one of the world’s leading smartphone companies. According to Canalys, the company’s market share in terms of smartphone shipments ranked No. 3 globally in the first quarter of 2023. In March 2023, MAU of MIUI reached approximately 595 million globally. The company has also established the world’s leading consumer AIoT (AI+IoT) platform, with 618 million smart devices connected to its platform as of March 31, 2023, excluding smartphones, tablets, and laptops. Xiaomi products are present in more than 100 countries and regions around the world. In August 2022, the company made the Fortune Global 500 list for the fourth time, ranking #266, up 72 places compared to 2021.

Xiaomi is a constituent of the Hang Seng Index, Hang Seng China Enterprises Index, Hang Seng TECH Index, and Hang Seng China 50 Index.

For more information about Xiaomi as a company, please visit https://www.mi.com/global/discover/newsroom

CEBU CITY — MOVE IT, a homegrown Filipino motorcycle taxi service is upping the game in Cebu’s transportation sector with the unveiling of its newly improved app and its dedication to the professionalization of the local habal-habal sector.

By offering a safe, reliable, and cost-effective commuting alternative, MOVE IT seamlessly dovetails with the government’s ongoing efforts to formalize and professionalize Cebu’s local habal-habal rider communities.

In line with its vision, MOVE IT warmly welcomes existing habal-habal riders to join its ranks - a move that signifies a meaningful stride towards securing a safer and more reliable motorcycle taxi sector for Cebu.

“The prevalence of the habal-habal industry in Cebu is indicative of the need for alternative transportation options. This reality strengthens our commitment to expanding our footprint in the Queen City of the South, improving the commuting experience of Cebuanos, and empowering the local community with viable and sustainable livelihood opportunities. ," shares Wayne Jacinto, MOVE IT's General Manager. 

SOLID PARTNERSHIP. The local government of Cebu and homegrown motorcycle taxi provider MOVE IT join hands to professionalize the habal-habal sector through the official launch of the upgraded MOVE IT app in the province.

(L-R) Cebu City Councilor Joel Garganera, Cebu 3rd District Representative Pablo John “PJ” Garcia, MOVE IT General Manager Wayne Jacinto, MOVE IT Head of Expansions Josh Ong

Professionalizing the Habal-Habal System

At the most recent Senate hearing on the legalization of motorcycle taxis, lawmakers urged all regulatory agencies and motorcycle taxi players to take part in solving the pain points in the country's habal-habal system, particularly concerns on safety and security.

MOVE IT is confident that its safety and security framework strategically complements the local government’s marching order to regulate and professionalize the decades-old habal-habal system. In line with this, the company encourages local habal-habal drivers and other aspiring rider-partners to join its robust onboarding program for its Cebu fleet.

Committed to driving financial stability for its rider-partners, MOVE IT ensures viable earning opportunities through low commission rates competitive incentive schemes, comprehensive insurance packages, and exclusive deals on rider essentials.

Elevating Motorcycle Taxi Experience

Enhancing the commuting experience for all Cebuanos is MOVE IT’s upgraded mobile app, backed by Grab’s cutting-edge technology. MOVE IT’s newly upgraded app - with a 99.95 percent uptime guarantee, enhances reliability while bolstering on safety commitment and convenience with features such as:

• The in-app internet calling, which allows passengers and riders to communicate via the app, eliminating the need for third-party chat platforms. This safekeeps the privacy of both parties.
• The 24/7 Safety Center, which is intended for round-the-clock emergency assistance.Through this feature, app users can easily reach out to emergency contacts or law enforcement. 
• Th Share-My-Ride, which enables users to effortlessly share ride details with loved ones for added peace of mind.

MOVE IT is also revolutionizing the online mapping system of two-wheel ride-hailing with the integration of GrabMaps and Navigation on its platform. GrabMaps and Navigation is an enterprise service offered by Grab that provides accurate and efficient mapping by leveraging its hyperlocal data. 

This sophisticated online mapping technology equips rider-partners with efficient routing for optimized travel time and mileage. This also enables rider-partners to adapt to road changes and updates in real-time. 

Furthering the seamlessness of the user experience on its platform, MOVE IT adds cashless payment options through both debit and credit cards. The company is also preparing to add more modes of payment as it works closely with leading mobile wallets. 

Passengers can conveniently download the new MOVE IT app from the Google Play Store and App Store. To celebrate the launch of the upgraded app in Cebu, MOVE IT is running an exclusive promotion for Cebu passengers, offering two free rides until June 30. Passengers can avail of this exciting offer by simply entering the promo code MOVEITSASUGBO when booking their rides. Don't miss out on this limited-time opportunity to experience the convenience and benefits of MOVE IT's upgraded app.

ABOUT MOVE IT

MOVE IT, a homegrown transportation solutions provider is a ride-hailing platform that provides safe, honest, and affordable motorcycle taxi services. MOVE IT is one of three platforms allowed in the pilot study of the motorcycle taxi industry in the Philippines. It is committed to upholding the livelihood and welfare of its rider-partners through competitive income opportunities, bonus schemes, and insurance packages. MOVE IT proudly maintains low commission rates that allow rider-partners to take home high net earnings for their families.