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Owned by Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX), Starlink is the world’s first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls, and more making it perfect for critical business operations. Leveraging advanced satellites and user hardware coupled with deep experience with both spacecraft and on-orbit operations, it delivers…

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) launches ParcelExcellence™ in partnership with Airspeed, a subsidiary of SM Investments Corp. that provides end-to-end logistics solutions and express courier services. Available in all SMHCC hotel properties as well as SMX Convention Centers, ParcelExcellence™ aims to be a total service and logistics solutions as part of its roster of services. Business or professional travelers…

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) announces the appointment of Michael Jaey C. Albaña as Vice President/General Manager of SMX Convention Center (SMXCC). Mr. Albaña has over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry from reputable hotel brands here and abroad. Prior to joining SMXCC, he was the Commercial Director of SMHCC’s luxury property Conrad Manila. He previously held…

SMX Convention Center Clark was recently accorded its Accreditation from the Department of Tourism (DOT). The DOT Accreditation is a comprehensive program that ensures tourism-based businesses and enterprises in the country are able to meet the minimum standards and procedures stipulated under the R.A. 9593, also known as the Tourism Act of 2009. It acknowledges tourism as an indispensable element…

SMX Convention Center Manila was recently awarded as the Philippines’ Best Convention Center for 2022 at the World MICE Awards. The awards celebrate the excellence of industry leaders in MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions), held annually to cultivate growth, innovation, and best practices globally. SMX Convention Center Manila is the largest, privately owned venue in Manila that can accommodate…

Park Inn by Radisson Davao recently welcomed their new General Manager, Mr. Sven Toune. 

Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod’s Art Cove is delighted to announce the opening of “Day-Off,” a two-man show featuring the unique works of Negrosanon artists Revo Yanson and Ryn Paul Gonzales. As the title connotes, “Day Off” offers art viewers a reminiscent view of the concept of rest or taking breaks. The exhibit represents our intrinsic nature to search for…

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurent Boisdron as VP & General Manager of Lanson Place Mall of Asia. Laurent has over 29 years of experience in the hospitality industry across Europe, the Middle East, United States, and Southeast Asia. Prior to his recent appointment, Laurent spearheaded the pre-opening and opening teams of Sable…

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) continues to strengthen its brand presence across the Philippines with the official opening of SMX Convention Center Clark on 24 May 2022.