Grab Launches GrabCar in CDO, Strengthens Economic Empowerment Commitment in the City

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The leading superapp officially launches its flagship mobility service in Cagayan De Oro, expanding its portfolio of services in the city which is currently composed of GrabFood and GrabTaxi

Grab officially launched GrabCar in Cagayan De Oro City as part of its commitment to the economic empowerment in the region. Photo above shows Grab Philippines Head of Mobility EJ Dela Vega [Center-Left] with CDO Councilors George Goking, Romeo Calizo and Malvern Esparcia; and officials from LTFRB Region 10

CAGAYAN DE ORO, 18 January 2024 - Grab Philippines, a dedicated partner in the nation-building efforts of the government, is strengthening its commitment to economic empowerment in Cagayan De Oro. With the official launch of its flagship mobility service GrabCar, Grab is not only providing Kagay-anons with a viable transportation option but is also creating a new avenue for generating livelihoods and stimulating economic activity in the City of Golden Friendship.

GrabCar is a beloved and trusted mobility service for Filipino commuters. Built on a foundation of safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, GrabCar stands as an effective mobility alternative for the Filipino commuting public. GrabCar currently services the area from Laguindingan Airport up to the end of Lapasan and Upper Balulang.

Cagayan De Oro is the second city in Mindanao to welcome the GrabCar service,  furthering the leading superapp’s mission to create sustainable opportunities and foster economic growth across the region.

Grab Philippines Head of Mobility Marketplace EJ Dela Vega shares, “Our superapp model allows us to know and deeply understand Kagay-anons best - from the way they commute through GrabTaxi, to the way they enjoy their everyday meals through GrabFood. Grab continues to be attentive to the needs of the market and we believe that now is the right time to offer Kagay-anons a mobility solution that not only meets their everyday needs but also positively contributes to the long-term success of CDO.”

Cagayan De Oro Mayor Rolando "Klarex" Uy also underscored the strong partnership of the city with the leading superapp. “Cagayan De Oro actively forges partnerships with industry leaders like Grab as we make strides toward our vision of solid economic performance and a thriving citizenry. The launch of Grab in our city has given Kagay-anon entrepreneurs, drivers and riders access to a robust marketplace that fosters high-success potential – something only a superapp ecosystem can offer. We are glad to welcome GrabCar and are excited to see the new opportunities it is bringing for our kabayayans,” Mayor Uy shares.

The Grab Superapp Journey in CDO: A Long-Standing Commitment to Economic Empowerment

In an effort to digitalize the taxi ecosystem in Cagayan De Oro, Grab launched GrabTaxi in 2015. Since then, Grab has been forging close partnerships with key taxi operators in the city. This collaboration has resulted in the onboarding of hundreds of GrabTaxi driver-partners, enabling them to substantially boost their earnings potential through increased bookings facilitated on the platform.

As Southeast Asia’s leading superapp, Grab has also expanded its presence in CDO outside of mobility with the launch of GrabFood in May 2020. This addition has proven to be instrumental in fostering a thriving ecosystem for local entrepreneurial ventures, regardless of their size. By democratizing access to user-friendly growth tools, cutting-edge technology, and capacity-building programs, Grab has empowered MSMEs to achieve sustainable growth on the platform. One outstanding example of a homegrown CDO merchant-partner that has experienced equitable success on Grab is Frkn Burger. Since its launch on Grab, Frkn Burger has achieved a remarkable ten-fold increase in its average weekly delivery orders and has also opened its second branch. This earned them a well-deserved spot among the prestigious Golden Grab Awardees for 2023.

An Expansive Horizon of Partnership

As a devoted partner for economic empowerment of the Cagayan De Oro local government, Grab Philippines will continue to leverage its technology, extensive network of highly engaged users, and community-focused approach to unlock new possibilities for growth and prosperity. Dela Vega notes, “The horizon of collaboration between Grab and the local government of Cagayan De Oro continues to be expansive. Together, we're orchestrating a future of sustainable opportunities that create pathways for local everyday entrepreneurs to realize their aspirations. This is a testament to the transformative power of partnership, innovative technology, and the boundless potential of the Filipino spirit.”

 

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About Grab

Grab is a leading superapp in Southeast Asia, operating across the deliveries, mobility and digital financial services sectors. Serving over 500 cities in eight Southeast Asian countries - Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam - Grab enables millions of people everyday to order food or groceries, send packages, hail a ride or taxi, pay for online purchases or access services such as lending and insurance, all through a single app. Grab was founded in 2012 with the mission to drive Southeast Asia forward by creating economic empowerment for everyone, and strives to serve a triple bottom line: to simultaneously deliver financial sustainability and have a positive social and environmental impact in Southeast Asia

Filipinos increase adoption of online-to-offline dining solutions: Grab 2023 Report

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• The Grab Food & Grocery Trends 2023 report sheds light on the evolving consumer behavior on delivery apps in the post-pandemic era

• Among the highlights of the report is the growing dependence of Filipinos on delivery apps to discover restaurants and stores.

Grab recently published the Southeast Asia (SEA) Food and Grocery Trends 2023 report, identifying trends and shifts in how consumers are ordering food and groceries online in the post-pandemic era. The report found that while Filipino consumers are ordering more than before, they are increasingly relying on the GrabFood platform for more than just deliveries.

Combining survey insights from Southeast Asian food and grocery delivery users as well as data insights from Grab’s platform, the report found that consumer food journeys are shifting to a blend of online and offline experiences. Amid the resurgence of dine-in culture, 9 out of 10 consumers surveyed said they prefer food and grocery brands with an integrated online-to-offline (O2O) experience. This was demonstrated by solutions like Self Pick-Up and Dine-In, whose contribution to Grab Philippines’ Total Order Volume increased by 3.6x from 2021 to 2023. Furthermore, 94% of Grab users say they read reviews on the app; 60% pre-purchased vouchers online; and more than half placed their orders digitally at tables in restaurants.

“The everyday food journey of Filipino eaters has significantly evolved in the post-pandemic environment. GrabFood now takes on a new role, catering to the demand for a convenient experience that transcends on-demand deliveries. We remain dedicated to innovating solutions that enable our merchant-partners to seamlessly interact with our highly active userbase, enabling them to efficiently adapt to ever-changing consumer behavior,” said Grab Philippines Director for Deliveries Greg Camacho.

Another captivating finding from the report is that a staggering 89% of Filipino Grab users use the app to discover new restaurants and stores they have never tried before. Food delivery apps are now the second most popular way Filipinos are discovering new F&B outlets – ahead of social networks like Instagram, friends and family, and even food blogs.

The report also highlighted the following consumer trends and recommendations for food and mart merchants:

• Filipinos Go Big for Christmas: Filipinos do love the holidays, especially Christmas. The trends report shows that GrabFood orders increase gradually starting as early as two weeks before the beloved celebration. Topping the list of top items ordered are catering sets, whole cakes, bakery and pastries, and frozen yogurt.

• Subscriptions drive more and larger orders: GrabUnlimited subscribers spend 3.1x more per month and order 2.4x more frequently per month compared to non-subscribers.

• Don’t overlook the Merienda opportunity: While lunch may be the most popular time for orders, Merienda orders between 3 to 6pm have the highest basket value, as people tend to order snacks in groups. In fact, 87% of Filipinos said they are likely to snack during this time.

• Growing eco-consciousness: 44% of consumers in the Philippines say they are willing to pay more for sustainable brands, and 96% are more likely to support brands with sustainable practices. As consumers make more eco-conscious choices, brands can get a headstart by reducing packaging, whether by removing extra layers, or opting for natural materials such as banana leaves.

• Savory Food Top List of Most Popular Orders: In 2023, Filipinos enjoyed an array of tantalizing flavors, with burgers, chicken sandwiches, fried chicken, and pasta reigning as the top orders on GrabFood. Nevertheless, sweets continue to attract interest among foodies, with cakes, milk tea, and coffee securing their spots in the top 5 most-searched items.

• Group Orders on the rise with more workers back in the office: Group Orders on Grab were 1.6x higher in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. Most popular at lunchtime and for deliveries to workplaces, merchants can tap into this office lunch crowd by offering bundled deals during this peak time.

Grab continues to find ways to improve merchant discovery on the app and deliver more value to GrabFood and GrabMart users. This includes a revamped Group Order experience with new functionality such as bill-splitting and Dine-In Deals that allow consumers to discover new restaurants and pre-purchase attractive in-store deals.

Camacho adds that the latest trends report is one of the many efforts of Grab to share actionable insights with its merchant-partners in a bid to help them better understand their customers and make data-backed decisions for operations efficiency and consumer satisfaction.

ICYMI: Grab reintroduces GrabPet, delights Filipino pet parents

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Grab Philippines officially reintroduces its pet-friendly mobility service GrabPet, giving pet parents better access to safe, reliable and convenient transportation as they move about with their beloved furry, feathered, or even scaly companions.

GrabPet, as a specialized on-demand service, is designed to help passengers ferry their pets to various destinations, including veterinary clinics, groomers, pet-friendly cafes, and more with just a tap of a button. Initially available in select areas of Metro Manila, GrabPet-ready driver-partners are all set to onboard dogs, cats, turtles, hamsters, rabbits, and fish on rides.

To ensure top-notch transportation for GrabPet passengers, animal-loving driver-partners with spacious six-seater vehicles were purposefully tapped for the GrabPet fleet, even undergoing comprehensive training in handling pet-related bookings. All GrabPet rides also come with added insurance to ensure the well-being of the pets on board.

“As a pet parent myself, I understand how challenging it can be for Filipinos to bring their animal companions to essential services and even leisure trips given the limited transportation options available. As an expression of our dedication to addressing the varying transportation needs of commuters, we have launched GrabPet. It is our firm belief that safe, reliable, and convenient mobility services should be accessible to everyone – even families with winged or four-legged friends,” shares Grab Philippines Chief Operating Officer Ronald Roda.

Working Together for Above-Par, Pet-Friendly Rides

In a bid to safeguard both the safety and convenience of passengers as well as to preserve the pristine condition of the driver-partners' vehicles, Grab Philippines has enforced a set of requirements for individuals utilizing the GrabPet service.

●       Pets should be accompanied by human passengers.

●       Pet owners should also refrain from booking rides for pets with parasites and/or fleas

●       Pet owners can bring a maximum of two small and medium-sized pets or one large pet per ride, subject to the discretion of the GrabPet Driver-Partner.

●       A maximum of four passengers can accompany the pet(s) during the ride.

●       Pets are also required to be in diapers and inside carriers.

Roda adds, “We are committed to ensuring that owners and their pets are safely and conveniently transported to their intended destination while also preserving the integrity of the vehicle of our driver-partners. A driver-partner’s vehicle is their means of livelihood, hence by collaborating with us in maintaining high hygiene and safety standards during the GrabPet ride, pet parents help in making sure that our driver-partners can go about their day worry- and hassle-free.”

For more information and updates on GrabPet, visit this link.

 

Pinoys love their Nanays: GrabAds insights show how busy Filipinos get around Mother’s Day

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The GrabAds SEA Mother’s Day Insights Report 2023 showcases how the leading superapp helps its users create special moments with their moms during the beloved holiday

Having close family ties is one of the hallmarks of Filipino culture. Hence, it comes as no surprise that holidays celebrating the family unit are much beloved in the Philippines. Among the most anticipated is Mother’s Day – and insights from GrabAds, the advertising arm of the leading superapp, show that Pinoys do get busy creating special moments for their nanays every second Sunday of May.

The GrabAds SEA Mother’s Day Insights Report 2023 gives brands and consumers a clear picture of how Grab – with its portfolio of convenient, reliable services like GrabFood, GrabMart and GrabExpress – enables and empowers users to create extra-special Mother’s Day celebrations for their moms.

Here are some interesting insights from the report!

1. Filipinos plan for Mother’s Day

Filipinos take Mother’s Day celebrations seriously. In fact, 88 percent of Grab users in the Philippines have already come up with plans specific to Mother’s Day 2023^[1]. The respondents look forward most to gathering their families, ordering food online, and going out for a meal together with their loved ones and, of course, their inays.

2. Filipinos order food and ship out items a lot more on Mother’s Day

GrabAds insights also show that Filipinos are happy to create special dining experiences at home as they tend to order more on the second Sunday of May. In 2022, GrabFood orders rose by 25 percent on Mother’s Day versus the average number of food orders across all Sundays of April^[2]. The most expensive GrabFood order on Mother’s Day last year was a Php 7,000 steak set^[3] –  a much-deserved treat for the family!

Padala items also tend to be on the road more during Mother’s Day. For instance, last 08 May 2022, there were 37 percent more GrabExpress Deliveries versus the average Express Orders on the Sundays of the month prior^[4]. Indeed, no distance is wide enough to stop the simple thank yous and love yous Filipinos wish to express to their moms.

3. Filipinos enjoy ordering on-demand gifts on Mother’s Day

Gifts overflow during Mother’s Day, too! 8 out of 10 Grab users in the Philippines plan on buying their moms a gift, and 82 percent of these are keen on buying a gift from Grab^[5]. Among the most popular choices on GrabFood and GrabMart during Mother’s Day last year were cakes and pastries, flower bouquets, and home and kitchen appliances. Chocolate, ube, and fresh fruit reigned supreme as the top preferred cake flavors^[6].

Truly, with reliable and convenient on-demand delivery services like GrabFood and GrabMart, gifts no longer come with the usual long queues, heavy traffic, and aisle-to-aisle exploration in-store. 

“Mother’s Day remains to be one of the most important gifting occasions in Southeast Asia. Our GrabAds report shows a surge in user activity one week before the day itself, across the region, as people start looking for ways to make this day extra special for their loved ones," said Jennie Johnson, Head of Regional Marketing, GrabAds. “This Mother’s Day, merchants and brands across the region have the opportunity to connect with consumers looking for the perfect gift for their mom via superapps like Grab”

Creating a special Mother’s Day celebration should be easy and hassle-free –  and Grab makes sure of this. With the wide merchant selection and reliable on-demand delivery services of both GrabFood and GrabMart, you can easily pick and order mom’s faves for an intimate family dinner; or even include special add-ons just to express how much you treasure her. Tip: Check out the promo code MAMAMART on GrabMart and ILYMOM on GrabFood on May 14, 2023!

 

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ABOUT GRABADS

Established in 2018, GrabAds has evolved to become an integrated advertising solutions provider which provides advertisers with multiple channels, such as in-app advertising, branding and product sampling via the Grab ecosystem, for building awareness, engaging audiences and triggering action across the Grab platform. Through its advertising and technology capabilities, GrabAds aims to help people discover, engage, and connect with the best businesses in Southeast Asia. For more information, visit GrabAds For Business

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^[1] In-app survey data from 1,798 active Grab users in the Philippines in 2023.

^[2] Grab Internal Data; comparing Mother’s Day GrabFood orders to the average food orders of four Sundays in April 2022.

^[3] Grab Food & Grocery Trends Report 2022

^[4] Grab Internal Data; comparing Mother’s Day GrabExpress orders to the average Express orders and order value of four Sundays in April

^[5] In-app survey data from 1,798 active Grab users in the Philippines in 2023

^[6] Grab Food & Grocery Trends Report 2022

GrabFood teams up with Riot Games for VALORANT Champions Tour Pacific League 2023

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● GrabFood is the official Online Food Delivery Partner for the Philippines of the VALORANT Champions Tour Pacific League 2023

● GrabUnlimited subscribers in the Philippines get exclusive access to the Unli-Buhat Challenge where they can win a trip to the finals week of the esports event in May

GrabFood partners with Riot Games for VALORANT Champions Tour Pacific League 2023, making it the official Online Food Delivery Partner of the esports event in the Philippines.

The highlight of the partnership is the GrabUnlimited (GU) Unli-Buhat Challenge, where four lucky players and their chosen companions get the experience of a lifetime: a trip to Seoul, South Korea to witness the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) Pacific League 2023 during the finals week happening in May.

Grand winners of the challenge are going to receive round-trip tickets for two, accommodation allowance, and exclusive backstage and event passes. To get started, participants can visit the “Challenges” icon on the Grab app and select “Unli-Buhat to VCT Seoul.” Once the details have been reviewed, they can click the “Accept Challenge” button and start ordering on GrabFood for a chance to win a spot on the special trip.

GrabUnlimited gives gamers the ultimate sulit hack – offering an everyday free delivery fee as well as exclusive food deals. Depending on their gaming and food cravings, they can pursue the Unli-Buhat challenge and make the most out of their GrabFood experience. The Unli-Buhat Challenge is open to all GU subscribers until 15 April 2023.

Grab Philippines Director for Deliveries Greg Camacho shares:

“We are happy to partner with Riot Games for VCT Pacific League 2023 as we offer GrabUnlimited – our ultimate sulit delivery hack – to all gamers who depend on reliable delivery services. With GU, VAL players and all other esports athletes can focus on winning and leveling up – no more pausing the game to prep food cravings. So to all up-and-coming esports champs, just keep your head in the game and let GU cover all your food delivery needs. Make the most of your gaming experience with GrabUnlimited.”

Participants of the GrabUnlimited Unli-Buhat Challenge can also win surprise VALORANT in-game items like sprays, gun buddies, and player cards. In-game items will be awarded on March 31, while the grand prize winners will be announced on April 22. Winners will be notified via email and the Grab App message inbox.

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ABOUT GRAB

Grab is a leading superapp in Southeast Asia, operating across the deliveries, mobility and digital financial services sectors. Serving over 500 cities in eight Southeast Asian countries - Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam - Grab enables millions of people everyday to order food or groceries, send packages, hail a ride or taxi, pay for online purchases or access services such as lending and insurance, all through a single app. Grab was founded in 2012 with the mission to drive Southeast Asia forward by creating economic empowerment for everyone, and strives to serve a triple bottom line: to simultaneously deliver financial sustainability and have a positive social and environmental impact in Southeast Asia

GrabShare expands to more Metro Manila cities

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GrabShare offers the same safe, reliable and convenient ride that Grab is known for, but at a more affordable price point

Grab Philippines officially brings GrabShare to more cities in Metro Manila. The carpooling service – which had its pilot run in Makati, BGC, Manila and select areas in Ortigas in 2022 – is now also available in Mandaluyong, Pasig, San Juan, Pateros, and select areas in Paranaque and Quezon City.

GrabShare makes the same convenience and reliability of GrabCar more accessible and affordable for the Filipino commuter. With GrabShare, passengers can enjoy as much as 30 percent lower fares on Grab. The service’s passenger-matching feature was also further optimized to ensure that the party is headed in the same direction to avoid surprise detours, hence improving overall shared-ride duration.

Grab Philippines Senior Director for Strategy and Operations Ronald Roda shares:

“Every Filipino deserves unfettered access to safe, reliable, and more affordable means of transportation, and we are fully committed to help make that a reality for everyone. We are optimistic that as we expand GrabShare’s service areas to more cities in Metro Manila, we are staying true to our commitment – continuing to play an active role in providing a better mobility experience for everyone.”

The leading super app is also working on bringing GrabShare to cities outside of Metro Manila. With the growing availability of the service, Grab Philippines reminds its passengers to continue practicing health and safety protocols while on the road. This includes the wearing of face mask and regular hand sanitation.

GCash partners with Grab Philippines for easy, hassle-free direct cashless payment option

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GCash, Grab Philippines join forces for more convenient transactions. Grab users can use GCash to pay for the leading superapp’s services by February

As the country’s leading mobile wallet GCash partners with Grab Philippines, the country’s leader in transportation and deliveries, paying for your ride and food orders will soon be easier and hassle-free.

The landmark partnership will give Grab users access to the easiest, most convenient, and secure cashless transactions when they add GCash as a direct payment method on the Grab app. GCash will be officially available as a mode of payment on the Grab platform by February.

Through this partnership, users can simply choose GCash as their payment method, and pay cashless for GrabCar, GrabFood, GrabMart, GrabExpress and other Grab services with just a few taps on their smartphones. Moreover, this partnership enables users to avoid transfer fees which go as high as Php 50.

GCash and Grab Partnership Launch: GCash and Grab mark their milestone partnership with GCash available as a direct payment option in the Grab app by February.

(L-R) GCash Chief Marketing Officer Neil Trinidad, GCash Head of Commercial Sales and Operations Luigi Reyes, GCash Chief Commercial Officer Ren-Ren Reyes, GrabFin Philippines President Martha Elaine Borja, Head of GrabPay Philippines Cris Alcaraz, and Grab Philippines Country Marketing Head Justine Anne Aruta

“With this partnership, we once again realize our commitment to make the lives of Filipinos better each day by delivering a more convenient, secure, and cost-efficient way to pay for their rides and food and grocery deliveries. We look forward to this partnership and we will continuously innovate and build more partnerships that will improve the lives of the Filipinos”, said GCash president and CEO Martha Sazon.

To make their cashless transactions more convenient and rewarding, customers of Grab also get to avail of GCash exclusive deals, and get special treats when they pay for their transactions using GCash.

Country Head of Grab Philippines Grace Vera Cruz shared, “Grab Philippines is dedicated to empowering our stakeholders in a digital-first economy, and key to this is driving a deeper and wider cashless adoption in the country. With more Filipinos transacting via cashless means, we are accelerating our prospects of digital transformation. We look forward to collaborating with like-minded partners such as GCash on this agenda, and we are optimistic that through this partnership, we can improve the lives and livelihoods of many of our kababayans, while building a cashless, digital-first economy for all Filipinos.”

Grab is Southeast Asia’s leading superapp for ride hailing, food delivery, and on-demand grocery delivery. It touts strong foothold in markets like the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Prior to this development, GCash and Grab have already established a strategic collaboration. Their initial partnership has provided Filipinos safe, seamless, and secure digital experience by allowing users to transfer money from their GCash wallet to their GrabPay wallet, and vice-versa.

Building on GCash and Grab’s shared mission of addressing Filipinos’ daily needs, this partnership also helps in creating a more cash-lite and digitally driven economy.

As part of its vision of achieving “Finance for All”, GCash will continue to innovate and establish partnerships to offer affordable, convenient and safe services – making Filipino lives better every day and beyond, in the new normal.

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About GCash

GCash (G-Xchange, Inc.) is the #1 Finance App in the Philippines. Through the GCash App, 71M registered users can easily purchase prepaid airtime; pay bills at over 1,600 partner billers nationwide; send and receive money anywhere in the Philippines, even to other bank accounts; purchase from over 5.2M partner merchants and social sellers; and get access to savings, credit, loans, insurance and invest money, and so much more, all at the convenience of their smartphones. GCash is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mynt (Globe Fintech Innovations, Inc.), the first and only duacorn in the Philippines.

GCash was recognized by The Asian Banker (TAB) and by the IDC in 2021 for its outstanding digital financial inclusion programs.

About Grab

Grab is Southeast Asia’s leading superapp based on GMV in 2021 in each of food deliveries, mobility and the e-wallets segment of financial services, according to Euromonitor. Grab operates across the deliveries, mobility and digital financial services sectors in 480 cities in eight countries in the Southeast Asia region – Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Grab enables millions of people each day to access its driver- and merchant-partners to order food or groceries, send packages, hail a ride or taxi, pay for online purchases or access services such as lending, insurance, wealth management and telemedicine, all through a single “everyday everything” app. Grab was founded in 2012 with the mission to drive Southeast Asia forward by creating economic empowerment for everyone, and since then, the Grab app has been downloaded onto millions of mobile devices. Grab strives to serve a double bottom line: to simultaneously deliver financial performance for its shareholders and a positive social impact in Southeast Asia.

Jollibee extends its ‘Alagang Jollibee’ promise to partner delivery riders

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Jollibee has consistently delivered its Alagang Jollibee brand of customer service to ensure that it provides only the safest and highest quality of customer experience. And now, Jollibee is extending Alagang Jollibee to a vital group of people who continuously make life a tad bit easier—the ever-reliable delivery riders. They are the ones who move around and bring your food and other essentials and serve as the brand’s partner to reach more customers even amid quarantine restrictions.

To show appreciation for these hardworking riders, Jollibee goes the extra mile in thanking them by making sure they are also well cared for when they visit Jollibee stores.

Jollibee extend its Alagang Jollibee promise to partner delivery riders from Grab, Foodpanda, and other local aggregators

Jollibee recently launched initiatives for the convenience and comfort of its partner riders, which are anchored on the values of Alagang Jollibee. Free water refills are offered, and a free regular-sized iced tea is also available upon request when they pick up orders at the store. This way, they can enjoy some refreshments before they go back on the road to bring the joy of Jollibee meals to customers.

Select Jollibee stores also provide phone charging stations so riders can make sure they can continue fulfilling transactions throughout the day. There are also stores that equip its crew with speakers and lapels for safer and more efficient coordination with riders when dispatching orders.

“We appreciate the hard work and effort of our partner delivery riders as we continue to bring our customers’ favorite Jollibee meals safely and conveniently. As part of our Alagang Jollibee promise, we want to do our part in helping them carry out their tasks while on the road. They have played a key role in bringing joy especially during this pandemic and we hope to do the same for them,” said Arline B. Adeva, AVP and Head of Brand PR, Engagement and Digital Marketing of Jollibee.

Phone charging stations are available in select stores

Select stores also have speakers and lapel mics for crew for easier communication with riders

Riders have the option to refill their own containers with water or ask for a cup from the counter

Upon request, Jollibee also offers free regular-sized iced tea to partner delivery riders

Jollibee will continue to roll out the above-mentioned initiatives for riders in more stores nationwide.

Late last year, Jollibee also participated in Grab Philippines’ “Araw ng Tagapaghatid” and Foodpanda’s “Ka-Panda Day” initiatives for their respective riders by giving out limited food coupons as a way of giving thanks for their service. More than 36,000 GrabFood riders and 50,000 Foodpanda riders received a free Jolly Spaghetti coupon, which they claimed in participating stores for a specific period.

GrabFood Has Exciting Lent-Friendly Food Choices That You’ll Actually Crave All Year!

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Lent-friendly options from vegetarian, vegan, and pescetarian food will be easily accessible on GrabFood for those observing the season

With many Filipinos currently observing the 40 days of Lent and preparing for Holy Week, this means paying much closer attention to our meal selections for many of us. And along with the challenge of temporarily abstaining from our favorite indulgences, trying to figure out what to eat and serve on the table can also be quite difficult. But fret not—GrabFood has got you covered, even throughout the Lenten season!

With GrabFood’s wide selection of sulit, delicious, Lent-friendly meals, you can easily stick to your fast and help curb your craving. Simply tap on the Lenten Choices icon on GrabFood and order away!

Different Cuisines

It may be the season to remove meat from your diets for a little while, but that surely doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a great meal either. With cuisines ranging from Japanese, Greek, to Italian and even more, GrabFood has a wide diversity of cuisines to choose from ranging from sulit-busog options, to hearty indulgences. Whatever your craving may be during this time of the year, eat light with gastronomic favorites Tim Ho Wan, Cyma, Peri-Peri, and Tokyo Tokyo all on GrabFood.

Salt & Pepper Shrimp, Fish Fillet with Tofu, & Fishball with Noodle Soup from Tim Ho Wan

Healthier, Greener Options

For health buffs and for those wanting to start a greener diet, how about some healthy and refreshing ways to cleanse your palate during the Holy Week, whether as a starter, a great side dish, or the tasty main event of your meal? And listen—salads aren't just piles of boring leafy greens; they can be so much more, and GrabFood shows you just how many ways you can stock up on nutrition while still enjoying your greens! 

Take your pick from GrabFood’s available list of restaurants featuring the freshest fruits and vegetables in town like Something Healthy, SaladStop!, and Juju Eats. You can even choose among meatless options in places such as Goldilocks, with lighter options such as their fresh lumpia and meatless laing! 

And even more to look forward to – Something Healthy and Healthy To Go will both be open for 24 hours for the duration of Holy Week – giving you the option to satisfy those late-night cravings whenever they come around!

Quinoa Gold Salad from Juju Eats, Thai Chicken from Something Healthy 

Fresh Lumpia from Goldilocks

Hearty Soups and Meals

Switch things up and order a meatless yet very satisfying meal for Lent, with both vegetarian and seafood soups available on GrabFood. GrabFood features slurpable, soothing soups guaranteed to suit all tastes, alongside other Lent-friendly dishes, with partner restaurants such as Sen-Ryo Philippines, Manna, and Pho Hoa.

Fried Rice Paper Rolls

Chili Shrimps with Rice from Pho Hoa

Towering, Delicious Sandwiches

Packed with flavors and a nutritional punch, a sandwich has always been a classic and convenient way to get all your desired flavors in just one grab! 

Not only can they be filling and offer a nice change from the ordinary, but they are also especially versatile as the ingredients you can experiment and fill sandwiches with are virtually endless! Experience this first-hand on GrabFood, with the tastiest sandwich choices from Subway, Banh Mi Kitchen, and Route 27 Gourmet Sandwiches. 

Seafood Galore

Seafood has long been a classic guilty pleasure for many Filipinos – and luckily for us, seafood is considered Lent-friendly! Whether you’re looking for scrumptious shrimp, savory crabs, easy-to-eat sushi, or nutritious fish meals, seafood will make sure you get a satisfying meatless yet protein-packed meal in time for Lent! 

For those wishing to get their seafood mix, Kuya J’s Restaurant, Dampa Express, and Red’s Fish Heads all have dishes you can dine on heartily during the holy season. 

Bilao Shrimp from Dampa Express & Grilled Scallops from Kuya J’s 

A Dessert Light on the Tummy and the Soul

The perfect Lenten meal wouldn’t be complete without something sweet to top it off. For most of us always craving for delectable desserts following a hearty meal, Grab ensures this craving will be met while still remaining sinless and suitable for the Lenten season!

Let refreshing milk tea beverages from Hey Henry!, and sweets from Forget Me Not Cafe cap off your day on a soothing and relaxing note, only on GrabFood.

No matter the season or craving, GrabFood is the greatest go-to app for culinary adventurers. Plan out your everyday Lent meals with GrabFood's sulit Lenten Choices, featuring dishes from merchants such as Bowlsome, Mean Greens, Manna, Go! Salads, and more!

In observance of Lenten Season and Holy Week, please be guided with GrabFood’s merchants’ operating hours from April 1–4:

● April 1 (Maundy Thursday): Regular hours (10 AM–8:30 PM)

● April 2 (Good Friday): Closed

● April 3 (Black Saturday): Regular hours (10 AM–8:30 PM)

● April 4 (Easter Sunday): Regular hours (10 AM–8:30 PM)

For more information on the operating hours of GrabFood merchants for Holy Week, you may also visit the GrabFood app.

About Grab

Grab is the leading super app platform in Southeast Asia, providing everyday services that matter to consumers. Today, the Grab app has been downloaded onto over 214 million mobile devices, giving users access to millions of drivers, merchants, and agents. Grab offers a wide range of on-demand services in the region, including mobility, food, package and grocery delivery services, mobile payments, and financial services across 397 cities in eight countries. 

(www.grab.com)

Ensuring safety inside and out this 2021 with Grab and HELLA

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Manila, Philippines - The year 2020 underscored the immense priority that should be placed on everyone’s health and safety. This 2021, HELLA, a leading European manufacturer of auto parts, partners with Grab Philippines to ensure transport safety inside and out.

Last year, Grab instituted various health and safety protocols for its operational services to help protect its drivers and consumers. Despite facing risks, partner drivers continue to be at the frontlines to provide services needed by the public. As an extra layer of safety and to also reward their hard work and contribution, HELLA partners with Grab to offer its drivers more benefits. This enables them to reduce costs and equip their vehicles with the parts that matter.

“Grab has been providing essential services to many Filipinos over the course of the varying quarantine classifications. With the immense pressure and demand placed on their partner drivers, HELLA wants to thank them by providing them with exclusive access to quality, reliable, and more affordable aftermarket parts. This will not only help them keep their vehicles in check but also provide protection to their livelihood and source of income while they continue to serve the greater community,” said Jason De Leon, HELLA Country Manager for Philippines.

Beginning last December, Grab drivers can avail of a wide range of HELLA  parts such as horns, bulbs, wipers, and dash cams at select retail stores and detailing workshops. Exclusively available to this partnership, drivers can get up to 30% discount for every HELLA part that they purchase and receive special partnership freebies.

“As we help our economy and businesses to recover from the impacts of the pandemic, safe and reliable transport solutions and delivery services will remain important factor for many of our kababayans. We are excited to be working alongside HELLA in providing our drivers and delivery riders with means to help maintain their vehicles so that they can serve our customers and businesses safely and more efficiently,” said Grab Philippines Head of Transport and Shared Services Ronald Roda.

The exclusive promo extends until May 31, 2021. Grab drivers can access the full list of participating retail stores and detailing workshops via the HELLA website. (https://www.hella.com/hella-sg/assets/media/Grab-HELLA_Philippines_Special_promotions.pdf)

HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA, Lippstadt: HELLA is a global, family-owned company, listed on the stock exchange, with almost 40,000 employees at over 125 locations in some 35 countries. The HELLA Group develops and manufactures products for lighting technology and electronics for the automotive industry and also has one of the largest retail organisations for automotive parts, accessories, diagnostics, and services within Europe. With nearly 7,000 people working in research and development, HELLA is one of the most important innovation drivers on the market. Furthermore, with sales of 6.6 billion euros in the fiscal year of 2016/2017, the HELLA Group is one of the top 40 automotive parts suppliers in the world and one of the 100 largest German industrial companies.

HELLA Asia Singapore Pte Ltd: Strategically located in Singapore, HELLA Asia Singapore Pte Ltd is the regional headquarters for the Independent Aftermarket and Special OE segments in the Asia Pacific region. Established in August 2001, HELLA Asia Singapore has since gained a strong foothold with regional presence offering to its customers the benefits of global expertise supplemented by local market knowledge. The company offers an extensive range of lighting, electrics, electronics, universal range, thermal management and brake systems for passenger cars and commercial vehicles.

Grab is Southeast Asia's leading Online to Offline (O2O) mobile platform, providing the everyday services that matter most to consumers. Grab Provides access to safe and affordable transport, food and package delivery, mobile payments and financial services. Grab’s core product platform includes transport solutions for drivers and passengers with an emphasis on convenience, safety and reliability, as well as its proprietary mobile payment platform, GrabPay.

Grab, Globe at Home tie up to empower Filipinos through fast, reliable internet

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Grab, the leading superapp in Southeast Asia has partnered with Phillippine internet service provider Globe at Home, to make affordable prepaid connectivity solutions more accessible to Filipinos. Through the app’s GrabMart service, the partnership will allow customers to choose from Globe at Home’s selection of internet products and have it delivered directly to their doorstep.

“Being connected is more important now more than ever. Reliable internet connection enables us to enjoy our favorite movies and music, and it also allows us to be productive and attend virtual meetings, as more companies shift to a work-from-home setup. It’s also a necessary instrument for online businesses to grow by reaching a wider audience. Most importantly, being connected allows us to buy groceries and other essentials in the comfort of our living rooms. The partnership between Grab and Globe at Home aims to give Filipinos the chance to enjoy affordable, and reliable internet connection when they need it,” said EJ Dela Vega, Head of Deliveries for Grab Philippines.

With just a few taps using the GrabMart service, customers can now avail of leading internet products such as Globe At Home Prepaid, LTE-Advanced, and Xtreme Prepaid Wifi, which offer instant connectivity perks at affordable prices.

The products can be delivered within a 10-kilometer radius from where customers are and have them delivered right at the doorstep. If customers make a minimum purchase of P900, they can also avail of GrabMart’s Unlimited Free Delivery Promo, which runs until March 31, with code UNLIFREEDEL upon checkout.

Fast Internet Connection

Globe, a leader in internet service in the Philippines offers a wide range of connectivity solutions for everyone. Now available on GrabMart, Globe at Home offers shareable reliable internet solutions for everyone.

The Globe At Home Prepaid Wifi, for instance, provides up to two times stronger internet connection and stronger signal than Globe MyFi for only P999. It’s loadable with affordable data promos and shareable for up to 6 devices.

The new LTE-Advanced Globe at Home Prepaid WiFi is Globe’s fastest prepaid WiFi ever vs. other Globe Prepaid modems. It has doble bilis boosters and is shareable for the whole family for only P1,999.

All-in-one internet TV box Xtreme Prepaid Wifi, meanwhile, allows the home to be an entertainment hub with access to 1,000,000 videos, series, and movies through streaming platforms. It offers high-speed internet powered by Globe LTE, as well as features that let you plug in 2 microphones for a videoke sesh or do things using Google Assistant, and even clear viewing of local TV shows.

Globe at Home offers a variety of prepaid HomeSURF promos, for as low as P99 so the whole family can also enjoy non-stop fun at home.

Both gadgets are easy and quick to set up. Just simply plug and play. That’s Home Prepaid and Xtreme Prepaid WiFi’s reliable connection made easier with Grab and Globe!

“Globe’s home prepaid WiFi sets the bar for broadband not only because of its larger capacity, but more importantly for its affordability and accessibility. We decided to partner with Grab because of the shopping convenience it offers. Customers can order our budget-friendly internet solutions right in the comfort of their homes. All they have to do is browse through GrabMart and choose the package that suits their needs,” said Darius Delgado, Vice President and Head of Broadband Business at Globe.

For more details on the Globe at Home’s prepaid internet products, check out GrabMart or visit https://www.grab.com/ph/mart/.

About Grab

Grab is the leading super app platform in Southeast Asia, providing everyday services that matter to consumers. Today, the Grab app has been downloaded onto over 214 million mobile devices, giving users access to millions of drivers, merchants, and agents. Grab offers a wide range of on-demand services in the region, including mobility, food, package and grocery delivery services, mobile payments, and financial services across 397 cities in eight countries.

(www.grab.com)