Kicking Off Chinese New Year with foodpanda’s Feast of Fortune

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Chinese New Year is fast-approaching, and we are SO here for the good luck, health, and strength the Year of the Dragon brings! We are ready to channel the Dragon in ourselves and embody its intelligence, charisma, and power. A way to get full-on Year of the Dragon mode and feel the luck is to celebrate its year with foodpanda!

Good-fortune groceries at your fingertips

Can we even call it a Chinese New Year celebration without the tikoy? It symbolizes sweet relationships and a better year coming up, and even better when you can get tikoy from pandamart for as low as ₱99.

While for a burst of prosperity, incorporating round and golden fruits like oranges and tangerines as centerpieces will just do you the trick! Celebrate with your family or peers with this must-have for this season.

Shop with ease for your Chinese New Year necessities on pandamart or Robinsons Easymart via foodpanda Shops, and get FREE ANG PAU when you purchase a minimum amount of ₱499 (valid from February 1-11 only).

Lucky mouthwatering indulgence

Whether you choose to pick up or have food delivered, foodpanda's wide selection of Chinese restaurants makes it simple to add real flavors to your meal. Just look up any restaurant of your choice or any Chinese food you are craving, choose from the menu, and voila!

Fun fact: According to Chinese folklore, the more dumplings you eat, the more money you’ll make throughout the year. Nobody is counting too much, so go ahead and indulge!

Eyes on the target: Lumpia! While the meaty savory flavors that burst from the crispiness of the golden wrapper are quite addicting, they symbolize abundance and good luck as well. We always love lumpia. Taking in these golden delights will never be out of style to kick off the year!

Noodles, with their extended strands, not only add flavor but also wish for a fortunate and lengthy life. That is why we never bite off the ends of our noodles! The longer the noodle, the luckier the eater will be. Savor every bite of this during your feast, and you might just be tasting good fortune and a long life!

Whether you want to DIY your Chinese New Year blowout or choose the convenience of online ordering, you can unlock a ₱500 discount either way when you use it on foodpanda's pandamart, shops, food delivery, and pick-up with the voucher code CNY500. This offer is valid for orders placed from Feb 9-11 only. Huge deals await you when you celebrate with foodpanda!

May your festivities be filled with joy, prosperity, and a table adorned with the luckiest of foods. With endless grocery and food possibilities with foodpanda, celebrations are limitless! Gong Xi Fa Cai!

For more information about foodpanda and the incredible offers available, visit the official website at https://www.foodpanda.ph. Also like and follow the official social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tiktok and Youtube.

 

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.

Beating the holiday rush: Here’s how 3 business owners winged it this season with these “delivery hacks

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Christmas is upon us, and you know what that means: traffic, crowded malls, with everyone rushing to buy gifts and prepare for parties. For business owners, this season is great news, but the heightened demand for products and services can be a double-edged sword.

But three business owners are ready to face the holiday rush. Here’s how Aguirre Office Furniture, Bloomingails.ph, and Etiquetta PH are powering through this season:

Aguirre Office Furniture

The orders and inquiries started pouring in as early as October for Aguirre Office Furniture, a national provider of office furniture, services, and office solutions.

According to their Chief Financial Officer Ken Arocena, the holiday season has given them a 50 percent increase in orders.

However, Arocena shared that their operations require additional resources to manage the increased demand. “Given this, we have to deal with potential shipping delays and managing customer expectations,” he added.

The solution, according to Arocena: Lalamove. He remarked that Lalamove’s wide array of services, especially affordable rates, helped Aguirre Office Furniture keep up and deliver what they promise to their clients, which is the ease of how they do business.

Arocen also noted that their “secret hack” is using Lalamove’s multiple booking feature. He explained, “It’s how we minimize logistics costs and send our orders to multiple locations in one go.”

Bloomingails.ph

For Bloomingails.ph, one of the most trusted flower shops in Manila, the demand is quite high, especially for their fresh mini pine trees, wreaths, and Christmas centerpieces. According to their Chief Executive Officer Abigail Ang-Santander, their event styling business is very robust as well, as this season is a time for a lot of celebrations.

Since part of their business is making sure every special occasion is perfect for their clients, the Bloomingail.ph CEO explains, “We prepare and send out orders very early or after rush hour if the client is amenable to accepting late deliveries. But we make sure we’re on top of our inventory and don’t have to do lots of rush orders for suppliers.”

This peak season, Abigail also heavily relies on Lalamove. She remarked, “With Lalamove, I can book multiple drops and multiple vehicles, especially for our time-sensitive products to reach our clients on time.”

When asked about her favorite feature of the on-demand delivery app, she shared, “We can always rely on trusted partner drivers. This is crucial because we always need to make sure the items are carefully delivered, plus the partner drivers are courteous not only to us but to the recipients – our clients – especially, despite being stuck in traffic the whole day.”

Etiquetta PH

Every year, Etiquetta PH, a souvenir shop, always urges its customers to book in advance to beat the holiday season. “We offer early bird promos as early as August, as well as scheduled pickups of set date of releasing orders, so by the third week of November, we’re already dispatching the items,” shared Etiquetta PH Chief Executive Officer Ria San Juan-Gumaru.

This mompreneur explained that this is their process in anticipation of the major challenges for their business. These include logistics issues, whether it’s delays in the delivery of raw materials or shipping of orders to their customers due to the heavy traffic.

When the peak season ushers in paired with increased demand for logistics, Lalamove always comes to the rescue for Etiquetta PH. According to Ria, “Lalamove’s user-friendly app makes booking seamless and efficient. It’s easy to schedule deliveries, and you don’t have to fill in a ton of information.”

Her favorite, though, proven to help with their business, is Lalamove’s vast fleet of delivery vehicles. “I can choose the most suitable option according to my needs. This flexibility ensures we can adapt to the ever-changing demands of the peak season,” she adds.

“Supporting the needs of the micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) is always a priority for Lalamove, especially during this time of year. Our platform is here to make the holiday season easier for our business owners, one delivery at a time,” remarked Lalamove Philippines Managing Director Djon Nacario.

No need to worry about the high demand during the holiday season. Learn from these business owners and go for their logistics tactics with Lalamove, your trusted delivery partner in Luzon and Cebu.

Visit https://www.lalamove.com/en-ph/ for more information.

J&T Express Unleashes ‘UnliSaya’ and ‘Super Sulit’ promos in time for the Holiday Season

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Still on the high of its fourth year in the Philippines, express delivery service giant J&T Express unveils the extended period for its latest promos that can be availed by consumers in time for the upcoming 11.11 double-day sale and the holiday season.

Ensuring a more exciting shopping experience, the UnliSaya promo is offered to all J&T Express users–most especially the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and e-commerce platform users–where they can receive huge savings on shipping fees when they send parcels or check out items via J&T Express.

A free PHP 21 voucher can be claimed once users download the J&T Express Philippines mobile application. In addition, a 5% discount is also exclusive to Pag-IBIG Loyalty Card Plus cardholders when they register on the app–slashing the PHP 60 pouch-based rate to as low as PHP 37.

“We [at J&T Express] consider the growing e-commerce demands as our motivation to improve continuously. Now that the Yuletide season drawing nearer, more and more Filipinos prefer to buy their gifts online to avoid the hassle of long lines when shopping. And as our early Christmas gift to our loyal consumers, these promos are a great help for them to bridge the gap in sending joy to their loved ones in the fastest and safest way possible,” says Zoe Chi, Vice President of J&T Express Philippines.

Furthermore, VIP, door-to-door, and walk-in clients from the Visayas and Mindanao areas can also receive up to 50% shipping discounts when they avail of the Super Sulit promo to any point in the country.

Spanning over 2,000 branches and warehouses nationwide, J&T Express is among the preferred delivery service providers of top e-commerce platforms in the country such as Lazada, Shopee, Shein, Temu, and TikTok Shop, among others, for its unbeatable nationwide coverage and advanced high-tech facilities that ensure efficient, hassle-free, and safe delivery of packages.

Customers can avail of J&T Express’ UnliSaya and Super Sulit promos until December 31, 2023.

To learn more about the latest promos and services offered by J&T Express, visit www.jtexpress.ph or follow J&T in its social media accounts on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

  

Lalamove and Pag-IBIG ink partnership to empower partner drivers in reaching financial stability

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Lalamove, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the Philippines, has recently partnered with Pag-IBIG Fund to bring its partner drivers one step closer to reaching their dreams of a financially secure future and homeownership.

A significant partnership for accessibility

The signed memorandum of agreement between Lalamove and Pag-IBIG Fund ensures that partner drivers of the same-day delivery app gain access to the many benefits and services offered by Pag-IBIG Fund. This includes opportunities for high-yield savings, as well as access to cash and housing loans.

“Pag-IBIG Fund’s primary objectives have always been centered on helping Filipinos earn from their savings and to attain their dream homes. We laud Lalamove for actively offering these benefits to its partner drivers. This is hopefully the first of many partnerships of this kind,” said Pag-IBIG Fund Chief Executive Officer Marilene C. Acosta.

For Lalamove Philippines Managing Director Djon Nacario, this partnership is exciting news that solidifies the goal of both Pag-IBIG and Lalamove to make accessibility tangible for partner drivers, stating, “This partnership with Pag-IBIG Fund is part of our objective to continuously empower our partner drivers and help them through meaningful partnerships like this in turning their dreams into reality for themselves and their families.”

Better access to Pag-IBIG benefits for partner drivers

Lalamove’s partner drivers can now find assigned Pag-IBIG Fund personnel, aptly called Lingkod Pag-IBIG, available in Lalamove’s offices and through timely events in Mega Manila, Pampanga, and Cebu to aid those looking to enjoy Pag-IBIG Fund’s benefits of savings and home financing.

Nacario mentioned that he is looking forward to “more partner drivers who will enjoy their improved quality of life through this partnership.”

He adds, “We now have a lot of partner drivers across Luzon and in Cebu who fulfill same-day motorcycle and truck delivery, ranging from those driving motorcycles, sedans, MPVs, pick-ups, and trucks (1,000KG, 2,000KG, 6-wheel wing van, and 10-wheel wing van). This community of hardworking individuals deserves nothing but the best services, and this is something that we will continue to do for them.”

Julio Fabian, who has been with Lalamove as a partner driver for almost three years now, is thrilled about the partnership and what it means for the partner driver community.

“Magandang balita po ito para sa akin at sa mga kapwa ko Lalamove Bossing! Iba rin talaga kapag mas napapadali ang proseso lalo na sa mga housing loans at iba pang benefits ng Pag-IBIG (This is really good news for my and my fellow ‘Lalamove Bossings! Nothing beats making processes easier for concerns like house loans and other benefits offered by Pag-IBIG),” he shared.

Good news for the partner driver community

Apart from this, Lalamove partner drivers – whether full-time or part-time – can get a chance to be one of the lucky winners of 10 brand-new motorcycles in the Pag-IBIG Asenso Rider Raffle Promo.

Who can join?

●      Any Lalamove partner driver who is an active Pag-IBIG member and has been contributing for the last 6 months;

●      Lalamove partner drivers who are not yet Pag-IBIG members can still join and pay the minimum savings/contribution requirement for each draw.

How can Lalamove partner drivers join?

●      Qualified partner drivers can join and register in the Pag-IBIG Asenso Rider Raffle Promo through this link: https://www.pagibigfundservices.com/AsensoRider/Default.aspx?a=F009738EB465B74A56942CB162CC6742897C0CD3001A06A2

What are the mechanics?

●      1st Preliminary Draw: Contribute/pay at least Php 100 in their Pag-IBIG Regular Savings from May 25 to June 30, 2023.

●      Preliminary Draw: Contribute/pay at least Php 100 in their Pag-IBIG Regular Savings from May 25 to September 30, 2023.

●      Grand Draw: Contribute/pay at least Php 400 in their Pag-IBIG Regular Savings from June 1 to November 30, 2023.

Looking for delivery driver jobs? Sign up today and be a Lalamove partner driver! Visit www.lalamove.com/en-ph/driver for more information.

 

Lalamove announces the opening of ‘Partner Driver Center’ at PITX

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Lalamove Philippines, one of the country’s leading on-demand delivery platform, announced the opening of its new one-stop center for both its existing and potential partner drivers at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX).

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The facility is intended to empower the leading on-demand

 delivery service provider’s vast partner driver community

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The Partner Driver Center, which is open starting July 3, Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (except on holidays), functions as an all-around facility designed to accommodate everything related to Lalamove’s partner drivers.

Delivering Success Together: Lalamove, PITX, and LGU of Parañaque inaugurate the new Bossing Center, a hub designed for our valued partner drivers. IN PHOTO (L-R): Mohit Malhi, Chief Executive Officer of Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX), Djon Nacario, Managing Director of Lalamove Philippines, and Mark Allen Besa, Parañaque City Environment and Natural Resources Department Head (CENRO), representating Parañaque City Mayor Eric Olivarez

“The Partner Driver Center is the realization of Lalamove’s mission to continuously empower our partner drivers, our Lalamove Bossings, who are among the most essential part of our nearly seven-year journey in the Philippines,” Lalamove Managing Director Djon Nacario said at the ceremony. “It is our way of extending our gratitude to the ever-growing partner driver community, as well as to the Filipinos wanting to become part of our commitment to deliver the best service to our customers.”

Nacario was joined by Lalamove Star Drivers, as well as representatives from PITX and Paranaque City’s Local Government Unit, in the momentous event, where participants got their first glimpse of the Partner Driver Center and won exclusive prizes from Lalamove and its partners.

Lalamove Bossings can roam around and mingle with their fellow partner drivers while waiting for orders. Merchandise booths are available if they are in need of Lalamove Bossing essentials such as the iconic LalaJacket, LalaBag, and LalaVest.

Interested applicants may also do walk-ins and undergo the onboarding and enhanced driver training process on the same day, while current partner drivers having issues or concerns with their Lalamove Driver App accounts may also approach personnel for assistance.

Meanwhile, Lalamove partner drivers who need reskilling and retraining are welcome to undergo the Balik Biyahe program in the facility.

“As we continue to grow our fleet, it is vital that we simultaneously grow our partner driver community. The Partner Driver Center, which is located within our soon-to-reopen multi-modal hub in PITX, is a testament to this commitment,” Nacario said.

Earlier this month, Lalamove announced the relocation of its logistics hub from Makati City and Quezon City to PITX to strengthen inter- and intra-city deliveries and provide a wider space for its partner drivers to come together.

With the growth of Lalamove’s fleet to include six-wheel and 10-wheel trucks, PITX’s close proximity to other major transport hubs makes it an ideal location to create more livelihood opportunities for Filipinos in a more accessible way.

Lalamove invites all individuals seeking flexible livelihood opportunities a chance to join the thriving community of partner drivers and additional avenues to earn.

Visit the Lalamove website to learn more and apply to be a partner driver today. Get the latest updates on Lalamove by following it on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

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ABOUT LALAMOVE

Founded in Hong Kong in 2013, Lalamove is an on-demand delivery platform born with a mission to empower communities by making delivery fast, simple, and affordable. At the click of a button, individuals, small businesses, and corporations can access a wide fleet of delivery vehicles operated by professional driver partners. Powered by technology, Lalamove seamlessly connects people, vehicles, freights and roads, moving things that matter and bringing benefits to local communities in 11 markets across Asia and Latin America

Fulfillment company FastEasy debuts cargo service with new fleet of Foton trucks

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Fulfillment startup company FastEasy and Asia’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturing company FOTON Motors Philippines inks another deal with the recent purchase of EST M 6x2 F-VAN 10-wheeler trucks, in time for the debut of FastEasy’s new cargo service.

The two companies made the announcement on Friday during the turnover ceremony at the FOTON assembly plant in Pampanga.

“I would like to express my deepest appreciation to FOTON for this yet another partnership. We have been working side by side on a couple of projects— united by trust, understanding, and a shared vision. Over time, through this strengthened alliance; we have overcome challenges, celebrated victories, and grown together as companies,” said Mr. Du Bin, CEO of 888 FastEasy Inc.

The friendship between the two companies can be traced back in 2022 over a project that laid the foundation for the FOTON Davao Parts Warehouse Hub, which is now elevating the quality of aftersales experience of FOTON customers under the expert care of FastEasy’s fulfillment services.

The newly procured 32 ft EST M 6x2 F-VAN 10-wheelers, each with a total payload capacity of 25,000 KG, are to become reliable partners on the road to bolster the nationwide operations of FastEasy Cargo. Each truck is also powered with advanced tracking system allowing more safe, secured and efficient service delivery.

“The turnover of these remarkable vehicles is a testament of our commitment in FastEasy to bring in new, affordable and innovative solutions to meet the growing demand for better services by business owners in the logistics and e-commerce field,” said Du.

While relatively a young company, FastEasy continues to showcase its versatility in providing integrated services for both e-commerce and non e-commerce enterprises with its end-to-end flagship services in supply chain, export management, fulfillment, logistics, and Tiktok Multi-Channel Networks.

FastEasy Cargo is soon to be available nationwide for on-demand, inter-land delivery in Q3 of 2023. To book a reservation, visit FastEasy’s official Facebook page at 888 FastEasy Philippines or call +639279479727 (Globe) and 046-4165569 (Landline).For more information about FastEasy Cargo and other offers, visit their official website at www.888fasteasy.com.

FastEasy is an end-to-end B2B e-commerce enabler with core businesses in supply chain, trade exports, warehousing & fulfillment, cargo, and Tiktok MCN. With a growing network spanning China and the Philippines, FastEasy is committed to reducing costs & frictions in managing e-commerce operations while fostering resilient and thriving businesses.

Lalamove Collaborates with Toys R Us, MemoExpress, and Unioil to Deliver Care for its partner drivers and their kids

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Lalamove, the leading on-demand delivery platform, partnered with Toys R Us, MemoExpress, and Unioil in the Philippines to Deliver Care for Lalamove Bossings through Lalamove’s Deliver Care program.

Four Lalamove partner drivers and kids enjoyed a day of bonding activity by Lalamove to show appreciation to these Lalamove Bossings, in line with The Day of Valor for being heroes on the road. They were brought to an amusement area where they played different games and had fun. It was followed by a sumptuous meal that they shared together. The event was capped off with goodies for the participants through Lalamove’s generous partners.

“Lalamove recognizes that the core of the business are its partner drivers. These hardworking Bossings–our heroes on the road need a break too and so we sought to treat them for a bonding day with their kids–letting them spend more time with people they care about them most,” said Djon Nacario, Managing Director at Lalamove Philippines Managing Director.

With their parents being one of the country’s modern-day heroes, Lalamove Bossings kids’ were asked why they think their parents are their superheroes, and these are what they had to say:

A Strong Solo Parent Bossing

Jovylyn Kabingue is the epitome of a strong woman in life and career. “Pinalaki niya ‘ko ng maayos (She raised me well).” This is what James, her 11-year-old son, tearfully answered when asked why he considers his mom a superhero.

This Lalamove “Lady Bossing” is a solo parent braving the road to provide for her and her son’s needs. Being able to go places allows her to get to know herself more, which is empowering for her.

She remarked that it gives her pride whenever her clients would praise her for being a Lalamove partner driver. “Whatever it is that men can do, women can do, too,” she shared, adding that being a lady partner driver knows no boundaries.

A Tough Mommy Lady Bossing on the road

Catwoman is Althea Jalandoni’s favorite superhero. The 14-year-old daughter of Lalamove Lady Bossing Joy Bell Jalandoni associates her mother with Catwoman for her toughness and beauty. “My mom is my superhero because she can do a man’s job like being a delivery partner driver,” she explained.

Joy Bell is one proud Lalamove Bossing and thankful to the on-demand delivery platform for its inclusivity, allowing anyone to be a partner driver. “Lalamove is a game-changer to our family. My earnings in Lalamove help me in augmenting our budget at home,” she shared.

A Dedicated Daddy Bossing from Pampanga

Al Paguio, a Kapampangan Lalamove partner driver, used to work full-time. But when parenting duty called to take care of his kids, he decided to work part-time. Similar to his eight-year-old son Karl’s favorite superhero Spiderman, Al embodies the famous saying from the comics, “With great power comes great responsibility”. For Karl, his father is a good provider and a hands-on dad.

For Al, Lalamove allows him to be his own businessman. He can address the needs of his children while providing for them at his own time and pace. “Thank you, Lalamove, for coming up with an event like this. Seeing how my son enjoyed playing and bonding with me today – that’s priceless,” he added.

An All-around Daddy Bossing for the family

Renz, Lalamove Bossing Julio Fabian’s 12-year-old son considers his father to have the qualities of Batman – someone who is not afraid of anything. “Papa is my superhero because he helps and provides for our family,” explained Renz.

Since 2020, Julio Fabian has been a Partner Driver, delivering various items anywhere in the Metro and its nearby provinces. And just like Batman, he serves the community by helping businesses fulfill their orders one delivery at a time.

Julio reminds aspiring partner drivers, “Those who want to be part of the growing community of Lalamove Bossings, remember to enjoy what you’re doing and you’ll be surprised by the various places you’ll reach. Most importantly, always be patient with and kind to customers.”

For Nacario, it’s important to give back to the passionate community of Lalamove Bossings through activities like this.

“More than our heroes on the road that help keep business running, our Lalamove Bossings play a much bigger role in their homes and families. That’s why we continue to aid our partner drivers to uplift their lives through a flexible source of income, Panalomove Benefits and hold activities like this that stamp a smile on their faces,” he shared.

Searching for part-time or full-time delivery rider jobs? Lalamove is hiring! Be a Lalamove partner driver by downloading the app at https://www.lalamove.com/en-ph/driver. Get the latest updates on Lalamove by following it on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

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ABOUT LALAMOVE

Founded in Hong Kong in 2013, Lalamove is an on-demand delivery platform born with a mission to empower communities by making delivery fast, simple and affordable. At the click of a button, individuals, small businesses and corporations can access a wide fleet of delivery vehicles operated by professional driver partners. Powered by technology, Lalamove seamlessly connects people, vehicles, freights and roads, moving things matter and bringing benefits to local communities in 11 markets across Asia and Latin America.

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

Airspeed Offers Improved Services for Contract Logistics Requirements

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Airspeed started 2023 with improved and updated service offerings under their new business unit, Contract Logistics. Headlining their array of services is the Cross—docking service, a logistics solution wherein goods are received directly at a warehouse or distribution centre. This means goods will no longer be stored in the facility as they will be ready for shipment in retail stores and intended locations instantly.

With the cross-docking service, FMCG and Retailers can respond rapidly to customers’ delivery requirements, apart from being cost efficient since labor costs and warehouse space will be minimized. Additionally, there will be better control in inventory and timely consolidation of shipments. Cross-docking services include consolidating your orders and picking them up according to the needs of your clients and distributing the orders based on their corresponding routes.

The cross-docking facilities are located in various areas, including the South, the Greater Manila Area (GMA), and the North.

· Airspeed Integrated Warehouse, Kaingin Road, Parañaque City

· Lazatin Blvd., San Fernando, Pampanga

· Southwoods at Industrial Park, Carmona Cavite

Businesses can rely as well on Airspeed’s experience when it comes to storage solutions. Airspeed's warehousing service offers ambient or temperature-controlled facilities, and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, handled by a trained team who can handle delicate and bulk orders. Clients are also assured of quality service at very competitive rates.

The warehouses are strategically located in the following areas:

· FDI Temperature-Controlled Warehouse at Pascor Drive, Parañaque City

- Southwest Metro Manila Warehouse, Parañaque City

- Airspeed Integrated Warehouse, Kaingin Road, Parañaque City

- Southwoods Warehouse at Industrial Park, Carmona Cavite

Other storing and sorting facilities are located in Parañaque City, Carmona Cavite, Batangas, Pampanga, Cebu, Davao, General Santos, Cagayan De Oro, Naga, Mindoro, and Bacolod

These two services under the Contract Logistics unit will help existing clients and partners attain success for their businesses.

So let Airspeed handle your businesses' logistics requirements- and let them take care of your success.

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Airspeed is a corporate logistics company focused in Freight Forwarding

Solutions, Customs Releasing, Customized Logistics, Warehousing and

Distribution. With its growing network, Airspeed aims to make it happen to

all of its stakeholders, as it has for over 35 years. Founded in 1985 as an

international air freight forwarder, Airspeed is now one of the country’s most

trusted and fastest growing logistics brand serving the B2B and B2C market.

Airspeed can make it happen for you: Visit www.airspeed.ph, or 

call (02)8852-7328 to 37; Email us at info@airspeed.ph, and follow

www.facebook.com/Airspeedgroupofcompanies (Facebook).

J&T Express provides Financial Assistance Program for Employees with JET CARE, marking its 4th anniversary

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One of the biggest express delivery service providers in the Philippines, J&T Express, celebrates its fourth year in the country and kicks off with surprises, especially for its employees nationwide.

Despite being a newcomer in the express delivery industry in the Philippines in 2019, since then, the company bravely faced challenges and achieved several recognitions.

Over the years, J&T Express has already had expansive nationwide coverage—with most e-commerce platforms and MSMEs putting it on top of their lists as their chosen courier.

“[The] difficulties and trials [we faced] are not to be feared, we take these as opportunities and a driving force for progress. With the normalization of the pandemic, online shopping has become the choice of more customers as the company ushered in new development. We seized the opportunity to continue making broader partnerships with large e-commerce platforms, and we actively support double-day and payday promotions,” said Dean Ding, President and CEO of J&T Express Philippines.

Fast forward to four years, and the company continues to expand its nationwide coverage and vehicle fleet to further improve its services for Filipinos. Currently, J&T Express now has over 2,500 branches, close to 50,000 service personnel, and more than 2,000 owned trucks and vehicles.

“As we aim to achieve more, we need to be reminded that success is a journey, not a destination. We know J&T Express [Philippines] still has a long way to go. We will continue and improve our express delivery service, and we will invest in more advanced technologies and equipment to improve timeliness,” Mr. Ding continues.

In addition to the company’s known reputation for providing last-mile express deliveries on time, J&T Express is no stranger when it comes to helping communities and families in need. This March, J&T Express proudly shares that it has already launched JET CARE for all of its employees.

“With JET CARE, eligible employees can avail of the assistance that will be able to help with their financial needs. I hope they understand that no matter how challenging life can be, the company will always be here for you,” Ding concludes.

J&T Express regional management team along with J&T Express Philippines CEO Dean Ding (fifth from left)

J&T Express launched JET CARE Philippines on its fourth-anniversary event spearheaded by the company’s regional general managers and J&T Express PH CEO Dean Ding. JET CARE Philippines aims to provide help to J&T employees nationwide who need assistance, which is in line with the logistics courier’s core values.

JET CARE started in Indonesia on July 14, 2017. This year, J&T Express Philippines initiated and launched the JET CARE program as it aims to help its employees who are experiencing difficulties in life—may it be financial assistance for a critical illness, education, etc. J&T Express will provide these assistances which are coming from the company’s funds and donations from their management.

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About J&T Express

J&T Express is a global logistics service provider with leading express delivery businesses in Southeast Asia and China, the largest and fastest-growing markets in the world. Founded in 2015, J&T Express' network spans thirteen countries, including Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Cambodia, Singapore, China, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Mexico, Brazil, and Egypt. Adhering to its “customer-oriented and efficiency-based” mission, J&T Express is committed to providing customers with integrated logistics solutions through intelligent infrastructure and digital logistics network, as part of its global strategy to connect the world with greater efficiency and bring logistical benefits to all.

foodpanda Philippines Wins Silver in the 2022 Marketing Excellence Awards

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Online food and grocery delivery platform foodpanda clinched a Silver Award at the 2022 Marketing Excellence Awards for its #Cravingfor Emoji Engine campaign on Twitter.

The ad campaign, which ran on the social media platform from October 22 to November 30, 2021 and facilitated by Entravision MediaDonuts, is one of three grand winners in the Excellence in Social Media Marketing category.

According to Lorelei Olalia, Head of Integrated Marketing Communications of foodpanda Philippines, the objective of the campaign was to strengthen the connection of their brand with Filipino foodies. “We turned to Twitter knowing that its food-related conversations can help us reach foodpanda’s target audience and delight them in a unique way even in the crowded food delivery service landscape.”

Through Entravision MediaDonuts, the advertising arm of Twitter in the Philippines, foodpanda created a phased campaign that aimed to drive massive awareness and fuel engagement through Twitter’s innovative execution. The Emoji Engine, an #OnlyOnTwitter format, provided users an easy way to redeem vouchers and discover foodpanda’s partner restaurants in the Philippines.

foodpanda’s #Cravingfor Emoji Engine campaign generated a remarkable increase in conversations and in users talking about the brand. As a result, there was also a significant improvement in positive brand sentiments.

According to Guilherme de Moura Porto, Director of Growth at foodpanda Philippines, “At the heart of this campaign is our goal to build stronger relationships with our customers–whether attracting new app users or engaging existing ones. With exciting innovations such as Twitter’s Emoji Engine, we aim to provide customers with an exceptional experience unique to foodpanda while also driving core business objectives.

“Our deepest thanks to our agency partner Entravision MediaDonuts and Marketing Interactive for this outstanding recognition,” added de Moura Porto.

Anna Dy, Country Head of Entravision MediaDonuts Philippines, said, "At Entravision MediaDonuts we are thrilled to have a long-standing partnership with foodpanda, and are proud that this award-winning campaign came to fruition through our collaboration. This is truly a well-deserved recognition!," she concluded.

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About Entravision MediaDonuts

Entravision MediaDonuts is a leading digital marketing performance and branding solutions platform serving ten countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Our services include world-class commercial partnerships with Twitter, Spotify, Grab, TikTok, among others.

Entravision MediaDonuts is a business unit of Entravision, a leading global advertising, media and ad-tech solutions company connecting brands to consumers by representing top platforms and publishers. Learn more about our offerings at www.mediadonuts.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

PureGo is now Rappit! Online grocery store promises more rewards for shopping, more efficient deliveries

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Online grocery store Purego, a collaboration between the Puregold Group and Globe’s 917Ventures is now Rappit, the Filipinos’ new grocery shopping sidekick that promises more efficient deliveries and a better shopping experience.

Rappit, a play on words combining “wrap it” and rapid, is hopping into Filipino households with a more fun and exciting shopping experience plus greater rewards for their shopping.

With its rebrand, Rappit is embracing a bigger sense of purpose: to continue offering premium quality groceries at affordable prices, provide stellar user experience customization, and reward app users with exclusive perks and freebies. This is how Rappit aims to take delivery service to a whole new level.

“We are thrilled to introduce Rappit to online grocery shoppers. The app takes all the things users loved about PureGo, with the addition of even better customer service, access to reasonably priced product favorites, and exciting rewards every time you shop with us. We want to not only continue giving users a better shopping experience, but also change things up to keep online grocery shopping fresh and enjoyable!” said Rappit CEO Cindy Toh.

Globe President and CEO Ernest Cu, meanwhile, shared his excitement over the arrival of Rappit, seeing it as a game-changer in the online delivery space.

“Rappit stands out as a fresh, exciting and dynamic delivery brand that wants to give not just an excellent online shopping and delivery experience to its customers, but also reward them for using the service. This reflects the #AlagangGlobe brand of caring for people as we go about our business,” Cu said.

With Rappit, shoppers will get a more personalized service, with user-friendly navigation experience that will make online shopping feel like second nature. Using Rappit also promises to be more fun, with app users able to shop from a mix of shopping categories.

One of the things shoppers can look forward to with Rappit is the more rewarding experience it provides, and the many perks customers can enjoy. Expect to experience steals, deals, and freebies on the Rappit app!

In line with Globe’s commitment for innovation, the Rappit brand is a testament to the positive impact of technology in addressing everyday needs.

“As we go beyond the telco business and become a digital solutions platform that aims to address the challenges of the Filipino people, we are so excited to see how vast Rappit can contribute to this vision,” Cu said.

Puregold President Vincent Co, meanwhile, said Rappit’s mission is aligned with Puregold’s goal of providing Filipinos greater access to quality products for their daily needs.

“Puregold’s aim has always been to provide access to quality goods to the Filipinos. With Rappit, we aim to extend this purpose to more customers nationwide through the use of cutting edge technology. Puregold further reinforces its vision in providing a more rewarding online grocery experience for the Filipinos through the solutions that we are innovating,” said Co.

To use Rappit, visit its website on https://rappit.ph/. You may also download the app on Android here or iOS via this link.

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ABOUT RAPPIT

Rappit is your rewarding and most exciting grocery app! Offering over 6000 reputable and trusted products, serving 35 cities in the Philippines. Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. For more information and updates, visit rappit.ph.

Watch this video on our Instagram page to get to know us more.