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June 24, 2022

J&T Express Launches Network in Egypt, Further Expanding Global Footprint

Cairo, Egypt - J&T Express ("J&T"), an international express logistics company, announced that it has officially launched its network in Egypt. This is another major step in J&T's expansion in the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region, following the Company’s launch of the network in the UAE and Saudi Arabia and announcement of establishing a smart logistics park in Riyadh. This latest expansion brings J&T Express’ global network coverage to a total of thirteen countries, expanding its global delivery network to Africa markets beyond Asia and Latin America.

E-commerce in the MENA region is fast catching up with global powerhouses. Egypt, as the most populous Arabic country, represents one of the most diversified economies in the MENA region. The total revenue of ecommerce in Egypt reportedly reached $5 billion in 2021. In line with the National e-Commerce Strategy, Egypt aspires to harness the power of e-commerce to help catalyze innovation, growth, and social prosperity in the digital economy. The rapidly growing e-commerce market presents significant opportunities for the express logistics industry. J&T Express has established one sorting center and 10 distribution centers, with its distribution network covering the full country except the North Sinai military command area. Following the company’s entry into Latin America earlier this year, it is an important step for the company to continue to further cultivate emerging markets and expand its strategic global footprint.

J&T Express Expands MENA network coverage to include Egypt

Charles Hou, Group Vice President of J&T Express, said, " J&T is an independent e-commerce enabler, offering express delivery solutions to leading e-commerce platforms. By leveraging our expertise of providing efficient and convenient services through our growing global operation network, J&T Express is set to contribute to the faster development of e-commerce in the MENA market and the launch in Egypt bears testament to our commitment to the region. “

Patrick Chen, Head of J&T Express Egypt, said, "In view of rapidly increasing internet penetration, the Egyptian market is well-positioned to tap on existing opportunities to further e-commerce development. J&T Express is excited to establish a refined service network in Egypt and offer an efficient, convenient and quality logistics experience to local retailers and customers."

Meanwhile, CEO of J&T Express Philippines Dean Ding is proud to share another milestone of J&T Express. From our recent Brazil launch, now, we are building stronger presence in the Middle East with our newly launched network in Egypt. We, at J&T Express Philippines, are excited about this another expansion and we are proud that we have successfully penetrated MENA region. More countries from the Middle East can now experience and enjoy J&T Expressperience xpansion and we are proud th.”

With its network launch in Egypt, J&T Express' network now spans thirteen countries including Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Cambodia, Singapore, China, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Mexico, Brazil and Egypt, and serves over 2.5 billion people. Since its official launched in the Philippines in 2019, J&T Express continues to be one of the fastest and most reliable delivery service in the country. For more information, you may visit www.jtexpress.ph.

Maker of world’s first COVID-19-safe water purifier opens flagship store in PH

Get a chance to win free installation and exciting discounts with ASG’s Drink and Win promo

Aqua SmartGuard Philippines CEO and President Yoni Saar and COO and Country Manager

Windy Goffe-Gomez grace ASG’s flagship store opening in Mall of Asia, Pasay City

Waterlogic, the company behind the innovative water purification technology of Aqua SmartGuard (ASG), further expands its foothold in NCR with the opening of its flagship store. This new store, located at the second level of Mall of Asia Square (bridgeway to IKEA), Pasay City, serves as a milestone reflecting the company’s commitment to the Philippine market and will bring Aqua SmartGuard’s water solutions closer and more accessible to Filipino families for guaranteed safe and high-quality drinking water.

“We are proud of the work that we have put into our expansion in the Philippines as we stay true to our vision of transforming drinking water for every Filipino with Aqua SmartGuard,” said ASG Chief Operating Officer and Country Manager Windy Goffe-Gomez, who led the ribbon cutting ceremony along with ASG Philippines CEO and President Yoni Saar.

Better water, better life

Waterlogic may be a new player in the local water industry market but it has been providing trusted and reliable water service to over 50 million households and offices in more than 70 countries for the past 30 years. In the Philippines, Waterlogic has established branches at Trinoma, Greenbelt and SM Megamall.

The company’s latest innovation and top offering, the Aqua SmartGuard WL cube unit, is built with state-of-the-art Firewall UVC technology and BioCote antimicrobial surface protection. These patented world-class technologies keep both the water and machine safe from viruses -- even the COVID-19 virus -- bacteria, contaminants, and unpleasant tastes and odors.

The Aqua SmartGuard is trusted by experts in the industry. It meets Energy Star standards and is recognized and certified by international health organizations such as the Water Quality Association (WQA) and the Water Regulatory Advisory Scheme (WRAS).

Keen to reach more Filipinos to support their need for safe and quality drinking water, Waterlogic continues to expand its presence with store openings and collaborations. Just recently, Waterlogic brought Aqua SmartGuard to the Trendsetter's X Home Buddies Bazaar at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.

“The market’s reception has been positive so far, which is why we continue to broaden our market and boost our accessibility. The goal is for Aqua SmartGuard to be part of every Filipino household and workplaces and be integrated into the healthy lifestyle of families and safety measures of companies for employees returning on-site,” added Goffe-Gomez.

Drink and Win

To bring its water solutions even closer to more Filipinos, Aqua SmartGuard has recently announced its Drink and Win promo to roll out the entire year of 2022.

Participants can get a chance to win a free installation fee worth Php5,900, a 50 percent installation fee discount or a free half-year membership worth Php8,940. To join, visit Aqua SmartGuard’s website or Facebook page and fill out the promotion form.

GSMI leads World Gin Day celebration in PH with ‘Gin Bar Crawl’ challenge

After more than two years of pandemic disruptions, Ginebra San Miguel Inc. (GSMI), the maker of the world’s no. 1 selling gin, returns to celebrate World Gin Day (WGD) in true Ginebra fashion. The celebration consists of month-long activities, highlighted by a media launch on June 10 to kick off the nationwide Gin Bar Crawl challenge that starts on June 11.

Held every second Saturday of June, WGD was first celebrated on June 13, 2009, in Birmingham, England. GSMI led the first WGD celebration in the Asia Pacific region in 2014, coinciding with the 180th anniversary of its flagship brand, Ginebra San Miguel. Since then, the WGD celebration in the Philippines has become a much-awaited, month-long event for gin enthusiasts.

On June 10, four of the country’s top professional mixologists take centerstage to craft one-of-a-kind cocktails based on GSMI’s gin products. It promises to be an unforgettable gin experience, stirring up the senses.

GIN BAR CRAWL

People who are trooping back to the bars after a long hiatus are in for an exciting and unique experience with the Gin Bar Crawl challenge. Gin lovers are invited to try five specially-concocted signature drinks made with GSMI gin products (Ginebra San Miguel, GSM Blue, GSM Premium Gin, and 1834 Premium Distilled Gin) or buy a GSMI featured product at any of the 30 partner establishments nationwide on June 11, 17, 18, 24, and 25 from 6 p.m. to 12 midnight.

Participants will be given a Gin Passport with five sticker slots. All they need to do is buy the five different signature WGD cocktails from the partner bars and have their Gin Passports stamped with five corresponding stickers. One drink is equivalent to one sticker. Those who complete five stickers will receive a WGD Finisher Pack, consisting of three GSMI products, and a finisher T-shirt.

GIN IS IN: COOL, CLEAR, AND VERSATILE

The gin-drinking culture is very much alive in many countries, especially in Europe. Gin has been around since the 17th century but it has remained popular, hip, and loved by many to this day. The enduring fame of the drink can be attributed to its cool vibe.

The rise of the craft gin movement has also spurred a collection of unique blends that everyone — especially the young, can enjoy. Gin’s clear, pure quality is derived from a rigorous distillation process that brings out its best flavors. Gin is also an ideal drink for its versatility, as it can be enjoyed straight or mixed with other ingredients in a cocktail. With an abundance of flavors and accessibility, gin continues to be an all-time favorite among spirits.

In the Philippines, gin is synonymous with brand Ginebra San Miguel. It is the country’s pioneering gin and the oldest consumer brand still in the market today.

The brand, already an award winner as early as the late 1900s, was originally a drink for the wealthy—popular among both peninsulares and insulares. To this day, Ginebra San Miguel continues its legacy of excellence. Its white spirits line has been a consistent Gold Quality Label awardee of the Monde Selection International Quality Institute.

Reaping accolades both locally and internationally, Ginebra San Miguel is the epitome of excellence. Every bottle of Ginebra San Miguel goes through a stringent production process to ensure optimal quality. As a testament to the strength of its brand name, variants such as GSM Blue, GSM Blue Flavors, and Ginebra San Miguel Premium Gin, have been introduced to cater to different market segments.

NEW INNOVATIONS

GSMI continues to innovate and cater to the varied tastes of its different markets.

Among its latest creations is the 1834 Premium Distilled Gin. Infused with classic juniper berries, and unique Philippine botanicals such as Sampaguita and Calamansi, 1834 appeals to sophisticated tastes.

Another exciting new product from the GSM Blue Flavors is the GSM Blue Cosmopolitan. This new flavor is a mix of sweet and tangy notes from Cranberries and Lime. Patrons of the GSM Premium Gin will also have a more exquisite experience with its new look and enhanced flavor of natural ingredients such as juniper berries, botanical essences, and citrus flavors.

GSMI also previously released the Ginebra San Miguel Hari, a 1-liter version of the flagship brand, Ginebra San Miguel that is designed for group drinking. Packaged in a bigger Frasco or Kwatro Kantos, the Hari is the perfect size for a barkada or family of four to five. The Ginebra San Miguel Hari also bears the Ginebra San Miguel label with the iconic St. Michael logo made by National Artist Fernando Amorsolo.

“Through our World Gin Day activities, we hope that more Filipinos will gain a deeper appreciation of gin and enjoy a unique gin-drinking experience made more special by GSMI’s world-class products,” said GSMI Marketing Manager Ron Molina.

Apart from the Gin Bar Crawl challenge, other WGD activities include online videos on the gin attributes and gin-drinking experience as well as pocket events on June 11 in Baguio, Naga, Cebu, and Davao to drum up the celebration.

GSMI is the producer of Ginebra San Miguel, the world’s largest-selling gin according to leading global drinks journal Drinks International. GSMI’s other quality distilled spirits include GSM Blue Light Gin, GSM Blue Mojito, GSM Blue Margarita, GSM Blue Gin Pomelo, Ginebra San Miguel Premium Gin, 1834 Premium Distilled Gin, Antonov Vodka, Añejo Gold Rum, Primera Light Brandy, and the Philippines’ no. 1 Chinese wine Vino Kulafu.

Eminem, Måneskin, Diplo, Swae Lee, Kacey Musgraves, and more, add prestige to the ELVIS OST

Sony Music Philippines, in partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures and Ayala Malls, pay tribute to the songs from the biopic with performances from the country’s top OPM acts

ELVIS is out now on Philippine cinemas this week

The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack of Baz Luhrmann’s 2022 film, ELVIS is set to arrive on all digital music platforms this June 24, 2022 (Friday) via RCA Records/Sony Music.

Aside from the classic Presley cuts originally recorded by the rock superstar, the compilation will also feature previously released tracks by Doja Cat, Eminem, and Måneskin, as well as reimagined versions by Tame Impala, Jazmine Sullivan, Swae Lee & Diplo, Kacey Musgraves, and more.

Austin Butler, the American actor who plays the titular role, contributes four tracks in the soundtrack, including “Trouble,” a remake of Presley’s bluesy 1958 smash.

Other prominent songs highlighted in the OST include Måneskin’s version of Elvis Presley ’s “If I Can Dream,” Eminem and CeeLo Green’s collaborative track “The King and I,” Swae Lee and Diplo’s recently dropped tune “Tupelo Shuffle,” and Doja Cat’s Billboard Hot 100 hit “Vegas,” whose extravagant and colorful visuals earned widespread acclaim from critics and fans.

ELVIS is an epic, big-screen spectacle from visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann that explores the life and music of Elvis Presley (Austin Butler) through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks).

The soundtrack features Elvis’s extraordinary body of work spanning the 1950s, `60s and `70s, while also celebrating his diverse musical influences and enduring impact on popular artists today.

Complete track list:

1. Suspicious Minds (Vocal Intro) - Elvis Presley

2. Also Sprach Zarathustra/American Trilogy - Elvis Presley

3. Vegas - Doja Cat

4. The King and I - Eminem & CeeLo Green

5. Tupelo Shuffle - Swae Lee & Diplo

6. I Got A Feelin’ In My Body - Elvis Presley and Stuart Price

7. Craw-Fever - Elvis Presley

8. Don't Fly Away (PNAU Remix) - Elvis Presley & PNAU

9. Can't Help Falling in Love - Kacey Musgraves

10. Product of the Ghetto - Nardo Wick

11. If I Can Dream - Måneskin

12. Cotton Candy Land - Stevie Nicks & Chris Isaak

13. Baby, Let's Play House - Austin Butler

14. I'm Coming Home (Film Mix) - Elvis Presley

15. Hound Dog - Shonka Dukureh

16. Tutti Frutti - Les Greene

17. Strange Things Are Happening Every Day - Yola

18. Hound Dog - Austin Butler

19. Let It All Hang Out - Denzel Curry

20. Trouble - Austin Butler

21. I Got A Feelin’ In My Body - Lenesha Randolph

22. Edge of Reality (Tame Impala Remix) - Elvis Presley & Tame Impala

23. Summer Kisses/In My Body - Elvis Presley

24. ’68 Comeback Special (Medley) - Elvis Presley

25. Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child - Jazmine Sullivan

26. If I Can Dream - Elvis Presley

27. Any Day Now - Elvis Presley

28. Power of My Love - Elvis Presley & Jack White

29. Vegas Rehearsal/That's All Right - Austin Butler & Elvis Presley

30. Suspicious Minds - Elvis Presley

31. Polk Salad Annie (Film Mix) - Elvis Presley

32. Burning Love (Film Mix) - Elvis Presley

33. It's Only Love - Elvis Presley

34. Suspicious Minds - Paravi

35. In the Ghetto (World Turns Remix) - Elvis Presley & Nardo Wick

36. Unchained Melody - Elvis Presley

The ELVIS biopic recently opened in Philippine cinemas last June 22, 2022.

To promote Baz Luhrmann’s "ELVIS" movie and the “ELVIS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)” to the Filipino audience, Sony Music Philippines, in partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures and Ayala Malls, will be holding a mall show at the Activity Center of Ayala Malls Fairview Terraces on June 26 (Sunday). Dubbed ELVIS: Celebrating His Life Through Music and More, the music event will feature songs from the movie itself, as well as performances from some of the country’s top music acts: EJ De Perio, Jarlo Base, Mars Mango, and Nobody’s Home.

Pre-save ELVIS Original Motion Picture Soundtrack: https://elvis.lnk.to/soundtrackpreorder

UNIQLO Launches Roger Federer RF Graphic T-shirts

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO today announces the launch of the RF graphic T-shirt featuring the RF logo, created by its Global Brand Ambassador Roger Federer, a mark long beloved by fans. Items will be available at select UNIQLO stores and through the uniqlo.com online store from Monday, June 27. These T-shirts are made in high-quality materials with a simple, refined design and are available in white and black.

These RF Graphic T-shirt are the second round of products featuring the RF logo, following the RF cap launched in December 2020. Roger Federer and the UNIQLO design team held extensive discussions to create a T-shirt that reflects Roger’s exacting standards, from the selection of the material to the design and silhouette produced when the shirt is worn. The shirt is made with high-quality Supima® cotton, designed with a pocket on the left-hand breast casually adorned with the RF mark. The shirt is available in white and black color variations to fit a wide variety of lifestyles.

Roger Federer commented:

“The RF logo has always been important to me as a way to bring a sense of connection and community to my fans. In developing a product to follow the RF cap, we decided on a t-shirt for fans to wear in ways to suit their own lifestyle. I am so happy to be able to launch this RF graphic t-shirt with UNIQLO and hope that people around the world will enjoy wearing it.”