2GO Levels Up as Logistics Demand in the Philippines Continues to Rise

As the Philippine economy gains momentum, one thing is becoming crystal clear: logistics is no longer just a support function—it’s a growth engine. As demand continues to surge across the country, 2GO is entering 2026 with bigger plans, smarter systems, and a renewed commitment to keeping people, goods, and businesses moving.

As the new year begins, 2GO is sharpening its focus on innovation, integration, and nationwide connectivity. From freight and express delivery to sea travel and digital fulfillment, the company is strengthening its capabilities to meet the evolving needs of a fast-expanding market.

A booming logistics landscape

The numbers tell a compelling story. The Philippine logistics market reached an estimated USD 55.65 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow by around 6 percent annually through 2030. What’s driving this momentum? Strong domestic consumption, improved infrastructure, and the rapid rise of digital commerce.

E-commerce, in particular, is reshaping the logistics playbook. With the local e-commerce sector expected to exceed USD 28 billion in 2025, businesses now require faster, more reliable, and more transparent delivery solutions—especially in a country made up of thousands of islands.

For 2GO, this growth presents both an opportunity and a responsibility.

“Our outlook for 2026 is anchored on building smarter and more responsive logistics solutions that support economic activity where it matters most,” said Frederic C. DyBuncio, President and CEO of 2GO Group Inc. “As the Philippine economy grows, logistics becomes even more essential.”

Powering e-commerce and beyond

To keep pace with online retail growth, 2GO continues to expand its express delivery and e-commerce fulfillment services. Nationwide pickup, sorting hubs, last-mile delivery, and real-time digital tracking are helping businesses—big and small—reach customers faster and more efficiently.

But 2GO’s role goes far beyond doorstep deliveries.

Its freight forwarding and specialized container services cater to industries with complex needs, including temperature-sensitive and customized cargo. These solutions are especially critical for manufacturers, agribusinesses, and exporters navigating inter-island and international trade.

Strength at sea, on land, and everywhere in between

One of 2GO’s biggest strengths lies in its multimodal logistics network. Through its sea-based logistics and ROPAX operations, the company connects major and secondary ports while transporting both passengers and essential cargo.

Recent investments in port infrastructure and expanded passenger terminals are boosting connectivity between Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao—supporting not just commerce but also the growing demand for inter-island mobility.

Making logistics simpler

As customer expectations continue to evolve, 2GO is doubling down on integration—bringing land, air, and sea logistics together into one connected, visible supply chain. Improving operational efficiency, maximizing asset use, and delivering customer-focused solutions remain at the core of its 2026 strategy.

“Growth today requires flexibility and integration,” DyBuncio shared. “Our priority is to make logistics simpler for our customers—whether they’re SMEs, large enterprises, or online sellers.”

Supporting national growth

Reliable logistics plays a vital role in economic resilience and inclusive development. By improving cargo flow, reducing handovers through point-to-point solutions, and strengthening inter-island connectivity, 2GO helps keep trade costs manageable while expanding market access for businesses nationwide.

As 2026 begins, 2GO reaffirms its commitment to supporting the country’s growth story—through dependable services, continuous innovation, and investments that strengthen mobility and trade.

“With the right infrastructure, partnerships, and people, logistics becomes a catalyst for national progress,” DyBuncio said—and that’s exactly the role 2GO aims to continue playing in the years ahead.

To learn more about 2GO and its services, visit www.2go.com.ph.

2GO Group Bags Two Honors at 2025 World Business Outlook Awards

2GO Group, Inc., one of the Philippines’ leading logistics and transport providers, has earned two major recognitions at the 2025 World Business Outlook Awards. The company was awarded the Outstanding Maritime and Shipping Services Award – Philippines 2025 and the Best Innovation in Freight and Cargo Solutions – Philippines 2025.

The World Business Outlook Awards program honors organizations worldwide for excellence in leadership, innovation, and industry impact. This year’s citations highlight 2GO’s continued efforts to elevate the country’s transport and logistics landscape.

2GO received the maritime services award for its strong operational performance, reliability, and contribution to strengthening the Philippine shipping sector. Its innovation award recognizes the company’s advancements in freight and cargo operations, particularly through technology-driven solutions, improved processes, and integrated logistics services.

“These recognitions affirm 2GO’s commitment to building a stronger and more connected Philippines,” said Frederic DyBuncio, President and CEO of 2GO Group, Inc. He added that the company remains dedicated to supporting commerce, tourism, and communities across the archipelago by continually modernizing and enhancing customer-focused services.

Will Howell, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of 2GO Group, Inc., said the awards come as the company accelerates the expansion of its logistics network and capabilities. “We are developing more efficient routes, forging strong partnerships, and investing in new facilities that will help industries thrive in an increasingly competitive environment,” he said.

2GO Group operates one of the country’s largest integrated supply chain networks, covering passenger and cargo shipping, freight forwarding, cold chain services, e-commerce logistics, and warehouse management. Its operations support key sectors, including retail, manufacturing, food, pharmaceuticals, and project logistics.

The recognitions further cement 2GO’s role as a major player in Philippine maritime and logistics services, underscoring its focus on operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.

 

DOST-TAPI Invites Filipinos to Empower Local Innovations Through Creative Advertising

The Gawad Alunig x Dalumat (GAxD) campaign to highlight local innovation

The Technology Application and Promotion Institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-TAPI) announces the Gawad Alunig x Dalumat (GAxD) campaign. This initiative rewards Filipinos who put the spotlight on local innovations.

The grand prize winner of the Gawad Alunig will take home PHP 75,000, while the first runner-up gets PHP 50,000. Three honorable mentions will receive PHP 25,000 per team, while one Gawad Alunig People’s Choice Award winner gets PHP 20,000.

The champion of Gawad Dalumat will win PHP 60,000, while two first runner-up entries will get PHP 25,000 per team. Three Best Innovation Stories will be awarded PHP 20,000 each, while one Gawad Dalumat People’s Choice Award will be given PHP 10,000.

Launched in 2022, the GAxD campaign aims to raise awareness of Filipino-developed technologies and highlight the creative potential of individuals. What makes the fourth edition of the GAxD campaign different from the previous ones is its emphasis on science visual storytelling through creative advertising.

This year, Gawad Alunig invites participants to transform underrated narratives into compelling short-form videos. Video entries must be three and a half minutes or less. This category honors compelling videos that leave an alunig or a resonating sound that inspires communities to support Filipino innovations and technologies.

MMeanwhile, Gawad Dalumat utilizes the power of photo essays to explore the uniqueness of local inventions in depth. Entries must be limited to four – six frames. This category honors profound thinking, or dalumat, that revels in curiosity and appreciation of local ingenuity.

Entries for the GAxD campaign can be sourced from local universities, research institutions, individual inventors, and startups. However, technologies featured must not be included in DOST-TAPI’s list (https://bit.ly/TAPI-AssistedTechs). This contest provides storytellers the opportunity to connect new or emerging innovators with DOST-TAPI and its programs.

AAll participants must like and follow the Facebook pages of @iINVENTPH, @TeKnowLohiya, and @DOST.TAPI. Entries must be submitted through the campaign’s submission links. Only entries submitted through the official submission links will be considered by the Department of Science and Technology – Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI).

Send your Gawad Alunig submissions using this link: https://bit.ly/GawadAlunigSubmissionLink. MMeanwhile, participants can submit their entries for Gawad Dalumat through the following link: bit.ly/GawadDalumatSubmissionLink. You must submit all entries by November 24, 2025, at the latest.

For complete GAxD guidelines, participants may visit the link: bit.ly/GAxD2025Guidelines. For more information about the GAxD campaign, please visit the DOST-TAPI website at TAPI.DOST.gov.ph and follow the DOST-TAPI Facebook page.

2GO Introduces Eco-Friendly Logistics with E-Trucks

2GO, the top provider of multimodal logistics solutions in the country, has taken a giant leap toward more environmentally friendly and sustainable logistics operations with the formal deployment of its first batch of electric vehicles.

L–R: Ethel Concepcion, Head of Corporate Marketing and Communications, 2GO Group, Inc.; Faye Alonzo, Business Unit Head, 2GO Forwarding; Allain Dick, Board Director, Eclimo Electric Management Inc.; Elizier Santiago, Senior Assistant Vice President and Head of Operations, 2GO Forwarding.

For many years, 2GO’s operations have revolved around sustainability. The company’s usage of electric forklifts in the warehouse, compliance with Euro 4 emission regulations for its land transportation fleet, and the integration of solar panels to generate renewable energy at critical facilities are all recent initiatives. Shipping operations remain one of the most ecologically responsible ways to transfer goods across great distances in the nation, and eco-friendly packing solutions are the norm. The integration of e-trucks deepens 2GO’s dedication to cutting down on carbon emissions without sacrificing efficiency.

The new electric vehicles are a testament of 2GO’s long-standing commitment to sustainability, according to Faye Alonzo, Head of 2GO’s Forwarding Business Unit. Our duty to the environment informs all of our actions, from running the warehouse to driving on the roadways. Logistics and sustainability are not mutually exclusive; e-trucks allow us to transport goods more effectively while drastically reducing our environmental impact.

New electric vehicles are more efficient, cleaner, and quieter than their gas-powered predecessors, and they can manage large loads of freight with ease. As a result, 2GO Forwarding will see a considerable decrease in emissions of greenhouse gases throughout both urban and intercity routes, as well as shorter delivery times and lower fuel costs.

By reaching this landmark, 2GO has solidified its position as a conscientious ally to both enterprises and communities, maintaining its position as the logistics industry leader in environmentally friendly technologies.

The Power of Flexible Learning: OEd (Online Education) Leads the Shift Toward a Future-Ready, Flexible Workforce

In today’s fast-moving world, Filipinos are expected to juggle everything at once—careers, family responsibilities, personal dreams, and the constant pursuit of a better life. With so much on our plates, education can no longer remain tied to fixed schedules or four walls. Learning must move with us, grow with us, and fit the reality we live every day. This is the driving force behind OEd (Online Education), a bold commitment to one transformative idea—education should adapt to you, not the other way around.

A Rebrand Rooted in Real Lives

Today’s learners, including working parents, young professionals, returning students, and global Filipinos, come from diverse backgrounds with equally diverse needs. OEd (Online Education) embraces this reality through a model built on three pillars:
• Start Anytime

• Extend Anytime

• Study at Your Own Pace

This approach breaks away from traditional semestral calendars and fixed timetables, aligning instead with how people actually live and learn today. For many Filipinos, this flexibility means education finally fits into their rhythm—whether studying after a night shift, catching up on modules during a quiet weekend, or opening lessons from a café or overseas. As countless student stories demonstrate, OEd (Online Education) serves as a supportive partner rather than a constraint.

A Strategic Shift for the Modern Workforce

FFrom a business perspective, the rebranding enhances the institution’s role in developing a skilled and future-ready workforce. As industries evolve and digital transformation accelerates, the need for continuous learning becomes essential.

OEd (Online Education) addresses this need with:
• Programs from SHS to Doctorate
• Industry-aligned curriculum
• 24/7 accessible learning systems
• Flexible pacing is ideal for working professionals

Since most Filipino learners are also breadwinners, employees, or entrepreneurs, earning a degree while remaining productive is a significant advantage. OEd (Online Education) supports economic mobility by making education more accessible, more flexible, and more aligned with real-world demands. Grounded in Modern Educational Principles: Beyond convenience, the rebrand reflects a deeper academic shift toward:

• Learner autonomy
• Asynchronous, self-paced learning
• Competency-based progression
• Improved accessibility for nontraditional students

This student-first philosophy is key to modern education. By empowering learners to control when and how they study, OEd (Online Education) promotes mastery, reduces stress, and removes long-standing barriers that once hindered thousands of Filipinos from earning a degree. Its extensive offering—spanning senior high school to doctoral programs—also creates a full learning ecosystem, allowing seamless academic progression in one institution. Stories That Reflect the Filipino Experience

What truly defines OEd (Online Education) are the people it serves:

• A call center agent studying during lunch breaks
• An OFW earning a degree abroad without sacrificing employment
• A parent returning to school after raising a family
• A creative professional balancing shoots, business tasks, and coursework

These are not extraordinary cases—they are the real faces of modern education in the Philippines.

The Future of Learning Is Flexible

As the Philippines advances in its digital shift, OEd (Online Education) leads the movement toward inclusive, adaptable, and responsive education. Its rebrand is more than a refreshed look; it is a renewed commitment to meet students where they are, support their goals, and ensure learning remains accessible to all. Goodbye Traditional, Hello Flexible is more than a declaration—it is a promise that your goals, your time, and your life matter.

Ready to take control of your future?

Start your journey with OEd (Online Education)—where your schedule, your goals, and your life come first. Enroll Anytime. Study Anywhere. Learn at Your Pace. Let your education move with you.

A Blockbuster Night: BDO Pay Hosts Exclusive ‘Meet, Greet & Bye’ World Premiere

The evening was brimming with excitement. BDO endorsers Belle Mariano and Piolo Pascual (left photo)—who play Geri and Tupe Facundo in ‘Meet, Greet & ’Bye’—pumped up the crowd with a fun groupie inside a packed Cinema 2 at SM Megamall—a clear sign of the excitement around the film and its partnership with BDO.

 

The cheers grew even louder when JK Labajo (right photo), who plays Leo Facundo, made a surprise appearance to greet the audience. Joining the Facundos onstage were BDO leaders Dave Khodr and Genie T. Gloria, making the world premiere a celebration shared by fans, partners, and the wider BDO community.

 

The event celebrated the Filipino family. Roy L. Villareal, Senior Vice President of BDO Digital Banking, opened the program by highlighting how meaningful it is for BDO to support a movie that honors Filipino families. He shared that, similar to the film, BDO is committed to making its products and services more accessible to every Filipino household—regardless of their location.

 

Talagang Kabayan is successful. Genie T. Gloria, who is the Senior Vice President and Head of BDO Remittance, stands in the center with members of the Digital Customer Experience team. Their strong collaboration not only helped make the premiere a success but also continues to strengthen BDO’s commitment to making banking easier and more accessible for OFWs and their families around the world.