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Pursuit of a more biker-inclusive SM yields Record-breaking 36 wins from DOTr, Mobility Awards

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  When the pandemic put the country in a standstill, many of the everyday yet vital services Filipinos had access to were revoked—one of which was transportation.   The absence of public transportation due to social distancing effectively limited every household's capability to commute for essentials, and many relied on biking as their lifeline.    Recognizing the urgency in supporting its customers and surrounding communities during the challenges of the pandemic, SM Supermalls strengthened the drive for Active Mobility across all of its malls nationwide. Since then, the mall leader has become a home and advocate for Active Mobility, remaining consistent in forging spaces that not only accommodate, but protect bikers.    Because of this effort, SM has won the trust and confidence of its stakeholders in advocating for sustainable travel, culminating in a record-breaking 34-win citation at the 2025 Mobility awards.    "What began as a heartfelt ini...

The Art of Self-Luvin’ with SM Supermalls

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  Can you feel it? Love is in the air! But it’s not the kind that sweeps you off your feet, just the love that feels safe, warm, and homey. Self love, of course! Hey self-lovers, consider this a sign for you to slow down and to show yourself some well-deserved LUUUUV. Because this Heart’s Day, it’s no longer just about romance, it’s about keeping your heart happy, healthy, and glowing. Through the melody of Olivia Dean , it really is so easy to fall in love— especially with the person who’s been with you through it all. And at your most loved mall, self-care comes as easy. Because from beauty essentials to wellness musts, we’re here to help you lean into the soft life, effortlessly unbothered. So mark your calendars, set the vibe, and celebrate love your way because #LuvIsYourVibeAtSM. STEP 1: Cleanse Out Your Worries Love needs breathin’, so let your self-LUV journey start with a clean base. Let go of the overthinking, the stress, and everything that’s been weighing you down. R...

SM Supermalls Brings February Job Fairs Nationwide, Making Job Search Easier for Filipinos

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  President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. checks partners’ booths during the previous SM Job Fair in December 2025, engaging with employers and jobseekers and underscoring the shared commitment to making employment more accessible for Filipinos. MANILA, Philippines – SM Supermalls  rolls out its February SM Job Fairs nationwide, enabling community opportunities through accessible employment channels making the application process faster and more convenient, All For job-hunting Filipinos. Held across SM malls, the monthly #SMJobFair series connects jobseekers with employers from retail, services, logistics, manufacturing, and other key industries.   Hundreds of jobseekers gather at SM City Cabanatuan as SM Supermalls holds a job fair in celebration of the Banatu Festival, marking the city’s 76th founding anniversary and turning local festivities into real employment opportunities. Just got hired! A job seeker beams with pride after landing a new job during the Job Fair at...

Feed Your Empty PET Bottles into SM’s New Green Recycling Machines

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  Your empty PET bottles have somewhere better to go than landfills—and SM is taking them there. Through the newly-deployed Green Recycling Machines (GR Machines), SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime) uses the nationwide reach of SM Supermalls to make sustainable action easy, accessible, and rewarding for mallgoers all over the country. "The GR Machines enrich the SM Group's existing waste management efforts under the SM Green Movement," said SM Supermalls President, Steven Tan. "Through the deployment of these machines, we hope to collaborate with our customers in caring for the environment by helping recycle PET bottles whenever they enter their most loved SM Supermalls." Each GR Machine can be operated with ease by any user and can accept PET bottles up to two liters. Together, the GR Machines nationwide can collectively hold up to 5,000 bottles in one collection cycle which are compressed in-machine. The compressed PET blocks are then collected and given a seco...

SM amplifies grassroots ice sports development through third hosting of SEA Trophy: Largest turn out and PH wins in three years signals growing pool of future skating champions

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    MANILA , Philippines, 14 January 2026 - With the Southeast Asian (SEA) Open Short Track Speed Skating trophy's Philippine return, SM hopes the country's success at the international derby captures a crucial window of opportunity to further enrich local skating talent.    Designed as an entry-level international competition, the SEA Trophy gives young and emerging skaters the opportunity to compete, learn, and gain exposure on a friendly yet structured stage. “We are thrilled with the results of the latest season of this international competition,” said Joseph Silva, Senior Assistant Vice President for SM Skating. “Since its inaugural run, we’ve seen steady growth in participation, and this year marks our highest turnout yet, along with the country’s strongest medal haul to date. Coupled with the surge of interest in ice sports following the Philippines’ recent SEA Games successes, we see this as a pivotal moment to spotlight the potential of our young, emerging a...