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Why Smart Money Is Looking First at Electric Moto-Taxis in the Philippines

Smart capital in the Philippines is increasingly looking first at electric moto-taxis as the fastest-moving layer of clean mobility, driven by utilization economics rather than vehicle size. With motorcycles completing far more trips per day than private cars, two-wheel electrification delivers quicker payback and scale—now being tested at platform level by operators like Xpress Super […]

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Xpress Super App Leads Electric Moto-Taxi Shift with Backing from Aboitiz Power Group and Longtime Partner Cebuana Lhuillier

Xpress Super App is advancing the Philippines’ transition to cleaner transport by scaling an electric moto-taxi model through the integration of VOLTAI, an EV motorcycle brand under the Aboitiz Power Group. Backed by longtime partner Cebuana Lhuillier, the initiative positions electric two-wheel mobility as a commercially viable, platform-led solution for high-frequency urban transport. Manila, Philippines

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Weather-related disasters can sway votes but won’t deliver climate action, study shows

A new study shows that, despite fires, floods and record heat, most Australians do not change their behaviour or beliefs in response to climate change – except in a narrow window following a disaster. Lead author Dr Omid Ghasemi from the UNSW Institute for Climate Risk & Response (ICRR) says the study set out to answer a central question in

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ASUENE Conducts Pre-Event GHG Emissions Measurement for Tokyo Marathon 2026, Making It Japan’s First Marathon to Disclose Full Scope 1-3 Emissions

ASUENE Inc., in collaboration with the Tokyo Marathon Foundation, has conducted a pre-event measurement of total GHG emissions associated with the operation of Tokyo Marathon 2026. This initiative represents the first milestone of a three-year sustainability partnership spanning from 2026 to 2028. The measurement estimates total GHG emissions for the event at 26,029 t-CO2. Conducted

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Why Documentation Determines How Fast Foreign Investors Can Enter Indonesia

Indonesia continues to attract foreign investors drawn by its scale, digital growth, and strategic position in Southeast Asia. Yet for many, the biggest determinant of success is not market demand or capital strength—it is speed. More specifically, how quickly an investor can move from interest to legal market entry. In Indonesia, that speed is largely

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Conglomerate-Backed EV Moto-Taxis Move Toward Commercial-Scale Deployment in the Philippines

Electric moto-taxis in the Philippines are moving from pilot programs to commercial-scale deployment, led by Xpress Super App’s integration of VOLTAI electric motorcycles under the Aboitiz Group, with Cebuana Lhuillier enabling broader adoption through financial access. The move signals that two-wheel electrification—backed by platform demand, conglomerate support, and fintech rails—is emerging as the fastest, most

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Earthworm Foundation and JASPO Partner to Strengthen Ethical Recruitment in Sabah’s Palm Oil Sector

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 30 January 2026 – Earthworm Foundation and the Sabah Jurisdictional Approach for Sustainable Palm Oil (JASPO) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on strengthening ethical recruitment practices across Sabah’s palm oil sector, with a particular focus on supporting smallholders and medium-sized palm oil producers. The collaboration aims to enhance

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European poultry – a stable partner for Filipino consumers and importers

Manila, 28 January, 2026 – As part of the information and promotion campaign co-financed by the European Union “European Poultry – From Our Farms to Your Tables” Filipino consumers and business partners have the opportunity to learn more about the distinguishing features of poultry meat from the European Union: safety, high quality, concern for animal

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PetroSync Training: Join Reliability and Maintenance Program for Sustainable Assets

Boost asset reliability & cut costs with PetroSync Reliability & Maintenance training. Stay ahead of competitors and maximize team productivity. Why Your Assets Can’t Afford Downtime Imagine your production line halting unexpectedly. Every minute of downtime costs thousands—sometimes millions—of dollars. Unfortunately, this scenario isn’t just hypothetical; companies that ignore reliability and maintenance best practices often

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Karaoke Manekineko Introduces “Buy 2 Free 1” Buffet Promotion

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – 23 January 2026 – Karaoke Manekineko Malaysia is delighted to introduce a new variation of its Manekineko Buffet promotion with a limited-time Buy 2 Free 1 offer. Starting 23 January, customers who purchase two buffet packages will receive one additional package free, making it ideal for group gatherings, celebrations, and karaoke enthusiasts seeking extra value.

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