Eastern Communications amplifies High Tech and High Touch initiatives

Telco strengthens ICT solutions and customer experience

Eastern Communications Vice President & Head of Product and Innovation Edsel Paglinawan tackles the evolution of Eastern’s connectivity and ICT solutions and identifies hero products that are most relevant to specific business industries.

Philippine premier telecommunications company Eastern Communications continues to champion its high-tech and high-touch promise, as it fortifies its offerings with up-to-date digital essentials and a more personalized customer experience.

Eastern Communications partners with AICI and ANZCHAM to champion diversity in Pride Month Celebration

In line with the Pride Month celebration this June, Eastern Telecommunications Philippines Inc. (ETPI) advocates for diversity in the workplace by partnering with the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI) and the Australian-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines (ANZCHAM) in a series of events that highlights gender equality and the power to voice out gender expression.

The month-long initiative includes Eastern Communications support for AICI’s Pride Month webinar entitled “Proud with Pride: An LGBTQ+ Life Journey,” on June 24 at 9PM PH Time (8:00 AM Central Standard Time). The online talk aims to promote a world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. The telecommunications company also announced that they pledged to become members of the Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) Council of ANZCHAM.

Eastern Communication expands services to Bicol

Empowers Bicolanos to emerge stronger with connectivity and digital solutions

Premier Philippine telecommunications Eastern Communications recently expanded its footprint in Bicol as part of its continued commitment to provide strong connections and empower businesses from different parts of the country.

As Eastern Communications enters the market of Sorsogon, Naga and Legazpi, it celebrated the event by launching its trademark webinar known as “Via Eastern: Forging Strong Connections''. The telco officially announced the availability of their world-class products and services, ranging from connectivity, data, and collaboration solutions for the locals in the province of Bicol. The expansion is in accordance with their goal of democratizing technology in the country to help businesses of all sizes emerge stronger in 2022.

Eastern Communications, Newisland Media Vision Inc. seal partnership to provide reliable connectivity solutions in Batangas

From right to left seated, Ruel Juan the Operations Manager, Eusebio “Boy” Magnaye the President & Chairman of Newisland Media Vision, Inc. For Eastern Anthony Co Head of Regional Sales, Tonie Casas Head of Strategic Marketing. Right to left standing, Jhonas De Claro Executive Account Manager and Edmar Alday Head of Luzon Regional Operations.

Eastern Communications, one of the premier telecommunications companies in the country, continues its goal of democratizing technology across the country as it sealed a partnership with Batangas-based CATV operator, Newisland Media Vision, Inc.

Eastern Communications’ “Our Strongest Stand” event celebrates resiliency amidst a challenging year

Eastern Communications, one of the premier telecommunications companies in the country, ended the year with a celebration of Filipino resiliency with “Our Strongest Stand,” a milestone appreciation night for its customers.

Attended by over 300 guests from Filipino enterprises across the country, the evening was a celebration of the bold resolve to rise up and a recognition of brave comebacks as another challenging year draws to a close. The triumphant event offered performances from iconic rock band Mayonnaise and exciting raffle prizes, making it a night to remember. 

Eastern Communications and the Perlas Spikers teams up for the Beach Volleyball Republic

The Beach Volleyball Republic tournament is kicking off once more after 2 years of hiatus due to the pandemic. Fearless players are coming together to bring a sense of normality to viewers through volleyball. In that same spirit, collaborating for the first time are the Perlas Spikers and Eastern Communications, joining together to become the Eastern Communications Perlas Spikers.

Embodying Eastern Communications' strong and fearless persona, Perlas Spikers, is one of the distinguished women's volleyball teams in the Philippines and will be partaking in the BVR Tournament. They are resilient players who successfully became part of the 2021 Premier Volleyball League Open Conference that occurred last July at Laoag, Ilocos Norte.

Eastern Communications empowers businesses to stride forward with “Eastern Transcendence Summit”

Eastern Transcendence Summit Hosts, Carla Barretto
 and Ivanna Pacis together with Eastern Communications
 Product and Innovation Head Edsel Paglinawan
and Sales Head, Michael Castañeda

Eastern Communications, one of the premier telecommunications companies in the country, recently concluded its groundbreaking virtual event entitled “Eastern Transcendence Summit” graced by global and local industry leaders to empower businesses as they stride forward. 

Continuing its commitment to support companies amid the widespread disruption brought about by the pandemic, the Eastern Transcendence Summit addressed the needs for businesses to achieve agility, resiliency, productivity, and more through leveraging technology. 

Dear Survivor Of The Still Uncertain World

How Are you?

Hello, how are you?

Yes, I am you but I come from deep inside. I am a truth beyond the smile and resilience that you show to the world because you have been the model of strength. Let's talk for a while and discuss the things you have gone through in the past year. You may be still at home but you have gone through a lot. Sometimes it almost brakes your spirit, but you are still here, and you are still fighting.

I know you are a good guy in general with rare quirks and mischief. But generally you are good, which keeps you on the right track. But can we talk about last year again? It was quite an exciting string of events that led you through things you never expected.

Remember that last year we got to eventually ease up with the lockdown and somehow we are getting invites to online events to have that feel that this will be the new normal. You can now go further with transportation now available. At some point, we were able to cross the bridge to Makati which was the furthest you went to. 

Eastern Communications gets four recognitions at the 18th IABC Philippine Quill Awards

Premier telecommunications company Eastern Communications receives four recognitions at the recently concluded 18th IABC Philippine Quill Virtual Awards Night.  

Their winning entries include Happy Eastern: Supporting Employees Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic for Communication Management Division, garnering awards under both the Internal Communication and Employee Engagement Categories; Connected: Eastern Communications' #SafeAndStrongAtHome video series during the COVID-19 pandemic under Communication Skills Division, Audio/Visual Category; and Celebrating Customer Loyalty: The Eastern Link VIP Club Anniversary Event under Communication Skills Division, Special and Experiential Events Category.  

Eastern Communications grew 7% in 2020

World-class digital solutions and excellent customer service applauded

Despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on many industries, premier telecommunications company Eastern Communications reported a 7% growth from 2019. 

The company attributed this growth to increased subscribers acquiring single to multiple services such as work from home productivity tools, residential internet, and enterprise connectivity due to the sudden rise of demand for internet service as people adapt to the new normal.   

Eastern Communications celebrates National Heroes Day with City of Manila

For more than a century, Eastern Communications, one of the country’s premier telecommunications companies, has been part of nation building fighting alongside Filipinos for stronger tomorrow by providing world-class services. 

Now that the country is facing yet another challenging situation due to the pandemic, Eastern Communications continues its mission of empowering Filipinos by jumpstarting in the country’s capital city.  

With Manila celebrating the National Heroes Day through unveiling of murals in honor of then and today’s heroes in its newly refurbished Lagunislad underpass, Eastern Communications amplifies its strong partnership with the local government by showcasing its mural in the area – a visualization of its strong connections that stand the test of time.  

QuaranTalks: Pandemic Panic!

I said 2020 will be an epic year.

2020 was a year of exciting times. I even spent the first new year of the new decade in a different country. We got to celebrate it with my family in a amusement park complete with a concert and fireworks. Though accidentally my phone dropped and some of the screen had cracks. It was still working yet not as flawless as before. However, it seems to be an omen of an upcoming dangers as I started the year.

I thought that the year would be just like any year with some exciting parts. But even at the start of the year we are already shocked with news such as wildfires in Australia, the threat of war in the Middle East, and even the eruption of Taal Volcano. Both natural and man-made events stir worry to many, and I have to admit that those things scare me too.

But then came the next months and now being introduced with viral disease of COVID-19, prompted many countries into lockdowns, quarantines, and other strict measures. With the disease infecting fast and is also lethal, abrupt closure of businesses, work, and school was enforced. 

Keep your business safe from cyberattacks amid the COVID-19 outbreak and enhanced community quarantine

While companies are closely monitoring the pandemic and implementing their business continuity plans, hackers with malicious intent are also taking advantage of the situation. 

According to Eastern Communications, industries that are the busiest during the lockdown are the most vulnerable ones to cyberattacks, which include healthcare, banking and finance, government, and media.

Eastern Communications wins two Anvil Awards

Eastern Communications Campaign Management Specialist Jenny Brecio, Brand Communications Specialist Georgette Macaalay, Co-Coordinator Atty. Aileen Regio, Marketing Director Jedrek Estanislao, Co-Coordinator Hermilina Hizon, Campaign Management Specialist Jurelyn San Antonio, and Brand Communications Specialist Lea De Leon with their two Anvil Awards at the 55th Anvil Awards Gabi ng Parangal.

Eastern Communications, one of the country’s leading telecommunications companies, took home two Silver Anvil Awards for its 140th Anniversary celebration and Link VIP Club program at the recently concluded 55th Anvil Awards Gabi ng Parangal at the Manila Hotel. 

Strengthening efficiency and security: Eastern Communications launches upgraded cloud services and cyber defense

Fostering business efficiencies and security, Eastern Communications, one of the premier telecommunications companies in the country, introduces its newly upgraded and most advanced products and services in partnership with global allies DOSarrest and Cloud Sigma. 

According to the Global Connectivity Index (GCI), Philippines’ digital connectivity has improved from Starter to Adopter status and ranked 57 out of 79 countries in 2018. This is reportedly due to expanded smartphone and computer use, higher speed 4G coverage, and national planning with “cloud first policy” in government’s aim of reducing expenses through cloud technology. 

Eastern Communications celebrates 140th year, launches new products for the modern workplace

As it celebrates its 140th anniversary, Eastern Communications unveiled a suite of products designed to answer the connectivity needs of the modern Filipino workplace.

At the event held at Penthouse by the Bay at the Rizal Park Hotel, Eastern Communications launched a variety of connectivity products and solutions, which included Global Data, DDOS Protection, Microsoft Azure and Office 365 and Managed SD-WAN (Wide Area Network) services.