Leading OFWs Beyond: Palawan Group of Companies Fosters Financial Inclusion for OFWs and Their Families

The Palawan Group of Companies has partnered with JCI Manila to share practical financial tips to OFWs and their loved ones.

Reinforcing its commitment to championing financial inclusion and serbisyong may malasakit, the Palawan Group of Companies participated in Leading OFWs Beyond, an initiative led by the JCI Manila. The event is designed to empower Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families to have a brighter future through financial literacy.

Held at the Department of Migrant Workers office in Makati City, the gathering convened more than 200 attendees composed of OFWs and their families from across all cities of Metro Manila. The program served as a venue to share practical knowledge on managing finances, identifying and avoiding scams, and building a more secure future.

Palawan ProtekTODO Redefines Travel Readiness With its Wide and Affordable Range of Insurance Offerings

From left to right: Palawan Group of Companies President and CEO Karlo M. Castro, Chief Business Development Officer Lisa Castro-Sabado, Alliedbankers Insurance Corporation’s VP Head for Sales and Marketing Enrico Marasigan, and Chief Marketing Officer Bernard V. Kaibigan

Palawan ProtekTODO Travel Insurance, from the trusted Palawan Group of Companies, provides Filipinos with a practical and accessible way to protect themselves while traveling, turning common uncertainties like flight delays, lost luggage, and more  into manageable situations. Many travelers still go without insurance, often seeing it as costly or unnecessary, leaving them unprotected when plans don’t go as expected. Palawan ProtekTODO Travel Insurance bridges this gap with an affordable and straightforward solution for both solo travelers and families, offering plans starting at just ₱39 and coverage of up to over ₱1.5 million for common travel disruptions.

“There Na ‘Yan sa Palawan!”: Palawan Group of Companies Honors OFWs as Everyday Heroes

For millions of Filipino families, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) are everyday heroes who carry the weight of sacrifice so their loved ones can build better lives back home. Every remittance tells a story of love, resilience, and deep responsibility. In tribute to these modern-day heroes, Palawan Group of Companies launches its “There Na” campaign, shining a spotlight on OFWs and reinforcing the value of fast, reliable, and accessible international remittance services. Through Palawan Express Pera Padala and PalawanPay, families can receive support quickly and securely via more than 45 international remittance partners and thousands of branches nationwide or via the app anytime, anywhere, ensuring that distance never becomes a barrier to care.

There’s a new virtual Visa card from PalawanPay, and here’s what you need to know

Staying true to the Palawan Group of Companies’ mission of advancing financial inclusion, PalawanPay — the company’s fast-growing e-wallet — unveils the PalawanPay Virtual Visa Card, a major leap in making simple, secure, and widely accepted digital payments accessible to every Filipino, including those without bank accounts or credit cards.

PalawanPay CEO Third Librea shared: “For many Filipinos, owning a Visa card has always felt out of reach — something reserved for those with bank accounts or credit lines. With the PalawanPay Virtual Visa Card, we’re changing that. We built this to be simple, practical, and truly pang-masa. Now every Filipino, every suki, can access global commerce with confidence — securely and affordably.”

Palawan for Business by Palawan Group of Companies Wins at the MarkeTech Asia Pacific Awards for Innovative Government and Community Impact

Palawan Group received international recognition for its impactful B2B partnership with government agencies, winning Silver at the NEXT Awards APAC 2025.

The Palawan Group of Companies has earned the Silver Award for Most Innovative B2B Campaign at the prestigious NEXT Awards Asia-Pacific 2025 held on 27 November 2025 at Shangri-La The Fort, Manila. The recognition highlights the company’s partnership with government agencies through its B2B arm, Palawan For Business, to make government aid more accessible to Filipinos in remote and underserved communities. This achievement underscores Palawan Group’s growing role as a trusted private-sector partner in strengthening government disbursement programs and advancing financial inclusion nationwide.

Palawan Group of Companies Bags Silver and Bronze at Marketing Technologies – Asia Awards 2025, Marking Its First Tech Triumph

The Palawan Group shines at the MarkeTech Asia Awards 2025 with two major distinctions.

The Palawan Group of Companies proudly celebrates its first-ever technology win after being recognized at the Marketing Technologies (MarkeTech) Asia Awards 2025. Held at the Mandarin Oriental in Singapore, the event saw representatives of the Palawan Group accept two significant distinctions: Silver for Best Use of Marketing Automation Platform and Bronze for Best Use of Omni-Channel Marketing Platform.

Onward, Upward, Together: Fostering Business Growth by Elevating Customer Experience

Managers from across the Palawan Group of Companies gathered at the Leadership Conference to reflect, learn, and strengthen their commitment to serving millions of “Sukis” nationwide.

At the Palawan Group of Companies, leadership is more than a corporate title — it is a responsibility that directly shapes the experience of millions of “Sukis” who rely on the brand’s services daily, from the busiest city centers to the most remote barrios.

This belief took center stage at the Palawan Group of Companies’ Leadership Conference held last September 26 at The Blue Leaf Cosmopolitan. The gathering brought together over 200 executives from across the country, including area managers and corporate office leaders for a day of reflection, learning, and renewed commitment to service.

Save More, Share More: Enjoy Mas Pinababang Remittance Fees This Christmas

The holiday season is a time for giving, sharing, and showing love — and for millions of Filipinos, that love is often sent through a padala. To help you send malasakit (care) to your loved ones wherever they are in the Philippines, Palawan Group of Companies’ Palawan Express Pera Padala is made even more affordable with lower domestic remittance fees.

From October 1 to December 31, 2025, Palawan Express Pera Padal sukis can enjoy a 1% service fee on every domestic remittance send-out transaction. That means you only pay PhP 1 for every PhP 100 sent! For transactions of Php 20,001 or more, the regular service fee will apply. Customers who use PalawanPay can also enjoy a 1% fee when remitting to any Palawan branch via the app!

Building Dreams, Shaping Futures: Palawan Group of Companies Welcomes 158 New Scholars

The Palawan Group of Companies proudly welcomed 158 new scholars as part of its continuing commitment to making a difference in the lives of Filipinos. With Education as one of its corporate social responsibility pillars, the Palawan Group of Companies Scholarship Program (PGC-SP) remains the company’s CSR flagship initiative. The 28th batch of PGC-SP was officially welcomed through a Confirmation and Orientation Day held at the company’s head office in Puerto Princesa City.

The 28th batch of PGC scholars gathers for a milestone moment as they officially join the Palawan Group of Companies’ growing community of future leaders.

A Partnership of Resilience: PalawanPay Supports the UP Fighting Maroons

PalawanPay, from the trusted Palawan Group of Companies, reaffirmed its commitment to youth and sports development as the primary sponsor of the University of the Philippines (UP) Men’s Basketball, Judo, and Swimming Teams for UAAP Season 88. This partnership was highlighted during the “Sugod, UP! UAAP Season 88 Pep Rally” held at the University Theater in UP Diliman. Sharing a deep-rooted love for the country and a passion for nurturing Filipino talent, and with Sports Development as one of its corporate social responsibility pillars, PalawanPay continues to support the UP Fighting Maroons, a team that embodies the same spirit of national pride and commitment to honor and excellence. 

Palawan Group of Companies further strengthens its financial services as it celebrates its 40th year; launches Cash In and Cash Out ng Bayan in collaboration with GCash

As part of its 40th anniversary celebration, the Palawan Group of Companies marks a major milestone by strengthening its financial services through a new partnership with GCash.

The Palawan Group of Companies continues to make financial services more accessible to every Filipino with the rollout of its service for GCash’s Cash In and Cash Out. This service will be available in more than 3, 500 Palawan Express Pera Padala (PEPP) branches nationwide.

With this partnership, customers can conveniently convert their digital money into physical cash through Palawan Pawnshop for a minimal fee. As a trusted name in serbisyong mura, mabilis, walang kuskos-balungos (service that is affordable, fast, hassle-free), this initiative is another testament to Palawan Group’s commitment to expanding access to essential financial services, especially in underserved and remote areas.

Palawan Group of Companies Marks 40th Anniversary, Continues Mission to Empower Filipinos

Palawan Group of Companies executives raise a toast to 40 years of shared success, trust, and service excellence.

In a heartfelt celebration of enduring partnerships that help empower four decades of trusted service, the Palawan Group of Companies hosted its highly anticipated Partners’ Night on August 5 and 6, 2025, at the Blue Leaf Cosmopolitan in Bridgetown, Quezon City. The two-day gathering brought together key business partners, sub-agents, suppliers, agencies, affiliates, senior leaders, and valued stakeholders for recognition, gratitude, and renewed commitment to the company’s mission of empowering Filipinos through accessible and reliable financial services.

Palawan Group of Companies further strengthens its financial services as it celebrates its 40th year; launches Cash In and Cash Out ng Bayan in collaboration with GCash

As part of its 40th anniversary celebration, the Palawan Group of Companies marks a major milestone by strengthening its financial services through a new partnership with GCash.

The Palawan Group of Companies continues to make financial services more accessible to every Filipino with the rollout of its service for GCash’s Cash In and Cash Out. This service will be available in more than 3, 500 Palawan Express Pera Padala (PEPP) branches nationwide.

With this partnership, customers can conveniently convert their digital money into physical cash through Palawan Pawnshop for a minimal fee. As a trusted name in serbisyong mura, mabilis, walang kuskos-balungos (service that is affordable, fast, hassle-free), this initiative is another testament to Palawan Group’s commitment to expanding access to essential financial services, especially in underserved and remote areas.

Palawan Group Partners DSWD NCR, LANDBANK NCR for Expanded Aid

Palawan Group of Companies, DSWD NCR, and LandBank NCR formally signed the Memorandum of Agreement to strengthen payout services and support programs for Filipino families in crisis

The Palawan Group of Companies is reinforcing its mission of uplifting Filipinos through a significant new partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and Land Bank of the Philippines. This collaboration, formalized at a ceremonial contract signing at the DSWD Sanctuary Center, follows a successful initial rollout in Region IV and is set to benefit approximately 300,000 individuals under DSWD’s core assistance programs in NCR.

Strengthening Filipino Heritage Through Financial Innovation: PalawanPay at Biyaya Festival

Palawan Group of Companies is dedicated to empowering Filipinos in the agricultural and cultural sectors by providing accessible financial services and promoting financial inclusion.

PalawanPay proudly partnered with the Biyaya Sustainable Living Festival as the official e-wallet and payment platform, championing local communities and Filipino heritage. The three-day festival showcased the country’s cultural richness through key pillars dubbed the Three Cs: the bold flavors of local coffee, the legacy of Filipino culture, and the artistry of Filipino couture. By supporting this event, PalawanPay contributed to uplifting local economies and preserving the nation's cultural identity.

Palawan Group of Companies Shines with Three Major Wins at the 12th International Finance Awards 2024

Palawan Group of Companies Executives: Bernard Kaibigan, Group Marketing Head; Ilyn Rose Dizon, Palawan Pawnshop and Jewelry Selling Brand Manager; and Jeff Dimaano, Integrated Marketing Communications Head, at the 12th Annual International Finance Awards 2024

Palawan Group of Companies (PGC) swept three major awards at the 12th Annual International Finance Awards 2024 held in Waldorf Astoria Bangkok, securing recognition for excellence in financial inclusion and services. PGC was awarded Most Innovative E-Wallet App for PalawanPay, Best Pawning Company, and Most Innovative Remittance Company, in the Philippines. 

Palawan Group of Companies seals partnership with trusted identity verification platform IDfy

Palawan Group of Companies strengthens its security by partnering with identity verification platform IDfy for fraud prevention. 

Forging a new partnership and a strong future were (from left) IDfy's Jerome Ocampo-Tan, Paritosh Desai, and Ishan Biswas; and PalawanPay's Third Librea, JC Medina, and Herbert Bactong

Since its launch in April 2022, PalawanPay, the leading and reliable e-wallet app, has been growing by leaps and bounds. To cater to the needs of its increasing user base, the Palawan Group of Companies continuously finds ways to make its services easier, faster, and, more importantly, safer and more secure for its increasing user base.

Palawan Group of Companies Team Up with Xpress Money for Accessible and Efficient Remittances from UAE

Palawan Group of Companies executives Bernard Kaibigan, Group Marketing Head; Rebecca Badayos, Head, International Remittance; Lilian Castro-Selda, Chief Financial Officer, Kassey Lynn Policarpio, Account Specialist, International Remittance, alongside Samir Vijay Vidhate, Senior Executive Officer at Xpress Money Services Limited at the contract signing.

Palawan Group of Companies has partnered with Xpress Money Services Limited, a leading global money transfer company, to provide Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a more accessible and reliable way to send money to their loved ones in the Philippines.

Palawan Group of Companies Honors UP Fighting Maroons' UAAP Championship Journey

The Palawan Group of Companies hosted a Champions’ Thanksgiving Dinner to honor  UP Fighting Maroons' victory in the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament on December 18, 2024, at UP Diliman. The Fighting Maroons triumphed over the DLSU Green Archers with a thrilling score of 66-62.

The UP Fighting Maroons celebrated their recent UAAP victory with the Castro Family, proud UP alumni, and avid team supporters.

As a long-time supporter of UP, the Palawan Group has been a proud partner in the team’s journey, sharing values of resilience, passion, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. To celebrate the victory, a toast was led by the Palawan Group's executive team: Bobby Castro, Founder and Chairman; Angelita Castro, Co-Founder and Deputy Chairman of the Board; and Lilian Castro-Selda, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Win Investment-Grade Gold Bars This Holiday with PalawanPay!

The most wonderful time of the year is here! PalawanPay is ready to make your holidays brighter with its Gold Christmas Promo. From December 5, 2024, to January 15, 2025, every eligible transaction you make using PalawanPay gives you a chance to win investment-grade gold bars from the exclusive 24K Gold Collection.

How to Join PalawanPay’s Christmas Gold Promo

The promo is open to all verified PalawanPay users aged 13 and above residing in the Philippines. Earn raffle entries by completing any of the following transactions: