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The Global Insight

Who owns Smart Telecom Philippines?

Author

John Hall

Updated on February 25, 2026

PLDT
Smart Communications/Parent organizations

What type of business is Smart Telecom?

(Smart) is a wholly-owned wireless communications and digital services subsidiary of PLDT, Inc., the Philippines’ largest and only integrated telecommunications company.

Who is the CEO of Smart?

Al Panlilio
Al Panlilio, President and CEO, Smart Communications; and Chief Revenue Officer, PLDT.

Who is the manager of PLDT?

Mr. Panlilio was appointed PLDT President and Chief Executive Officer on June 8, 2021 and has been the PLDT Group Chief Revenue Officer since July 1, 2019 and the President and CEO of Smart since August 8, 2019. He is likewise the President and CEO of Digital Telecommunications Philippines, Inc.

Is smart only in the Philippines?

Smart Communications, Inc., commonly referred to as Smart, is a wholly owned wireless communications and digital services subsidiary of PLDT, Inc., a telecommunications and digital services provider based in the Philippines….Smart Communications.

TypeSubsidiary
Websitesmart.com.ph

Is Sun owned by Smart?

Sun Cellular is known for introducing unlimited call and text services in the Philippines….Sun Cellular.

The logo used since February 2020
TypeWholly owned subsidiary of Digitel/ Brand of Smart
ParentDigital Telecommunications Philippines Smart Communications
Websitesuncellular.com.ph

What is smart tagline?

Living up to ‘Live More’

How can you be a smart proprietor?

10 Signs That You’re a Smart Business Owner

  1. You Don’t Shoot Down Ideas.
  2. You’re Always Working on a New Project.
  3. You’re Ready to Handle Any Eventuality.
  4. Your Team Looks Up to You for Leadership & Advice.
  5. You’re Not Afraid of Competition.
  6. You Favor Quality Over Clever Marketing.
  7. You Take Great Care of Customers, No Matter What.

Who is the CEO of PLDT Philippines?

Al Panlilio (8 Jun 2021–)
PLDT/CEO

Who is the owner of Globe?

Globe Telecom

TypePublic
Net income₱18.62 billion (FY 2020)
Total assets₱339.77 billion (FY 2020)
OwnerStructure – Asiacom Philippines, Inc. (50.81%) – Singtel (20.08%) – Public Stock (15.65%) – Ayala Corporation (13.19%) – Directors, Officers, ESOP (0.26%)
Number of employees8,339 (2020)

Who is the Smart Company in the Philippines?

Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) is a wholly-owned wireless communications and digital services subsidiary of PLDT, Inc., the Philippines’ largest and only integrated telecommunications company.

How many subscribers does smart have in the Philippines?

Smart’s wireless broadband subscribers number 3.8 million under the brands Smart Bro and Sun Wireless Broadband. Smart offers commercial wireless services through its 2G, 3G, 3.5G HSPA+, and 4G LTE networks, with LTE-A currently being deployed in key areas in the Philippines.

Who is the third major telecommunications provider in the Philippines?

DITO TELECOMMUNITY. The third major telecommunications provider in the Philippines was granted a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity by the National Telecommunications Commission in July of 2019.

Why is Smart Communications important to the Philippines?

As part of PLDT’s massive digital transformation program, Smart has committed to give more than 90% of the population access to its most advanced LTE network, in order to support the country’s growing digital economy, as well as provide the best customer experience for an increasingly digital Filipino lifestyle.