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Pru Life UK named ‘Best Insurance Company’ in PH

The company was recognized for its innovative and inclusive products, community investment initiatives, and agency workforce empowerment.

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Life insurer Pru Life UK bagged the Best Insurance Company in the Philippines award at the Global Business Magazine Awards 2022. The company was recognized for its innovative and inclusive products, community investment initiatives, and agency workforce empowerment.

Global Business Magazine Awards honors the excellence of companies in banking, finance, insurance, leadership, and real estate across the globe.

Pru Life UK Chief Customer and Marketing Officer Allan Tumbaga said, “This award is a testament to our We Do Commitment to help Filipinos get the most out of life. With our life insurance products available online and through our tech-savvy and digitally-equipped agency force, we can now protect many more Filipino families.”

Financial inclusion

At the height of the recent global health crisis, the company ramped up its efforts to address financial inclusion through simple, accessible, and affordable life and health insurance products on its pioneering AI-powered app, Pulse. The mobile application also offered FREE COVID-19 protection with vaccine coverage to customers and non-customers.

Pru Life UK also expanded its reach to protect more Filipinos in the country through partnerships.

This year, the company formed strategic digital partnerships with e-wallet giant GCash and prominent e-commerce platform Shopee to make affordable life and health protection products even more accessible and affordable to Filipinos.

PRUPersonal Accident Junior for children and students can now be availed on GCash for as low as PHP 48.95 with Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverages ranging from PHP 30,000 to PHP 100,000. PRUPersonal Accident for adults will soon be offered on the e-wallet.

On the other hand, PRUDengue Medcare and PRUDengue MedCare Pro e-vouchers with prices ranging from PHP 200 to PHP 350, providing dengue coverage for either six or 12 months can be purchased on Shopee and redeemed on PRUShoppe via the Pulse app.

Community investment

The award is attributed to its community investment initiatives which were fortified to focus on health, safety, and financial literacy. In 2021, Pru Life UK donated PHP 8 million to the Philippine General Hospital Medical Foundation Inc. to support its Bayanihan Na’s COVID-19 project that provides quality medical-grade equipment and supplies such as ventilators, unit oxygen concentrators for the hospital and its healthcare workers assisting COVID-19 patients.

Financial literacy also remains a top priority as the company certified over 2,400 teachers to teach under its banner program Cha-Ching in partnership with its community investment arm Prudence Foundation and Junior Achievement Philippines.

Agency workforce

In 2021, Pru Life UK outranked other insurers in terms of Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) agents doubling its MDRT agents to 501 compared with the previous year’s 246 qualifiers. The MRDT is a premier association of financial professionals from more than 500 companies across the world.

Initiatives around the insurer’s agency workforce stood out including the company’s inaugural and award-winning PRUHouse in Ortigas Center, Pasig. The innovative business solution creates adaptable workspaces that fit the different workstyles of its agency force which is the biggest in the country.

Pru Life UK also retained its number one ranking in the life insurance industry in terms of New Business Annual Premium Equivalent (NBAPE) and led the renewal premium income from variable life insurance products ranking in 2021 according to the Insurance Commission. For the previous two years, the company was also named International Life Insurer of the Year at the prestigious Insurance Asia Awards.

“We share this Global Business Magazine recognition with our employees and financial advisors for their hard work and dedication. This award will be one of our motivations to continue doing good as we move forward with our commitment to help Filipinos live healthier and wealthier,” Tumbaga added.

To know more about Pru Life UK, visit its website at www.prulifeuk.com.ph or its official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/prulifeukofficial/.

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Nippon Paint unveils Weatherbond Quartz series

The product launch reflects Nippon Paint’s commitment of producing forward thinking solutions in response to Filipinos’ need of shielding their homes from harsh weather conditions.

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Nippon Paint (Coatings) Philippines, Inc., a Japanese-owned paint manufacturer, celebrated a major milestone with the unveiling of Weatherbond Quartz series, the company’s latest innovation in exterior wall paint designed to withstand the country’s tropical climate.

The product launch reflects Nippon Paint’s commitment of producing forward thinking solutions in response to Filipinos’ need of shielding their homes from harsh weather conditions.

Chen Lee Siong, general manager at Nippon Paint (Coatings) Philippines, Inc., said Nippon Paint understands people’s needs so they formulated the Weatherbond Quartz technology designed for Filipino homes to last, built for resilience or that could stand the test of time.

“It’s about understanding the heart of every Filipino home. It’s about recognizing that the walls of our houses hold much more than just structure; they hold memories, values, and dreams. And in a country like the Philippines, with its unpredictable and often harsh weather, we felt a responsibility to develop something special – something that offers unwavering protection, resilience, and a layer of trust that every homeowner can depend on. That’s what the Weatherbond Quartz series is all about,” said Chen Lee Siong.

A premium pure acrylic-based exterior paint, the Weatherbond Quartz series was formulated with quartz minerals into the paint, providing longer protection on exterior walls against rainwater, UV radiation and dirt penetration. The inherently stable structure of quartz provides strong resistance against the alkaline nature of walls and potential acidic elements in the atmosphere, ensuring a finish that not only looks great but also lasts longer. Using this technology, the series provides up to eight to 12 years of protection.

To provide comprehensive protection, the Weatherbond Quartz series offers other key features that include the following: Sunblock Technology which reduces surface temperature by up to 5-degree centigrade and provides UV protection; Keep Clean Technology or protection of walls against dirt penetration, keeping them looking fresh and clean; Color Care Technology or preserving the vibrancy of color to prevent fading, and giving UV protection for long lasting colors; Micro Block Technology that provides protection against fungus and algae; and Fibra Technology (featured in Weatherbond Ultimate) that enhances strength, or creates a resilient shield against cracks, peeling, and general wear and tear.

Specifically designed for exterior walls, the Weatherbond Quartz series is applied using brush or roller and application process recommended by Nippon Paint which involves preparing the surface, applying a sealer or primer coat, and then applying two to three coats of Weatherbond paint.

The new Weatherbond Quartz series is now available at selected Modern Trade stores. Weatherbond Quartz price starts at PhP442 for 1L, PhP1,692 for 5L and PhP4,821 for 15L.

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Cebu Pacific Catering Services (CPCS) pledges to source 100% cage-free eggs across its operations by 2030

“Our commitment to sourcing 100% cage-free eggs by 2030 reflects CPCS’s dedication to aligning with global sustainability standards while maintaining the highest quality in airline catering,” said Sherwin B. Olivar, General Manager at Cebu Pacific Catering Services Inc. “This initiative represents an important step in our ongoing efforts to implement responsible sourcing practices that meet international standards.”

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Cebu Pacific Catering Services (CPCS) won praise from international NGO Lever Foundation for committing to sourcing 100% cage-free eggs across its operations by 2030. This commitment aligns CPCS with a growing movement among international airline caterers to advance animal welfare standards in their supply chains.

“Our commitment to sourcing 100% cage-free eggs by 2030 reflects CPCS’s dedication to aligning with global sustainability standards while maintaining the highest quality in airline catering,” said Sherwin B. Olivar, General Manager at Cebu Pacific Catering Services Inc. “This initiative represents an important step in our ongoing efforts to implement responsible sourcing practices that meet international standards.”

A joint venture between MacroAsia Corporation, Cathay Pacific Catering Services of Hong Kong, and MGO Pacific Resources Corporation, CPCS prepares over 2000 meals daily for International flights at Mactan-Cebu International Airport. The company’s commitment follows similar pledges by major airline caterers worldwide, including its partner Cathay Pacific Catering Services in Hong Kong, demonstrating a coordinated industry shift toward more responsible sourcing practices.

“CPCS’s full transition to cage-free eggs demonstrates its strong leadership in sustainability within the airline catering sector,” said Robyn del Rosario, Sustainability Program Manager at Lever Foundation, which worked with the company on developing its new commitment. “Their decision will influence regional supply chains and show how international partnerships can drive positive change in the aviation services industry.”

Cage-free egg production, in which hens are given the freedom to move in open indoor environments, improves animal welfare and significantly lowers food safety risks compared to caged egg production. Exhaustive research by the European Food Safety Authority found that cage-free egg farms are up to 25 times less likely to be contaminated with key strains of salmonella than caged egg farms. The production of caged eggs has been banned across Europe, as well as in the United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, Bhutan and parts of India, Australia and the United States. An increasing number of consumers have also been leaving eggs off their plate as the best way to help laying hens.

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Fueling your body’s defense: Why nutrition is key to immune health

To support Filipinos on their daily wellness and help maintain their body’s natural defense, Herbalife will be launching ImmuLift in the Philippines.

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Your immune system is your body’s natural defense force—working tirelessly to shield you from viruses, bacteria, and disease. But like any powerful system, it can only function at its best when it’s properly fueled.

According to Dr. Luigi Gratton, Vice President, Office of Health and Wellness Chair, Herbalife Nutrition Advisory Board, nutrition plays a vital role in how well your immune system performs. A poor diet—high in processed sugars and saturated fats, and low in essential nutrients—not only weakens your body’s response to illness, it also makes recovery slower and more difficult. Over time, unhealthy eating habits can lead to chronic conditions like obesity and metabolic disease, which directly compromise immune strength.

This isn’t just theory—it’s an urgent reality. According to the World Obesity Atlas 2025, 38% of Filipino adults now have a high Body Mass Index or BMI. By 2030, the number of adults living with obesity is expected to rise to over 34 million[1]. These figures highlight a growing health crisis—one that underscores the urgent need to strengthen immune health through better nutrition.

The Hidden Power of Your Immune System

“Your immune system is a complex, intelligent network that doesn’t just react to illness – it works proactively to prevent it. It’s made up of billions of specialized cells, each playing a unique role including identifying threats, fighting infections, and repairing damage,” said Dr. Gratton.

He further added that this army of cells can’t operate without the right fuel. That’s where nutrition comes in. To stay strong and responsive, your immune system relies on a consistent supply of nutrients — including protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and plant-based antioxidants. Protein helps build and repair immune cells. Omega-3 fats help manage inflammation. Fiber supports gut health, which is closely linked to immune function. And essential micronutrients like vitamins A, C, D, and minerals like zinc and magnesium all play vital roles in keeping your body in balance.

Nutrition That Makes a Difference

We’ve seen how long-term nutrient deficiencies can have widespread health effects. For example, vitamin A deficiency became such a significant issue in many developing countries that the World Health Organization recommended universal supplementation—an intervention the World Bank called one of the most cost-effective in global health.

“Whether it’s vitamins, minerals, protein, or plant-based antioxidants, your body needs a consistent, balanced intake of these nutrients to support your immune system and keep it doing what it does best which is to defend your health, every single day,” concluded Dr. Gratton.

To support Filipinos on their daily wellness and help maintain their body’s natural defense, Herbalife will be launching ImmuLift in the Philippines.


[1] https://data.worldobesity.org/publications/?cat=23#PH

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