EASTERN Communications on Thursday said it earmarked P3 billion for its nationwide expansion this year.
“This is in accordance with the company’s goal of democratizing technology in the country to help businesses of all sizes emerge stronger in 2022, as Filipinos continue to face the impact of the pandemic,” the company said in an e-mailed statement.
For the first quarter, the telecommunications service provider targets to start serving customers in Legazpi City, Sorsogon City, Naga City, Bacolod City, and Dumaguete City.
It also plans to expand to Kalibo, Boracay, Zamboanga, Butuan, and Bohol by the second quarter.
Last year, the company allotted P2.8 billion for its expansion plans.
“In 2021, Eastern Communications was also able to complete the rollout of its services… in Tuguegarao, Batangas, Lucena, Iloilo, Cagayan de Oro and Davao City,” the company said.
Eastern Communications Co-Coordinator Aileen D. Regio said: “We are definitely looking forward to equip enterprise businesses as well as SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) in regional areas with high-quality solutions that fit their needs.” — Arjay L. Balinbin
