07 Aug PT&T Formalizes Strategic Partnership with RISE to Strengthen Network Resiliency
(left to right) PT&T SNDA Head Paolo Bala, RISE President and Chairman Gio Bacareza and PT&T Acting President Angel Mercado
PT&T Corp. (PSE: PTT) (“PT&T” or the “Company”) has formalized a strategic partnership with Responsible Internet Sustainability Effort Inc. or RISE, a leading internet provider, to further strengthen its network infrastructure and expand service capacity. The agreement establishes RISE as PT&T’s new upstream provider, supporting the company’s efforts to enhance enterprise-grade connectivity solutions.
By integrating RISE’s backbone network with PT&T’s growing nationwide footprint, the partnership aims to improve internet speed, reliability, and scalability for businesses across industries. The collaboration is part of PT&T’s broader strategy to reinforce core infrastructure and meet the increasing demand for high-performance connectivity.
PT&T and RISE representatives during the contract signing
RISE was represented by President and Chairman Gio Bacareza, Head of Wholesale Sales Willa Ortiz-Macasaet, Domestic Carrier Sales Manager Jervy Delos Reyes, and Carrier Sales Account Manager Anjelie Peñamora.
Representing PT&T were Acting President Angel Mercado, Head of Systems, Network and Development Administration Paolo Bala, Head of Sales and Marketing Mike Gillesania, Head of Carrier Relations and Partnerships May Sarceda, and Market Research and Brand Manager for Connectivity Karisse Garcia.
This partnership reflects PT&T’s continued investment in building a more resilient and future-ready network. Together with RISE, the company aims to deliver improved service performance and scalable connectivity that supports the evolving digital needs of its enterprise clients.
“Smarter Partnerships. Future-Ready Connectivity.”
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About RISE Incorporated
RISE is a Philippine-based internet service provider committed to delivering world-class connectivity with fair and transparent pricing. It serves businesses, schools, and communities with reliable internet and technology services tailored to their needs. At its core, RISE believes that access to quality internet is a right, not a luxury. The company builds long-term partnerships grounded in accountability, service, and customer empowerment. Through its growing network and community-driven initiatives, RISE continues to strengthen the country’s digital future.
For more information:
Please visit https://www.rise.ph/ or check @RiseInternetPH on Linkedin and @RiseInternetPH on Facebook.
About PT&T Corp. (PSE:PTT)
Incorporated in 1962, PT&T Corp. (previously known as Philippine Telegraph & Telephone Corporation) is a diversified telecommunications and information technology services provider. The Company caters to corporate, small/medium business, and residential segments across the Philippines. PT&T continues to specialize in adapting its services to the needs of enterprise and institutional end users. At present, PT&T’s business activities are categorized into two major businesses: Connectivity and IT Services.
Currently, PT&T has a network reach of 29,778 fiber kilometers in high-growth areas, covering almost 40% of the total Philippine population. The Company holds a 25-year National Legislative Franchise which allows it to establish, maintain, and operate both wired and wireless telecommunications systems for domestic and international communication. PT&T is a publicly listed company in the Philippine Stock Exchange.
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