SM Investments Corporation, the holding company of the SM Group, has been honored with the prestigious Grand Tourism Excellence Award by the Manila Overseas Press Club (MOPC) during its awards night on August 15.
The recognition celebrates SM’s wide-ranging contributions to Philippine tourism—spanning world-class hotels and resorts, retail and lifestyle destinations, logistics and shipping, as well as entertainment hubs that welcome both local and global travelers. By fostering inclusive growth and supporting countless tourism-related MSMEs, SM has helped fuel a more vibrant and sustainable travel economy in the country.
Receiving the award on behalf of SM Investments was Chairman of the Board Amando M. Tetangco, Jr. He was joined by Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos, and MOPC leaders Tony Lopez and Eric Canoy.
MOPC’s recognition underscores SM’s role not just as a retail and property leader, but as a driving force in shaping tourism experiences that bring communities, businesses, and visitors together.