The partnership, which marks a significant step forward in enhancing telecommunications services in the Philippines, featured key leaders from both organizations, including (from left): Mr. Bai Yang, Chief Technology Officer, ZTE Asia & CIS Region; Gen. Rodolfo Santiago, Chief Technology Officer, DITO Telecommunity; lawyer Adel Tamano, Chief Risk Officer-Enterprise, DITO Telecommunity; Mr. Devid H. Gubiani, President and CEO, PhilTower MIDC; Mr. Ernesto “Eric” Alberto, President and CEO, DITO Telecommunity; Mr. Jun Xiao, Senior Finance and Business Advisor, DITO Telecommunity; Mr. Eric Cabrera, Chief Commercial Officer, PhilTower MIDC. (Contributed photo)
MANILA, (PIA) — PhilTower MIDC and DITO Telecommunity Corporation signed a landmark agreement at the Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona to revolutionize telecommunications infrastructure in the Philippines, through a comprehensive colocation management deal.
The strategic partnership aims to expand mobile network operations, optimize telecom infrastructure and improve digital access for millions of Filipinos.
Under the memorandum of understanding, PhilTower MIDC will oversee colocation management services for DITO telecommunications infrastructures, optimizing maintenance services and enhancing accessibility for third-party operators.
“This agreement is a game-changer for Philippine connectivity,” said Ernesto “Eric” R. Alberto, CEO of DITO Telecommunity Corporation. “Our mission has always been to break barriers and provide Filipinos with world-class connectivity.”
PhilTower MIDC President and CEO Devid H. Gubiani described the partnership as a milestone toward realizing true telecom infrastructure sharing.
“Through this, we are opening an additional 6,500 towers for sharing among mobile network operators, hastening the expansion of connectivity across the Philippines,” Gubiani said.
The collaboration is expected to drive digital transformation in urban centers and in Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas, where connectivity remains a challenge. By expanding infrastructure to underserved regions, the partnership aims to facilitate access to next-generation technologies.
The initiative promotes colocation among industry players, reducing redundant infrastructure, decreasing environmental impact and optimizing resources, supporting the telecom expansion mandate by the Department of Information and Telecommunications Technology. (JCO/PIA-NCR)
