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EdgePoint and Globe partner to drive energy and operational efficiencies

05 Nov 2025

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 5 November 2025: EdgePoint Infrastructure (“EdgePoint”), a leading ASEAN-based independent telecommunications infrastructure company, through its subsidiary, EdgePoint Towers Inc. (“EdgePoint Philippines”) has inked an energy partnership with Globe Telecom, Inc. (Globe), a leading digital solutions provider in the Philippines, with major interests in telecommunications, financial technology, data center services, venture building, shared services and digital marketing solutions, to supply Direct Current (“DC”) Power Systems to Globe sites moving forward.

This new partnership consolidates all of Globe’s passive tower infrastructure needs – including towers, power systems, and operations and maintenance – under a single, integrated provider. As a comprehensive, one-stop infrastructure solutions provider, this 10-year partnership with EdgePoint will enable Globe to ensure the consistent availability of its telecommunications services in the areas where the DC systems are installed. The collaboration will also allow Globe to streamline operations, enhance cost efficiency and optimize costs, and achieve greater network stability and stronger long-term planning capabilities for infrastructure investments.

William Walters, Chief Executive Officer of EdgePoint Philippines, said: “This energy partnership builds on our existing commitment to Globe, specifically to continue supporting their network expansion and business growth through operational synergy that results in significant costs savings. EdgePoint is pleased to work closely with Globe to tailor a partnership model that allows us to support Globe in an integrated manner where they will achieve operational, cost and energy efficiencies simultaneously. With our growing portfolio of tower and energy-related ancillary services, we hope to enhance the energy resilience of telcos in the Philippines by offering reliable sustainable solutions.”

Carlo Puno, Chief Finance Officer of Globe Telecom, Inc., said “Our partnership with EdgePoint demonstrates how collaboration drives progress. This alliance allows us to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen the resiliency of our network, while staying focused on delivering world-class connectivity. Reliable and sustainable access to power is critical in today’s digital world. Through this partnership, we’re strengthening the foundation for seamless, energy-efficient connectivity and supporting our vision of a more inclusive and resilient Philippines.”

The scope of the energy partnership involves the deployment and upkeep of DC power systems comprising rectifiers and battery storage solutions on EdgePoint sites where Globe will co-locate their active telecom equipment. EdgePoint Philippines currently operates over 3,000 telecom sites in the country for all local Mobile Network Operators, including 20 solar-hybrid sites.

 

About EdgePoint Infrastructure

EdgePoint Infrastructure is an ASEAN-based independent telecommunications infrastructure company that aspires towards building a Connected, Digital ASEAN. With operations in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines, through EdgePoint Towers Sdn Bhd, PT Centratama Telekomunikasi Indonesia, Tbk and EdgePoints Towers Inc. respectively, the company is focused on providing sharable and leading-edge telecom structures, small cells and in-building systems. EdgePoint aims to be an industry leader through scale and innovation, driving operational efficiencies through the adoption of analytics and digital technologies. 

For more information on EdgePoint, please visit https://edgepointinfra.com/.

 

About Globe Telecom, Inc.

Globe Telecom, Inc. is a leading digital platform in the Philippines with interests in telecommunications, fintech, data center services, venture building, shared services, and digital marketing. It is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the symbol GLO. The company delivers a full suite of mobile, broadband, data, and managed services to meet the needs of consumers and businesses.

A UN Global Compact Participant, Globe is the first publicly listed Philippine firm with approved near- and long-term science-based targets under the SBTi. It was named one of TIME and Statista’s Most Sustainable Companies in 2025 and certified as a Great Place To Work® for its strong culture of care, collaboration, and innovation. Globe consistently garners awards as a top-performing publicly-listed company for its corporate governance, both locally and within the ASEAN Region. Its back-to-back inclusion in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 in 2024 and 2025 affirms its growth and leadership. Its principals are Ayala Corporation and Singtel, prominent industry leaders in the region. 

It is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GLO and had a market capitalization of US$4.31 billion as of end-June 2025.

For more information, visit www.globe.com.ph. Follow @enjoyglobe on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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