TUBE: MANILA’S FIRST IN-TRAIN TV NETWORK, LAUNCHED!

Starting early April, train commuters of LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 in Metro Manila can expect exciting changes in their daily commute. Like Singapore, Hong Kong and Tokyo, Manila too will have its own Passenger Information System mounted in-train. Over 1,000 screens are being installed across the train system in the NCR. The system is called TUBE – Manila’s First In-Train TV Network.

TUBE is a real-time Passenger Information System which has been patented in the Philippines. The GPS-triggered system lets riders know what station is the next stop, when there is an emergency, or if there is any disruption to the train service. TUBE comes equipped with CCTV which will help train operators with real-time congestion information, as well as incident reporting.

"With the system from TUBE, an easier and more comfortable commute awaits LRT and MRT passengers as this new technology will keep them abreast with real-time information and other vital train service information apart from keeping them entertained. This improved technology works parallel with the mission of LRTA to give Filipino commuters an enhanced mobility and world class transport system", LRTA Administrator Reynaldo Berroya stressed.

Aside from providing basic information to passengers, what makes it thrilling is that commuters will also be treated to news, weather reminders, traffic updates, and exclusive short form videos created by some of the best local content creators in the Philippines.

“In this digital age where information is key, TUBE will become an integral partner of the DOTr-MRT3 in serving our passengers by enabling us to rapidly cascade the latest information on line operations and other important announcements. With this technology, not only will it help uplift train riders' commuting experience, but it is a small step towards modernizing our railway system” added DOTr-MRT-3 General Manager Rodolfo Garcia.

“TUBE is going to change the rules of engagement as far as media consumption is concerned. With 1.3 million passengers commuting every day, TUBE rivals the major television channels’ reach in the NCR. We work extensively with governments and transport operators in Asia and we can quite confidently say that TUBE is the best passenger information system we have seen. Sprinkle some cutting-edge content creators and you have something special in the making.” said Prem Bhatia, Managing Director Asia of PHAR Partnerships.

TUBE was officially launched on March 27 at an exclusive event at Penthouse 8747 in Makati. It was graced by advertising agencies, clients, media, content creators and PHAR partners. TUBE is currently installed in all LRT-2 and MRT-3 trains, and by July 2019 TUBE will be installed on the LRT-1 line as well.

PUBLISHED ARTICLES:

Business World: https://www.bworldonline.com/passenger-information-system-to-be-installed-in-lrt-mrt/

Manila Bulletin: https://business.mb.com.ph/2019/03/27/metro-trains-get-modern-passenger-information-system/

Adobo Magazine: https://adobomagazine.com/philippine-news/brand-business-manila-gets-its-first-ever-train-tv-network-tube-installed-mrt-and

FIRST EVER EXPRESSWAY NAMING RIGHTS PROGRAM LAUNCHED WITH MCX

This first-of-its-kind Naming Rights Program is an opportunity for brands that want to provide an unparalleled experience to the driving public. The MCX, operated by Ayala Infrastructure, has fundamentally changed how people access the SLEX and beyond. The MCX also saves PHP 400 million of fuel and PHP 1.3 billion man-hours of travel every year.

With total branding domination and bespoke activation, this is a 10-year program for brands and companies that truly want to contribute to easing the traffic woes in Metro Manila.

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PHAR Insights conducts market research for The Science Museum

PHAR Insight worked with The Science Museum to carry out brand research to support the Corporate Relationships team in building high-value partnerships with the commercial sector and realise the full potential from its stature as one of the world’s most important and respected institutions.

PHAR designed a comprehensive programme of research and analysis, analysing the value of the Science Museum’s assets and also conducting original research into the values associated with the Science Museum – and attitudes towards the benefits created for individuals and for the UK economy from advancing the STEM subjects for which the Science Museum provides both inspiration and a world-class learning resource. 

The unique insights from this research and analysis are now used by the Corporate relationships team to provide a compelling evidence base that help to demonstrate the value of partnership with the Science Museum for potential partners.  

“The Science Museum has worked with many leading sponsors and partners over the years, leading the way in the museum sector,” commented Penny Canepa-Anson, Associate Director of Development at The Science Museum.  “The in-depth programme of research and analysis designed by PHAR Insight has provided us with strong evidence for our partners on where our points of strength and differentiation lie and enabled us to strengthen our case for partnership. It is widely used by the team and has strengthened our understanding of the value of our brand and our assets internally as well as externally.”

Up&Go Enjoys Highest-ever Sales Levels Following Appointing PHAR to its Media Account

Up&Go, the UK’s fastest-growing breakfast drink, has enjoyed its highest-ever sales levels following its appointment of PHAR to its media account in 2018.

Appointed following a competitive pitch process, PHAR put together a media plan designed to support both the core Up&Go brand and also the launch of Up&Go Energize, a new high-protein breakfast shake. Built primarily around targeted social and digital media and tactical out of home locations, the campaign helped position Up&Go to families and generated rapid awareness and profile for the new Up&Go Energize brand.

Sales responded quickly to the media choices selected, leading to the strongest sales performance achieved since the product’s launch in 2015.

“We were really excited by what PHAR would be able to help us achieve when we first appointed them,” said Chris Laidlaw, CEO of Life Health Foods. “They put some real thought and intelligence into creating a plan that would effectively & efficiently put our brands in front of the right consumers at the right time. And the results speak for themselves – we are really impressed and look forward to continuing to working with PHAR into 2019.”

A new campaign for 2019 is now under way, looking both to build on the platform achieved in 2018 and also to refine the media strategy further through applying the learnings from the first campaign.

PHAR launches PAL’s Programmatic Publisher Trading Desk

Customized targeting, dynamic and cost-efficient – PAL introduces its newest digital advertising platform.

Since its appointment on 2017 as the ancillary revenue partner of PAL, PHAR Partnerships has been enhancing touchpoint options for top of the line brands.

For the first time ever in the Philippines, an airline has the ability to target passengers based on their search and booking data on the PAL website or mobile app. This includes: post-search, post-booking, pre-departure, at the airport, and upon arrival at destination. With its customizable real-time dashboard, PAL retargeting is certain to give advertisers regular visibility of campaign results. 

Launched Q4 of 2018, clients welcomed it positively, with brands coming from industries across insurance, banking, telcos, lending and retail.