Propelled by public trust on its diverse portfolio of products, services and innovative solutions, GE (General Electric) continues to show impressive performance as a partner for growth in the Philippines and the rest of ASEAN.

“GE's leadership in driving major Philippine industries underlines its important role as one of the country's reliable partners in achieving economic goals and hastening business developments in industries and areas where GE has a strong presence,” says Colin Low, President GE Philippines, Singapore and Cambodia & Regional Executive – GE Growth Initiatives South East Asia. “We remain true to our vision of turning imaginative ideas into sound businesses.”

As GE Philippines marks its 74th anniversary this October, the company reinforces its commitment to its overall growth objective to uphold the trust of its stakeholders and the general public. “In the midst of today’s economic uncertainties, GE remains strong and stable. We draw our strength, not only from our diverse businesses but from our greatest assets – our people, who drive GE’s growth,” Low explained.

GE's strength over the years lies on its investment in human resource, cultivating a corporate culture that puts a premium on employee training and empowerment.

Its presence in the country started in 1890 when GE’s predecessor, Thomas Houston Electric Company installed the first electric street lights on Real Street in Manila. From then on, GE steadily increased its commitment to the country, and in October 1935, incorporated GE Philippines, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary, to engage in a broad range of manufacturing, trading and service businesses.

Today, all of GE’s businesses present in the Philippines are aimed at expanding the company’s growth capability and positioning the company for sustained growth. With almost 1,000 employees and a diverse collection of products and services, GE in the Philippines can expedite some of the country’s priorities in terms of economic and business development as well as value and care for the environment and the Filipino people.

In the Philippines, GE Infrastructure is a leading presence in the areas of energy (power generation, transmission and distribution), transport (aircraft engines), and water and process technologies. GE powers 100% of the Philippine Airline aircraft fleet and 100% of the Cebu Pacific Airbus A320 family of aircraft. In the meantime, the GE Consumer and Industrial segment is a trusted leader in lighting, components and appliances cutting across residential, commercial, industrial and government customers. Likewise, GE Healthcare is making an impressive imprint in health technology by providing modern and innovative diagnostic equipment that benefits healthcare institutions and professionals.