Volvo PH recognized for innovative and sustainable mobility solutions

MANILA: Volvo Philippines bagged the Smart and Safer Mobility Award at the recently concluded Europa Awards 2021.

The Smart and Safer Mobility Award is given to the company that has provided innovative and sustainable mobility solutions in response to the current challenges in the transport system. The award given to Volvo Philippines recognizes the company’s initiatives in addressing the concerns of accessibility, availability of infrastructure, and environmental impact. It also acknowledges the company’s clean, data-driven, and safe approach in redefining the urban mobility ecosystem.

As it moves forward, Volvo Philippines maintains safety and sustainability in all its operations. Volvo helps protect the environment and contributes to a fairer society by working towards climate neutrality, embracing the circular economy, and conducting business operations responsibly.

In a statement, Volvo Philippines President and Chief Executive Officer Atty. Alberto Arcilla said, “Electrification is how Volvo sees the future when it comes to safer and sustainable mobility. Hence, in 2019, we are also the first luxury car company in the Philippines to introduce a range of plug-in hybrid vehicles.”

Volvo is the first car company in the country to introduce an online customer service platform when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. The Volvo Concierge efficiently assists customers with all their automotive needs.

Aside from incorporating sustainability in their products and operations, Volvo Philippines has also organized various programs to promote safer and smarter mobility. It has unselfishly shared its safety and sustainability information not only with their customers, but also with everyone. Volvo dealers and distributors have spearheaded several sustainability forums, road safety projects, and programs that tackle about child safety in cars.

“Volvo Fika Talks, for example, is an ongoing series on sustainability where we engage with academic institutions and have open discussions with current industry practitioners to create an environment that highlights the benefits and impact of electrification and sustainable mobility,” Volvo Philippines Marketing Head Christopher Yu stated.

He added, “Safe Roads by Volvo is another local initiative. We collaborate with schools to raise awareness about road safety among students, school personnel, parents, guardians, and other road users. By putting up more visible road signages along school driveways and within school premises, we aim to create a safer and accident-free community.”

The Europa Awards is organized by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP). It aims to recognize the companies that excel in Circular Economy, Clean and Efficient Energy, Green and Inclusive Finance Solutions, Smart and Safer Mobility, Sustainable Food and Nutrition, and Water Resource Management.

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