Key takeaways:
- EDOTCO’s ₱150-B telecom project, endorsed by BOI, advances Philippine connectivity
- Plan includes deploying 25,000 structures for improved 5G and IoT capabilities
- Green initiative employs renewable energy, reducing energy costs for sustainable operations
- Project streamlines processes through green lanes, easing permit applications
- Benefits include enhanced national employment, strengthened telecom infrastructure, and a tech-forward future
EDOTCO Towers, Inc. just got a thumbs-up from the Philippine Board of Investments (BOI) for its massive telecom project. The BOI handed over the Green Lane Certificate to EDOTCO, marking a significant step in advancing our communication networks.
With an investment of about ₱150 billion, EDOTCO plans to set up 25,000 telecom structures all around—both in cities and rural areas. This move lines up with the government’s push to make sure everyone, even in remote areas, has good mobile and internet access.
What’s really exciting, according to the BOI, is that EDOTCO’s telecom setup will be the backbone for future mobile networks in the country. The project is a game-changer, bringing in advanced tech like 5th Generation (5G) mobile networks and big-scale Internet of Things (IoT) applications. They’re sharing this infrastructure with service providers and government agencies, making it open for everyone.
On the practical side, EDOTCO plans to use green energy like solar power and wind to run their operations. They’re also using smart software to keep the network running smoothly and avoid any hiccups.
This isn’t just about fancy tech—EDOTCO’s project is set to make our telecom system stronger, attracting more investors and supporting businesses. By cutting down on energy costs, it’s a win for telecom companies and helps reduce pressure on the national power grid. Plus, the project means more jobs for Filipinos and positive growth in domestic skilled labor pools, with a long-term transfer of knowledge from multinationals.
Started in 2018, EDOTCO is no newcomer. They’re all about building, running, and leasing out telecom towers. As the first foreign investor in the Philippines’ common towers, they’re recognized as a big deal in Malaysia too. Part of the EDOTCO Group, a Malaysian powerhouse, they manage over 58,000 towers across nine countries.
Green lanes, established by Executive Order No. 18, are making it easier for important projects like this to get moving. They streamline the process for strategic investments in the Philippines. EDOTCO’s green light isn’t just good for them—it’s a step toward a tech-savvy future for all of us.◼
Business Bayani PH 
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