TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol, Philippines — Globe is optimizing its network in Tagbilaran City through the activation of new 5G sites.
This rollout delivers faster and more reliable connectivity. It supports Bohol’s growing tourism industry, improves access to digital services, and strengthens communications for communities and emergency response efforts.
The enhanced network enables better mobile experiences for residents, visitors, schools, healthcare institutions, businesses, and government operations across the city.
Supporting Bohol’s Growing Tourism Sector
Last year, Bohol welcomed almost 1.5 million tourists. This reflects a 4.18% increase from the previous year, according to data from the Bohol Provincial Tourism Office reported by the Philippine Information Agency in February 2026.
The continued rise in tourism highlights the importance of strong mobile connectivity in modern travel.
With fast 5G experience and network reliability access in Tagbilaran City, tourists can easily navigate destinations. They can book accommodations and transport, use digital payment platforms, share content instantly, and stay connected while exploring the island.
Benefits for Residents and Local Businesses
For residents and local businesses, reliable network performance helps enable smoother online transactions. It also supports digital entrepreneurship, remote work, cloud-based operations, streaming, and access to essential online services.
Strengthening Education, Healthcare, and Public Services
The network enhancement is expected to benefit Tagbilaran City residents. It also contributes to the connectivity needs of more than 1.4 million people across Bohol province.
It supports public schools, state colleges and universities under the Tagbilaran City Division, as well as hospitals and medical centers serving the local community.
The 5G sites improve access for schools, colleges, universities, LGUs, healthcare facilities, hotels, and communities. They also support online learning, digital tools, government services, and healthcare access.
They strengthen emergency and disaster response by enabling faster sharing of real-time advisories, weather updates, photos, videos, and location information among communities, responders, hospitals, and local government units.
For tourists, improved connectivity enhances access to Bohol’s destinations and attractions. It makes it easier to navigate the island, access travel information, book services, and stay connected while exploring.
Globe Statement on Connectivity and Growth
“Bohol’s growth as a tourism and economic center makes reliable connectivity even more important for communities and industries that depend on digital access,” said Jimbo Cordero, Visayas Territory Head at Globe.
“Through these new 5G optimizations in Tagbilaran City, Globe is strengthening digital access for residents, businesses, schools, healthcare institutions, and visitors while supporting the province’s continued progress.”
Broader Network Expansion Across Visayas and Mindanao
The Tagbilaran City rollout is part of Globe’s broader network expansion across the Visayas and Mindanao.
Globe earlier reported that its 5G coverage reached 97.97% in key cities across both regions as of March 2025. This followed the activation of 235 new 5G sites nationwide, supporting more than 9.5 million 5G-capable devices.
Technology and Service Improvements
To further improve service quality, Globe continues to integrate artificial intelligence and machine learning into its network operations.
These technologies help optimize performance, minimize disruptions, improve uptime, and support more energy-efficient systems.
“Connectivity today goes beyond internet access. It helps communities unlock opportunities, strengthen resilience, support livelihoods, and participate in the digital economy,” Cordero added.
“Globe remains committed to building a more connected and digitally empowered Visayas through continuous investments in reliable and future-ready network infrastructure.”
Local Initiatives in Bohol
Globe continues to strengthen its presence in Bohol through its pop-up store at Island City Mall in Tagbilaran City. It offers mobile and broadband services for households and small businesses.
In 2025, Globe also donated ten refurbished laptops to several barangays. This supports digitalization and eGovernance initiatives, including programs for the Lupon Tagapamayapa.
For more information about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.
ABOUT GLOBE
Globe Telecom, Inc. is a leading digital platform in the Philippines with interests in telecommunications, fintech, 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. 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.
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