BDO backs PLDT’s VITRO

MANILA, Philippines — Sy-led BDO Unibank Inc. has partnered with VITRO Inc., the data center arm of the PLDT Group, to support the development of the country’s first AI-ready hyperscale data center, marking a key step toward positioning the Philippines as a competitive player in the global digital economy.

Under the partnership, the country’s largest lender is providing strategic financing and banking solutions for VITRO Santa Rosa (VSR), touted as the country’s most advanced data center.

The facility is designed to deliver up to 50 megawatts of power, accommodate 4,500 racks and deploy advanced cooling systems that support intensive artificial intelligence workloads.

“We want to position the Philippines as a competitive player in the global digital economy. VITRO Santa Rosa is not just a data center – it’s the backbone of the country’s digital economy in the AI era,” VITRO president and CEO Victor Genuino said.

VSR forms part of VITRO’s growing nationwide network of data centers that underpin mission-critical operations such as online banking, e-commerce and cloud computing. Engineered for resilience, these facilities are capable of operating 24/7 even during natural disasters or power interruptions, ensuring business continuity for clients.

Beyond infrastructure, VITRO’s digital ecosystem hosts and interconnects global and local enterprises, cloud service providers and public sector institutions within a secure and reliable environment.

“Supporting PLDT’s VITRO Santa Rosa reflects BDO’s commitment to advancing the Philippines’ digital competitiveness,” BDO Unibank executive vice president and head of Institutional Banking Group Charles Rodriguez said.

“By backing future-ready infrastructure, we are driving innovation, opening doors to global investment and creating long-term opportunities for the economy,” Rodriguez said.

BDO played a pivotal role in the execution of the project by providing a flexible credit facility that allowed VITRO to manage cash flows effectively across various construction phases.

The bank also implemented customized cash management solutions, helping VITRO transition from manual to fully digital payment systems, which enhances efficiency, security and real-time reconciliation.

By enabling the country’s first AI-ready hyperscale data center, BDO and VITRO are helping solidify the Philippines’ position in the global digital economy.

The partnership sets a new benchmark for sustainable digital infrastructure, aimed at empowering businesses, attracting investments and supporting a more resilient, technology-driven nation.