Philippine operators move to safeguard networks amid energy emergency

Details: Manny Pham; Category: Operators; 31 March 2026; 8299 views

Operators in the Philippines said they will maintain services as close to normal as possible after the country became one of the first to declare a state of emergency over an energy shortage linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Globe Telecom said it does not expect major disruption, activating its business continuity plan (BCP) to stabilise operations and prioritise network performance. The operator has rolled out a work-from-home scheme alongside energy-saving measures designed to manage demand across its network.

The company added that it has secured sufficient fuel supplies to support its infrastructure during power interruptions, with battery backup systems in place should both the national grid and generators go offline.

Globe is also taking longer-term steps to reduce its reliance on traditional power sources, noting that a growing portion of its network is supported by renewable energy, alongside the deployment of energy-efficient technologies such as AI-driven optimisation tools.

Meanwhile, PLDT said it is implementing its own comprehensive continuity measures to ensure uninterrupted services across its consumer and enterprise units. These include built-in network redundancies, diversified supply chains, fuel reserves and operational readiness across its workforce.

The assurances come after Philippines president, Ferdinand Marcos Junior, declared a national state of emergency to address potential disruptions to fuel supply, as the country grapples with the knock-on effects of global energy market volatility.

Both operators emphasised that maintaining connectivity remains a critical priority, particularly as digital services play an increasingly central role in daily life and economic activity.