BDO Fuels the Future of Green Transport in the Philippines with VinFast Partnership

If you’ve noticed sleek green taxis quietly gliding through Metro Manila’s busy streets, you're witnessing the future of commuting in the Philippines.

These are the country’s first fully electric taxi fleet, powered by VinFast EVs and run by Green GSM Philippines, a bold step toward cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable urban transport.

At the center of this eco-friendly shift is BDO Unibank, Inc., providing the financial muscle to turn this green mobility vision into reality.

Driving Change with Strategic Partnerships

BDO plays a crucial role in accelerating the operations of three key players in the local EV ecosystem:

• VinFast Auto Philippines Inc., a fast-rising electric vehicle manufacturer and a subsidiary of Vietnam’s Vingroup JSC
• V-Green Charging Station Development Philippines Inc., a pioneer in EV charging infrastructure
• Green and Smart Mobility Philippines Inc. (Green GSM Philippines), the operator behind the electric taxi fleet

Through end-to-end banking solutions including cash management, consumer banking, and insurance services, BDO empowers these companies to expand their reach, improve EV accessibility, and scale ride-hailing services nationwide.

“Sustainable transportation isn’t just about innovation, it’s a commitment to the next generation,” said Duong Thi Thu Trang, Deputy CEO of Sales and Marketing at VinFast. “Our partnership with BDO brings EV technology closer to Filipinos while helping create smarter, greener cities.”

Building the EV Ecosystem

It’s not just about electric cars, it’s about building the infrastructure to support them. V-Green has already secured approvals to deploy EV charging stations in four SM Supermalls, with more planned throughout the BDO–SM network.

“Reliable charging stations are key to making EVs a viable option,” said Nguyen Thanh Duong, CEO of V-Green. “BDO’s support helps us expand quickly and ensure convenience for EV users.”

Smarter, Cleaner Rides Are Just the Beginning

In June 2025, Green GSM Philippines completed full integration with BDO’s digital banking platform, streamlining operations for driver onboarding, fare payments, and future expansions.

“Our goal is simple: to offer safer, cleaner public transport that helps reduce emissions,” shared Dao Quy Phi, CEO of Green GSM Philippines. “Partnering with BDO allows us to support our drivers better and grow our all-electric fleet sustainably.”

A Greener Road Ahead

This partnership between BDO, VinFast, V-Green, and Green GSM isn’t just about modernizing transport, it’s about redefining urban living. Together, they're making electric vehicles more accessible, charging stations more widespread, and commuting more sustainable for millions of Filipinos.

As more green taxis hit the streets and EV infrastructure expands, the Philippines is clearly steering toward a cleaner, smarter transport future with BDO driving the transformation.