BMW provides fleet of 7 Series to 23rd World Economic Forum in East Asia

MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine government has appointed Asian Carmakers Corporation (ACC), the official importer and distributor of BMW cars in the Philippines, to serve as the official premium vehicle partner for the 23rd World Economic Forum on East Asia (WEF-EA) to be held on May 21 to 23, 2014 at The Makati Shangri-La Hotel. A fleet of the most innovative sedan in the luxury segment, the BMW 7 Series LCI, will be used for servicing visiting Heads of the States and Government leaders from across Asia during the said global forum.

“ACC is honored to once again partner with the Philippine government as the official premium vehicle partner for the 23rd WEF-EA. We are delighted that our partnership with the government in efforts to boost the country’s economy including the 45th Asian Development Bank (ADB) Annual Governors’ Meeting in May 2012, is sustained and, more importantly, strengthened,” said Maricar Parco, ACC president. “We continuously showcase our full support to the government’s undertakings in ensuring that ASEAN member countries are resilient and adept in the face of unpredictable economic challenges by providing BMW vehicles with unmatched superior performance, comfort, safety, and security.”

BMW 7 Series LCI, from the flagship model series of the BMW fleet, embodies sporting elegance, refined powertrain technology and luxurious comfort in equal measure. Regarded as one of the most innovative sedans in the luxury segment, it is marked with utmost ride comfort as well as a comprehensive selection of optional equipment and state-of-the-art safety technology. It sets the benchmark for performance and efficiency in its class.

ACC is set to provide 25 units of BMW 7 Series LCI which will be utilized for the transportation of Heads of the States and government leaders during their period of stay here in the country. The vehicles will be turned over to the Philippine government in accordance with the partnership.

The 23rd World Economic Forum on East Asia (WEF-EA) will be hosted by the Philippines for the very first time. It is a global gathering which aims to discuss economic opportunities for ASEAN Economic Community (AEC). Furthermore, it will also serve as a platform to showcase a story of economic growth achieved by ASEAN member countries while embracing good governance and anti-corruption policy.

“BMW is known to deliver superior mobility performance, safety, comfort, and luxury; because of these qualities tied to the brand, it has become a preferred premium vehicle provider that services significant gatherings globally including social, governmental and regional events,” said Glen Dasig, ACC Executive Director for Sales and Marketing. “The BMW 7 Series LCI, recognized with its unmatched sporting poise and luxurious comfort in perfect harmony, is nothing but suitable for the WEF-EA global gathering delegates.”

ACC prides itself with the unmatched leadership and dominance in the luxury vehicle segment which has spanned for eleven straight years. BMW further solidifies its brand value by once again taking the market leadership with its core values – to provide its clientele with unparalleled Joy and sheer driving pleasure through its products and services.