September 2, 2025 | 12:00am
MANILA, Philippines — Jacob Ang, the youngest son of tycoon Ramon Ang, is ready to steer SMC Asia Automotive Distributors Corp. (SMCACD) to its subsequent part of development.
Jacob has been appointed as the brand new president of SMCACD, the unique distributor of BMW automobiles within the Philippines, changing Spencer Yu, who has led the corporate as president for seven years.
“That is an thrilling time for our trade and for BMW within the Philippines,” Jacob mentioned.
“My precedence is to construct on what we do finest – drive innovation in how we serve our clients, and strengthen BMW’s place because the chief in premium mobility within the nation,” he mentioned.
SMCACD mentioned that Jacob steps into the position at a time when demand for premium automobiles within the Philippines is rising, alongside rising curiosity in electrified mobility.
Based on the corporate, Jacob is well-prepared to guide the model into its subsequent chapter of development, having been actively concerned in its efforts to modernize operations and improve the shopper expertise.
“Jacob’s management and contemporary perspective will assist us additional strengthen BMW’s presence within the Philippines,” SMCACD chairman Ramon Ang mentioned.
“We now have constructed a robust basis through the years, and along with his vitality and imaginative and prescient, I’m assured he’ll take the model additional and create much more worth for our clients,” he mentioned.
SMCACD, an entirely owned firm beneath conglomerate San Miguel Corp., was appointed by the BMW Group as an importer, distributor and repair supplier of BMW vehicles within the Philippines in 2017.
BMW has the widest dealership community within the premium car section nationwide within the nation.