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The launch supports IWG’s goal of opening 29 new locations nationwide, lifting its total footprint to 76 centers by the end of 2026 as demand for hybrid and flexible work solutions continues to climb.
Why it matters
IWG’s expansion is a signal of growing confidence in the Philippine economy, particularly in office demand that is shifting away from traditional, centralized business districts.
As companies recalibrate their real estate strategies, flexible workspaces are increasingly viewed as a way to manage costs, retain talent, and maintain productivity in a hybrid setup.
The big picture
Globally, IWG operates more than 5,000 locations in 121 countries and now manages over one million rooms worldwide.
The group said it signed and opened more locations in the first half of 2025 than in its entire first decade, underscoring how rapidly flexible work has moved into the mainstream.
On the ground
The new Philippine centers include Spaces Calle Industria in Quezon City, Spaces The Stiles Enterprise Plaza and HQ Kalayaan Building in Makati City, Regus E-Square Mall in San Juan City, Regus i2 Building in Cebu City, and Regus Island Central Mactan in Lapu Lapu City.
These facilities will offer co-working spaces, private offices, and meeting rooms designed for companies of all sizes.
Between the lines
Beyond major urban hubs, IWG’s growth into cities such as Novaliches, Imus, Marikina, Caloocan, and Panglao reflects a structural shift toward decentralized work.
Shorter commutes and access to professional workspaces closer to home can support work-life balance, expand labor participation, and stimulate local business activity.
What they’re saying
Marc Descrozaille, CEO Middle-East, Africa & Asia Pacific at International Workplace Group PLC, said in a press release: “We are expanding our presence across the Philippines with six new centers this quarter, at a time when flexible and platform working is becoming the default model for companies of all sizes.”
Rowena Bravo-Natividad, country manager for International Workplace Group Philippines, said: “These openings reflect the growing demand for high-quality office solutions, and we’re proud to offer work environments that are professional, adaptable, and close to where people live.”
The outlook
With 82 percent of Philippine organizations now adopting hybrid work models, according to Colliers, IWG’s capital-light, partnership-driven strategy positions flexible workspaces as a key pillar of the evolving commercial real estate market and a quiet but meaningful contributor to economic resilience. —Ramon C. Nocon | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
