Gogoro (NASDAQ: GGR), a global technology leader in battery-swapping ecosystems, 917ventures and Ayala have launched Gogoro Smartscooters and battery-swapping in the Philippines. 

The partnership aims to bring smart, convenient, and accessible two-wheel electric vehicles to Filipino customers while promoting sustainable transportation.

With more than 540,000 riders and one million smart batteries deployed, Gogoro aims to replicate its success in Taiwan, with public availability in the Philippines is expected by Q4 2023.

Horace Luke, Founder and CEO of Gogoro stated: "We look forward to working together to deliver a sustainable transport system that will improve air quality, reduce carbon emissions, and provide a superior riding experience for consumers in the Philippines."

Bernie Llamzon, Globe Capital Venture Director, added: "The Gogoro ecosystem is very convenient as its swap-and-go technology allows riders to swap out depleted batteries for charged ones in just seconds and go on their way.”

Founded in 2011 to rethink urban energy and inspire the world to move through cities in smarter and more sustainable ways, Gogoro leverages the power of innovation to change the way urban energy is distributed and consumed.

Shares of Gogoro trade on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol GGR.