Maynilad sets record for largest pipe drum ensemble

MANILA, Philippines – Filipinos have another reason to be proud as the country’s own Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) made history by setting a new Guinness World Records™ for the “Largest Pipe Drum Ensemble” last January 31.

In a gathering of more than 2,000 guests, Maynilad employees rocked the SMX Convention Center by using water pipes to play out a rhythm of beats in unison, which earned them the Guinness record.

London-based Guinness World Records™ adjudicator Kimberley Dennis witnessed the event.

The record-setting victory was among the highlights of Maynilad’s 2011 Customer Service Rally graced by Maynilad Chairman Manny Pangilinan, Board Member Jorge Consunji, President Ricky Vargas and CEO Herbert Consunji.

Vargas congratulated Maynilad employees and encouraged them to continue to move together as one team as they bring safe, reliable, and affordable water to Filipino families.

“We can do all of these if we have the correct mindset,” Vargas said. “We have to continue to put our customers first.” 

For his part, Chris Lichauco, Maynilad's Head of Business Operations, said the Guinness record is symbolic of how everyone’s participation, hard work and dedication are crucial in achieving a common goal.

“The last three years has been all about breaking records for Maynilad. This year is the most ambitious yet,“ Lichauco added, as he shared the company’s various plans to further improve its services, such as infrastructure, service area expansion and customer service, among others.

Special guest and famed motivator Bo Sanchez also shared a few moving words that both inspired and delighted Maynilad employees while celebrity Ryan Agoncillo fired up the crowd with his hosting skills.

The event was conceptualized and organized with help from Y&R Philippines, Inc. (Y&R Phils.), a through-the-line agency that counts events management among its various services. “We are truly honored to have been part of this momentous occasion,” says Y&R Phils. COO Mary Buenaventura.

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. is owned and managed by DMCI-MPIC Water Company, Inc. (DMWCI), a joint venture between Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) and DMCI Holdings Inc. (DMCIHI).

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) provides water and wastewater services to the cities of Manila (all but portions of San Andres & Sta. Ana), Quezon City (west of San Juan River, West Avenue, EDSA, Congressional, Mindanao Avenue, the northern part starting from the Districts of the Holy Spirit & Batasan Hills), Makati (west of South Super Hi-way), Caloocan, Pasay, Parañaque, Las Piñas, Muntinlupa, Valenzuela, Navotas and Malabon, all in Metro Manila; Cavite City, and the towns of Bacoor, Imus, Kawit, Noveleta and Rosario, all in the Cavite province.