ICTSI tops intangible assets in Global Innovation Index

International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) was named the Philippines’ leading company for intangible asset intensity in the 2025 Global Innovation Index, underscoring how nonphysical assets such as brand, proprietary systems, and expertise are driving corporate value.

The World Intellectual Property Organization, citing Brand Finance, reported ICTSI scored 85.94 percent, meaning nearly nine of every 10 pesos of its market capitalization is attributed to intangibles including intellectual property, brand reputation, customer relationships, and long-term port concessions.

Intangible asset intensity measures how much of a company’s worth comes from nonphysical resources rather than traditional assets like buildings or equipment.

ICTSI’s top ranking reflects the global port operator’s ability to pair physical infrastructure with digital systems, operational know-how, and an international network, with the company managing 33 terminals in 19 countries.

The recognition comes as the Philippines climbed to 50th out of 139 economies in the 2025 Global Innovation Index from 53rd in 2024 and ranked third among lower middle–income economies.

The index highlighted stronger knowledge and technology outputs for the Philippines at 38th worldwide, noting gains in high-tech exports, venture capital activity, and digital adoption.

According to the report, the country continues to perform above expectations for its income level, signaling resilience and steady progress in innovation-led development.

ICTSI’s ranking underscores how leading Philippine companies are sustaining this momentum by leveraging intangibles alongside physical infrastructure to strengthen global competitiveness.

Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Manila, ICTSI develops, manages, and operates ports in the Asia-Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and is widely cited for public-private partnerships focused on sustainable development and corporate social responsibility.