AF Payments, Inc., the innovator behind the beep™ card, is marking another significant milestone by partnering with GHL Systems Philippines, a nationwide payment service provider and payment acquirer. This strategic alliance allows the beep™ card to be accepted as mode of payment across all GHL-operated payment terminals.
GHL employs its expertise and extensive network to ensure a seamless in-store transaction process for beep™ card users. This means that partner merchants of GHL—including Shell and Watsons—will now accept beep™ cards for payment, further enhancing convenience and accessibility for users. Simply tap to pay and enjoy your purchases.
“The partnership with GHL Systems Philippines highlights our dedication to innovation and enhancing the customer experience. By making transactions more convenient and accelerating the shift towards cashless payments, we are taking a significant step forward in our mission to elevate the digital payment landscape in the Philippines. More importantly, we maintain beep’s accessibility to Filipinos from all walks of life, thereby driving progress that is genuinely inclusive and equitable,” said AF Payments, Inc. President & CEO Jonathan Juan “JJ” Moreno.
beep™ is available for purchase in LRT 1, LRT 2, and MRT 3 stations, select convenience stores, and retail outlets and online via the official stores on Lazada and Shopee.
The GHL initiative is integral to beep™’s growth plan, which is focused on broadening card acceptance in the market. With its inclusion in the vast GHL network that spans across the Asia-Pacific, both customers and merchants benefit from the seamless integration. And by eliminating cash handling, beep™ delivers a faster, safer, and more efficient transaction experience.
beep™ 2025: Expanding horizons
At present, the beep™ card is accepted in all elevated railways—LRT 1 (including the five new stations of the Cavite Extension Phase 1), LRT 2, and MRT 3. Select bus lines, P2P buses, ferries, and modern jeepneys are also beep™-enabled. In addition, partner retail merchants such as convenience stores, retail branches, and food establishments also comprise the expansive AF Payments network. beep™ card can be reloaded through various offline and online channels, a testament to its strong presence in Filipinos’ everyday life.
Looking ahead to 2025, beep™ is gearing up for an ambitious expansion. AF Payments, Inc. is determined to significantly grow its partner network with the aim of processing 3 billion transactions (in volume) by next year.
With a strong emphasis on strategic collaborations across private and public sectors, beep™ is consistently driving the cashless revolution forward in the country. As it continues to expand its reach and capabilities, the company remains dedicated to redefining the payment landscape and setting new standards for cashless transactions in the Philippines.
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Businesses and other organizations looking to partner with AF Payments, Inc. may visit the website <beep.com.ph/beep-business> or contact the Service Desk at (02) 87379600 (Landline), 09175121319 , or 09985819675 (Smart Line).
