The DMCI Mining Corp. is nearing its 3 million wet metric ton (WMT) production target for 2026, driven by rapid shipments from its Palawan and Zambales operations. “If you talk about the group, we’re at 3 million tons right now. We’re on track for this, for 3 million. That was our target,” DMCI Mining president and chief operating officer Tulsi …
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MTerra Solar starts operations
Meralco PowerGen Corp. (MGen) has announced that its MTerra Solar Phase 1 project has started commercial operation and is now delivering 600 megawatts of alternating current (MWac) of mid-merit capacity. This came after the facility secured its Final Certificate of Approval to Connect (FCATC) from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) last Aug. 26. The green light was …
Read More »SSS bullish, eyes P71-B by yearend
The Social Security System (SSS) is hopeful that it would earn at least P71.41 billion by the end of this year, mostly from its investments in government securities. The expectation will come from the state pension fund’s total investments estimated at P1.44 trillion by yearend with an expected return on investment (RoI) of 6.11%. At end-June, SSS’ investment income was …
Read More »Contecon Manzanillo opens the port to ultra large container ships
Contecon Manzanillo S.A. de C.V. (CMSA), the Mexican unit of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), has become the sole terminal operator at the Port of Manzanillo authorized to handle ultra-large container vessels with drafts of up to 15.5 meters. Supported by ongoing dredging from the port authority and CMSA’s own terminal investments, the facility can now accommodate ships up …
Read More »PlayTime Entertainment Treats Sports Fans with All-Star Game 2026
Sports and entertainment collided on Sunday, August 23, as PlayTime Entertainment successfully sponsored the All-Star Game 2026. The action-packed event featured thrilling matchups across the Juniors Division, Women’s Volleyball, and the headline “SEAbling Showdown” international basketball match between Team Philippines (Star Magic Shooting Stars) and Team Thailand (GMMTV All-Stars). Fans were treated to immersive experiences, including a high-energy opening shootout …
Read More »Thai Trade Center Manila Opens a New Chapter with “Melody of Books” at the Manila International Book Fair 2026
The Thai Trade Center Manila is making its historic debut at the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) 2026 with an immersive showcase titled “Melody of Books.” Running from September 9 to 13 at the SMX Convention Center Manila (Level 2, Booth Nos. 2-48, 2-49, 2-54, and 2-55), the pavilion aims to bring the sights, sounds, and stories of Thailand closer …
Read More »Garrick Thompson as New Managing Director of FedEx Philippines
A FedEx veteran with nearly two decades of experience across the company, Thompson returns to the Philippines after serving as Managing Director of FedEx Indonesia for more than five years. He previously held leadership roles in the Philippines across sales and other functions, where he helped drive significant revenue growth and expand FedEx’s customer base. In his new role, Thompson …
Read More »Lifesaving Skills Become More Inclusive in Mandaluyong
Knowing how to respond when someone suddenly collapses can mean the difference between life and death. In Mandaluyong City, a new community initiative is making sure that lifesaving knowledge becomes accessible to more Filipinos, including persons with disabilities (PWDs) and their caregivers. Bell-Kenz Pharma’s Sagip CPR is holding its first formal collaboration with the PWD sector on September 2, 2026, …
Read More »₱78 B paid to gov’t by NAIA operator
The New NAIA Infrastructure Corp. (NNIC), the private operator of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has remitted ₱78 billion to the government since winning the bid and taking over the operations of the principal gateway two years ago. The corporation, a consortium led by San Miguel Corp., also put in almost ₱7 billion in modernization efforts of the airport. …
Read More »Manulife and Chinabank Strengthen Alliance as CEO Visits Manila
Manulife’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Phil Witherington, recently visited Manila to meet with Chinabank’s executive leadership team, celebrating the enduring bancassurance partnership between Manulife Philippines and Chinabank via Manulife China Bank Life Assurance Corporation (MCBL). This high-level meeting builds directly upon the renewed 15-year agreement signed in 2025, which extends their successful alliance that originally began back in 2007. …
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