Construction

Recognizing its strategic external defense posture, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is  set to allocate P3.2 billion for the expansion of the Pag-asa airport and a shelter port on Lawak Island in the West Philippine Sea. AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla, said  that these infrastructure improvements would “enhance logistical support and operational readiness for the personnel” as …

A customized flood-free and resilient, multi-family dwelling unit won the championship in the inaugural PHINMA Construction Materials Group (PHINMA CMG) hackathon on affordable and viable housing solutions for low-income Filipino families. Students from the Technological University of the Philippines (TUP) bested four other teams for their design “Kuwadrado” at the hackathon “Build with Union 2024: Linking Best Minds for Sustainable …

By Jinky Jorgio Chinese nationals accused of fraudulently acquiring properties in the Philippines are facing legal action, according to reports by the Office of Solicitor General (OSG) Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra said the OSG  is  set to review the documents provided by the House Quad committee and  coordinate with other government agencies to gather additional evidence and build the case. …

Quezon City will soon have its own transport hub similar to that of the Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX). The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) said its three-hectare property located at the corner of Elliptical Road and Commonwealth Avenue in QUezon City   is expected to rival the size of  PITX. “Our property in Quezon City is centrally located and …

Ayala Land Hospitality, the hospitality arm of property giant Ayala Land Inc. (ALI), is eyeing a new hotel brand as part of its continuing efforts to build up its hospitality portfolio. Although more details will only be  provided once the plans are finalized, Ayala Group is known for providing  accommodations that range from world-class, luxury brands to modern, urban lifestyle …

The first Filipino-themed five-star hotel  that will showcase the filipino culture  will soon rise in Quezon City. Gokongwei Group President and CEO  Lance Gokongwei announced they will build the first Filipino-themed five-star hotel, Fili, at the Bridgetowne commercial complex in Quezon City. Fili is  the newest property under the Robinsons Hotels and Resorts portfolio, according to Gocongwei. The construction is …

The local government of Mati in Davao Oriental has teamed up with the Alpha District Development Solutions, Inc to adopt a systematic, comprehensive, and ecological solid waste management program to establish a waste upcycling facility. A Memorandum of Agreement between Mayor Michelle Nakpil Rabat and Alpha Development Solutions, Inc. Executive Vice President Michelle Bautista-Tanada dubbed as Gawaing Matino at Wasto, …

By Jinky Jorgio The Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC) Project being undertaken by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)  is making significant progress. In a site inspection report to DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain said that bored piling works for the foundation of the land and marine viaducts as well as the main …

Discussions are underway to establish a seaport within the ecozone of Casiguran, Aurora, with the Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (Apeco) spearheading the initiative in partnership with a New York-based company and the Department of National Defense (DND). Apeco President and CEO Gil Taway IV revealed in a recent interview that he is set to embark on a …

The construction of the 1.34-kilometer Davao River (Bucana) Bridge by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is making steady progress, with civil works now more than halfway complete, less than a year after breaking ground in November 2023. In a report to DPWH Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain highlighted that the project has reached …