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Adriatic Gate Container Terminal (AGCT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) operation at the Port of Rijeka in Croatia, welcomed the commencement of the new Hadria  service by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) with the maiden call of the MSC ANNICK on April 9. MSC’s standalone service marks a significant development for North Adriatic trade connectivity, offering direct weekly connections to …

As SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA), the regions flagship event for the global electronics manufacturing and supply chain community, prepares to host its inaugural and highly anticipated CEO Summit, an exceptional lineup of international industry leaders has been confirmed to speak.  Taking place on Tuesday, May 20 May  at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore, the CEO Summit is poised …

I am MAD (Making A Difference) Volunteers, Inc., a volunteer-powered nonprofit, marked its 15th year with a meaningful return to Baguio City, where its journey began.  The MAD Meet Annual Volunteer Reunion & Anniversary Celebration featured the launch of its newest campaign, ‘I am Powered by Volunteer15m – I am MAD: 15 Years of Heartfelt M15sion.’ This year’s theme, “I …

The  Shari’ah Supervisory Board (SSB) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has released the guidelines on the submission of requests for Shari’ah opinions of the SSB. The SSB issues opinions on Islamic banking transactions and products issued by financial institutions and other stakeholders in the BARMM, and when requested by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), financial …

Yllana Racing, in partnership with Okada Manila, brings back one of the country’s most anticipated racing events with the Okada Manila Motorsport Carnivale 2025, opening on May 4 in Parañaque City.  Set against the iconic backdrop of the Philippines’ premier integrated resort—and with racing action extending to the Boardwalk and Gardens, the seaside area just outside Okada Manila—this year’s edition …

Through ups and downs, Zsa Zsa Padilla stands-out for being an artist who continues to thrive in recording, film, television, and live concert stage. Zsa Zsa takes the stage once more to create an evening of magic with her upcoming concert, Zsa Zsa: Through The Years, happening May 17 at Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Ayala Malls Circuit Grounds, Makati. …

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has entered a significant stage in the construction of the 2.3-kilometer twin-tube tunnel — soon to be the longest road mountain tunnel in the Philippines—serving as a key feature of the 45.5 kilometer, four-lane Davao City Bypass Construction Project (DCBCP). This flagship infrastructure is being undertaken in line with President Ferdinand R. …

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is accelerating the construction of the Bucana Bridge Project, a 1.34-kilometer, four-lane, six-span structure expected to significantly ease traffic congestion in Davao City. DPWH Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain reported to Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan that the project, also known as the Davao River Bridge Project, is now nearly 80% complete. Implemented …

Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon is initiating the rehabilitation of the EDSA busway, allocating P253 million for the first phase of the project. The Department of Transportation (DOTr) yesterday invited to bid for the design and build contract for the first leg of the rehabilitation of busway stations. The DOTr will spend P252.8 million for the upgrade of four bus stops, …

The Philippine government has secured financing from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) worth USD 1.45 billion for the Malolos-Clark Railway Project (MCRP). ADB Philippines Country Director Pavit Ramachandran said the MCRP is one of ADB’s biggest financing projects in the Asia and Pacific region. “We are proud to partner with the government in making the vision of a world-class mass …