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The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and Danfoss Philippines Inc. are pushing forward the adoption of energy-efficient and carbon-neutral solutions in the development of New Clark City. BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang and Danfoss Philippines General Manager Allan Alfredo Almendrala signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the conduct of a study on the implementation …

The  University of the Philippines inked 10 memoranda of agreement (MOAs) with the Department of Public Works and Highways early this month,  reinforcing a partnership for the implementation of infrastructure projects across the UP System. UP President Angelo Jimenez described the signing as a historic event in one fell swoop. “I really believe that the relationship of UP and DPWH …

A new facility will be constructed in Palawan to enhance the country’s Philippine maritime security and air defense capabilities. In a press conference at the Tactical Operations Wing West (TOW WEST) in Palawan, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro announced significant upgrades to the country’s defense infrastructure, with the new facility set to serve as a “forward operating base” for the Philippine …

By Audie See Do you know that the leading man for all seasons Gabby Concepcion sings well and gets bookings as the main feature in unpublicized shows in various parts of the country? Singing sweetly but vibrantly in special events is how he keeps himself busy in between the TV serials he topbills with the likes of Marian Rivera and …

How do you solve a problem like opera? Considered a classical act, in which soprano Camille Lopez Molina perfectly delineated its form and content in a mediacon: “Opera isn’t only singing. It is also acting,” shared Camille. As if they’re not enough descriptions, opera has been labelled by many as an elite form of entertainment where only the coiffured and …

Rising young singer Kyle Molina, 16, has just clinched the honor and privilege of recording what is said to be the first alternative pop composition of the seasoned and award-winning hitmaker Vehnee Saturno.The song is simply titled “Ako” and its singer is the actor-looking very boyish senior high student of De La Salle-Benilde College. Kyle has been beaming with pride …

An efficient transport system fuels a free-flowing logistics supply which will eventually bring a range of economic benefits into full play, according to the Department of Transportation. The transport agency said it is complying with the directive of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in keeping the supply chains — from products, information and finances — flowing unimpeded. “If transport systems are …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is further deferring implementation of the penalties for violations of Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) No. 2024-001 – Revised Guidelines for All Vehicles Travelling on Toll Expressways – until next year. Data and information from the recent public consultations will be collated, including the number and profile of violators, to determine any amendments to the JMC. …

Government’s investment in transport infrastructure projects will boost economic activities in the country, while generating employment and see uptick in tourist arrivals, according to Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista. Sec. Bautista underscored on Tuesday the role the transport sector plays in increasing the productive capacity of the country’s economy. “The transportation sector is at the forefront of boosting economic growth …

The Regional Strategy on Biofouling Management in the ASEAN Region was adopted by the ASEAN Member States during the 47th ASEAN Maritime Transport Working Group (MTWG), held in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, from 17 to 18 September 2024. The Philippine delegation, led by MARINA Deputy Administrator for Operations, Ms. Nannette V. Dinopol, presented the draft Regional Strategy on Biofouling …