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Manila Water received three citations anew for its communication programs at the 19th Philippine Quill Awards for 2022. The annual recognition given by the International Association of Business Communicators Philippines recognizes outstanding communication management, research, training and education, and skills programs for the past year. Manila Water’s corporate social responsibility arm Manila Water Foundation, won in theCommunications Skills Division for …

A recent technical study by Argentina’s National Technological University (NTU) revealed that ports in La Plata and Dock Sud can fully support container volumes and the flow of trade in the metropolitan areas of Greater Buenos Aires and Greater La Plata. The study, prepared by the NTU’s Technological Center for Transport, Traffic and Road Safety, is an important step towards realizing …

The Land Bank of the Philippines (LANDBANK) has partnered with software solutions firm MULTISYS Technologies Corporation to provide local government units (LGUs) with an efficient digital payment and collection solution for local fees and charges. Under the partnership, the state-run Bank’s all-in-one mobile wallet LANDBANKPay will be integrated with MULTISYS’ Smart City App, to allow residents to settle their financial …

SM Supermalls, in its commitment to create a safe and greener future for all, deployed the first ever free in-mall charging stations in the Philippines for e-Vehicles (EV) last April 28, 2022 at SM Aura Premier in Taguig City, SM North EDSA in Quezon City, SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City, and SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City. In its …

San Miguel Corporation (SMC) said its infrastructure arm has already begun construction on a 20-hectare property in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan that will serve as the main stabling area or train depot of its upcoming Mass Rail Transit 7 (MRT-7) project.   The depot, a key element of SMC Infrastructure’s first mass rail project, will have enough capacity to …

Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) presented its newly designed pickup truck Strada GLS line that flaunted a more contemporary and tougher exterior. The dynamic shield fascia now has a blackened radiator grille and front under garnish. A headlight garnish was also added which blends seamlessly with the LED Daytime Running Light (DRL). On the sides, the door mirror, step board, …

NLEX Corporation is set to complete and commence three significant projects within the second half of the year as it remains committed to lay the groundwork for more infrastructure developments and enhancements. Ongoing construction of NLEX Connector at Blumentritt in ManilaPerspective of NLEX C5 LinkNLEX Caloocan Interchange is the jump-off point of the NLEX Connector Among these projects are the …

The Isuzu Travis traveled 1,063 kms or a total of 21.26km/liter during its latest Isuzu One Full Tank Challenge, as observed and certified by the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP). From April 18 to 20, the participating trucks started their voyage from its newest dealership up north, Isuzu La Union. Led by former IPC President Hajime Koso and Vice President for …

Honda Cars Philippines, in line with the global mission of preserving the environment, has been offering a range of fuel-efficient models to choose from.  Honda also continues to improve its vehicles’ fuel economy in different driving conditions, whether in city trips with frequent stopping and starting, or in highway driving.  Here are examples of fuel mileage derived from fuel economy …

“If you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life.” This famous quote from American singer, songwriter, and actor Marc Anthony has been the guiding principle for Eunice Faith Manuel. Eunice is among those who found their vocation teaching kids in EdVenture, an online learning platform that provides affordable and high-quality virtual personalized tutorials for Kinder-Grade …