The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) has strengthened the technical capabilities of its geologists through a comprehensive training program on two-dimensional (2D) georesistivity survey techniques, enhancing the agency's capacity for subsurface characterization and mineral exploration. Held from June 15 to 19 in Cebu City, the Comprehensive Training ...

Building lasting relationships with host communities requires more than delivering projects—it demands trust, patience, and genuine partnership, according to the community relations manager of TVI Resource Development Philippines Inc. (TVIRD). Kahlil Pope Tabernero, who oversees community relations for TVIRD's Agata, Balabag, and Siana mining projects,...

The Philippines and Canada have strengthened their cooperation on critical minerals and responsible mining through a new bilateral agreement, while President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s official visit to Canada also secured new investment commitments that could extend the life of two of the country's largest gold mining operations. Environment Secretary ...

Nickel Asia Corporation (NAC), the Philippines' largest producer of lateritic nickel ore and a growing player in renewable energy, has become the first mining company in the country to receive validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets. The validation confirms that NAC's GHG emis...

The Philippines showcased its critical minerals investment opportunities, flagship mining projects and fiscal incentives to international investors during the two-day Mining Asia Conference in Singapore, highlighting the country's ambition to move beyond raw mineral exports and develop a value-added processing industry. The Department of Trade and Indu...

FCF Minerals Corporation has taken another step towards the responsible closure of its Runruno Gold Project after presenting its Final Mine Rehabilitation and Decommissioning Plan (FMR/DP) to the Mine Rehabilitation Fund Committee (MRFC) as part of the regulatory review process. The presentation, held on 18 June 2026 in Santiago City, Isabela, forms pa...

The Philippine Society of Mining Engineers (PSEM), in partnership with the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) MIMAROPA Region, concluded the Mining Engineers' Convention (MinECon 2026) with resounding success, reaffirming the mining sector's commitment to responsible mineral development, environmental stewardship, and strengthened collaboration among stak...

Emerging Power Inc. (EPI), the renewable energy arm of natural resources leader Nickel Asia Corporation (NAC), has clinched a major regional accolade for its flagship solar venture at the prestigious Asset Triple A Awards Sustainable Infrastructure Finance Awards 2026. The company's 145-MWp facility in Subic was named Renewable Energy Deal of the Year ...

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) has launched a new digital platform that brings together mining and geological information into a single online portal, a move aimed at streamlining government services, improving access to data and supporting public safety. The Mining and Geology Information Portal, developed by the MGB's Lands Geological Survey ...

Southeast Asian nations are seeking to move beyond their traditional role as suppliers of raw minerals and position the region as a global hub for value-added critical minerals industries, following discussions at the International Investment Forum on Critical Minerals held in Jakarta earlier this month. The two-day forum, held June 4 to 5 at the St. R...

Forepoling is a method of supporting the weak roof of a mine or tunnel, traditionally used in soft, loose, or caving ground conditions. To apply this method, poles, timber, steel tubes, or slabs are driven into the ground before or during excavation. The method has been used for centuries in both small-scale mining operations and large tunneling projec...

Mining operations in the Philippines operate in some of the harshest industrial environments in Southeast Asia. Abrasive ore, heavy slurry movement, constant vibration, and continuous production schedules place severe stress on equipment and plant infrastructure. In many cases, maintenance shutdowns can cost thousands of dollars per hour in lost productio...

Taganito HPAL Nickel Corporation (THPAL) has signed contracts with 50 beneficiaries of its 2026 Special Scholarship Program following a competitive screening process, the company, based in Claver, Surigao del Norte, said. The program is part of THPAL's Social Development and Management Program and supports education in mine technology, geosciences, and...

Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC), in partnership with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Surigao del Norte, celebrated the graduation of 196 trainees under the TESDA Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Upskilling and Regular Training Programs during a mass graduation ceremony on March 31, 2026, at the TMC Training...

Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) and the Philippine Coast Guard–Coast Guard District Northeastern Mindanao (PCG-CGDNEM) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on April 29, 2026, at the TMC Training and Assessment Center to boost maritime safety, coastal security, and emergency response in Claver and nearby communities. The agreement formalizes collabo...

Precision in elemental analysis in the mining industry directly impacts operational efficiency, ore valuation, compliance, and profitability. For Philippine nickel mining companies, the ability of the assay laboratory to generate fast, accurate, and repeatable analytical results is critical to decision-making in both the field and the laboratory. This ...

In mining and heavy construction, operations never stop. Every hour of downtime means lost productivity, rising costs, and operational disruption. That is why choosing the right partner is about far more than the lowest upfront price—it is about choosing a partner that can respond when challenges arise. When problems occur, customers do not call the fa...

For over three decades, Dela Torre & Co., Inc. (DCI) has remained at the forefront of industrial rubber manufacturing in the Philippines, delivering high-quality products and technical services that support critical industries nationwide and abroad. Recognized for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, DCI has built a sol...

Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC), the country's largest producer of lateritic nickel ore, has secured a spot in the 2026 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 for the second consecutive year, improving its ranking as the company continues to expand its mining and renewable energy businesses. In a statement, NAC said it ranked 453rd on this year's list, up from 492nd in 20...

Ten mining and quarrying companies in Central Visayas planted a total of 2,310 seedlings in Cebu and Bohol as part of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau's (MGB) Simultaneous Nationwide Tree Planting Activity held on June 12. The initiative was conducted in observance of the 2026 Philippine Environment Month and in support of the Mining Engineers' Convent...

Carrascal Nickel Corporation (CNC) has turned over P1.3 million worth of food-for-work projects to two barangays in Carrascal town to support community clean-up activities, food security and livelihood opportunities. The turnover ceremony was held on June 17 for Barangay Babuyan and Barangay Embarcadero, with the projects funded through the company's S...

OceanaGold (Philippines) Inc. has completed a mine rescue training program for 15 members of the Didipio Mine Emergency Response Team (ERT) and volunteer responders from various departments as part of efforts to strengthen emergency preparedness and workplace safety. The nine-day program provided participants with intensive training in first aid, incid...

The Siana Gold Project of Greenstone Resources Corp. (GRC), a wholly owned subsidiary of TVI Resource Development (Phils.) Inc. (TVIRD), received positive assessments during a recent quarterly environmental inspection that highlighted the company's renewable energy investments, rehabilitation efforts, and compliance with environmental standards. The in...

Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) President Dante R. Bravo said the Philippine nickel industry remains well-positioned to compete and grow despite global headwinds, shifting trade dynamics and market uncertainties. Bravo made the remarks during the Singapore New Energy Metals & Materials Forum 2026 organized by E Steel and Shanghai Meta...