Belgium will host the 2026 Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Global Conference in Brussels on Oct. 8-9, bringing together government officials, industry leaders, investors, civil society organizations and development partners to discuss transparency, accountability and governance in the extractive sector. The conference, which will b...

RX BITEC Invites Manufacturers to Lead Trends and Increase Profitability Through Technologies from 30 Countries Thailand’s manufacturing sector is facing a new wave of challenges and pressure. RX BITEC therefore invites entrepreneurs and manufacturers from around the world to join in transforming production through innovations at Manufacturing Expo 202...

Philippine Mining and Exploration Association Monthly Membership Meeting welcomed Engr. Larry M. Heradez as the newly-appointed Director of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB). Engr. Heradez is a graduate of Mapua University, and has a career in MGB that spans for more than 30 years. In the past, he served as regional director of the Mines and Geosc...

On March 31, 2026, the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) has appointed Philippine Mining and Exploration Association (PMEA) President, Joey Nelson R. Ayson as International Representative in the Philippines for the remainder of 2026. This is a continuation of his appointment to the role since May 2025.

The Philippine nickel industry is seen a play a larger role in global critical mineral supply. The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) reported that the Philippine nickel sector is poised to play a larger role in global critical minerals supply chains as demand rises and geopolitical risks reshape sourcing strategies for key resources. This w...

The Philippines' environmental regulator has inducted 20 newly appointed and promoted personnel as part of efforts to strengthen its capacity to manage environmental protection programs and regulatory functions nationwide. The oath-taking ceremony, held on May 26 at the Environmental Management Bureau's conference facility within the Department of Envi...

MAEM International Inc., the Mindanao Association of Mining Engineers, held its 32nd Annual Mining Symposium and Exhibits on April 29 and 30 at the SMX Convention Center in SM Lanang, Davao City, drawing 281 registered participants and featuring 45 exhibit booths with 100 exhibitors.  Malaysian Consul General Muhammad Ikhawan Ariff Muhammad Yusof, atte...

On March 27, 2026, the 13th Annual PMEA Invitational Golf Tournament was held at the Mount Malarayat Golf & Country Club. The summer's heat was not an obstacle for this year’s players in displaying their skill, precision and perseverance for the sport.

One of the main events of 2025 was the Philippines-Australia Business Council’s (PABC) 50th Anniversary. Established in July 1975, PABC commemorated this special occasion in a grand celebration that was held at Manila Polo Club in Makati last November 12. This milestone event marks five decades of excellence, collaboration, and growth through active en...

For a wonderful start of the year, Philippine Mining and Exploration Association Monthly Membership Meeting focused on sustainable industrial solutions and advanced exploration technology, featuring speakers Michael Maglipon (President) from GFRP Philippines and Joven Brett Pacyaya (Asst. Manager, Geology) from Cordillera Exploration Co., Inc. The meeting...

From mapping mountains to mentoring generations, the Geological Society of the Philippines (GSP) has been the pillars of Philippine geology. To celebrate its 80th Anniversary, GSP’s Oak Jubilee and Geological Convention (GEOCON) 2025 was held at the Solaire Resort North, Quezon on December 2-3, 2025. The event honored the leaders in geoscience, latest ...

Geo Connect Asia grows its influence in a vibrant interconnected marketplace  The 6th edition of the two-day Geo Connect Asia will open on March 31 in Singapore, with record attendance expected from leading Singaporean and regional government agencies, enterprise decision-makers and global experts. Co-located with Digital Construction Asia, Drones &...

Today more than ever, artificial intelligence (AI), design software and emerging technologies are increasingly shaping how businesses operate, compete, and manage risk. This is most critical in a high-risk industry like mining. On December 4, 2025, Paramina International, Inc. hosted the 2025 DS GEOVIA User Conference Philippines at the Makati Diamond ...

Mining Asia (https://www.miningasiaconvention.com), Southeast Asia’s largest and longest-standing mining conference and exhibition, showcasing the region’s dynamic mining sector to an international audience of investors, industry leaders, and key mining stakeholders, is returning to Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre from June 23–24, ...

Geo Connect Asia Geo Connect Asia 2026, themed “Geospatial driven impacts: underground, land & sea to sky”, focuses on bringing the geospatial and location intelligence industries together for two days of face-to-face discussions and networking on the 31st March & 1st April in Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore.  Supported by the ...

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) plans to unlock the nation’s untapped mineral resources by issuing new regulatory policies within the next few months. This was announced during a plenary session at the Mining Philippines 2025 Conference and Exhibition at the Grand Hyatt Manila on Wednesday (Oct. 22, 2025), by DENR Undersecret...