For the second consecutive year, the TVIRD Mining Group marked another milestone in safety and emergency preparedness by taking the championship at the Mine Safety Field Competition during the 71st Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference on November 21. The sun was warm, the wind was cool and the air was tight as cheers echoed across the...

Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Raphael Lotilla emphasized the pivotal role of responsible mining in promoting sustainable economic growth and uplifting local communities. Speaking at the Pilipinas Conference organized by StratBase ADR Institute in Makati, Lotilla highlighted the DENR’s ongoing reforms through the Mines...

From the vast open pits to the sediment-filled settling ponds, a mining operation is a landscape in constant, measured motion. For the Philippine mining industry, mastering this motion—the movement of earth, water, and infrastructure—is the key to unlocking new levels of efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility. At the heart of this tran...

By Thomas Hanna, PG, Technical Director – Johnson Screens The use of Shur-Pak glass beads is becoming a better choice for the long-term operational costs of wells. This article compares the performance of two nearby wells—RWD 2004-6 and RWD 2024-6—constructed in the Quaternary High Plains aquifer near Lancaster, Nebraska, USA. These municipal sup...

Hinatuan Mining Corporation–Tagana-an Nickel Project (HMC–TNP) actively participated in the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) 2025, supporting this year’s theme, “Clean Seas Against the Climate Crisis.” The ICC, the world’s largest volunteer effort to protect the ocean, unites millions of participants across more than 150 countries in a shared goal—t...

Mining is a tough industry where every minute counts. To stay efficient and safe, operators must follow best practices that reduce downtime and extend equipment life. Here are three simple but powerful tips every mine site should follow—plus how Higantis can help you get the most out of them. 1. Operate Haul Trucks Properly Haul trucks are the backb...

As the Philippines cements its position in the global minerals market, the need for advanced refining technologies is growing more important. The Eriez Dry Vibrating Magnetic Filter (DVMF), a high-intensity magnetic separator designed to remove ultra-fine iron-bearing contaminants, is emerging as an essential technology for producers working with lithi...

Weir, a global leader in mining technology, today announces the launch of its latest report, Untapped: Mining’s opportunity to unlock value through strategic water management and innovative technology. The report highlights the critical role of water in mining and sets out a strategic vision for elevating water stewardship across the industry. As the w...

Environment Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla underscored the Philippines’ commitment to responsible and innovation-driven mineral development as the global shift to a low-carbon economy accelerates. In his opening address at the Philippines–Sweden Smart Mining Forum, Lotilla said the Philippines, as a resource-rich nation, holds both “a responsibility an...

The Philippine mining sector marked a significant milestone on November 18, 2025 as 69 newly licensed mining engineers took their oath in a face-to-face ceremony at the Paragon Hotel Function Hall in Baguio City. DENR Assistant Secretary for Mining Concerns and concurrent MGB OIC Director, Engr. Michael V. Cabalda, graced the solemn event. In his keyno...

The Philippines put its mining governance efforts on the international stage at the 21st Annual General Meeting of the Intergovernmental Forum on Mining, Minerals, Metals and Sustainable Development (IGF), held Nov. 3–5, 2025, at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. Hosted by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the annual meet...

Metallurgical test work at the Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog (MCB) Copper-Gold Project has confirmed that high copper and gold recoveries are achievable in the first decade of mining, Celsius Resources Limited reported. The tests, conducted by Brisbane Met Labs on ore samples from the first five years of mine life, showed consistent results across different ...

Global Ferronickel Holdings, Inc. (PSE: FNI), one of the Philippines’ leading nickel ore exporters, reported a 203.7% surge in net income attributable to shareholders to ₱1.527 billion for the first nine months of 2025, up from ₱502.6 million in the same period last year. This translated to earnings per share of ₱0.2978, reflecting improved profitability ...

Higher metal prices and stronger revenues boosted the profitability of OceanaGold (Philippines) Inc. (OGPI) during the nine months to September, with net income soaring by 67.8 percent to $49 million compared with the same period last year. In a disclosure, the company said total revenues rose by 20 percent to $317.2 million, mainly due to its “full ex...

Apex Mining Co. Inc. (APX) and its subsidiaries posted a consolidated net income of ₱5.45 billion for the first nine months of 2025, marking a 78 percent increase from ₱3.07 billion in the same period last year. For the third quarter alone, the group earned ₱2.15 billion, up from ₱1.31 billion in 2024. Parent company Apex Mining recorded ₱5.02 billion ...

Integrated energy company Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) reported a 37% decline in net income to ₱9.9 billion for the first nine months of 2025, from ₱15.7 billion in the same period last year. The decrease was mainly driven by weaker coal and electricity prices and higher production-related costs. “This has been a more difficult year ope...

SITE PROFILE The Masbate Gold Project (MGP) is a joint operation of Filminera Resources Corporation (FRC) and Phil Gold Processing and Refining Corporation (PGPRC). FRC owns, manages, and operates the entire Mineral Production Sharing Agreement (MPSA) awarded by the government, while PGPRC owns and operates the gold processing plant and is responsible...

Precision drilling and operational discipline are essential at the low-grade, high-tonnage Masbate Gold Project, one of the largest operating surface mines in the Philippines.  Every meter matters at the Masbate Gold Project. Located on a remote island 350 kilometers southeast of Manila, the mine has built a reputation for delivering gold safely, susta...

Minerals, Data, and a New Kind of Resource Wealth  By Fernando Penarroyo  The Philippines has long been recognized as one of the world’s most mineral-rich countries. With deposits of nickel, copper, and gold, it plays a vital role in global supply chains, especially at a time when electric cars, batteries, and renewable energy systems are driving de...

The Philippines has long been known as one of the world’s most mineralized countries, but continues to grapple with unlocking its full mining potential. For decades, red tape, policy uncertainty, and public distrust have kept investors away, even as the country sat atop the proverbial pot of gold.   However, this year’s leap in the 2024 Fraser Institut...

Philex Mining Corp. said its much-anticipated Silangan Copper and Gold Project in Surigao del Norte is entering the final stretch of development, with first metal production expected in the first quarter of 2026. In a project update, the company reported that mine development has been progressing rapidly, particularly at Level 95 (L95), where productio...

The Philippines and Sweden have agreed to deepen cooperation in sustainable mining and critical minerals development, aligning the country’s push for responsible resource management with Sweden’s expertise in green technology and circular economy practices. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), led by Secretary Raphael P. M. Lotil...

TVI Resource Development Philippines Inc. (TVIRD) once again upheld its reputation for operational excellence by surpassing regulatory compliance in the recently concluded Tenement Safety and Health, Environment and Social Development (TSHES) Audit for 2024. The audit covered both its operating mines — the Balabag Gold-Silver Project in Bayog, Zamboanga d...

In December 2024, Antrak Philippines, a prominent project logistics and freight forwarding company, officially embarked on a new chapter following a significant management buyout and a subsequent strategic rebranding. In February 2024, the company's current local principals successfully acquired full ownership, purchasing all shares previously held by ...