The Philippine mining industry continues to play a vital role in the country’s economic growth by supplying nickel, copper, gold, limestone, and other essential minerals for domestic manufacturing and export markets.   However, the harsh operating conditions inside mines and mineral processing plants subject equipment to continuous abrasion, corrosion,...

The Best Work Often Happens Beneath the Surface  When people see a mine, a dam, a renewable energy project, or major infrastructure taking shape, they see the finished result. What they often don't see is the groundwork that made it possible. Long before construction begins, critical decisions are guided by the information gathered beneath the surface,...

Supportive government policy has lifted confidence across the Philippine mining sector with the industry now entering a growth phase. With momentum building across the industry, operators have the certainty to invest in new projects and upgrade existing infrastructure. This means equipment suppliers need to have stock and parts to back the uptick in minin...

From SONA 2026, to Pax Silica, and global nickel market, the Chamber of Mines shared its viewpoint and recommend solutions for the challenges that the Philippine mining industry are currently facing. On August 3, 2026, Atty. Ronald Recidoro was the keynote speaker at the Philippine Mining and Exploration Association (PMEA) Monthly Membership Meeting. H...

The Philippines is shifting its mineral strategy from raw ore exports toward domestic processing, value addition and downstream manufacturing under Executive Order No. 122, which establishes a national policy framework for the critical minerals industry. Issued in August 2026, EO 122 provides a framework covering the critical minerals value chain, from...

The value of the Philippines’ metallic mineral production rose 41.4 percent to P202.18 billion in the first half of 2026 from P142.99 billion a year earlier, driven by higher production values across most major mineral commodities, government data showed. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources data showed that production value increased de...

PhilEnergy Expo 2026, a comprehensive 3-day energy trade event, was held from June 24 to 26, 2026 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City. The event focused on advancing clean energy, sustainable power technologies, and national energy security, with the theme “Shaping the Philippine Energy Sector for a Sustainable Future”.

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) has launched a three-day national deputation and capacity-building workshop for Deputy Environment and Natural Resources Officers (DENROs) for Mines as part of efforts to strengthen the government's enforcement against illegal mining. According to a press release from the MGB's Mining Technology Division, the work...

The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Executive Order 122 will help advance the country’s critical minerals industry and strengthen its position in the global market. Marcos signed EO 122 on Aug. 18, establishing a unified national policy framework for the development of the Philippines’ critical minera...

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27, 2026, at the House of Representatives in Quezon City. During his 2026 SONA, President Marcos Jr. emphasized the administration's aggressive infrastructure initiatives, focusing on the rehabilitation and reopening of vital bridges, namely: the San Juanico B...

By Anthony Chaytors, Director of Operations, Ausenco Successful mining projects are measured by more than the asset that is delivered. Cost, schedule, safety and performance remain critical, but so does the legacy left behind: a skilled local workforce, contractors that build capability in the region, and communities that engage with and see lasting va...

Since the rebranding of Antrak Philippines to FLS Group Philippines, Inc. in December 2024, the company has been involved in major projects for the country and is geared to accomplish more in the months ahead. This year, The FLS Group partnered with partnered with Miescor (Meralco Industrial Engineering Corporation) who was the EPC for the Meralco PowerGe...

Mining plays a critical role in the Philippine economy, supporting demand for copper, gold and nickel across regional and global markets. However, every operation produces large volumes of waste that must be managed safely over the long term. Globally, more than 100 billion tonnes of mine waste are generated annually, and the Philippines faces its share o...

Pax Silica is a U.S.-led initiative launched in late 2025 to establish a trusted network of partner countries across the artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductor value chain, from critical mineral extraction and energy infrastructure to semiconductor manufacturing, data centers, and AI technologies. Named from the Latin word pax ("peace" or "stable ...

Diwata-Women in Resource Development, Inc. marked its 14th anniversary not by looking inward, but by reaching outward, bringing together communities, institutions, and partners in the spirit of compassion and solidarity.  On 17 July 2026, in partnership with the South African Embassy, Diwata commemorated Nelson Mandela Day through a community outreach ...

As mining operations become increasingly data-driven, reliable geospatial information is essential to sound decision-making, regulatory compliance, and responsible resource management. Recognizing this, company representatives participated in the QGIS Technical Seminar-Workshop for Geospatial Reporting and Compliance organized by the Mines and Geosciences...

For the extractive industry, sustainability extends beyond environmental protection and regulatory compliance. It also means helping host communities build the capacity to create livelihoods, strengthen local enterprises, and become more economically resilient. Reaffirming this commitment, Hinatuan Mining Corporation–Tagana-an Nickel Project (HMC-TNP) ...

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed an executive order establishing a unified national policy framework for developing the Philippines' critical minerals industry, as the country seeks to strengthen its role in global supply chains for clean energy and advanced technologies. Marcos signed Executive Order 122 on Aug. 21, according to the Departmen...

B2Gold’s Masbate Gold Project (MGP) has reached 50 million work hours without a lost-time injury, marking a major safety milestone for the Philippine mining operation. The milestone places the Masbate operation among a select group of industrial sites worldwide to achieve such a record, according to B2Gold. The achievement covers an operation involving...

The Philippines is urging US companies to expand investments in semiconductors, electronics and critical minerals as the government seeks to strengthen the country’s role in strategic global supply chains. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto made the pitch to American business leaders, highlighting opportunities in sectors considered important to the Phili...

Australian underground mining equipment manufacturer Jacon Equipment is preparing to expand its presence in the Philippine market, targeting medium- to large-scale underground mining operations and positioning its regional support network as a key advantage for local customers. Henry Ge, Jacon's sales director for Asia, said the company had proven its ...

ATLAS Consolidated Mining and Development Corp. returned to profitability in the second quarter, posting a net income of P3.97 billion as higher gold and copper prices boosted the company's financial performance. The mining company reversed a net loss of P249.56 million recorded in the same quarter last year. The latest quarterly result builds on At...

A total of 109 scholars graduated from colleges and universities in 2026, marking another milestone in Taganito Mining Corporation’s (TMC) continuing support for education through its Social Development and Management Program (SDMP). The graduates include scholars from the four mining barangays, neighboring non-mining barangays, as well as scholars und...

Residents of Bagakay now have greater access to safe and affordable drinking water following the turnover of a newly installed water distillation facility by Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) to the Barangay Local Government Unit (BLGU) of Bagakay. Funded through TMC’s Social Development and Management Program (SDMP), the ₱600,000 facility was establis...