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...

Listed mining company Nickel Asia Corp. (NAC) said its wholly owned subsidiary has signed an operating agreement covering a mineral concession in Zambales, expanding the company's portfolio of mineral assets subject to regulatory approval. In a disclosure, NAC said Samar Nickel Mining Resources Corp. entered into an operating agreement with San Juanico...

FCF Minerals Corp. planted hundreds of native tree seedlings and bamboo propagules as part of a tree-growing activity held on June 12 in celebration of Environment Month and Philippine Independence Day. The activity, conducted at the company's Stage 6 Haul Road area, brought together 41 employees from the Mine Environmental Protection and Enhancement O...

Across the world, governments and investors are looking for ways to unlock their natural resource potential and drive economic resilience. Demand for critical and precious metals continues to surge, and the pressure to bring projects online — or bring old ones back to life — is growing fast. Not surprisingly, we’re seeing that first‑hand across Austral...

Runruno-based FCF Minerals Corp. conducted a two-day benchmarking visit to a nickel mining operation in Palawan as part of preparations for the implementation of its Final Mine Rehabilitation and/or Decommissioning Plan (FMRDP) next year. The visit, held on May 19 and 20, brought together representatives from the company, key stakeholders and officials...

ASEAN member states have taken another step toward developing a regional critical minerals strategy aimed at strengthening supply chain resilience, attracting investment and positioning Southeast Asia as a key player in the global energy transition. The Second Regional Workshop on the Development of the ASEAN Critical Minerals Strategy for Regional Res...

Teachers and community representatives from two schools in Zamboanga del Sur recently visited TVI Resource Development (Phils.), Inc.'s Balabag Gold-Silver Project, gaining firsthand exposure to mining operations, workplace safety standards and environmental management practices. Teachers from Dimalinao Elementary School, accompanied by Parent-Teacher ...

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...

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) and representatives from several Philippine government agencies have returned from a mining study tour in Western Australia, bringing home lessons and reform commitments aimed at strengthening the country's minerals sector and advancing responsible mining practices. The Philippine delegation participated in the So...

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office XI (MGB-XI) has highlighted Apex Mining Company Inc.'s (AMCI) Apex Malasakit Village as an example of how responsible mining can contribute to sustainable community development and improve the lives of host and neighboring communities. In a Facebook post, MGB-XI said responsible mining extends beyond com...

Australian-listed Celsius Resources Ltd. has appointed new leadership for its Philippine subsidiary, Tambuli Mining Company Inc., as the company moves forward with plans to develop the Sagay Copper Project in Negros Occidental. In a disclosure dated June 9, Celsius said Tambuli had appointed Dr. Attilenore "Nene" Manero as interim chair and president a...

In a ceremony witnessed by Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go, Acwa Power Philippines signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Emerging Power Inc. (EPI) to explore the development of up to 5,000 megawatts (MW) of renewable and gas-fired power generation capacity across the Philippines. The JDA aims to provide renewable and gas-fired power generat...