Australia-listed Celsius Resources Ltd. said it is seeking emergency arbitration to prevent any offtake agreement between India's Kiri Industries Ltd. and Makilala Mining Co. Inc. without its approval, following the transfer of Maharlika Investment Corp.'s loan rights in the Makilala copper-gold project. In a statement on June 9, Celsius said Maharlika...

More than 700 stakeholders from the mining sector, local government units, and partner institutions gathered in Camarines Norte for the third Mobile One-Stop Shop (MOSS) for the Small-Scale Mining Sector, an initiative aimed at improving access to government services and promoting responsible mining practices. Held on May 20 at Camarines Norte State Co...

Dinapigue Mining Corp. (DMC) has been recommended for continued certification under three internationally recognized management system standards following a successful surveillance audit conducted in May. The audit, carried out by National Quality Assurance on May 26 and 27 at the company's conference room in Dinapigue, Isabela, affirmed DMC's complian...

ISO surveillance audit finds no gaps or corrective actions needed for TVIRD projects In a process designed to surface flaws, what stood out most was the absence of them. In this year’s external ISO surveillance audits, the group of mining companies under TVI Resource Development Philippines Inc. (TVIRD) recorded an outcome that runs against the usua...

Atty. Job Adrian M. Ambrosio was the Keynote Speaker during the May 2026 Philippine Mining & Exploration Association Monthly Membership Meeting. He is the President and CEO of Philippine Mining Development Corporation (PMDC). PMDC is a government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC), under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DEN...

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...

In a crucial turn of events in February, the Makati City Government has settled its dispute with Philippine Infradev Holdings Inc. This, in turn, now gives Makati City control and ownership of the discontinued underground rail line. Philippine Infradev Holdings Inc. is a private proponent of the $3.5-billion Makati Intra-city Subway project (MkTr). The...

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 German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI) hosted the Conference on German Sustainable Energy Solutions – Industrial Efficiency & Clean Tech at Makati Diamond Residences on 24 March 2026. The conference is part of the business mission focused on German sustainable energy solutions, carried out under the German Energy Solutions Init...

The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) and its member companies in Palawan reaffirm their commitment to environmental protection, responsible operations, and the long- term care of the areas entrusted to them.

The Chamber of Mines of the Philippines (COMP) maintains that tree cutting in legitimate mining operations is permitted only when fully compliant with Philippine laws and regulations and supported by all required government permits and approvals. Mining companies are subject to strict environmental oversight and must meet comprehensive regulatory requirem...

The estimated value of Philippine metallic mineral production rose by 28.6 percent in the first quarter of 2026, as higher metal prices and increased nickel ore shipments offset lower output from several major commodities, according to data from the Mines and Geosciences Bureau. Total metallic mineral production was valued at PHP82.78 billion during th...

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...

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), in partnership with several government agencies, conducted the second Mobile One-Stop Shop (MOSS) for small-scale miners on May 13 and 14 in San Francisco, Agusan del Sur. A total of 336 small-scale miners and stakeholders participated in the two-day event, which provided on-site assistance from agencies includin...

Powering tomorrow, aligning operations with clean energy solutions for enhanced sustainability Solar energy has steadily evolved from a niche, experimental technology into a practical component of modern operations. Once regarded as an expensive and idealistic “green” alternative, it is now a reliable energy solution adopted by households and industrie...

Water in underground mining presents one of the industry's most demanding challenges. Accumulating in confined spaces, laden with solids and debris, and needing to be moved through complex piping systems where every bend and metre of lift counts against your operational efficiency.  Get your pump selection wrong, and you're facing blocked impellers or ...

(head)Short-term mine planning operates at the most critical level of execution, from monthly planning down to shift-level implementation. While long-term planning decides on what, where and when to mine, short-term planning focuses on tactics: how the mining will actually be carried out on the ground.  Most mine planners still rely on the traditional ...

As mining projects across Southeast Asia and around the world continue to grow in scale and complexity, operators are placing increasing emphasis on equipment that can deliver consistent performance in demanding underground environments. From underground development and ground support to surface infrastructure and quarry operations, the need for purpose-b...

Team Completes Comprehensive Validation of HMC-Tagana-an Nickel Project’s 2025 EPEP Performance  Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to responsible mining and environmental stewardship, the Multi-partite Monitoring Team (MMT) convened from January 27 to 30, 2026, to conduct a comprehensive validation of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement ...

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 Austra...

Global Ferronickel Holdings Inc., or FNI, reported a 169.6-percent increase in first-quarter net income attributable to shareholders, driven by higher nickel ore prices and increased shipment volumes from its Palawan operations. The Philippine-listed nickel ore producer said net income for the January-to-March period rose to ₱478.0 million from ₱177.3 ...

SITE PROFILE The Delta BAAC Project, located in Rizal, Philippines, is a basalt quarrying operation owned by Helix Aggregates, Inc. with Delta Earthmoving, Inc. as the principal client. Orica serves as the blasting contractor under Delta and has been delivering services at the BAAC site since 2009. The project operates under a Total Loading Service...