OceanaGold Philippines Inc. has turned over a two-storey multi-purpose building to Barangay Don Domingo Maddela in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya, providing a new community facility powered by renewable energy. The building, which uses a hybrid solar system, is expected to benefit more than 1,000 residents by serving as a venue for community meetings, liveli...

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau is strengthening its offshore mineral exploration capabilities, as its Marine Geology and Survey Division (MGSD) advances what it describes as a “blue frontier” initiative anchored on new discoveries and technical training. In a recent program, the bureau rolled out a training initiative on GEOVIA Surpac, a widely used ...

Jobin-SQM Inc. (JSI), a subsidiary of Nickel Asia Corporation’s clean energy arm, Emerging Power Inc. (EPI), recently turned over ₱4.44 million to the Peninsula Electric Cooperative, Inc. (PENELCO) to fund the expansion of critical power infrastructure in Bataan. The infrastructure project focuses on the extension of distribution lines in selected area...

In an industry often scrutinized for its environmental footprint, FCF Minerals Corporation is positioning itself as a case study in how large-scale mining operations can integrate rehabilitation and reforestation into core operations rather than treat them as an afterthought. As of the fourth quarter of 2025, the company reported that it had managed an...

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau has launched a mobile one-stop shop initiative aimed at bringing small-scale miners into the formal and regulated sector, with the first rollout held over two days in South Cotabato. The activity marks the pilot implementation of Department Administrative Order No. 2026-08, which provides for the issuance of Interim Sma...

The Philippines has taken a leading role in advancing a regional framework for critical minerals, as it hosted the first workshop on the ASEAN Critical Minerals Strategy for Regional Resilience and Sustainable Growth. The two-day workshop, held on March 30–31 at the 25hours Hotel The Oddbird, forms part of a priority economic deliverable under the Phil...

Mining operations in the Philippines operate under some of the most demanding conditions in Southeast Asia. High-abrasion ore, chemically aggressive slurries, heavy vibration, and continuous production schedules place extreme stress on equipment and plant infrastructure. For maintenance teams, the challenge is not only repairing damage but doing so safely...

In mining and heavy construction, downtime is more than an inconvenience — it’s a cost. Productivity, efficiency, and safety all depend on the performance of the ground engaging tools working at the front line of every machine. From extreme abrasion to high-impact loading conditions, equipment components must perform under constant pressure. That’s whe...

 The Urbiztondo-Capangdan Fisherfolk Association (URCAFA), a people’s organization supported by Taganito HPAL Nickel Corporation (THPAL), successfully completed its first harvest of 4.9 metric tons of fresh, high-quality milkfish (bangus) on January 27, 2026. The harvest was witnessed by THPAL’s Livelihood Team and the Barangay Local Government Unit (B...

To strengthen local agriculture and expand livelihood opportunities for farmer-beneficiaries, Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) turned over 5,000 cacao seedlings to the Municipal Government of Claver through a memorandum of agreement (MOA) signing held at Panatao Ecopark on January 8, 2026. Leading the turnover were Claver Mayor Georgia Gokiangkee and ...

QES Technology Philippines, long recognized as a trusted partner in assay laboratories for ED-XRF and sample preparation solutions, is now expanding its expertise into advanced geospatial technologies. Through its strategic partnership with CHCNAV, QES now provides integrated geospatial technologies that support mining and other industries in achieving pr...

Hinatuan Mining Corporation (HMC), in partnership with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and key government and community stakeholders, successfully graduated 74 trainee-scholars under the 2025 General Enterprise-Based Education and Training on Heavy Equipment Operations (GEN EBET-HEO) program. The initiative focused on d...

In industries where durability, safety, and precision are non-negotiable, reliability is more than a promise—it is a requirement. For decades, Dela Torre & Co., Inc. (DCI) has positioned itself as a trusted manufacturer of industrial rubber products and a dependable provider of technical services to the country’s most demanding sectors. From min...

Selecting the right off-the-road (OTR) tire can make a significant difference in the performance, efficiency, and lifespan of your equipment. With different machines, terrains, and working conditions to consider, choosing the right tire can sometimes feel complicated. Higantis helps contractors, fleet owners, and equipment operators find the right tire so...

At Johnson Screens, the spirit of invention has been in our DNA ever since Edward E. Johnson invented the Vee-Wire in 1904. Johnson’s original concept for a continuous-slot water well screen was ahead of its time, and we have been setting the industry standard for performance and reliability ever since. Over time, our highly engineered and precisely...

There's a common misconception in mining and industrial operations that all pumps are essentially the same: choose one with the right horsepower or suction and discharge size, and you're good to go. Not quite. Every mining operation presents unique challenges. Water chemistry, flow rates, head pressure, site access, power availability, and operating co...

Mining operations in the Philippines operate under some of the most demanding conditions in Southeast Asia. High-abrasion ore, chemically aggressive slurries, heavy vibration, and continuous production schedules place extreme stress on equipment and plant infrastructure. For maintenance teams, the challenge is not only repairing damage but doing so safely...

DMCI Mining Corp. is targeting a record 3.2 million tons of nickel ore shipments in 2026, driven by expanding operations and improving market conditions. The mining unit of DMCI Holdings Inc. said the projected output would surpass its previous highs, supported by the expected contribution of its new mine in Palawan and sustained production from its Za...

OceanaGold Philippines Inc. reported strong financial and operating results for 2025, posting $76.5 million in net income and $130.2 million in free cash flow while maintaining a debt-free balance sheet. The company said the performance enabled it to declare $112 million in dividends during the year, bringing total payouts to shareholders to $181 milli...

Higher revenues continue to bolster economic development and environmental protection programs OceanaGold (Philippines), Inc. (OGP) remitted PHP 506.9 million in local business taxes (LBT) to three municipalities in Nueva Vizcaya and Quirino for 2026—a 20.2% increase from the PHP 421.9 million paid the previous year. The higher remittances were driven ...

On March 30, 2026, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. formally opened the Cavitex C-5 Link Segment 3B, a key infrastructure development expected to significantly improve mobility across southern Metro Manila and nearby Cavite provinces. The newly completed six-lane, 2-kilometer connector forms part of the broader 7.7-kilometer Cavitex C-5 Link corridor, de...

Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGEN), through its affiliate Terra Solar Philippines Inc., has energized the first 250 megawatts (MW) of its solar capacity, marking the start of commercial operations and a key step in the country’s transition to cleaner energy. The milestone represents a critical phase in the project’s staged development and comes amid h...

In the nickel provinces along the Pacific coast, the day begins with a quiet defiance of tradition. Before sunrise, a woman heads to a mine site carved into the laterite hills. By first light, she is already in the field—examining rock faces and collecting samples, reading the earth like a story that may reveal whether the deposit holds promise. At six...

OceanaGold (Philippines), Inc. has extended the projected life of its Didipio gold-copper mine to 2037, following the filing of updated technical reports that underpin long-term production and cash flow generation. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, OceanaGold Philippines said the revised mine plan, based on its 2025 Mineral Reserves, su...