The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is advancing steadily on the Davao City Bypass Construction Project (DCBCP), with ongoing efforts in tunnel waterproofing and the construction of concrete arch and invert linings for the two (2)-lane northbound and southbound tunnels. Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain, in-charge of DPWH infrastructu...

The MMD Group has a rich history in innovation and design, having designed, manufactured and installed the first unique Twin Roll SIZER™ more than 4 decades years ago. Since then, MMD have maintained leadership in the industry through constant development and innovation of the original Sizer concept. The company was formed to address the National Coal Boa...

Uniroc focuses on the research and development, manufacturing, and sales of complete sets of intelligent equipment for drilling and blasting tunnel construction and mining. Its business covers railway tunnels, highway tunnels, underground mines, water conservancy and hydropower, pumped storage power stations, underground caverns, and other fields. We serv...

This year’s Earth Day celebration emphasizes the need for a collective action towards our ecosystems. Hinatuan has joined the opening ceremony of this year’s Earth Month celebration with the theme: “Planet Vs. Plastics” held in Brgy. Panatao, Claver, Surigao del Norte last April 22, 2024. This event was spearheaded by DENR-Mines Geosciences Bureau XIII...

The gross production value of mineral resources in Davao Region stood at PHP11.7 billion in 2023, an official of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau in the Davao Region (MGB-11) reported Tuesday. During the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas forum here, MGB-11 Officer-in-Charge Beverly Mae Brevante said the region is rich in mineral resources, particularly gold,...

The protection of soil, a crucial non-renewable resource, is essential due to its significant role in environmental health and human well-being. Contaminants in soil can harm its functions, cross-contaminate water sources, and adversely affect the food chain and human health. This underscores the importance of monitoring contamination levels in soil and s...

Johnson Screens, a brand of Aqseptence Group, is the leading global provider of screening and auxiliary solutions. We are the inventors of vee-shaped Vee-Wire® wedge wire screens, which are used to create the most diverse filtration media with great strength, long service life, and a uniquely high level of adaptability for high-efficiency liquid/solid sep...

The construction of the 32-kilometer Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge is likely to start early or mid 2025, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said Thursday.  With an initial cost of PHP219 billion, the Bataan-Cavite mega bridge is set to be the “biggest and the single most expensive project” of the DPWH, Public Works Undersecretary Maria...

A ₱23.36 billion Public-Private Partnership (PPP) contract has been signed between the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and San Miguel Holdings Corp. (SMHC) for the construction of 59.4-kilometer extension of Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) all the way to the surfing capital of the north in San Juan, La Union. DPWH Secretary...

In order to establish a productive and promising joint venture, the Geological Society of the Philippines (GSP) and the Mongolian Society of Economic Geologists (MonSEG) recently signed an Agreement of Cooperation and Exchange between both associations. The signing was held on April 15, 2024. From a statement by Janice Wayan, GSP's Trustee and PR Commi...

Construction for the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP) is expected to speed up with the arrival of two more tunnel boring machines (TBM) by yearend, for a total of six so far. At the Pre-SONA (State of the Nation Address) Special over state-run People’s Television Network on Friday, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista said fou...

Top officials from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), alongside local leaders from Misamis Occidental and Lanao del Norte, held on July 4, 2024 the final concrete pouring ceremony between the two (2) extra-dosed main bridge of the Panguil Bay Bridge Project (PBBP). This significat event saw the participation of DPWH Secretary Manuel M....

A top official of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has issued a stern reminder to all government engineers, consultants and contractors involved in the on-going projects under the Improving Growth Corridors in Mindanao Road Sector Project (IGCMRSP). In a recent coordination meeting at Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay, Senior Undersecretary Emi...

The Mind Museum in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, is a venue where science and technology come to life. It is a state-of-the-art science museum where great minds of all ages are inspired to aim high and achieve excellence. It is a perfect place for sharing of knowledge and expertise, and to discuss smart strategies in addressing the effects of climate cha...

In 2016, the Philippines Government Department of Environment and Natural Resources passed the Clean Water Act Legislation (DAO 2016-08), Republic Act No 9275. The approval of this legislation propelled the demand for wastewater treatment in the Philippines, resulting in sky rocketing demands for sewerage treatment plants and sewerage networks. The rapid ...

For the 75th Philippine Mining Club Luncheon, the keynote speaker was Mr. Gerard Bond, President & CEO of OceanaGold Corporation. This was held on March 8, 2024 at Dusit Thani Manila.  “This is the first Philippine Mining Club Luncheon this year and as you can see, we have a full house. I think this reflects the renewed excitement about the mining ...

The construction industry, a key contributor to the Philippine economy, generated about seven percent (7%) of the country’s gross domestic product in 2022. The recent COVID-19 pandemic affected the real estate and construction industry and caused financial burden due to additional health and safety requirements, project suspension and delays, and reduced ...

It has been a busy time for earnest discussions on the way forward for the Philippine mining industry with mining being identified as one of five priority areas for investment and clear signals from the national government that it is recognized as a key driver for economic growth. On 10 May 2024, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DEN...

As Orica Philippines celebrates its 55th anniversary, the company reflects on its rich history and looks forward to a future of continued innovation and sustainability. Gordon Wallace, country head for Orica Philippines, shared insights into the company's values, achievements, and plans. A Legacy of Safety and Quality Orica’s story in the Philippine...

The day Feb. 29 is a once-in-every-four-year event and happens only during the Leap Year in the Chinese calendar. This makes it a special day and an auspicious moment to pursue major goals and plans, and to celebrate the day with important people who share the same endeavors. For a most fitting occasion, Yokogawa hosted a Mining Seminar titled "Powerin...

by: Czarina Mei Laope Initiated by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), PLASTIKarunungan is a nationwide symposium spearheaded by the Philippine Youth Association for Responsible Mining and Natural Resources (YAMAN Philippines). From Luzon to Mindanao, four organizations were enlisted to...

OceanaGold Corporation in Vancouver, Canada, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, OceanaGold Philippines, Inc. (OGPI) has completed the initial public offering of 20% of the outstanding common shares of OGPI on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). Trading began on May 13, 2024. The shares are listed under the ticker ‘OGP’. To mark PSE’s first IP...

Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga called on the mining industry to rethink, invent, and innovate the ways it develops the country’s natural resources, and must evolve to align with the principles of sustainability, stewardship and resilience. “Our nation is at a pivotal juncture where the need to balance economic gr...

President Ferdinand R. Marcos on Friday, June 21, 2024 led three (3) groundbreaking and inauguaration ceremonies along sections of of the Manila-Cavite Expressway (Cavitex) C5 Link and the Cavitex - Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) Link Project. President Marcos was joined by Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan and...