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...

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...

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...

The ever-growing demand for higher-purity industrial minerals, fueled by emerging global applications, poses a challenge for producers dedicated to delivering quality products. Yesterday's production runs are no longer sufficient to meet evolving requirements. To stay ahead, companies must embrace technological advancements, exploring state-of-the-art equ...

Greenstone Resources Corp. (GRC), operator of the Siana Gold Project in Surigao del Norte, has successfully passed a General Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) inspection conducted by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)-Surigao Provincial Office. The inspection was conducted on July 15, 2026, marking a step forw...

The Provincial Mining Regulatory Board (PMRB) of Surigao del Norte has granted the first renewal of a Small-Scale Mining Contract (SSMC) to Jul’z Gold Ore Mining, allowing the contractor to continue small-scale mining activities within its approved contract area. The renewal of SSMC No. 001-2024-XIII-SDN was approved during the PMRB’s monthly regular m...

Celsius Resources Ltd. said it plans to initiate arbitration to protect its 40% interest in Makilala Mining Company Inc. (MMCI), as a Philippine court considers whether to allow Equinaire Holdings Ltd. to proceed with foreclosure and the auction of the stake. In an Aug. 12 announcement to the Australian Securities Exchange and AIM, the Australian-liste...