A vibrant display of local products, entrepreneurship, and community spirit highlighted the first-ever TMC People’s Organization “Tabo sa Minahan” (Mine Marketplace) held on July 30–31, 2025, at the Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) campsite. The two-day trade fair provided 24 People’s Organizations (POs) from TMC’s host and neighboring communities in ...

Fleets in the Philippines are navigating a rapidly changing landscape. Congestion in major cities causes long delays; drivers lose an average of 127 hours a year to traffic in the capital alone. Fuel costs remain one of the largest expenses for both logistics and mining operators. Safety is also a concern, with the Highway Patrol Group reporting that u...

  Over 90% of Philippine nickel mining laboratories can’t be wrong. In nickel ore mining, speed and accuracy in laboratory analysis are not just optional — they are essential to profitable and reliable operations. Every result influences critical decisions, from ore grading to export compliance. That is why more than 90% of assay laboratories in the...

As part of the nationwide observance of Arbor Day, TVI Resource Development Philippines Inc. (TVIRD) employees at the company’s Balabag Gold-Silver Project commemorated the occasion on June 25 by staging a tree-planting activity at Waste Rock Dump (WRD) 2 of its mine in Sitio Balabag, Bayog, Zamboanga del Sur. More than just a ceremonial planting, the ...

TVI Resource Development Philippines Inc. (TVIRD) once again upheld its reputation for operational excellence by surpassing regulatory compliance in the recently concluded Tenement Safety and Health, Environment and Social Development (TSHES) Audit for the year 2024, which covered both of its operating mines: the Balabag Gold-Silver Project in Bayog, Zamb...

The Philippine mining and quarrying industry is central to the country’s infrastructure and manufacturing sectors, providing raw materials for construction, power generation, and industrial applications. However, mining operations face constant challenges—abrasion, corrosion, chemical attack, and equipment deterioration—all of which reduce productivity...

Philex Mining Corporation (PMC), one of the oldest and largest copper and gold producers in Southeast Asia, has been granted an Exploration Permit (EP) by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) to conduct mineral exploration in Pangasinan. The approval reinforces the government’s commitment to responsible mining and the company’s efforts to sustain long-t...

Weir, a mining technology company, has redesigned its market-leading heavy-duty submersible slurry pump to deliver reliable performance in the harshest slurry environments. Weir has made several design improvements to address the operational challenges miners face in submersible pumping applications. The WARMAN® SHW-XTR heavy-duty submersible slurry...

OceanaGold (Philippines), Inc. has made substantial gains in its progressive rehabilitation by adopting an innovative and pioneering approach branded as the “Harmony in Diversity (HiD) Effect.” Progressive Rehabilitation, as defined by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau, is a cost-effective engineering and biological approach to mine rehabilitation. It alig...

In today’s mining landscape, success is no longer measured by output alone. Clients worldwide are being asked to demonstrate environmental responsibility, meet increasingly stringent regulatory frameworks, and secure their social license to operate while improving operational efficiency.   In regions with high rainfall or limited tailings storage areas...

By Wei Wei, Regional Fluke Calibration Product Manager, Fluke South East Asia Pte Ltd   The Philippine mining industry continues to balance rising demand with the pressing need for safety, accuracy and operational resilience. From hazardous underground environments to remote exploration sites, mining operations face unique challenges that demand robust...

Eriez’ force-cooled suspended magnets balance strength, efficiency, and adaptability.  Tramp metal is one of the most persistent—and costly—hazards in mining and bulk material handling. Even a single fragment of iron can damage crushers, conveyors, or downstream equipment, triggering downtime and safety risks. Preventing these incidents before they rea...

Celsius Resources Ltd. has reported further high-grade copper and gold intercepts from its Maalinao-Caigutan-Biyog (MCB) Project in the Cordillera Administrative Region, even as Philippine regulators granted conditional approval for the use of water resources in preparation for mine development. In its September 15 disclosure to the Australian Securiti...

Silangan Mindanao Mining Co., Inc. (SMMCI) has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible mining by conducting its latest interdisciplinary audit of underground operations earlier this month. Held on September 3, the monthly audit brought together technical experts, department heads, and managers from across the company to review every critical aspect of...

After a decade of regulatory restrictions, the Philippine mining industry is re-emerging as a key driver of economic growth. Following the suspension of new mining permits under Executive Order (EO) 79 in 2012, the sector experienced significant declines in revenues, exports, and foreign investment. In 2021, EO 130 lifted the moratorium, enabling renewed ...

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) Central Office has successfully completed its 2nd Surveillance Audit for the ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System (EMS), conducted by SGS Philippines Inc. on April 14–15, 2025. In addition, MGB-Central Office achieved recertification for ISO 9001:2015, awarded by ACS W3 Solutionz Management Consultancy on J...