Orica is one of the world’s leading providers of mining and infrastructure solutions. From manufacturing explosives and blasting systems to supplying specialty chemicals, geotechnical monitoring tools, and advanced digital technologies, the company supports the sustainable mobilization of the earth’s resources. Philippine Resources Journal presents thi...

The Philippines has surged to 16th place in the Fraser Institute’s 2024 Annual Survey of Mining Companies, a dramatic leap from 72nd out of 86 jurisdictions in 2023 in the Investment Attractiveness Index. In the Policy Perception Index, the country also climbed to 25th out of 82 jurisdictions, improving significantly from 79th place the previous year. ...

In his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered on July 28, 2025, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to infrastructure expansion, rural development and regional connectivity. He outlined key achievements while confronting ongoing issues, stating, “We are building not just for today, but for g...

Advancing Green skills for Sustainable Industries in the Philippines Over 120 prominent stakeholders from government, industry, and academia gathered at the Fairmont Makati on July 9, 2025, for the "Green Jobs Forum: Sustainability at Work." Hosted by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI) in partnership with the German Embas...

Last June 7 and 8, the Australian Embassy in the Philippines hosted the Philippines-Australia Friendship Festival at Glorietta Activity Center, Makati City. “The Philippines-Australia Friendship Festival is a celebration of shared values, cultures, and the powerful connections between people from the two nations. The Festival celebrates the longstanding ...

Telematics is a method of monitoring cars, trucks, equipment, and other assets using GPS technology and on-board diagnostics (OBD) to plot the asset movements on a computerized map. Life in our world today is not as simple as it was decades ago when population was low and traffic congestion was unheard of in some cities. Through the years, vehicles on the...

Electrification, automation, and digitalization were the core of a discussion in a mining luncheon early this year. “There is no green future without mining in the present.” This is a powerful statement coming from a presentation by Philippine Mining Club’s guest speaker, Dharamdev Rajwar, ABB’s Regional Sales Manager – Southeast Asia-Mining. He pre...

On the first Philippine Mining Club Luncheon last February 28 at the Manila Polo Club in Makati City, Metals Exploration President and CEO, Darren Bowden, was the keynote speaker. His presentation was titled “Philippine Mining Industry on the Brink”. Metals Exploration is a London-listed gold company operating the Runruno mine under its subsidiary, FCF...

A group of technical experts from DPWH’s Technical Services Division conducted a study to determine the stability of the Kamuning Flyover. They reported their findings through an academic paper that they presented last year in December during the GeoCon 2024.

During the Philippine Mining and Exploration Association (PMEA) Monthly Member Meeting, the keynote speaker was Engr. Michael V. Cabalda. He is the Assistant Secretary for Mining Concerns and Concurrent MGB Director. He gave a detailed report on key developments from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). PMEA President, Mr. Joe...

Raphael Lotilla is the new Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), after Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga filed her resignation on Thursday, May 22, 2025. The following day, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin announced that Lotilla, who was incumbent Secretary of the Department of Energy (DOE) before the move, will replace Yu...

In the mining, infrastructure, and natural resources industries, Epiroc is a leading name in developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment, and tools for surface and underground applications. On February 26, 2025, they turned over Epiroc Simulator machines (Jumbo Drill, LPT Machin...

GPCCI and German Embassy’s Sustainability Forum brings climate action to the forefront. MANILA, Philippines – On 31 January 2025, the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI), in collaboration with the German Embassy in Manila, successfully hosted the Sustainability Forum 2025: The Green Economies of Tomorrow. A significant gatheri...

The Geological Society of the Philippines' (GSP) GeoCon 2024, held December 4-5, 2024, at the Novotel Araneta City in Quezon City, served as a dynamic and effective platform for Philippine and international geologists to share their research and advancement in the field. The conference, themed "Filipino Geologists: Bridging Geoscience, Technology, and Ind...

The 70th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference led by Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association (PMSEA) was held on November 19 to 22, 2024 in Baguio City. This year's theme is "Endurance and Innovation for Sustainability." Annually in this event, the mining industry gather in Baguio City to promote and celebrate responsibl...

On April 17, 1931, EEI Corporation (EEI) was incorporated as a machinery and mills supply house for the mining industry. EEI later expanded into construction services, supply of manpower in the Philippines and overseas, and distribution of a range of industrial machinery and systems. EEI is a member of the Yuchengco Group of Companies, a conglomerate w...