The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA), the country’s largest group of nickel mining companies, has voiced strong concerns regarding the renewed suggestion to impose an ore export ban as part of the mining fiscal regime reforms, highlighting that such a policy may not address the real challenges faced by the industry in developing value-added p...

[Oct. 17, 2024] The Westin Manila -- Digging Deeper: A Mining Philippines Policy Forum is a one-day conference that tackles the most pressing legal and regulatory issues of the mining industry today. On his Welcome Address, Atty. Michael T. Toledo, Chairman at Chamber of Mines of the Philippines, emphasized the need to address key challenges in the cou...

During a mid-year mining event by the Philippine Mining Club, guest speaker, Dante R. Bravo, discussed the Philippine mining industry’s growth, particularly nickel, amidst global trends on green technologies. Bravo is a member of the Board of Trustee of the Chamber of Mines of the Philippines and President of the Philippine Nickel Industry Association, In...

[Oct. 2-3, 2024] City of Dreams Manila, Parañaque -- The 4th Philippine Roads, Bridges, and Tunnels Summit is a well-received and successful infrastructure event. It brought together key stakeholders in the infrastructure sector, as the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) prepares to allocate a staggering Php822.22B for 2024. [1] This substanti...

On October 7th, Philippine Mining and Exploration Association (PMEA) President, Joey Nelson R. Ayson, reported PMEA Matters and Industry Updates during the association's Monthly Membership Meeting in Makati.

The Philippine Mining Club Luncheon held on September 20 2024, featured a panel of high-profile speakers, each presenting their expertise and insights on the future of the mining industry. The event, co-hosted by Nickel Asia Corporation, Xcalibur Smart Mapping, and the Australian Embassy in the Philippines, brought together key players to discuss the late...

Last Oct. 7th, the Philippine Mining and Exploration Association’s (PMEA) Monthly Membership Meeting had a full house as members were eager to meet and welcome the newest, concurrent OIC Director of MGB, Engr. Michael V. Cabalda. He is also the Assistant Secretary for Mining Concerns, Mines and Geosciences Bureau, DENR.

The Trenchless Asia 2024 conference and exhibition, a premier international event for trenchless technology professionals, took place over two days at the World Trade Center Metro Manila last July 16 and 17. This annual gathering serves as a valuable platform for experts to converge and discuss the latest trends and developments in the trenchless technolo...

During a mining event, DENR Undersecretary Marilou G. Erni emphasized that in the 2023 World Risk Index, the Philippines was identified as the number one most disaster-prone country in the world. This ranking highlights the country's extreme vulnerability to natural hazards and the significant risks it faces from disasters such as typhoons, earthquakes, a...

“A symbol of excellence, a source of motivation, of surpassing oneself and of ultimate achievement, medals are much more than objects: they represent the apotheosis in the career of elite athletes.” (Tony Estanguet, President of Paris 2024) The Paris 2024 Olympics or 2024 Summer Olympics, which started from July 26 and ended in August 11, brought toget...

Countries like the US, Australia, Britain, Canada, China, and the EU Nations have expressed interest in nickel ore mining in the Philippines. This was mentioned by Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga in her speech during a mining conference organized by the Stratbase ADR Institute, in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural...

In the male-dominated industries like mining and construction, how is it possible to promote workplace gender equality and women empowerment? “Investing in Women” offers solutions and opportunities for discussion to address gender-related issues. The Australian Government recently launched the new phase of its “Investing in Women” program in the Philip...

It was an exciting Monday morning at the Ayala Greenfield in Calamba, Laguna during the 11th Annual PMEA Invitational Golf Tournament. The much-awaited, annual sporting event among members of the Philippine Mining and Exploration Association was held on April 22, 2024.

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...

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...

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 ...