Energy security, farmer welfare cited in push to maintain biodiesel blend
The Philippine Biodiesel Association (TPBA) is urging the government to weigh the full benefits of biofuels as lawmakers deliberate on House Bill 4151, or the Murang Langis Act, which would allow the President to suspend the mandated coco-biodiesel blend when blended diesel becomes at least five percent more expensive than pure diesel. The group said it recognizes the bill’s intention to protect consumers but stressed the need to assess its broader effects on motorists, farmers, and public health.
Gas prices seen dipping Tuesday as diesel, kerosene head for hikes
The various fuel retailers expect mixed pump price movements this week, with gasoline set for a slight rollback and diesel and kerosene poised to rise.
Airports recharged, reliability ramped at Panglao, Laguindingan
Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) has flipped the switch on a wave of behind-the-scenes upgrades at two of the country’s busiest provincial gateways—Bohol-Panglao International Airport (BPIA)...
BPI launches affordable protection vs critical illness
The Bank of the Philippine Islands and BPI/MS Insurance Corp. have introduced BPI Kaya Care Critical Illness Insurance, a low-cost plan designed to give Filipinos easier access to protection against major health threats.
New biometric eGates coming soon at NAIA
Starting this December, the New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) will begin rolling out new biometric immigration eGates at Ninoy Aquino International Airport — a major step toward speeding up passenger processing.
