QC poised for economic boost as railway projects near completion
Real estate consultancy Prime Philippines projects Quezon City to be the biggest beneficiary of Metro Manila’s upcoming railway expansions, underscoring significant economic and policy implications for the city’s growth.
DOE launches OSW permitting guidebook
The Department of Energy (DOE), in partnership with the Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership (ETP), has launched the Compendium: Guidebook to Permitting and Consenting for Offshore Wind Energy in the Philippines. The guidebook aims to streamline the complex permitting process currently involving over 80 permits across more than 25 government agencies.
Bridge hits spark urgent review of truck clearance rules
The Confederation of Truckers Association of the Philippines (CTAP) has raised concerns over the increasing number of trucks hitting bridges across major highways, citing outdated vertical clearances as a persistent and nationwide issue.
MPower secures extended deal to power Gokongwei facilities
MPower, the retail electricity supply unit of Manila Electric Company (Meralco), has renewed its retail electricity supply (RES) contract with the Gokongwei Group, reinforcing a strategic energy partnership that powers the latter’s key commercial and industrial facilities across Luzon.
PAL to receive first Airbus A350-1000 in 4Q as fleet renewal begins
The Philippine Airlines (PAL) on Monday confirmed that the first Airbus A350-1000 aircraft will arrive in the fourth quarter this year, marking the start of its fleet renewal and long-haul growth strategy for the flag carrier.
