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MPIC’s mWell rolls out digital health hub for the workplace

Metro Pacific Investments Corp.'s digital healthcare arm, mWell, has rolled out a new wellness platform aimed at human resources (HR) departments, marking a strategic push into the corporate sector. The platform offers HR teams a centralized dashboard to manage all facets of employee well-being—from physical activity to mental health—underscoring the growing commercial value of health-driven productivity.

CBK hydro privatization bidding moved to end-June

The privatization schedule of the Caliraya-Botocan-Kalayaan (CBK) hydroelectric power plant complex in Laguna has been officially moved to the end of June this year, according to the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corp. (PSALM). The revised timeline was confirmed in a statement over the weekend, marking a two-week delay from the original June 16 deadline.

High interest rates hit DMCI sales, push strategic pivot

DMCI Homes Inc., the property development unit of DMCI Holdings Inc., is seeing a marked increase in unsold condominium units due to a surge in buyer cancellations, prompting a strategic shift toward ready-for-occupancy (RFO) and rent-to-own offerings.

Globally-backed MRT-4 Project moves forward with international consultancy market call

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is inviting both local and international consultancy firms to participate in a market engagement conference for the project management consultancy (PMC) services of the highly-anticipated Metro Rail Transit Line 4 (MRT-4) Project, marking a significant step in the commercial rollout of one of the Philippines' flagship mass transit initiatives.

Nueva Vizcaya named Philippine ginger capital 

The Department of Agriculture has officially declared Nueva Vizcaya as the “Ginger Capital of the Philippines,” signaling a more focused government effort to channel resources toward boosting the production of this high-value crop in the Cagayan Valley region.

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BFAR steps up help for local salt farmers as imports dominate market

Government fisheries authorities are pushing for more support and safeguards for Filipino salt makers, as most of the salt used in the country comes from abroad.

Filinvest launches P1-B solar plant in Misamis Oriental, a first-of-its-kind project in PH

The Filinvest Group has launched its first large-scale solar power facility — a 20.774-megawatt installation in Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental — with over P1 billion in investment. Developed by subsidiary FDC Green Energy Corp., the ground-mounted plant sits inside the PHIVIDEC Industrial Estate, a key economic zone with ideal terrain and access to power infrastructure.

DA expands P20-per-Kg rice program in Kalinga, rolls out ₱285-M farm support

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has expanded its P20 per kilogram rice program in Kalinga province, while releasing about ₱285 million in additional agricultural aid for local farmers this year. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. led the launch activities in Tabuk City, which included facility inspections, farmer dialogues, and distribution of support covering rice, corn, livestock, high-value crops, and local development projects.

PNOC checks Batangas facilities ahead of state-procures LPG arrival

The Philippine National Oil Co. (PNOC) inspected LPG storage and port facilities in Calaca, Batangas over the weekend to confirm they are ready to receive, store, and safely handle 21,000 metric tons of government-procured LPG. This supply, sourced from the United States and transiting through Singapore, is due to arrive by the end of May.
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