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MPTC growth driven by wider network, foreign earnings

Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) said its first-half 2026 performance reflected the continued expansion of its toll-road network in the Philippines and Indonesia, contributions from overseas investments and new road sections coming into service even as domestic traffic softened by one (1) percent during the period.

MCIA, Trip.com tie-up opens easier travel, exclusive deals for Cebu passengers

Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA) has partnered with online travel platform Trip.com to boost Cebu’s standing as a key travel hub, bringing more flight choices, easier booking and exclusive discounts to domestic and international commuters.

ICTSI Mexico terminal cleared for ultra-large ships 

International Container Terminal Services Inc.’s Mexican unit has secured authorization to handle deeper-draft vessels, giving its terminal at the Port of Manzanillo an edge in accommodating the world’s largest container ships.

Maynilad, K-Water consortium advances New Clark water project

A consortium led by Maynilad Water Services Inc. and Korea Water Resources Corp. (K-Water) has secured original proponent status for a proposed P14.8-billion water supply and wastewater management project in New Clark City, moving the long-term utility project into the next stage of the public-private partnership process.

DENR urges LGUs to adopt Bayawan waste management model 

Department of Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Juan Miguel “Mitch” T. Cuna called on all local government units to follow Bayawan City’s example, proving proper landfill design and solid waste management are fully achievable under Republic Act 9003.

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12+ geothermal projects up for ₱10-B de-risking fund

The Department of Energy (DOE) has confirmed more than 12 proposed geothermal projects are set to benefit from the Philippine Geothermal Resource De-Risking Facility (PGRDF), a ₱10.07-billion program designed to clear key barriers to renewable energy investment.

Visayas hotel boom draws global brands

The Visayas is emerging as the Philippines’ busiest hotel...

DMCI develops socialized housing to meet gov’t mandate 

DMCI Project Developers Inc., the real estate arm of Consunji-led DMCI Holdings Inc., is rolling out its first socialized housing project to comply with national regulations requiring real estate developers to provide affordable homes for the public.

BIR Commissioner Mendoza pushes fair, simple, predictable and partnership-driven tax administration at inaugural ECCP Tax Forum

Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza outlined the Bureau’s direction toward a tax administration that is fair, simple, predictable, and partnership-driven as he presented four commitments—Predictability, Simplicity, Fairness, and Partnership—supported by the BIR DARES reform and legacy agenda at the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) Tax Forum 2026 on August 13, 2026.
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