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Maynilad subsidiary completes P50M facility upgrade in Albay

Maynilad Water Services subsidiary Philippine Hydro Inc. (Phil Hydro) has completed the P50 million upgrade of its water treatment plant in Legazpi City.

Domestic travel data encourages AirAsia to widen flight operations

AirAsia Philippines on Tuesday plans the reopening of domestic flights to cater to the growing demand for travel within the country.

ASF vaccinated hogs in tests declared in the pink of health

The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Tuesday acknowledged that while some African swine fever or ASF-infected pigs died post-vaccination, the majority remain in good health as a result of tests conducted in Lobo, Batangas.

NNIC commits to phased project implementation at NAIA

The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) on Tuesday ruled out immediate changes to terminal assignments at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) following the recent turnover of operations at the country’s main international gateway.

PLDT board appoints former TV network head as SVP/COO

PLDT Inc. has appointed Menardo G. Jimenez, Jr. as executive vice president and chief operating officer effective September 17, 2024.

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PhilExport urges MSMEs to turn trade deals into export wins

The Philippines must do more than sign trade deals—it must help smaller businesses turn them into export sales, Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (PhilExport) President Sergio Ortiz-Luis Jr. said.

DA asks Senate to back P198.4-B 2027 budget to protect farmers, secure food

The Department of Agriculture is urging lawmakers to approve its P198.4-billion proposed 2027 budget, noting farmers and fisherfolk now face rising costs, climate risks, and global economic pressures.

DOE stands firm on new coal bidding rules to bolster national energy strategy 

The Department of Energy will proceed with its updated bidding rules for brownfield coal resource areas despite opposition from key industry player Semirara Mining and Power Corp. Energy Secretary Sharon Garin affirmed that the revised terms will apply uniformly to all prospective bidders, as the government seeks to prioritize domestic fuel supply over foreign exports.

Vingroup plans $500M EV plant in Philippines, EVIS role unclear

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said Wednesday that the proposed plant would have an initial annual production capacity of 200,000 units, serving both domestic and export markets. Construction is targeted to begin in the first quarter of 2027, with completion expected within 12 to 18 months.
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