DOTr opens Aleson routes to other ships to keep sea travel safe
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has ordered the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) to allow other safety-compliant shipping companies to operate on routes usually served by Aleson Shipping Lines, to make sure passengers can continue traveling safely by sea.
Valero Grand Suites switches to renewable energy under First Gen partnership
Valero Grand Suites by Swiss-Belhotel has transitioned its entire electricity supply to renewable energy, marking a major sustainability milestone for the 271-room hotel in Makati City’s central business district.
Maynilad ignites Philippine IPO revival
The Philippines staged a strong comeback in equity capital markets in 2025, powered by the blockbuster initial public offering of Maynilad Water Services, Inc., which ranked as the third-largest IPO in Southeast Asia, according to Deloitte’s Southeast Asia IPO Capital Market Report 2025.
Cebu levels up as regional MICR powerhouse
Cebu cemented its rise as a premier meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) destination in Southeast Asia with the official launch of the Cebu MICE Guidebook during the ASEAN Tourism Forum’s Travel Exchange (TRAVEX) at the Mactan Expo in Mactan Newtown.
Berthaphil, BCDA tie up for Clark venture
Industrial real estate developer Berthaphil, Inc. has partnered with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to unlock new growth opportunities for aviation-related industries in Central Luzon, strengthening Clark’s push to become a regional aviation and logistics hub.
