Maynilad Water Services Inc. is stepping up water-loss reduction efforts and nearly P10 billion in treatment facility improvements as the west zone concessionaire prepares for potentially drier conditions associated with El Niño.
Starting October 28, 2026, the second tranche of toll rate adjustments for the CAVITEX R1 Expressway Extension will go into effect, as approved by the Toll Regulatory Board.
Sarangani Energy Corp. (SEC), part of the Alsons Power Group, was named the Philippines’ most compliant coal-fired power generator under the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM), earning a 97.71% compliance rating in industry recognition awarded by the Philippine Electricity Market Corp. (PEMC).
The Philippines and the European Union are advancing an artificial intelligence laboratory designed to bring research closer to market, attract investment and encourage responsible AI adoption across businesses and government.
Building on successful runs in Luzon and the Visayas, Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) brought its nationwide Honda Riders Convention to Mindanao for the first time, holding the third and final leg in Cagayan de Oro on October 24, 2026. The gathering brought riders together in a vibrant celebration of shared passion, community, and empowerment, marking a major step in connecting the brand more deeply with motorcycle enthusiasts across the southern Philippines.
Incoming Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon has laid out his key priorities as he returns to lead the Department of Transportation, placing urgent focus on improving daily commutes, enhancing road safety, and overhauling long-standing problems at the Land Transportation Office.
Local mining leaders are preparing to take legal action against Joint Administrative Order (JAO) No. 2026-01, recently issued by the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Sector executives warn that the new framework directly conflicts with established Philippine laws, introducing severe regulatory uncertainty and heightened risks for investors across the country.
The Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF) has brought together government, local units, water providers, and businesses to strengthen national water security, launching the Canada-funded four-year BRIDGE Project focused on Baguio and Antipolo Cities.