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San Miguel, SMIC top bill Philippine firms in Forbes World’s best employers list

Conglomerate San Miguel Corp. is ranked sharply higher to 43rd on Forbes Magazine and research firm Statista's World’s Best Employers list.

Plastic waste-producing large enterprises told to mind EPR Act

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) reiterated its calls for large-scale entrepreneurs and companies to comply with the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act.

ADB seeks month long bid submission extension of the NAIA rehab contract

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) wants to extend for a month the submission of bids for the P171-billion contract to rehabilitate, optimize and maintain the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Basic Energy seeks nationwide franchise for an e-bus fleet of thousands

Listed firm Basic Energy Corp. on Tuesday bared planning the deployment of 6,500 electric buses (e-bus) over a five-year span under its Green Energy E-Transport Program or GEEP and has asked government to support the program.

NTC earns FOI champion citation six years in series

The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has earned recognition for championing the freedom of information (FOI) best manifested by its high rate of response to requests for information from the public.

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Meralco strengthens earthquake readiness via full-scale drills

When the ground shakes, readiness cannot remain on paper. For Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), preparedness means putting plans, people, technology, and partnerships through their paces—before a real emergency does.

Philippines export streak hits 35-year high momentum

The Philippines’ export boom is showing signs of staying power, with merchandise shipments climbing 27.8 percent in August to USD9.11 billion—the highest monthly level in 35 years, the Department of Trade and Industry said.

SMPC rightsizes workforce; seawater inflows curb Acacia mine operations

Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) is adjusting its workforce as persistent and rising seawater ingress restricts activity at its Acacia mine, with flows now overwhelming existing pumping capacity.

Blu Girls’ Asian Games medal wait continues

The Philippine Blu Girls will have to wait a little longer for their first Asian Games softball medal after Chinese Taipei turned Saturday's bronze-medal match into a three-inning rout.
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