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7M Metro Manila residents unaware of free septic tank desludging services

The Regulatory Office (RO) of the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) laments the number of Metro Manila residents remaining unaware that a good portion of their monthly water bill includes the desludging of septic tanks free of charge.

Global water activist cites perils of ignoring sustainable farming goals in Phl

The government drive to make the agriculture sector a key economic driver in the years forward is at peril unless sustainable farming is adopted as a matter of policy.

Regulator extends partial and conditional rate hike for Maynilad

Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has been allowed to increase the tariff it charges customers but only as this relates to inflation and not the entire price adjustment mechanism, regulators said on Friday.

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VinFast VF 3 tops Philippine electric vehicle sales

The VinFast VF 3 emerged as the Philippines’ best-selling battery electric vehicle (BEV) model in the first eight months of 2026, recording 2,906 units sold from January to August, according to data from the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) cited by the company.

September auto sales up 21%, but 9-month slump persists

Philippine automotive sales rebounded 21 percent in September as dealerships recovered from weather-related disruptions, but the monthly surge has yet to reverse the industry’s double-digit decline for the first nine months of 2026.

DTI proposes tougher e-bike rules, higher compliance costs

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is proposing mandatory safety certification for electric bicycles, scooters and other light electric vehicles (LEVs), a move that could drive up compliance costs for businesses while tightening safeguards against electrical and battery-related hazards.

FMI marks 30 years, targets growth through technology, skills

Facilities Managers, Inc. (FMI) is marking its 30th anniversary with plans to expand its facilities management business through technology adoption, workforce development and international opportunities, building on a three-decade track record that has generated employment for around 6,000 Filipinos.
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