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    DOTr offers fare refunds for MRT-3 payment errors

    In response to system errors encountered during the ongoing pilot run of cashless payments on MRT-3, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and MRT-3 management announce the provision of free single journey tickets (SJT) to affected passengers starting today, Monday.

    MRT-3 rehab deal renewed, upgrades coming

    The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has extended the maintenance and rehabilitation contract of Japan’s Sumitomo Corp. for the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) by another year, securing the continuity of service and laying the groundwork for long-term system improvements.

    ERC clears Alabat Wind grid link

    The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved the application of Alabat Wind Power Corp., a subsidiary of Alternergy Holdings Corp., to connect its Alabat Wind Power Project to the Luzon power grid.

    T-Bill yields mixed as slew of data loom

    Treasury bill yields moved mostly lower at Monday’s auction, as investors braced for a raft of key economic reports that could influence future monetary policy direction.

    Semirara income falls as coal, power prices stabilize

    Integrated energy firm Semirara Mining and Power Corp. (SMPC) reported a P4.1 billion net income in the second quarter of 2025, a 33 percent decline from P6.1 billion in the same period last year, as coal and electricity prices continued to stabilize from 2023 highs.

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    BCDA weighs new Market!Market! lease amid transit-oriented development 

    The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is evaluating the possible renewal of Ayala Land’s lease over Market!Market! ahead of its 2027 expiration, as plans for a large-scale, transit-oriented development (TOD) in Bonifacio Global City (BGC) gain momentum alongside the Metro Manila Subway Project.

    Wilmar Philippines switches to geothermal power in major decarbonization move

    Wilmar Edible Oils Philippines Inc. has taken a major step toward cutting its carbon emissions by shifting to geothermal energy for its operations, marking a key milestone in its decarbonization efforts.

    SCTEX fast-tracks interchanges to drive regional growth

    The Subic–Clark–Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) is moving closer to full operational efficiency as long-delayed interchange projects and service upgrades gain traction, strengthening its role as a critical logistics and mobility backbone for Central and Northern Luzon.

    DTI initiates safeguard probe on tile imports

    The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has opened a preliminary safeguard measures investigation into imported ceramic tiles, saying there is a prima facie case that surging imports may be harming local manufacturers.
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