Energy & Mining
Steel sector bets on infrastructure, roadmap for growth
The Philippine steel industry remains cautiously optimistic despite slowing construction activity, pinning its long-term growth hopes on the government's infrastructure pipeline and a long-awaited industry roadmap aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing.
Rockport Power expands access to government energy programs via utility partnerships
Local retail electricity supplier Rockport Power Inc. is leveraging three key government initiatives—the Retail Competition and Open Access (RCOA), Green Energy Option Program (GEOP), and Retail Aggregation Program (RAP)—to help customers lower their bills and choose their energy provider.
Aboitiz leads PH power generation market share – ERC data
Data from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) in June shows that Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. (AEV) holding the largest share of the power generation market at 24.30 percent, equivalent to 6.85 million kilowatts.
Mixed fuel price adjustments expected this week
The various fuel retailers indicate mixed price adjustments for gasoline and diesel will take effect this week.
Crackdown on bad cement gains industry backing
The country's cement makers are backing a tougher regulatory line on substandard products, arguing that stronger enforcement is about more than protecting the market—it's about protecting the buildings and infrastructure that rely on every bag of cement.
