Transport & Communications
APECO, Korean, and Filipino firms sign deal for new Casiguran International Port
The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) signed a tripartite memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Yooshin Engineering Corporation of South Korea and Lordsbridge Resources Corporation of the Philippines to develop the Casiguran International New Port, a flagship infrastructure project aimed at establishing Aurora as a key maritime gateway to the Pacific.
SMC anticipates 10% traffic surge on expressways for Undas break
San Miguel Corporation’s tollway operator, SMC Infrastructure, said it is preparing for a 10 percent rise in vehicle traffic on its expressways during the Undas long weekend.
Smart expands reach with satellite-to-phone technology
Smart Communications has teamed up with U.S.-based Lynk Global to provide mobile coverage in areas without traditional network signals, using satellites that connect directly to ordinary mobile phones.
CICC finds no breach in GCash systems amid online data leak claims
The Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) said its probe found no evidence of a security breach in GCash’s systems, despite recent reports of a possible data leak involving the mobile wallet platform.
NNIC activates Oplan Undas 2025 for safe, efficient travel at NAIA
The New NAIA Infrastructure Corp. (NNIC) has launched Oplan Undas 2025 across all terminals of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) to ensure safe, comfortable, and efficient travel during the All Saints’ Day break and long weekend.
