The Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced on Tuesday the appointment of corporate leader Edgar O. Chua and seasoned aviation executive Datuk Captain Izham Ismail as independent directors, effective June 1, 2026.

Discovery Capital Finance Corp. has secured a credit facility with Union Bank of the Philippines, part of the Aboitiz group, to speed up its expansion across the country.

The Philippines and Vietnam have launched a new tourism partnership aimed at boosting visitor arrivals, expanding air links, and capitalizing on the growing travel demand between two of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies.

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) forecasts a favorable 2026 for the mining sector, driven by strong global demand for energy transition minerals and steady commodity prices.

Green GSM Philippines has secured a P2-billion credit facility from Philippine National Bank (PNB), providing a major financial boost to the expansion of the country’s all-electric ride-hailing network as demand for sustainable urban transport gains momentum.

Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. (MRSGI) has expanded its footprint in Eastern Visayas with the opening of Metro Naval in Biliran, reinforcing its strategy of tapping growth opportunities in underserved provincial markets amid intensifying competition in the retail sector.

Girlie, a Philippine eagle rescued in 1982 as a juvenile with a permanent injury and blindness in one eye, has spent over 40 years in human care and is now in her mid‑40s — well beyond the species’ usual lifespan. Living at the Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center since 2009, she stands as the living symbol of the long‑running partnership between the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF).

PLDT Inc. said Tuesday its wireless unit, Smart Communications Inc., will rely on tailored data solutions and faster 5G adoption to drive growth amid a broader industry slowdown. Moving away from standard packages, Smart now uses advanced analytics to create customized plans matched to each user’s needs and budget. Smart co-OIC Lloyd Manaloto noted this approach lets them deliver the right service at the right time, while PLDT COO Menardo G. Jimenez highlighted how targeted offers help counter slower growth.

AC Health has launched the first St. Joseph Drug Powered by Sugi store at One Ayala in Manila, blending local healthcare knowledge with Japan’s wellness expertise.