Aboitiz Construction completes Lagonglong Port
By Cong Corrales | Mindanao Gold Star Daily | May 9, 2025 LAGONGLONG, Misamis Oriental — Aboitiz Construction has completed the new Lagonglong Port for AMADI MGT Terminals Inc., a major infrastructure project expected to enhance trade capacity and generate jobs in Northern Mindanao. The private commercial port, located in Lagonglong, Misamis Oriental, features a […]
DOTr: Improvements underway for Busuanga, Naga, Laoag airports
By Elijah Felice Rosales | The Philippine Star | May 19, 2025 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is spending nearly P600 million to improve airports in Busuanga, Naga and Laoag, expediting projects that would enhance the viability of air travel in the regions. In a series of invitations to bid, the […]
Aboitiz Construction sees 93% of Labor Day applicants as hireable
By Beatriz Marie D. Cruz | Business World | May 18, 2025 7:56pm ABOITIZ Construction, Inc., the construction arm of the Aboitiz Group, said about 93% of the job applicants at its Labor Day recruitment activity are currently being evaluated for potential placement in its projects nationwide. The recruitment drive was conducted in 13 key […]
Philippines counting on 14.2-GW new power supply by 2030
By Brix Lelis | The Philippine Star | May 18, 2025 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — Over 14,200 megawatts (MW) of new capacity are set to come online by 2030 to strengthen the country’s power supply, according to the Department of Energy. Latest DOE data showed that renewable energy accounted for the bulk of committed projects […]
PICC to Host “Philippine Sustainable and Resilient Energy Future” Forum on June 20 at Seda BGC
Power Philippines News | May 3, 2025 11:22 AM The Philippine Infrastructure and Construction Club (PICC) is organizing a key industry event, “Philippine Sustainable and Resilient Energy Future,” on June 20, 2025, at Seda BGC, Taguig City. The forum will bring together senior leaders, government officials, and energy sector stakeholders to examine the challenges and […]
DPWH installs solar-powered streetlights in uptown Cagayan de Oro
By DPWH – Cagayan de Oro 1st District Engineering Office | Philippine Information Agency | May 8, 2025 CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (PIA) — The Department of Public Works and Highways – Cagayan de Oro 1st District Engineering Office (DPWH-CDO 1st DEO) will begin installing solar-powered streetlights starting this May 2025 along the CDO-Airport-Bukidnon Road, […]
Improved road to La Union island boost tourism, local economy
By Rocky E. Bautista | Philippine Information Agency | May 7, 2025 SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union (PIA)— The improved Baybay-Narvacan Road is set to boost tourism in Sto. Tomas, La Union, providing better access to Sungyot Island. This development addresses previously existing challenges in reaching the island, a paradise known for its long stretch […]
New Tacloban Airport terminal up for opening in 2026
By Sarwell Meniano | Philippine News Agency | May 7, 2025 8:56 PM TACLOBAN CITY – The new Tacloban Airport terminal building will be opened partially by 2026 as part of the long-term goal to meet international standards, officials said on Wednesday. The construction of the three phases of the project is now in full […]
Construction begins on $526m Northern Hospital redevelopment
It is expected to be completed in 2029. Work has started on the $526m (A$813m) Northern Hospital redevelopment in Australia. Stage one of the project will deliver a new four-storey ambulatory care centre, set to open in mid-2026. It will also provide a dedicated space for clinical care and hospital administration. Meanwhile, stage two will […]
Bill eyes energy, tourism development of Philippine Rise
By Adrian H. Halili | Business World | April 22, 2025 8:52 pm A PHILIPPINE senator has filed a bill that seeks to create a multi-agency body that would secure and oversee the sustainable development of the Philippine Rise for energy and tourism projects. “This maritime territory promises transformative opportunities, from renewable energy sources and […]