New SBMA chief sets direction for Subic Freeport

By HENRY EMPEÑO | May 8, 2023 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Harking back to the spirit of volunteerism that made this free port progressive, newly-appointed Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Jonathan D. Tan on Monday defined his administration’s direction and urged employees to help create a sustainable business community here. “SBMA people… Read More New SBMA chief sets direction for Subic Freeport

Cebu Pacific Returns to profitability, posts P1.1-B net profit in Q1

CEBU Air Inc. (CEB: PSE) reported a first-quarter net profit of P1.1 billion, bouncing from a P7.6 billion net loss in the same period last year, driven by its strong passenger and ancillary revenues. This is CEB’s first profitable quarter since the pandemic, as it generated total revenues of P20.9 billion, 211% higher than the… Read More Cebu Pacific Returns to profitability, posts P1.1-B net profit in Q1

SM Supermalls backs DOH’s Chikiting Ligtas vax campaign

Opens 60 mall sites for pediatric vaccines aged 0 to 59 months SM Supermalls, in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH) launches the Chikiting Ligtas Measles-Rubella and Oral Polio Vaccine Supplemental Immunization Activity (MR-OPV SIA) on May 01-31, 2023 in 60 SM malls in cooperation with Healthy Pilipinas, United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund… Read More SM Supermalls backs DOH’s Chikiting Ligtas vax campaign

Palace names Antique ex-mayor as new SBMA head

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – Malacañan Palace has appointed former Pandan, Antique mayor Jonathan Dioso Tan as chairman and administrator of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) on April 28, replacing former Olongapo City mayor Rolen C. Paulino Sr. who stepped down from office on April 15. Tan is a Filipino politician and businessman who served… Read More Palace names Antique ex-mayor as new SBMA head

U.S., South Korea ink P111.5-M partnership to improve climate resilience of Philippine cities

MANILA, May 3, 2023 — On March 22, the United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) signed a Php 111.5 million ($2 million) grant partnership agreement to boost the capacities of Philippine cities to adapt to, mitigate, and manage the impacts of climate change… Read More U.S., South Korea ink P111.5-M partnership to improve climate resilience of Philippine cities

DOLE, SM LABOR DAY JOB FAIR 2023 A SUCCESS

The job fair at SM City Olongapo Central has attracted over 65 employers from various industries such as retail, food and beverage, manufacturing, healthcare, finance, hospitality, and many more. Companies such as Alfamart Trading Philis.,Inc , Sports Central, Datian, OEDC, Staffhouse International Resources and Main Shopping Princess Phils. Inc. were among the many exhibitors, offering… Read More DOLE, SM LABOR DAY JOB FAIR 2023 A SUCCESS

6,310 jobs open in SBMA Labor Day job fair

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Fifty-seven business locators in this free port announced a total of 6,310 job vacancies during the Labor Day job fair, drawing a total of 568 applicants who registered in the recruiting event organized by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA). SBMA Labor Department manager Melvin Varias said 12 jobseekers instantly landed… Read More 6,310 jobs open in SBMA Labor Day job fair