More Zambales towns join 4-day workweek bandwagon

By JOANNA AGLIBOT | March 11, 2026 SAN ANTONIO, Zambales — More towns in this province have begun adopting a four-day workweek for government employees as part of efforts to conserve fuel and electricity amid rising global oil prices. Local government units (LGUs) in the municipalities of San Antonio, Masinloc, and Candelaria announced on March… Read More More Zambales towns join 4-day workweek bandwagon

Zambales adopts 4-day workweek

By HENRY EMPEÑO | March 10, 2026 IBA, Zambales — Zambales province has implemented a four-day workweek program following the release by Malacañang on Friday of Memorandum Circular 114 enjoining energy conservation measures among national and local government units in face of rising global oil prices due to the ongoing Middle East crisis. Through Executive… Read More Zambales adopts 4-day workweek

BDO wins Gold Anvil for ‘Best Use of Influencer Marketing’

By HENRY EMPEÑO | March 10, 2026 BDO Unibank, a member of the SM Group, clinched the Gold Anvil Award for Best Use of Influencer Marketing Category, besting more than 170 companies that vied for the honor in the recent 61st Anvil Awards. The Anvil Awards, organized by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines… Read More BDO wins Gold Anvil for ‘Best Use of Influencer Marketing’

DOT, BCDA energize sports tourism in New Clark City

RECOGNIZING the potential of sports as a key driver of tourism and economic growth, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) have joined forces to strengthen sports tourism promotion in New Clark City and its world-class sports facilities.  Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and BCDA President and Chief Executive… Read More DOT, BCDA energize sports tourism in New Clark City

Converge Global Business clinches ‘B2B Client Initiative of the Year’ at 2026 Asian Telecom Awards

MANILA, Philippines (March 9, 2026) — Converge Global Business, the corporate and large enterprise unit of leading fixed broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. (Converge), has been honored with the B2B Client Initiative of the Year – Philippines at the prestigious Asian Telecom Awards 2026. Recognized for its Elevating Connections series, this initiative… Read More Converge Global Business clinches ‘B2B Client Initiative of the Year’ at 2026 Asian Telecom Awards

LOOK: Subic Water Rescue & Security Measures Simulation Exercises

SUBIC Bay International Terminals Corporation (SBITC) conducted Water Rescue & Security Measures Simulation Exercises on March 5, 2026, with personnel from the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) as observers. The said activity aims to strengthen emergency preparedness and ensure the safety of personnel during port operations. The drill tests the Emergency Response Team in the execution of proper… Read More LOOK: Subic Water Rescue & Security Measures Simulation Exercises

ACEN plans P15.8-B solar battery storage in San Marcelino

SAN MARCELINO, Zambales — ACEN Corp., the renewable energy arm of Ayala Corporation, has announced plans to invest some P15.8 billion to develop a large battery energy storage system (BESS) at its San Mar Solar Plant in Barangay Santa Fe here. According to project documents submitted to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR),… Read More ACEN plans P15.8-B solar battery storage in San Marcelino

Cebu Pacific marks 30th year with first aircraft delivery of 2026

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, took delivery of its first aircraft of the year – an Airbus A320neo – on March 6, just days before marking its 30th anniversary on March 8. The aircraft arrived in Manila from Airbus’ facility in Toulouse, France and is the first of four A320neos anticipated to… Read More Cebu Pacific marks 30th year with first aircraft delivery of 2026

Cebu Pacific celebrates 30th anniversary with Piso Sale 

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, continues to make travel dreams come true on its 30th anniversary as it brings back its signature Piso sale, giving travelers more opportunities to book low fares as the airline celebrates three decades in the skies.  From March 5 – 11, travelers may book flights to domestic and international destinations on sale… Read More Cebu Pacific celebrates 30th anniversary with Piso Sale 

Services sector bulks up Subic workforce to 172,226

By HENRY EMPEÑO | March 4, 2026 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The services sector remains to be the dominant force here in the Subic Bay Freeport, registering a strong 67.70 percent presence among the 172,226 workers recorded as of January this year. According to the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), the Subic workforce continued to… Read More Services sector bulks up Subic workforce to 172,226