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

Zambales formalizes bid to host 2027 Palarong Pambansa

By JONAS REYES | March 4, 2026 THE Province of Zambales has formalized its bid to host next year’s Palarong Pambansa, aiming to be the venue for the first time of the country’s biggest sporting competition that involves elementary and secondary student-athletes from the 18 regions in the country. Governor Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr. himself… Read More Zambales formalizes bid to host 2027 Palarong Pambansa

Connectbase, Converge partner to expand connectivity ecosystem in Southeast Asia

BOSTON, MA (March 3, 2026) — Connectbase, the Operating System for Connected Commerce, today announced a strategic collaboration with Converge ICT Solutions Inc. (Converge), the Philippines’ leading broadband and technology provider, further expanding the Connectbase ecosystem in Southeast Asia and strengthening global access to one of the region’s fastest-growing digital markets. Through the collaboration, Converge… Read More Connectbase, Converge partner to expand connectivity ecosystem in Southeast Asia

Subic inks sister-port agreement with Kaohsiung, Taiwan

By HENRY EMPEÑO | March 3, 2026 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Port of Subic has signed a sister-port agreement with the Port of Kaohsiung in Taiwan, the third such arrangement made by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) to strengthen its global network in maritime trade and port development. SBMA Senior Deputy Administrator for… Read More Subic inks sister-port agreement with Kaohsiung, Taiwan

PH bank deposits post 7.3% growth to P21-T in Q3 2025; Insured deposits increase to P5.1-T

STATE deposit insurer Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) reported that total deposit liabilities of the banking system increased by P1.4 trillion, or 7.3%, to P20.9 trillion as of end-September 2025, higher from P19.5 trillion recorded in the same period in 2024. This robust growth was accompanied by a sharp increase in the total number of… Read More PH bank deposits post 7.3% growth to P21-T in Q3 2025; Insured deposits increase to P5.1-T

Subic arts festival spotlights local artists

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — A three-day Arts Fiesta was held here at the at the Mini Golf Course along Waterfront Road from February 27 to March 1 to showcase creations by local artists from Olongapo City, Zambales, and Bataan. Organized by the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Tourism Department in collaboration with local art house Sip… Read More Subic arts festival spotlights local artists