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
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
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
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
A grand tribute to women at your most-loved mall After securing your wardrobe and beauty hauls, why not go for a treatment and a massage? Head to your most-loved SM Olongapo Central and SM Olongapo Downtown for sweet wellness deals to help you rest, recharge, and feel your best. Treat yourself to rejuvenating facials, soothing… Read More WOMEN’S WELLNESS SALE: REWARD YOURSELF WITH SOME R&R
By HENRY EMPEÑO | February 28, 2026 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Topnotch real estate broker Leechiu Property Consultants, Inc. (LPC) is exploring collaborative projects with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) to accelerate tourism growth and investment promotion in the Subic Bay Freeport. In a meeting here on Wednesday, February 25, LPC CEO David Leechiu… Read More Top real estate firm joins SBMA for high-impact tourism projects
By HENRY EMPEÑO | February 26, 2026 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Majority stockholders of the Subic Bay Marine Exploratorium, Inc. (SBMEI), which owns and operates the popular Ocean Adventure marine theme park here, have decried a recent stockholders’ meeting that elected unqualified persons to the firm’s board of directors, saying it was an attempt to… Read More Subic theme park investors hit ‘illegal’ board elections as takeover attempt
This March 2026, SM Supermalls is putting the spotlight on women as it celebrates Women’s Month with a series of activities and special offers across its malls nationwide. The campaign, “All About Women,” honors women for their strength, confidence, and individuality. It highlights how women continue to overcome challenges, define beauty in their own way,… Read More ALL ABOUT WOMEN: BE YOU TO THE FULLEST THIS WOMEN’S MONTH AT SM
By HENRY EMPEÑO | February 18, 2026 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – Industrialist Eduardo Jose L. Aliño, chairman and administrator of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), was named among PeopleAsia’s “People of the Year.” The award, given by Stargate PeopleAsia magazine to individuals who demonstrated exceptional leadership and service to the Filipino community, cited Aliño… Read More SBMA CEO among PeopleAsia’s ‘People of the Year’ 2026 awardees
THE Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) has announced the indefinitecontinuation and simplification of its Closed Bank Loan Incentive Program (CLIP) which is now CLIP 4.0, a move aimed at delivering faster, clearer, and more accessible relief to borrowers of closed banks starting January 1, 2026. First launched in 2021, CLIP has been a cornerstone of… Read More PDIC simplifies, indefinitely extends loan incentive program to benefit more closed bank borrowers
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