Cebu Pacific named strongest Asean airline brand by Brand Finance

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has been recognized by Brand Finance as the strongest airline brand in the ASEAN region, underscoring the airline’s growing resonance with travelers and its reputation for value, reliability, and innovation. The award reflects Cebu Pacific’s consistent efforts to make air travel more accessible while strengthening customer trust… Read More Cebu Pacific named strongest Asean airline brand by Brand Finance

Cebu Pacific carries 2.1M passengers in October; year-to-date traffic above 22M

CEBU Pacific (CEB) carried 2.1 million passengers in October 2025, a 1% decrease from the same month last year.  Overall seat load factor (SLF) decreased to 79.3% from 80.5% last year while seat capacity rose by 0.6%.  Domestic passengers decreased by 4.5% year-on-year on 6.1% lower seats, resulting in a domestic SLF of 82.5%. International… Read More Cebu Pacific carries 2.1M passengers in October; year-to-date traffic above 22M

SEC bats for micro enterprises’ exemption from filing audited financial statements

THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is pushing for the exemption of more corporations from the mandatory submission of audited financial statements, in a bid to further reduce compliance costs for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). In a policy paper submitted to the Department of Finance (DOF) on October 28, the SEC recommended that… Read More SEC bats for micro enterprises’ exemption from filing audited financial statements

Greek firms eye investments in Subic Freeport

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – Greek companies under the Hellenic-ASEAN Business Council (HABC) are considering investments in this premier Freeport after expressing positive feedback during their visit here last Friday, November 7. Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño welcomed the HABC delegation led by its Chairman Nick Stasinopoulos and Athens… Read More Greek firms eye investments in Subic Freeport

Cebu Pacific receives 13th A330neo aircraft

CEBU Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has expanded its widebody fleet with the delivery of its 13th Airbus A330neo aircraft, further bolstering operational resilience and underscoring its leadership as the largest A330neo operator in Asia. The 459-seater aircraft, which arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport from Airbus’ facility in Toulouse, France, is… Read More Cebu Pacific receives 13th A330neo aircraft

27th Likha ng Central Luzon trade fair generates P55.3M sales

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | October 30, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — A total of P55.3 million in total sales was generated during the recent 27th Likha ng Central Luzon trade fair of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). DTI OIC Regional Director Edna Dizon said this, noting that about 148 micro, small,… Read More 27th Likha ng Central Luzon trade fair generates P55.3M sales

SEC all set to adopt blockchain-based authentication for corporate filings

AMID ongoing efforts to harness blockchain technology to strengthen transparency and accountability in the government, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is poised to roll out its own blockchain-based platform that allows for a more secure digital authentication of reports and other documents filed by corporations. The Commission on October 22 issued for public comment… Read More SEC all set to adopt blockchain-based authentication for corporate filings

DOJ indicts three groups for illegal investment activities

THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) scored a win against fraudulent investment activities, after securing the indictment of three groups that solicited investments from the public without the necessary licenses. In separate resolutions, the Department of Justice (DOJ) found prima facie evidence to file criminal complaints against Eton Phil Non-Specialized Wholesale Trading, SCET Colleens Corporation,… Read More DOJ indicts three groups for illegal investment activities

SBMA passes stage 1 audit for health, safety standards—DQS

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) passed the Stage 1 audit for the ISO 45001:2018 standard, also known as the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS), on October 20. SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño lauded the efforts of the OHSMS Team headed by Dr. Solomon Jacalne, Manager of… Read More SBMA passes stage 1 audit for health, safety standards—DQS

Students, MSMEs in Tarlac learn bamboo-based food production

By Maria Asumpta Estefanie C. Reyes | October 27, 2025 TARLAC CITY (PIA) — At least 20 participants composed of students and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) representatives in Tarlac have learned new skills in bamboo-based food production from a training organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). Held at the Tarlac Capitol Center,… Read More Students, MSMEs in Tarlac learn bamboo-based food production