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Maria Bernadette Romero

Maria Bernadette Romero has spent over half a decade as a Business Journalist for the Daily Tribune, covering the Energy beat — from power plants to power lines — and keeping tabs on Transportation, Telecommunications, and the Capital Market. Before joining the publication, she worked as a Lifestyle contributor for an online magazine, a rookie reporter at the Philippine Star, and a Lifestyle writer at the Manila Bulletin. For invitations and story leads, drop her a line at mariabernadetteromero@gmail.com.

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THE Consunji-led Semirara Mining and Power Corporation operates the country’s largest coal mine on Semirara Island, Antique, under Operating Contract No. 5, which is set to expire on 14 July 2027.

Semirara coal supply at risk by July 2027

The Department of Energy is being urged to resolve the contested requirements pertaining to the bidding of the mine being operated by Semirara Mining and Power…

Gov't moves to cut logistics costs

Gov't moves to cut logistics costs

The government is ramping up efforts to cut logistics costs by expanding road, rail, and port infrastructure, including the proposed…

Gasoline set for steeper rollback next week

Gasoline set for steeper rollback next week

Motorists can look forward to significant savings as gasoline prices are set to drop by up to P5.50 per liter next week, driven by weakening demand and…

LANCE Gokongwei serves as chairman of the board for the listed gaming technology firm PhilWeb Corporation.

PhilWeb eyes new revenues through MegaWin deal

PhilWeb Corp. is expanding its regulated gaming technology business through an exclusive partnership between its investee company JKS Tech Solutions and…

Fuel prices seesaw as gasoline faces 
P4 rollback

Fuel prices seesaw as gasoline faces P4 rollback

Gasoline prices in the Philippines may drop by ₱4.00 to ₱4.20 per liter next week, while diesel prices could increase by ₱0.20 to ₱0.40, reversing this week’s…

THE BME system delivers electricity and cooled air directly to aircraft while they are parked at the gate. This means planes no longer need to run their auxiliary power units or APUs — engines that burn jet fuel just to run onboard systems when on the ground. Gokongwei-led carrier Cebu Pacific began using the facility, following its installation by airport manager Luzon International Premiere Airport Development Corporation, or LIPAD.

Cebu Pacific expands energy-saving push

Cebu Pacific is expanding its fuel-saving initiatives by using bridge-mounted equipment at Clark International Airport to supply electricity and cooled air to…

PhilWeb Corp

PhilWeb eyes new revenues from MegaWin deal

PhilWeb Corp. secures a strategic partnership with MegaWin, aiming to boost recurring revenue through innovative gaming services. Discover how this deal…

APO Cement Plant in Naga, Cebu

CHP shields cement plants from water shortages

Concreat Holdings Philippines (CHP) tackles water scarcity by recycling 50 million liters annually across its cement plants, ensuring sustainable production…