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AllDay expands despite Q1 challenges

Villar-led mid-premium supermarket chain AllDay Supermarket managed to pull through a double-digit increase in profit to start the year despite what it called a “challenging quarter.”.....»»

Category: financeSource: philstar philstarMay 24th, 2024

Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles

The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Sun Savings Bank achieves P79M net income, expands consumer loan offerings for 2024

Sun Savings Bank achieves P79M net income, expands consumer loan offerings for 2024.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 19th, 2024

Search for missing labor activist expands in 1st month of disappearance

It has been more than a month since his disappearance but Lariosa remains missing. The effect of his abduction rippled down to other organizers in the Southern Mindanao region. The United Nations (UN) has identified that enforced disappearance is a frequently used strategy to spread terror, not only to the close relatives of the disappeared but also to their communities. The post Search for missing labor activist expands in 1st month of disappearance appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMay 14th, 2024

Airspeed expands operations with the opening of a new healthcare facility

Airspeed expands operations with the opening of a new healthcare facility.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Cibo expands outside Manila, opens branch in Metro Cebu

Cibo expands outside Manila, opens branch in Metro Cebu.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Largest retail store expands home delivery in Davao

Largest retail store expands home delivery in Davao.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Homegrown company expands product offering for Sinulog

Homegrown company expands product offering for Sinulog.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

DOH assures uninterrupted healthcare despite potential water, power woes

“We are ready for El Niño. Our hospitals will stay up and running despite anticipated power and water challenges. There are contingency plans in place,” Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa said. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Singson rises above challenges to lead in China LPGA

Mafy Singson overcame numerous challenges – emotional stress, lack of practice and a shaky start – to fire a stunning 68, finding herself the bewildered leader after 18 holes of the Golf Liquor Guangdong Women’s Open......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024

Toral: Digitalization is key to addressing supply chain challenges

Toral: Digitalization is key to addressing supply chain challenges.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Pursuing art, navigating challenges

Feeling overworked, underpaid, and unappreciated, 22-year-old creative Vince Joseph W. Lim opens up about the challenges he faces in the bustling creative scene of Davao City. A graduate of Ateneo de Davao University with a degree in Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Lim highlights the struggle of balancing between earning a living and pursuing his passion for art out of his pocket......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

2 Basilan military commanders tackle potential challenges

2 Basilan military commanders tackle potential challenges.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

World Bank urges Philippines to address funding, infrastructure challenges

The Philippines need to address challenges in terms of funding, lack of digital infrastructure and technical competencies as local government units are looking to develop smart cities, the World Bank said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Job insecurity, climate change pose challenges in Philippines human development – UNDP

The lack of job security and the high exposure to climate and disaster risks are seen as challenges to the country’s economic growth and human development, making it necessary to make investments in climate resilience and education, according to the United Nations Development Program......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

Airspeed: Overcoming challenges to achieve success in 2024

Airspeed: Overcoming challenges to achieve success in 2024.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges

Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Near-target 2023 GDP growth acceptable amidst economic challenges – Neda chief

INQUIRER/ MARIANNE BERMUDEZ MANILA, Philippines — The country’s chief socioeconomic planner, Secretary Arsenio Balisacan of the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda), said that a 2023 economic growth slightly lower than the previous year’s 7.6 percent but near the government’s 6 to 7 percent target range would be considered acceptable, given the challenges faced by the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

AFP’s main challenges: Preserving, protecting Philippines territory, sovereignty

Without specifically mentioning the West Philippine Sea and the country’s current problems with China in the area, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. said preserving and protecting Philippine territory and sovereignty tops the military’s main challenges for 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Carlos Chan’s friendship award

Some friendships endure and even flourish despite the passing of time and the seemingly insurmountable challenges......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 18th, 2024

Chinas First Quarter Results Show Growth Propelled by Factories

The Chinese economy exceeded expectations in the first quarter of this year, growing by 1.6 percent despite the challenges posed by the real estate crisis.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024