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10/08/2026

DOTr, Lufthansa, other partners unveil new aviation hub in Clark International Airport

The Department of Transportation witnessed the groundbreaking of Lufthansa Technik Phillippines’ new maintenance facility at Clark International Airport on August 6, which is expected to provide highly skilled employment to around 1,200 Filipinos. This also means the country expanding its aviation capacity to maintain and service wide-body aircraft.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed the DOTr to modernize and improve aviation infrastructure to make the country a global transport hub and consequently generate employment for Filipinos.
Transportation Secretary Banoy Lopez said the Lufthansa Technik Philippines Clark will create jobs and training opportunities for Filipino aviation professionals.

"Its clearest benefit to Filipinos will be opportunities it creates. Around 1,200 highly skilled jobs are expected to open over the coming years, giving Filipino engineers, technicians, and other aviation professionals the chance to receive specialized training and build lasting careers here at home," Secretary Lopez said in a message delivered by DOTr Undersecretary for Aviation and Airports Jim Sydiongco.

"The facility will also expand our capacity to maintain and service wide-body aircraft here in the Philippines. In doing so, it will strengthen Clark's role as an aviation and airspace hub for the country," the transport chief added.

Targeted to begin operations in 2028, the Lufthansa Technik PH Clark will have a capacity of up to nine bays for large aircrafts' maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO).

Lufthansa Technik Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO Soeren Stark expressed his deep gratitude to the Philippines as they experience a "friendly business environment" for the past 25 years.

"The growth and success of the company are never given, they require not only hard work and dedication but also business friendly environment and strong support from the government. We've been fortunate to experience both here in the Philippines for more than 25 years," Stark said.

Lufthansa Technik Philippines President & CEO Holger Beck, for his part, said the country will be a vital aircraft maintenance facility in the Asia-Pacific Region.

"The site will cover approximately 157,000 square meters, creating the foundation for one of the most advanced aircraft maintenance facilities. With these investments, Clark will become a key part of Lufthansa Technik's global network and an important center for aviation excellence in Asia-Pacific," Beck said.

Other VIP guests who graced the milestone event include German Ambassador to the Philippines Andreas Michael Pfaffernoschke, Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) President & CEO Engr. Joshua Bingcang, Luzon International Premiere Airport Development (LIPAD) Chairperson Josephine Gotianun-Yap, MacroAsia Corporation President & COO Eduardo Luis Luy, and Lucio Tan Group President & COO Lucio Tan III.

LAZATIN DELIVERS DSWD RELIEF PACKS TO STORM-AFFECTED FAMILIESCongressman Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr., together with his t...
10/08/2026

LAZATIN DELIVERS DSWD RELIEF PACKS TO STORM-AFFECTED FAMILIES

Congressman Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin Jr., together with his team, personally visited Barangay San Jose in Magalang on August 10, 2026, to distribute relief packs from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to families affected by the storm in Pampanga’s First District.

The team also proceeded to Barangay Dolores and Barangay Tabun in Mabalacat City to check on the condition of residents affected by the inclement weather and extend assistance to those in need.

The relief distribution is part of continuing efforts to provide immediate support to families affected by the storm across the district.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐨 𝐛𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐟 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚: 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐤Consuelo, which serves heirloom recipes and authentic Kapamp...
09/08/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐨 𝐛𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐟 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚: 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐤

Consuelo, which serves heirloom recipes and authentic Kapampangan and Filipino cuisine, is certainly a cut above the rest. No wonder it is fast becoming a popular and much-sought-after dining destination.

https://centralluzonbusinessweek.com/2026/08/09/consuelo-by-chef-vince-garciabest-food-experience-in-clark/

Magalang Mayor Malu Paras-Lacson inspected the condition of waterways in her town amidst heavy rains. Accompanied by Mun...
07/08/2026

Magalang Mayor Malu Paras-Lacson inspected the condition of waterways in her town amidst heavy rains.

Accompanied by Municipal Administrator Norman Lacson, Lacson inspected creeks, waterways, and rivers in the villages of Camias, Sta. Lucia, San Roque, Sto. Niño, Sta. Maria, and San Ildefonso.

The inspection forms part of the local government's continuing monitoring efforts and rapid response measures to ensure the safety of Magaleños amid inclement weather.

Lacson is also coordinating with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the office of Congressman Carmelo "Pogi" Lazatin Jr. to identify creeks, waterways, and rivers that require rehabilitation and to implement projects aimed at strengthening the protection and maintenance of these water channels.

LOOK: Congressman Carmelo "Pogi" Lazatin, Jr. attends the groundbreaking ceremony of the DICT Regional Office in Mabalac...
07/08/2026

LOOK: Congressman Carmelo "Pogi" Lazatin, Jr. attends the groundbreaking ceremony of the DICT Regional Office in Mabalacat City today, August 7, 2026.

Also present are Mabalacat City Mayor Geld Aquino, DICT Assistant Secretary for eGovernment Victoria Castro, DPWH Regional Director Arnold Ocampo, DICT Regional Director Tony Padre, and DICT Assistant Regional Director Francis Villanueva.

DISTRIBUTION OF SCHOOL SUPPLIES TO DAY CARE STUDENTS IN ANGELES CITY Congressman Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. distributes...
06/08/2026

DISTRIBUTION OF SCHOOL SUPPLIES TO DAY CARE STUDENTS IN ANGELES CITY

Congressman Carmelo “Pogi” Lazatin, Jr. distributes school supplies to day care students of Sta. Trinidad Day Care Center in Barangay Sta. Trinidad, Angeles City.

Each day care student will receive a tote bag with a set of school supplies including crayons, notebooks, pencil, eraser, sharpener, and writing pad.

Meanwhile, Lazatin will also give five kilos of rice to each parent of the day care student.

Lazatin also gave malunggay ice cream for the day care
students.

Lazatin was joined by Political Affairs Officer III Mina Cabiles, and members of the Barangay Sta. Trinidad Council, led by Punong Barangay Danilo Nacu, during the distribution of school supplies.

𝐍𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐦𝐛𝐮𝐝𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐯𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐧𝐳𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬Liga ng mga Barangay president and Sto. Cristo Barangay Chairman Terence Samp...
06/08/2026

𝐍𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐦𝐛𝐮𝐝𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐯𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐧𝐳𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬

Liga ng mga Barangay president and Sto. Cristo Barangay Chairman Terence Sampang Napao has filed a new verified complaint at the Office of the Ombudsman’s Area Office for Luzon against former House Senior Deputy Speaker Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr., five members of his family, and four Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Region III officials, accusing them of plunder, graft, and possession of prohibited interest over two flood-control contracts worth a combined ₱359,374,654.14.

https://centralluzonbusinessweek.com/2026/08/06/napao-files-ombudsman-case-anew-vs-gonzales/

No classes and office work in Tarlac, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Bataan and Bulacan tomorrow.In view of the continued heavy ...
05/08/2026

No classes and office work in Tarlac, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Bataan and Bulacan tomorrow.

In view of the continued heavy rainfall brought about by Tropical Storm Maymay and the Southwest Monsoon, and upon the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), work in government offices and classes at all levels in the National Capital Region and the provinces of Ilocos Sur, La Union, Benguet, Pangasinan, Abra, Zambales, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Apayao, Nueva Vizcaya, Tarlac, Nueva Ecija, Bataan, Pampanga, Bulacan, Rizal, Cavite, Batangas, Laguna, and Occidental Mindoro are hereby suspended on 06 August 2026.

Agencies delivering essential and emergency services shall continue their operations. The suspension of work in private companies and offices is left to the discretion of their respective heads.

𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐤’𝐬 𝟏𝐇𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐚𝐭 ₱𝟐𝟒.𝟗𝐁 𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) posted a n...
05/08/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐤’𝐬 𝟏𝐇𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐚𝐭 ₱𝟐𝟒.𝟗𝐁 𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) posted a net income of ₱24.9 billion in the first half of 2026. The results reflect a business environment that remained challenging for the banking industry, with Metrobank’s core businesses providing steady earnings through continued loan growth, stable margins, and modest fee income.

Read more here:
https://centralluzonbusinessweek.com/2026/08/05/metrobanks-1h26-income-steady-at-₱24-9b-amid-challenging-conditions/

MERALCO CONTINUES TO INVEST IN SMARTER METERING SOLUTIONS TO STRENGTHEN THE DISTRIBUTION NETWORKManuel V. Pangilinan-led...
05/08/2026

MERALCO CONTINUES TO INVEST IN SMARTER METERING SOLUTIONS TO STRENGTHEN THE DISTRIBUTION NETWORK

Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) continues to enhance its Elevated Metering Transformation (EMX), an evolution of its Elevated Metering Center (EMC), as part of the company's ongoing investments to modernize the distribution network through smarter and more secure metering technologies.

Integrated with Meralco's Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), EMX enables remote meter reading, disconnection and reconnection while providing better protection for metering facilities.

It also gives the company better visibility of the distribution network, allowing potential irregularities and pilferages to be identified earlier, and field activities to be carried out more efficiently.

These improvements strengthen the integrity of the metering system and support Meralco's continuing efforts to reduce avoidable non-technical losses while delivering reliable service to customers.

EMX is one of the many modernization initiatives supporting Meralco's broader grid modernization program. Together with other smart grid technologies, it helps strengthen the reliability and efficiency of the distribution network while supporting the company's long-term investments in delivering safe, reliable, and dependable electricity service to its more than eight million customers.

Meralco continues to invest in modern technologies and infrastructure to build a more resilient distribution network that can support the growing needs of its more than eight million customers.

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