Twin Presidential Awards of TVIRD Group underscore vibrant, resilient mining communities

Celebrating people-centered progress and sustainable growth in mining

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During the mining industry's yearly red carpet ceremony for excellence in environmental management and safety, TVI Resource Development Philippines Inc. (TVIRD) once again celebrated a double victory as its Siana Gold Project and Balabag Gold and Silver Project were both feted with the Presidential Mineral Industry Environment Award a coveted distinction among the country's major players who gathered in Baguio City for the annual sortie.

Its maiden Canatuan Gold-Silver/Copper-Zinc Project was a Platinum and Titanium Awardee during its early years, while its recent Agata Nickel Laterite Project was honored with the Presidential Award three times by the Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association. Agata also went on to comer an ASEAN Mineral Award - its first international award - placing next to the behemoth PT Antam of Indonesia.

"The burden of responsibility is bequeathed upon a mining company... We embrace this responsibility and have integrated this into our plans for overall development."

- TVIRD President Michael G. Regino

In line with tradition, the event was held at the CAP Convention Center last Friday, November 21, culminating the weeklong Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference, which gathered thousands of participants from the local extractives industry and its allied service providers.

The event's vast participation was driven by the resurgence of mining in the Philippines. This revival can be attributed to several factors, including robust global markets and legislative support through a new fiscal regime, which has significantly contributed to restoring trust, confidence, and stability in an industry that was previously kept at arm's length.