DOE Underscores E-Safety in the Power Sector

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ENERGY SAFETY FIRST: The Department of Energy and the Manila Electric Company met on 27 July to synergize efforts that ensure electrical safety in the Philippine power sector. In the photo are Energy Undersecretary Felix William B. Fuentebella (center) and MERALCO Vice President and Head of the Organizational Safety and Resiliency Office, Engineer Antonio Abuel Jr. (center-right), the DOE's technical staff, representatives from the MERALCO Power Academy and the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers.

As part of continuing efforts to promote electrical safety practices in the country, the Department of Energy (DOE), the Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) and key experts met to discuss the Kuryenteng Ligtas Program (K-Ligtas) which enhances the E-Safety principle under the DOE’s E-Power Mo Movement on 27 July at the agency’s headquarters in Taguig City.

“We are working towards an energy safe and resilient Philippines. To do this, we constantly dialogue with our partners to collaborate our efforts towards the promotion of having an energy efficient lifestyle for our consumers,” DOE Secretary Alfonso G. Cusi said. 

DOE Undersecretary Felix William B. Fuentebella and MERALCO Vice President and Head of the Organizational Safety and Resiliency Office, Engr. Antonio Abuel Jr. led the meeting. The K-Ligtas Program of MERALCO recognizes exemplary programs and work practices of various organizations through the Electrical Safety Awards (LINK:http://bit.ly/K-LigtasAwards). K-Ligtas also cites contributions from various sectors on the safe use of electricity that could serve as models for all energy stakeholders. It also seeks the practices that may be adopted by different communities and groups for their own benefit.

The parties further discussed the DOE’s Resiliency Policy, which requires energy players to submit their respective Resiliency Compliance Plans. Usec. Fuentebella said such plans will be incorporated in succeeding policies to improve the country’s energy resiliency standards.

Given the extensive experience of MERALCO in power distribution, the Undersecretary asked the MERALCO Power Academy to initiate the discussions towards a policy on electrical safety standards.

Also present were representatives from the MERALCO Power Academy, the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers and the DOE Electric Power Industry Management Bureau (EPIMB).

PhilBike Expo 2018 to Highlight Pinoy Bikers and Cyclists

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All bikers, cyclists, and other bike enthusiasts and future bike owners will once again gather together at the World Trade Center in Pasay city for another run of PhilBike Expo - said to be the biggest bike event not only in the country but even recognized beyond the Philippines. They have proudly announced thst they also have a big following even on social media..

Remember the date of September 7 to 9 because this latest event run will have many activities and product displays in the expo. The three day event will culminate with an awarding

At the press conference held at Annabel's Tomas Morato in Quezon City, the organizers have informed the media attendees that they will now focus on the Pinoy bikers instead of what they've done in the past where foreign bikers were highlighted.

This time, they've partnered with local bike organizations involved in advocacy movements where biking is involved. They've also identified beneficiaries to eventually receive possible donations.

They've also prepared 5 activities or programs that would keep everyone busy all thoughout the 3-day event.

Below is the official press release for the detailed information about the event highlights.

Also below are some photos from the previous runs of Philbike Expo.

Official Press Release:

Last July 27, a kickoff event for PHILBIKE EXPO was held at MARKET MARKET, the official venue partner of BIKE LABAN AUDITION. Hosted by the Internet Viral Queen, Comedian, and TV host, KALADKAREN DAVILA with beauty queen JANELA CUATON as her co-host, BIKE LABAN AUDITION was filled with entertainment, laughter and great performances from BIKE LABAN first batch of auditionees. 

PHILBIKE EXPO is the only international-standard platform in the country dedicated to the development and continuing growth of the local cycling and all other cycling-related (health, fitness, recreation and active lifestyles) enterprise. From its conception in 2014, Philbike has been moving towards infinite cycles of evolution to uplift the Philippine Cycling Industry and Communities into greater heights.

The theme this year is “BIKE as ONE.” It aims to unite the cycling community in promoting a more active and healthier lifestyle. 

PHIILBIKE advocates for national and local government laws, with participation of communities and private entities, adoption and support for improved bike infrastructures, for safety and convenience of bikers/cyclists, in places where bicycles can impact peoples’ lives and contribute to the betterment of their communities. This is not just to support alternative mode of transport and commuting but creating and developing industries that would be economically viable and beneficial to the locals. With the growth of bike commuters, we actively preserve and conserve our environment. 

Bantay Kalikasan of ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation and CCF's Godspeed Bike Ministry are PHILBIKE EXPO's beneficiaries this year. With the help of NBS College, Philbike will grant 4 College Scholarships to qualified senior high school students from the school beneficiaries of God Speed Bike Ministry. Part of the proceeds of PHILBIKE EXPO will also fund the environmental projects of Bantay Kalikasan.

This 2018, there will be 5 event highlights at PHILBIKE EXPO: (1) KOMEDYA AT BISIKLETA, a stand-up comedy act endorsing biking as an active lifestyle; (2) JERICHO RIDE, 300 riders from Godspeed Ministry will ride for specific worthy purpose and circle World Trade Center; (3) MUSIC LANE, a night of celebration and appreciation for all participants; (4) PHILBIKE AWARDS, recognition of personalities and Cities/Municipalities that impacted and contributed greatly to the Cycling Community;  (5) BIKE LABAN, a unique competition of mixed-bike and artistic skills challenge for Pinoy Kapadyaks. 

Aside from these 5 event highlights, Seminars about Balance and Momentum: Life Lessons in Cycling, The Joys and Thrills of Biking as One, Philippines as an International Cycling Hub, Biking/Cycling Infrastructures in the Philippines, and many more.

PHILBIKE EXPO 2018 will be held at World Trade Center Metro Manila on SEPTEMBER 7, 8, and 9 from 10am to 9PM. More than 100 brands of cycling and related industries will be at the Expo. Get up to 80 percent discount on selected items! This is the time to buy your DREAM BICYCLES and BIKE ACCESSORIES! 

For nominations in Philbike Awards, interested participants of Jericho Ride, interested Kapadyaks for Bike Laban, and interested exhibitors (Bicycle and Other Related Industries distributors/manufacturers) for PHILBIKE EXPO 2018, emailinfo@philbike.ph or call 6715528. For tickets and more details, visit www.philbike.ph or www.philbike-expo.com. Follow PHILBIKE EXPO's facebook, twitter, and instagram account @philbikeexpo.

See you all at WORLD TRADE CENTER METRO MANILA on SEPTEMBER 7, 8, and 9 for PHILBIKE EXPO 2018!

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Araneta Center’s Gateway Mall 2

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Areneta Group officials and executives from partner Megawide Construction Corporation led the ceremonial groundbreaking and time capsule laying at the site of the new mall on Tuesday, July 31.
Araneta Group officials and executives from partner Megawide Construction Corporation led the ceremonial groundbreaking and time capsule laying at the site of the new mall on Tuesday, July 31.

The activity was led by senior officials from Araneta Center, Inc., namely SVP-Operations Mr. Antonio T. Mardo, SVP-Business Development Mr. John B. Castelo, VP-Leasing Ms. Lorna D. Fabian, VP-Materials Management Mr. Noel B. Leonor, Head of Architecture & Engineering Ms. Bernadette M. Tan, Senior Management Consultant Mr. Rowell Recinto, and Management Consultant-Architecture & Engineering Ms. Julie I. Castro; among others.

Officials from partner Megawide Construction Corporation, AVP Mr. Romeo Furigay, and EVP Mr. Ronald Paulo, were also on hand for the event.

In an interview with media reps, Araneta Center Inc. SVP-Operations Mr. Antonio Mardo noted that the new mall complements its award-winning predecessor. “We needed more space to accommodate more of the retail operators and F&B (food and beverage) operators in the country,” he said.

In his opening speech, Senior Management Consultant Mr. Rowell Recinto pointed out that Gateway Mall 2 is the latest project in the Araneta Center’s redevelopments, and with it, “The Center continues to build on its pioneering heritage in shopping and entertainment developments.”

Recinto added, “We are still committed to continue to enhance Araneta Center to become a more vibrant community” and that Gateway Mall 2 enhances the Center’s position as a leading edge lifestyle hub with its welcoming design, extensive shopping and dining offerings, and pampering public spaces.

Aside from offering vast spaces for retail and F&B operators, the Gateway Mall 2 will also have a state-of-the-art Cineplex, an organic vegetable garden where shoppers can have the farm-to-table experience, a spacious activity area, a unique food hall, and a 500-seater, fully air-conditioned iconic chapel.

The mall, which will be connected to the Smart Araneta Coliseum and the Farmers Plaza, is expected to open in the third quarter of 2020.

Adjacent to the new mall will be the first Ibis Styles hotel in the country. It will be operated by AccorHotels, the same team behind the Novotel Manila Araneta Center, and is expected to attract guests with its charming design and topnotch service.

The groundbreaking and capsule laying event was also attended by Binibining Pilipinas winners Miss Universe Philippines Catriona Gray, Binibining Pilipinas International Ma. Ahtisa Manalo, Binibining Pilipinas Supranational Jehza Huelar, Binibining Pilipinas Grand International Eva Patalinjug, Binibining Pilipinas Globe Michele Gumabao, first runner-up Vickie Rushton and second runner-up Samantha Bernardo.


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Groundbreaking1: The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by (from left): Binibining Pilipinas 2018 2nd Runner-up Samantha Bernardo, Binibining Pilipinas Supranational 2018 Jehza Huelar, Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2018 Michele Gumabao, Miss Universe Philippines 2018 Catriona Gray, Mr. Earl Jason R. Vistro (VP-Procurement, Megawide Construction Corp.), Mr. Antonio T. Mardo (ACI SVP-Operations), Mr. Romeo Furigay (AVP, Megawide Construction Corp.), Mr. Rowell Recinto (ACI Senior Management Consultant), Mr. Ronald Paulo (EVP, Megawide Construction Corp.), Mr. John B. Castelo (ACI SVP-Business Development), Noel B. Leonor (ACI VP-Materials Management) Mr. J.D. Rex Ocampo (Director, Aidea Philippines design company), Mr. Arturo D. Racelis (Owner/Principal, AMCON, project and construction managers), Binibining Pilipinas International 2018 Ahtisa Manalo, Binibining Pilipinas Grand International 2018 Eva Patalinjug, and Binibining Pilipinas 2018 1st Runner-up Vicky Rushton.

Groundbreaking2: The laying of the time capsule at the Gateway Mall 2 site, participated in by Araneta Center, Inc senior executives, and officials of Megawide Construction Corp.