The mining industry’s commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and social development took center stage at the 70th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference (ANMSEC) Awards Night and Testimonial Dinner, held on November 22, 2024, at the CAP – John Hay Trade & Cultural Center Main Hall A & B, Baguio City.
With hundreds of industry stakeholders in attendance, the event celebrated the top performers in the mineral industry through the bestowment of prestigious awards, such as the Presidential Mineral Industry Environmental Award (PMIEA), the Best Mining Forest Contest (BMFC), and the Safest Mines Award (SMA).
Presidential Mineral Industry Environmental Award
In accordance with Executive Order No. 399, Series of 1997, the Presidential Mineral Industry Environmental Award (PMIEA) is presented annually to mining companies that have demonstrated exceptional achievements in key areas of safety and health management, environmental stewardship, and social development (SHES).
This prestigious award symbolizes excellence, recognizing those who lead the way in responsible mining practices. To ensure a fair and thorough evaluation, the PMIEA Selection Committee (PMIEASC) and Technical Secretariat, supported by its Technical Working Group (TWG), conducted an extensive assessment and onsite validation process. From September 16 to October 25, 2024, the PMIEASC and its TWG meticulously reviewed the accomplishments and commitments of twenty-seven (27) mining and mineral processing companies from across the Philippines.
This year’s award was presented to thirteen (13) mining and mineral processing companies, which stood out for their commitment to reducing their environmental impact, ensuring mine safety and health, improving their rehabilitation practices, and fostering community development. The 2024 PMIEA awardees are as follows:
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CATEGORY |
COMPANY |
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Surface Mining Operation |
Cagdianao Mining Corporation (Operator of MPSA No. 078-97-XIII (SMR) of East Coast Mineral Resources Co., Inc.) |
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Carrascal Nickel Corporation (Operator of MPSA No. 243-2007-XIII-SMR of CTP Construction and Mining Corp.) |
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CTP Construction and Mining Corporation – Adlay Mining Project |
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CTP Construction and Mining Corporation – Dahican Nickel Project |
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FCF Minerals Corporation |
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Hinatuan Mining Corporation – Tagana-an |
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Taganito Mining Corporation |
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Quarry Operation |
Eagle Cement Corporation |
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Northern Cement Corporation |
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Republic Cement & Building Materials, Inc. – Bulacan |
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Republic Cement & Building Materials, Inc. – Teresa |
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Republic Cement Mindanao, Inc. |
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Mineral Processing Operation |
Coral Bay Nickel Corporation |
The PMIEASC also awarded the Platinum and Titanium Achievement Awards to qualified mining and mineral processing companies that did not meet the required rating for the PMIEA but attained a high degree of SHES performance. The PMIEASC Achievement Awardees are the following:
PMIEASC Platinum Awardees
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CATEGORY |
COMPANY |
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Surface Mining Operation |
Carmen Copper Corporation (Operator of MPSA No. 210-2005-VII and MPSA No. 264-2008-VII of Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corporation) |
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Filminera Resources Corporation |
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Platinum Group Metals Corp. (Operator of MPSA No. 007-92-X-Amended I of Surigao Integrated Resources Corporation) |
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Rio Tuba Nickel Mining Corporation – Nickel Mining Project |
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Zambales Diversified Metals Corporation |
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Quarry Operation |
Helix Mining and Development Corp. – Davao |
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Helix Mining and Development Corp. – La Union |
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Helix Resources and Development Corp. |
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Solid North Mineral Corp. |
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Mineral Processing Operation |
Philippine Mining Service Corporation – Alcoy Plant |
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Philippine Mining Service Corporation – Bohol Plant |
PMIEASC Titanium Awardees
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CATEGORY |
COMPANY |
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Surface Mining Operation |
Dinapigue Mining Corporation |
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Quarry Operation |
Bohol Limestone Corporation |
Best Mining Forest Contest
Another highlight of the conference was the Best Mining Forest Contest (BMFC), adhering to DENR Administrative Order (DAO) No. 22, series of 1989, and NEC Resolution No. 2005-02, which recognizes mining and mineral processing companies for their reforestation and environmental rehabilitation initiatives.
Under the Mining Forest Program, the Best Mining Forest Contest (BMFC) is part of the government’s initiative to address deforestation and promote biodiversity conservation, showcasing how mining and mineral processing plant operations can play a positive role in environmental restoration.
This year’s winners were celebrated for their successful reforestation efforts. The 2024 BMFC awardees are the following:
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CATEGORY |
COMPANY |
AWARD |
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Metallic Category |
Cagdianao Mining Corporation (Operator of MPSA No. 078-97-XIII (SMR) of East Coast Mineral Resources Co., Inc.) |
Winner |
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Platinum Group Metals Corporation (Operator of MPSA No. 007-92-X-Amended I of Surigao Integrated Resources Corporation) |
First Runner-up |
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OceanaGold Philippines, Inc. (FTAA No. 001) |
Second Runner-up |
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Taganito Mining Corporation (MPSA No. 266-2008-XIII-SMR Amended) |
Second Runner-up |
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Carrascal Nickel Corporation (MPSA No. 243-2007-XIII-SMR) |
Third Runner-up |
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Non-Metallic Category |
Republic Cement & Building Materials, Inc. - Bulacan (MPSA No. 026-94-III) |
Winner |
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Eagle Cement Corporation (MPSA No. 181-2002-III) |
First Runner-up |
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Republic Cement & Building Materials, Inc. - Teresa (MPSA No. 138-99-IV) |
Second Runner-up |
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Solid North Mineral Corporation (MPSA No. 161-2000-III) |
Third Runner-up |
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Mineral Processing Plant Category |
Coral Bay Nickel Corporation (MPP No. 006-2004-IVB) |
Winner |
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Philippine Mining Service Corporation - Alcoy Plant (MPP No. 007-2005-VII) |
First Runner-up |
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Exploration Category |
Philex Mining Corporation (MPSA No. 156-2000-CAR and 157-2000-CAR) |
Winner |
Safest Mines Award
Safety remains a top priority in the mining industry and the Safest Mines Award (SMA) honors mining and mineral processing companies that uphold the highest safety standards in their operations. The award also recognized the company’s safety protocols and commitment to the health and well-being of its workers, training programs for all personnel, and cutting-edge safety practices to protect its workforce. The summary of 2024 SMA awardees is as follows:
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CATEGORY |
COMPANY |
AWARD |
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Safest Surface Mining Operation Award |
FCF Minerals Corporation |
Winner |
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Carrascal Nickel Corporation |
Runner-up |
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Safest Quarry Operation Award |
Republic Cement Mindanao, Inc. |
Winner |
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Republic Cement and Building Materials, Inc. - Bulacan |
Runner-up |
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Safest Mineral Processing - Extraction Category Award |
Coral Bay Nickel Corporation |
Winner |
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Safest Mineral Processing - Calcining Plant Category Award |
BMC-Forestry Corporation |
Winner |
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Safest Mineral Processing - Crushing Plant Category Award |
Pinagpala PT Aggregates Corporation |
Winner |
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Philippine Mining Service Corp. - Alcoy Plant |
Runner-up |
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Most Improved Safety Performance |
Dinapigue Mining Corporation |
Winner |
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Safest Mining Operation |
FCF Minerals Corporation |
Winner |
Further, the individuals who have made significant contributions to the mining industry’s safety were also celebrated. The Mine’s Best Personalities Awards were presented to outstanding individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and a relentless commitment to advancing safe and sustainable mining operations. The awardees for Best Mine’s Personalities are the following:
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BEST SAFETY INSPECTOR |
CATEGORY |
COMPANY |
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Grace D. Millan |
Surface |
Rio Tuba Nickel Mining Corp. |
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Benedict Jess M. Lucero |
Plant |
Philippine Mining Service Corp. - Alcoy Plant |
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BEST MINE/PLANT SUPERVISOR |
CATEGORY |
COMPANY |
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April Joy M. Delola |
Surface |
Cagdianao Mining Corporation |
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Aimee Layson Polanco |
Plant |
Coral Bay Nickel Corporation |
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BEST MINER/OPERATOR |
CATEGORY |
COMPANY |
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Jennifer Q. Inting |
Surface |
Hinatuan Mining Corporation |
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Krizthel Lourdes A. Amanca |
Plant |
Coral Bay Nickel Corporation |
As the conference ended, DENR Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga's collective message was clear: mining can coexist with environmental protection, and the industry’s future must be rooted in sustainability, safety, and responsible resource management. The winners of the 2024 PMIEA, the BMFC, and the SMA serve as exemplary models, leading the way on a promising path towards creating a balance between the mining industry's growth and environmental conservation in the country.
By: Mine Safety, Environment and Social Development Division
Please see the attached PDF below for photos capturing key moments from the event.
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 70th ANMSEC Awards Night Photos |