ROSARIO, AGUSAN DEL SUR - As part of its continued commitment to strengthening the capabilities of its Security and Enforcement Group (SEG), Philsaga Mining Corporation (PMC) hosted a specialized Improvised Explosive Device (IED) orientation and live detonation demonstration on June 5, 2025, at the SEG Office. The training formed part of the ongoing License to Exercise Security Profession (LESP) program, with the Philippine Army's Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Battalion serving as guest trainers.

Fire Prevention Month at the PMC Mine Covered Court, themed “Sa Pag-iwas sa Sunog, Hindi ka Nag-iisa.” Organized by the Safety and Health Department, with key figures including For. Gladess Dianne Buot-TLCR Manager, Safety and Health Manager Engr. Clement Chiu, Vice President for Operations Lorenz Emmanuel Almazar, and Resident Manager Engr. Alvin Castaños

The Fire Square Roadshow, held at Bayugan City, was part of Fire Prevention Month and aimed to enhance fire safety awareness while encouraging collaboration among public safety sectors.

The first cycle of the EMS Internal Audit for 2025 was successfully conducted over ten days, led by Engr. Shailene B. Padogdog and Engr. Mark Angelo M. Agustin as lead auditors.

Led by PMC/MMPRC Vice President Engr. A. Cortes and Resident Manager Engr. Alvin B. Castaños, key stakeholders – including representatives from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Regional Office, Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), Indigenous Peoples groups, local government units (municipal and barangay), the Provincial Government Office, and various non-government organizations – were invited to have a meaningful discussion on the relevant views on the environmental, social and economic impact of the planned expansion. The issues and concerns raised during the Public Scoping will be carefully considered in decision-making, ensuring that mitigation measures, development benefits, and opportunities for affected communities are effectively addressed.

A new Tribal Monitoring Station was recently inaugurated in Sitio Nangka, Bunawan, Agusan del Sur, marking a significant step in collaborative environmental stewardship. The event, headed by Hawodon Rolito S. Penaloga, saw the presence of Philsaga Mining Corporation's (PMC) Vice President Engr. Ferdinand A. Cortes and Resident Manager Engr. Alvin B. Castaños, alongside the Municipal Vice Mayor Hon. Gilbert G. Elorde, underscored the importance of partnership.