CEBU CITY – The bullet-planting scheme called “tanim-bala” is not happening at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), Julius Neri Jr., general manager of the Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA), said. Neri made the assurance following the arrest of a 47-year-old female...
CEBU CITY – A 47-year-old female passenger was arrested after four bullets were found in her baggage during an inspection at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) on Thursday, March 27. FOUR bullets were found inside the bag of a female passenger at the Mactan-Cebu International...
CEBU CITY – Brace for impact. Panicky passengers heard those words from the public address system of Cebu Pacific Flight 5J 588 in what could be the longest eight minutes of their lives. The Manila-bound aircraft was forced to return to Cebu after encountering landing-gear issues mid-flight on...
Cebu Pacific, the country’s leading budget carrier, is set to launch direct flights between Cebu and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in April. In a statement on Thursday, Feb. 20, Cebu Pacific said flights will begin on April 7 and shall be available thrice a week—every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday....
Budget carrier Cebu Pacific flew over 5.6 million passengers to and from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) in 2024, accounting for nearly 50 percent of the airport’s total passenger traffic. MCIA saw 11.3 million passengers in 2024, a 13 percent markup from the previous year’s 10.03...
President Marcos has inaugurated the new P2.55-billion runway at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), the first and only parallel runway in the Philippines. Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) runway (RTVM) In his speech, Marcos labeled the inauguration of the runway on Thursday, Jan. 30,...
Megawide Construction Corporation has opted to completely divest its remaining minority stake in Aboitiz GMR Megawide Cebu Airport Corporation’s (AGMCAC) operator of the award-winning Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA) for P7.76 billion. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange,...
Alliance Global Group Inc. (AGI), the investment arm of tycoon Dr. Andrew Tan, is planning to develop a $300 million integrated resort and casino in Boracay in addition to its planned $400 million for a similar, but bigger, project in Mactan. In an interview during the Inside Asian Gaming...
Sheraton Cebu Mactan Since its opening in September 2022, Sheraton Cebu Mactan has become the premier destination for luxurious experiences on the island. It offers meaningful connections and elevated guest adventures, providing a holistic stay filled with memorable experiences. Situated on an...
A new transfer service system in the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) called “Cebu Connect” aims to cut layover time from an hour to 30 minutes or less. This project was part of MCIA’s operator Aboitiz InfraCapital GMR Megawide Cebu Airport Corporation (AGMCAC) plan to boost tourism...
Mactan Expo Center (Artist's perspective) Lapu-Lapu City in Cebu is well-known for its beautiful beaches, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality. Now, it has entered a new phase of development with the addition of a modern convention facility, the Mactan Expo Center. Property giant Megaworld...
The spirit of patriotism and nationalism are alive as President Marcos on Saturday, April 27, expressed admiration for how Filipinos are facing new challenges, including oppression, poverty, and hunger. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. leads the commemoration of the Victory at...
