BY LEANDER C. DOMINGO
THE Nueva Vizcaya-based FCF Minerals Corporation visited Agata Mining Ventures Inc. (AMVI) and Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) for benchmarking.
FCF’s benchmarking team comprised representatives from the Mines and Geosciences Bureau in Region 2, Barangay Runruno officials, the Final Mine Rehabilitation and Decommissioning Plan (FMRDP) Committee, and FCF Community Relations staff.
Rodalyn Arcebal, FCF Information, Communication, and Education supervisor, said the team embarked on their learning visit to gather valuable insights for the development of FCF’s comprehensive mine decommissioning plan.
“The initiative is part of FCF’s commitment to align its end-of-mine-life strategies with industry regulations and sustainable development principles,” Arcebal added.
During the visit, Jesalyn Guingguing, the Tubay, Agusan del Norte-based AMVI’s overall FMRDP head, shared their company’s experiences in preparing and implementing their decommissioning plan.
Highlighting not only the processes and best practices but also the challenges encountered along the way, Guingguing emphasized that while AMVI is now in its third year of FMRDP implementation, the team continues to learn and improve.
“We are confident that with community support and consistent effort, AMVI will achieve its rehabilitation goals,” she added.
Meanwhile, the Claver, Surigao del Norte-based TMC also showcased its best practices, particularly in the implementation of its Social Development and Management Program (SDMP).
“The FCF team also had the opportunity to visit several community projects supported by TMC, gaining firsthand knowledge of effective strategies for community engagement and sustainable development,” Arcebal said.
She noted that this benchmarking activity marks another step in FCF Minerals Corporation’s ongoing journey to responsible mining and community partnership, as the company prepares for the transition toward mine closure and post-mining sustainability.
“FCF remains steadfast in its goal to conduct mining operations that are both responsible and beneficial to its host community and the environment,” Arcebal said.