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DTI agrees to mediate Global Steelworks issue

By Ma. Elisa Osorio  | July 20, 2007 - 12:00am

Business

Galvanizers complain about poor quality of steel produced by GSII

By Marianne V. Go | July 6, 2005 - 12:00am

The Filipino Galvanizers Institute Inc. (FGI) yesterday complained about the poor quality and inadequate volume of steel being produced by Global Steelworks International Inc. (GSII). According to FGI president...

Business

Government urged to review tax perks given to Global Steel

By Marianne V. Go | May 26, 2005 - 12:00am

The Filipino Galvanizers Institute Inc. (FGII) and the Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) yesterday urged President Arroyo to review the tax perks and incentives given to Global Steelworks International Inc....

Business

Filipino Galvanizers Institute warns of price increases for flat steel products

By Marianne V. Go | March 9, 2005 - 12:00am

The Filipino Galvanizers Institute Inc. (FGI) warned yesterday of a price increase for flat steel products due to a rise in prices of basic raw materials, particularly iron ore and coking coal. According to Salvio...

Business

GI sheet makers threaten to file suit vs NEDA body

July 23, 2001 - 12:00am

A group of local GI sheet manufacturers has threatened to file a suit against the Tariff and Related Matters Committee of the National Economic and Development Authority (TRM-NEDA) for allegedly favoring one company...

Business