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The inspiring history of the company reveals a potent
organization with a distinct capability to overcome and survive extremely
difficult circumstances, such as World War II, countless natural disasters,
political upheavals and cyclical economic conditions. Over the past 100 years,
Benguet has built up its professional reputation as the colossus of Philippine
mining. This is evident in its hardy pioneering spirit, introducing modern
technology and innovative mining practices which have become models of the
industry, through its mutually beneficial labor relations and support for its
workforce and families to build better lives and progressive communities.
Through corporate consolidation and forward-looking management strategies, the
company hurdled each time, the obstacles of growth to become the company's
premier mining company for the most part of 20th century. This can be credited
to its enlightened and competent leaders and its pool of dedicated and talented
employees, who have distinguished themselves in the industry.
Benguet Corporation will continue to do what it knows and does best which is
natural resource development. Aside from its core business of mining and mineral
exploration, the company and its subsidiaries will be actively engaged in land
and water resource development, construction, engineering and technical
services, forest management and eco-tourism, while maintaining its interest in
allied industries such as steel casting, trucking and warehouse management, and
trading. For the 21st century, Benguet Corporation has set its vision to
be the leading total natural resource development and services conglomerate,
imbued with zest and determination to transform its assets into trailblazing
projects that build upon the heritage of the Company |
