About Us

The PHILIPPINE NICKEL INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION, INC., or PNIA is a non-stock non-profit association duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Established in 2012, PNIA was organized to promote and develop the nickel mining industry in the country, aiming to represent the Philippine nickel industry as the single voice to champion its cause with various stakeholders.

PNIA believes in responsible and sustainable mining and giving back to the communities that have entrusted the care of their land to mining companies. Given that the mining industry sector is a major backbone of the Philippine economy, PNIA believes that both the government and the private sector play significant roles as partners in developing this segment of the economy.

PNIA believes that the joint efforts of government and the private sector should be continuous and always aimed at revitalizing and developing mining in a manner that balances economic, environmental, and social objectives. PNIA also firmly advocates for self-regulation and sharing of best practices between and among key stakeholders of the mining industry.

PNIA is committed to inspire, uplift, and promote the best mining practices within the local industry while building recognition of its contribution to local communities and society at large

Our Vision is to position the nickel development industry as a globally competitive and responsible driver of inclusive and sustainable economic growth in the Philippines.

Our Mission is to:

• Provide timely industry information to promote enhanced industry transparency
• Promote informed conversations about nickel industry
• Create a mutually-beneficial policy and regulatory environment
• Facilitate the sharing of best practices among members that will strengthen standards of nickel mining operations and sustainable development programs
• Promote trust-based and mutually beneficial relations with all stakeholders
• Support research and development in the field of nickel mining
• Enable partnerships that will promote the collective growth of the industry and its stakeholders

We have five (5) Values that guide our work and how we interact with others:

Proactive. We will strive to be 10-steps ahead.
Mutual-respect. We seek shared goals and ideals in stakeholder engagements.
Integrity. We lead by example and practice what we preach.
Leadership. We will strive to be acknowledged as a role model.
Inclusive. We believe that no one should be left behind.