BIZ BUZZ: Woggle back on track
After weeks of tension in Nueva Vizcaya, Woggle Corp., an affiliate of FCF Minerals, is back on the ground in Dupax del Norte—this time with a court-issued temporary restraining order (TRO) clearing the way for its mineral exploration work.
The TRO issued on Oct. 18 had authorized the Philippine National Police to remove barricades of antimining groups to allow Woggle to continue mineral exploration operations.
Woggle insists that it remains in the exploration stage—“no mining, no extraction”—with general manager Lorne Harvey adding that the mining company’s work is “governed by law, guided by science, and built on respect.”
“We are committed to transparency and to sharing accurate information about our operations,” said Harvey, who denied claims of “misleading” consultations.
That said, Woggle said it would continue to have community dialogues on the belief that its real test now is winning hearts, not just court orders.
