Nickel Asia Corporation

Leading the Transition to Clean Energy and Resource Mining

Nickel Asia Corporation (NAC) stands as the largest producer of nickel ore in the Philippines and one of the premier natural resource enterprises in Southeast Asia. Operating across major mining concessions in Surigao del Norte, Palawan, Dinagat Islands, Isabela and Tacloban, the company plays a pivotal role in fueling global industrial supply chains, advanced manufacturing, and the global transition toward renewable energy and electric vehicles. Beyond raw material extraction, NAC maintains strategic equity investments in the country’s only High-Pressure Acid Leach (HPAL) processing facilities, developed in partnership with Japan’s Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd. enabling the domestic transformation of low-grade ore into high-value mixed nickel-cobalt sulfide intermediate products. Furthermore, the company is actively expanding into clean energy development through its renewable energy subsidiary, NAC Energy. Driven by an unwavering commitment to operational excellence, safety, and community upliftment, the organization serves as a major driver of regional employment and national economic growth.

Pioneering Environmental Stewardship and Progressive Land Reclamation

At the core of Nickel Asia Corporation’s corporate philosophy is a commitment to environmental stewardship, rehabilitation, and biodiversity conservation. Rather than waiting until the end of mining operations, the company implements progressive land rehabilitation of mined-out areas, including the use of endemic plant species to help restore natural ecosystems. Its environmental programs include reforestation, nursery and agrofarm operations, biodiversity conservation, and continuous monitoring of rehabilitated and protected areas. NAC’s operating companies also implements water control and siltation management measures, including the installation of water control structures and in-house and third-party monitoring of surface and downstream water bodies to help preserve water quality and minimize impacts on local ecosystems and communities. In 2025, NAC reported 114.26 hectares of land rehabilitated during the year and 1,204.60 hectares cumulatively rehabilitated across its operations, with ₱65.98 million allocated to reforestation, including maintenance activities.

Empowering Host Communities and Elevating Social Development

Nickel Asia Corporation operates under the fundamental principle that resource developmentmust directly enrich the lives of host communities and surrounding indigenous cultural communities. Guided by its commitment to sustainable communities, NAC’s operating companies implement Social Development and Management Programs (SDMP) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives focused on education, livelihood development, healthcare access, and the protection of Indigenous Peoples’ rights. In areas of its operations with Indigenous Cultural Communities, the company also supports Ancestral Domains Sustainable Development and Protection Plans (ADSDPP) and programs that promote indigenous education, cultural heritage, and traditions.

The company’s community investments include scholarships, healthcare programs, infrastructure development, livelihood assistance, and local employment opportunities. Through these programs and its engagement with host communities, Indigenous Peoples, local government units, and other stakeholders, NAC seeks to strengthen community resilience and support sustainable development beyond the life of its mining operations.

Championing ESG Excellence, Innovation, and Corporate Governance

Recognizing that its workforce, host communities, and natural environment are integral to its long-term sustainability, Nickel Asia Corporation embeds environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles across its operations. The company invests in employee development through program such as the OneNAC Academy, leadership development initiatives, technical conventions, and occupational health and safety trainings. Furthermore, NAC also maintains structured stakeholder engagement and corporate governance practices supported by policies and oversight mechanisms. The organization engages regularly with government regulators, host communities, Indigenous Peoples, and other stakeholders to address concerns and incorporate stakeholder perspectives into decision-making. Its Board of Directors, Sustainability Committee, and Board Risk Oversight Committee provide oversight of ESG-related matters, reinforcing the company’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and responsible business practices. Through these integrated efforts, Nickel Asia Corporation continues to advance responsible and sustainable mining in the region.