via GRAPHIC PLUS — Nickel Asia Corporation, the Philippines’ largest producer of lateritic nickel ore and a growing player in green energy, has once again been included in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500, securing its place among the region’s largest and most influential companies for 2026.
NAC secured the 453rd spot on the 2026 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 list, climbing from 492nd place last year on the back of PHP 29.6 billion in 2025 revenue. With this achievement, NAC joins 41 other Philippine companies recognized among the region’s top performers.
“We are honored to be included once again in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 alongside many of the region’s leading companies,” said NAC President and CEO Martin Antonio G. Zamora.
“The opportunity to develop the country’s natural resources is a privilege we take seriously, and this recognition reflects our commitment to continuously improving our operations while delivering value for our stakeholders and host communities.”
NAC’s continued inclusion in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500 underscores its strong position within the region’s natural resources sector and reflects its commitment to operational excellence and sustainable growth.
As the Philippines’ leading nickel producer, NAC operates six operating mines and maintains a stake in the Taganito High-Pressure Acid Leach (HPAL) project. The company continues to invest in nickel, copper, and gold – resources that play a vital role in supporting industrial development and the global green energy transition.
Through its renewable energy subsidiary, Emerging Power Inc. (EPI), the company continues to expand its portfolio of solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects, further strengthening its contribution to the country’s sustainable development.
The Fortune Southeast Asia 500 ranks the region’s largest companies by revenue and recognizes enterprises that contribute significantly to Southeast Asia’s economic growth and development.
