PSME Negros Occidental Chapter

18/05/2026

Chapter Annual Family Day

The Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers - Negros Occidental Chapter held its Annual Family Day on May 17, 2026 at La Vista J & E Private Resort.

The whole day activity was attended by Chapter officers, past presidents members and ladies circle and their families who gather to enjoy the festive atmosphere and venue where each family brought their share of mouthwatering foods.

This annual Family Day is also a respite from work and to enjoy the summer season. Just like every year, this gathering is one of the most memorable stress-relieving activities of the chapter.

16/05/2026

Huge thank you to URC SURE - LA CARLOTA
for hosting the Plant tour and 5th Board meeting at the.millsite
May 16, 2026

09/05/2026

Oath Ceremony of the New Professional Mechanical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers and Certified Plant Mechanics
May 3, 2026
Acacia Hotel, Bacolod City

09/05/2026

Oath taking Ceremony of the New Professional Mechanical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers and Certified Plant Mechanics
May 3, 2026
Acacia Hotel, Bacolod City

09/05/2026

The Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (PSME) - Negros Occidental Chapter in coordination with the Professional Regulation Commission ( PRC) Region VI conducted the face to face Oath taking Ceremony of the New Professional Mechanical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers and Certified Plant Mechanics on May 3, 2026 at the Convention Hall of Acacia Hotel, Bacolod City.

There were 179 new professionals who formally took their oath which consist of 6 Professional Mechanical Engineers, 172 Mechanical Engineers and 1 Certified Plant Mechanic. Officers and Past Presidents of the PSME - Negros Occidental Chapter, deans and representatives of the different engineering schools in Negros Occidental along with the parents and loved ones of the oath takers gathered to witness the memorable and significant event.

Hon. Ramon F. Solis, member of the Professional Regulatory Board of Mechanical Engineering was the Keynote Speaker and also administered the Oath of Professionals. Mr. Brian Demegillo of PRC Region VI congratulated the new professionals in behalf of Regional Director Rommel Balisang of PRC RO VI.

PSME - Negros Occidental Chapter awarded a Certificate of Recognition to the Technological University of the Philippines - Visayas ( TUPV ) for having ranked 2nd Top Performing school in the February 2026 Licensure Examination for Mechanical Engineers.

Engr. Ronnie D. Maligmat, the PSME National Vice-President for Visayas inducted the new members and welcome them to PSME, the PRC Accredited Integrated Professional Organization (AIPO) of Mechanical Engineers and Certified Plant Mechanics.

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05/05/2026

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In a time where different groups emerge, it’s important to stay grounded on what is established, recognized, and mandated. There is only 𝗢𝗡𝗘 Accredited Integrated Professional Organization (AIPO) for Mechanical Engineers in the Philippines.

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28/04/2026

To all oath takers!
Venue of Oath taking Ceremony on May 3, 2026 will be at
ACACIA HOTEL, Bacolod City

24/04/2026

📌 Oath taking Ceremony of the new Professional Mechanical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers and Certified Plant Mechanics

🗓MAY 3, 2026
3: 00 P.M
Convention Hall, ACACIA HOTEL
Bacolod City

18/04/2026

Thank you Sagay Central Inc. for hosting
the 4th Board Meeting
April 18, 2026
Planta Hotel

14/03/2026

Thank you Hawaiian Philippine Company for hosting the 3rd Board meeting

March 14, 2026
HPCO millsite

01/03/2026

The PSME - Negros Occidental Chapter on its 56th years of continued service to its members conducted a PME upgrade mentoring on February 28, 2026 at Business Inn, Bacolod City.

PME Committee Chairman, Engr. Glorybelle Y. Galinèa guided the fourteen (14) PME aspirants who attended the orientation from the requirements up to the preparation of their technical report. Past Chapter Presidents, Engr. Pascualito P. Banasig and Engr. Rodolfo S. Galinea, Jr.shared their personal experiences and also gave valuable advices to the aspirants.