Global Ferronickel Holdings, Inc. (FNI), a premier nickel ore producer in the Philippines, proudly announces its significant achievement at the prestigious 2025 Asian Legal Business (ALB) Southeast Asia Law Awards. The awards ceremony, held recently in Singapore, recognized FNI for its outstanding legal prowess and commitment to excellence.
FNI was honored with the coveted In-House Team of the Year (Construction and Real Estate) award, underscoring the strength and expertise of its legal department in a highly competitive regional landscape. This top accolade follows a series of impressive recognitions for the company.
In addition to the main award, FNI also secured finalist placements in three other key categories at the 2025 ALB Southeast Asia Law Awards:
- Energy and Resources In-House Team of the Year (Top 5)
- Woman Lawyer of the Year (In-House) (Top 6) – Ms. Eveart Grace P. Claro
- Fintech Lawyer of the Year (Top 15) – Mr. Leo Ernesto Thomas G. Romero
These regional distinctions build upon FNI’s strong performance at the 2024 ALB Philippine Law Awards, where the company also received significant honors, including:
- In-House Team of the Year (Construction and Real Estate) – Winner
- Philippine In-House Team of the Year – Finalist
- Philippine In-House Lawyer of the Year (Top 5) – Mr. Noel B. Lazaro
- In-House Team of the Year (Innovation) – Finalist
Mr. Noel B. Lazaro, FNI Chief Legal Counsel, expressed his gratitude, stating, “Credit belongs to the broader FNI family—especially those who cut through the overburden with quiet resolve, steadfastly upholding our values through consistent action.”
The ALB Awards, organized by Thomson Reuters, are renowned for celebrating exceptional legal talent and innovation throughout Asia. FNI’s consecutive accolades at both the Philippine and Southeast Asia levels highlight the company’s steadfast dedication to integrity, robust corporate governance, and sustainable growth within the industry.
