BAGUIO CITY, PHILIPPINES β The Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers (PIChE) Eastern Visayas Chapter (PIChE EVC) marked a significant milestone with its first official participation as a newly unified chapter at the 87th PIChE National Convention, held on September 16β18, 2026, in Baguio City.
The convention was successfully organized by the PIChE Baguio-Benguet Chapter and PIChE Bataan Chapter, bringing together chemical engineers, students, industry professionals, and leaders from across the country for three days of learning, professional engagement, fellowship, and networking.
PIChE Eastern Visayas Chapter extended its congratulations and appreciation to the organizing teams for delivering a memorable and meaningful national convention.
The gathering was particularly historic for PIChE EVC, with 20 delegates representing Eastern Visayas in its first official national convention participation following the unification of the chapter.
The delegation was led by the chapter’s inaugural officers, including Chapter President Engr. Christian Kyle Relano, Chapter Auditor Engr. Flordelyn Palejaro, Chapter Trustees Engr. Juvyneil Cartel and Engr. Elvira Dolores Urgel, National Trustee Engr. Leonita Sabando, and Chapter Adviser Engr. Joseph Morao.
Their participation represented an important step in strengthening the professional community of chemical engineers in Eastern Visayas and providing a stronger platform for collaboration, professional development, and representation within the national organization.
Adding to the milestone were three Chemical Engineering students from Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) who participated in the PIChE National Student Congress 2026. The students also represented the region in the National Quiz Bowl, showcasing the knowledge, talent, enthusiasm, and dedication of the next generation of chemical engineers.
The participation of both practicing professionals and students underscored the importance of connecting the region’s established chemical engineering community with its future practitioners.
The 87th PIChE National Convention provided the Eastern Visayas delegation with opportunities to engage with fellow chemical engineers from different parts of the Philippines, exchange experiences, gain new perspectives, and strengthen professional relationships.
For PIChE Eastern Visayas Chapter, the convention was more than a national gatheringβit was the beginning of a new chapter of unity, representation, and collaboration for chemical engineers and aspiring chemical engineers across Eastern Visayas.
Congratulations to PIChE Baguio-Benguet Chapter and PIChE Bataan Chapter for the successful 87th PIChE National Convention, and congratulations to PIChE Eastern Visayas Chapter and its 20 delegates for making history through their first official national participation.
Mabuhay ang PIChE Eastern Visayas Chapter, and mabuhay ang chemical engineering community of Eastern Visayas!
