Transport & Logistics
BCDA courts $50-M European aviation investment, US aerospace plant in Clark
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is pursuing at least USD50 million in initial investment from a European aircraft maintenance company, alongside a separate US aerospace manufacturing proposal, as it seeks to expand Clark’s role in the aviation industry.
ACTSI deal brings aircraft connectivity installation, support to Subic
Business aircraft operators in the Philippines will have a local option for installing and maintaining inflight connectivity systems after Aviation Concepts Technical Services Inc. (ACTSI) secured authorized dealer status from Gogo Business Aviation.
LTFRB probes motorcycle taxi platform over alleged excess rider registration
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is investigating one of the country’s motorcycle taxi platform operators accused of enrolling more riders in its system than the government has approved. In an official statement, the agency confirmed that legal proceedings are ongoing, which limits what additional details it can share about the case.
More MRT‑3 trains roll out ahead of holiday rush; EDSA Busway upgrades also underway
The Department of Transportation has deployed three extra train sets for the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 starting Monday to boost capacity and ease crowding as Metro Manila braces for heavier holiday‑season commuter traffic.
MARINA suspends safety certificates after separate Cagayan, Bohol sea incidents
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has ordered the immediate suspension of safety certificates for two vessels following separate maritime incidents off Cagayan and Bohol last 31 October 2026, a move signalling tighter sea‑safety checks for passengers and sea travellers nationwide.
