Transport & Logistics

Grab Philippines has signed a new agreement with the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) to extend the regulatory review of its driver incentive program by another year, underscoring ongoing corporate oversight following its 2018 acquisition of Uber’s Southeast Asia operations.

Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has filed criminal charges against two former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials for allegedly using falsified driver’s license.

Public Works Secretary Vince B. Dizon has lifted the suspension on bidding for government infrastructure projects, citing the urgent need to avoid delays in the rollout of critical national infrastructure. The resumption, however, comes with stringent new transparency and accountability measures.

Globe Telecom is ramping up its telecom tower builds across Bulacan, aiming to meet the surging demand for reliable connectivity in one of the country’s fastest-developing provinces. This infrastructure push supports Bulacan’s ambition to become a first-world province by 2040, positioning digital access as a cornerstone of economic and social progress.

Acting Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has issued a directive requiring all Department of Transportation (DOTr) officials to commute to the office at least once a week. This policy aims to deepen officials’ understanding of the daily challenges faced by commuters and to inform more effective public transport policies.