Transport & Communications
‘Lenient’ TRB reinstates cashless toll collection starting March
A lenient Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) on Sunday announced that major toll expressways will reinstate cashless and contactless toll collection starting March 15, 2025, in accordance with regulatory efforts to streamline traffic flow and improve toll operations.
PAL expands Vietnam routes with New Cebu-Ho Chi Minh City service
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is set to launch a new direct route between Cebu and Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), marking the first nonstop service linking Central Visayas and Vietnam’s primary economic and commercial hub. The new route, which will begin on 2 May 2025, aims to cater to the growing demand for travel between the two regions, with three weekly flights initially planned.
Japan funds open RAN system at UP
The country's information and communications technology (ICT) sector received a boost on Wednesday with the signing and exchange of notes for an Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) System at the University of the Philippines (UP).
AirAsia PH unveils P1 fare promo to boost passenger numbers
AirAsia Philippines is launching an enticing offer to attract more passengers with a P1 one-way fare for both local and international flights.
Cebu Pacific expands reach with direct Iloilo-Bangkok flights
Cebu Pacific (CEB) is set to enhance travel options in Western Visayas by launching direct flights between Iloilo City and Bangkok’s Don Mueang International Airport, effective 31 March this year.
