Transport & Logistics
LTFRB orders swift payouts after deadly Tarlac crash; legal, insurance fallout underway
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has directed the Passenger Accident Management and Insurance Agency (PAMI) to immediately process and release insurance claims for victims of the recent multi-vehicle crash involving a Dagupan Bus unit operated by Solid North.
DPWH fast-tracks Bucana Bridge completion
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced on Friday that the ₱3.12-billion Davao River (Bucana) Bridge Project is on pace for early completion by November this year, ahead of its original late-2025 target, marking a key milestone in the government’s flagship infrastructure initiative.
DICT, Google renew alliance vs fake news, boost digital literacy
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has renewed its partnership with Google Philippines, reinforcing efforts to curb the spread of false information and promote digital literacy nationwide.
DOTr orders Cathay Pacific to explain passport mishandling incident
CEBU CITY — The Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) has directed Cathay Pacific to formally explain an incident involving the alleged mishandling of a passenger’s passport that led to a denied boarding at Mactan-Cebu International Airport earlier this month.
DOTr opens bidding for P252.8-M EDSA Busway rehab
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has started the bidding process for Phase 1 of the EDSA Busway station rehabilitation project, with an approved budget contract of P252.8 million. The agency said any bid exceeding this amount will be automatically disqualified.
