Transport & Communications
DOTr reverses decision, moves forward with cashless toll system rollout
The Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) announced on Tuesday that it expects to implement a fully cashless and interoperable toll system across all expressways by the end of the year. This decision follows a brief suspension by the Department of Transportation (DOTr), which had initially ordered a delay for further review.
NLEX breaks ground on P2.2B Northlink project
NLEX Corporation officially broke ground on the P2.2 billion NLEX-C5 Northlink Section 1A project on Tuesday, aiming to reduce traffic congestion in eastern Quezon...
Abusive Bohol LTO personnel get the ax, trigger policy review
In a swift response to an incident in Panglao, Bohol, Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon on Monday announced the dismissal of five Land Transportation Office (LTO) personnel involved in manhandling a rider on Friday.
Fuel surcharge adjustments fail to dampen air traffic surge in 2024
The country's domestic air passenger traffic hit a record high of 32.1 million in 2024, the highest figure since 2015, according to data released by the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB). The 10.98 percent increase from 28.96 million passengers in 2023 signals a robust recovery and growth in the aviation sector, underscoring the nation's economic rebound.
MPIC rules out resubmitting MRT3 proposal due fare hike delays
Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC) has decided against resubmitting its unsolicited bid to rehabilitate, operate, and maintain the MRT3 system, citing the lack of government support for fare increases. MPIC chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan explained the absence of approved tariffs makes it unlikely for the business to move forward with the proposal, saying the current situation is “difficult.”
