Transport & Communications
New sea travel rules aim to protect Holy Week travelers
In a move aimed at safeguarding thousands of Filipino travelers this Holy Week, Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon has signed an interagency agreement targeting sea travel overloading and introduced a new electronic ticketing system at Batangas Port to ensure safer, more efficient journeys.
Manila-Malolos rail segment set for 2026 launch
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that the Manila to Malolos segment of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) is expected to begin operations by late 2026 or early 2027—a key milestone in one of the country's largest infrastructure initiatives under the “Build Better More” program.
New NLEX entry ramp to open ahead of schedule
NLEX Corp. announced that the new Lingunan Southbound Entry ramp to the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) is set to open this month, well ahead of schedule, marking a step toward easing traffic congestion in northern Valenzuela.
Bridge to boost Davao–Samal connectivity by 2028
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is accelerating work on the P20.84 billion Samal Island–Davao City Connector (SIDC) Project, aiming to transform inter-island connectivity and economic activity in the Davao Region.
Public-private synergy key to fast-tracking PH digital transformation
Embracing artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and hyperconnectivity can only bring real, measurable benefits to the Philippines through strong collaboration between the tech industry and the government, according to Converge CEO and co-founder Dennis Anthony Uy.
