Transport & Communications
Discounted student Beep Cards roll out Sept. 20
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that the rollout of discounted student beep cards for LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 will commence on September 20, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive to make public transportation more affordable for students.
Love Buses return as PBBM’s birthday gift to commuters
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has launched new electric “Love Buses” in Valenzuela City as part of a free-ride program for Metro Manila commuters....
DOTr extends Sumitomo contract for MRT-3 rehab, maintenance
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has a two-year contract extension with Japanese firm Sumitomo Corp. for the continued rehabilitation and maintenance of the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), ensuring the system remains efficient and reliable for commuters.
DPWH suspends uniform policy amid agency probe to protect employees
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has temporarily suspended its uniform policy for all personnel, citing security concerns amid ongoing investigations into alleged irregularities in flood control projects.
NSCR draws bids from 28 Japanese giants
A total of 28 Japanese companies, including industry giants Mitsubishi Corp., Hitachi Ltd., Tokyo Metro, Sumitomo Corp., and Alstom Japan, have expressed interest in bidding for the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contract of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) System, according to the Department of Transportation (DOTr).
