Transport & Logistics
DOTr terminating contract with Grand Central Station contractor over delays
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced that it will terminate its contract with the BF Corp. and Foresight Development and Surveying Co. (BFC-FDSC) for the long-delayed Unified Grand Central Station (Common Station) project due to continued and unacceptable delays.
NAIA modernization set for 2025 with Collins Aerospace partnership
The New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) has joined forces with Collins Aerospace to overhaul Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), aiming to create a world-class travel experience. The modernization, which will begin in May and culminate by September this year, includes advanced self-service kiosks, biometric screening, and real-time flight updates.
Road safety training mandatory for PUV drivers and conductors
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has introduced a new requirement boosting road safety in the public transport sector. Under Memorandum Circular 2024-040, the LTFRB mandates comprehensive road safety training for all public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers and conductors as a condition for franchise renewal.
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...
