Transport & Communications
New Bauan port set to ease Manila, Batangas congestion
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) fully support the development of the $800 million Luzon International Container Terminal (LICT) in Bauan, Batangas, a flagship port project led by International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) poised to drive economic growth across the CALABARZON region.
DOTr offers fare refunds for MRT-3 payment errors
In response to system errors encountered during the ongoing pilot run of cashless payments on MRT-3, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and MRT-3 management announce the provision of free single journey tickets (SJT) to affected passengers starting today, Monday.
MRT-3 rehab deal renewed, upgrades coming
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has extended the maintenance and rehabilitation contract of Japan’s Sumitomo Corp. for the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) by another year, securing the continuity of service and laying the groundwork for long-term system improvements.
PLDT, Smart successfully test high-speed FWA technology
PLDT Inc. and its wireless unit Smart Communications have successfully tested Radisys Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), a high-speed, fiber-like wireless technology seen as a viable alternative to fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) in areas where fiber rollout is challenging.
DOTr eyes solicited PPP bidding for Common Station completion by 2027
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is aiming to bid out the long-delayed Unified Grand Central Station (Common Station) via a solicited mode within the year, with a strong preference for a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement.
