Transport & Communications
SMC Infrastructure activates holiday traffic plans to ease expressway congestion
SMC Infrastructure has implemented comprehensive traffic management plans across its expressways to address the expected surge in motorists beginning Monday, 14 April as Filipinos head to the provinces for the Holy Week.
Tunnel breakthrough marks major progress on Davao City Bypass Project
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Monday announced a milestone in the Davao City Bypass Construction Project (DCBCP), with the breakthrough of the northbound tunnel now complete.
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.
