Sunday, 18 January 2026, 4:04 am

    Transport & Communications

    PLDT joins gov’t in breaking barriers to connectivity

    PLDT Inc. and its wireless arm, Smart Communications, are ramping up efforts to support the government’s digitalization drive by collaborating with key agencies to dismantle regulatory barriers and fast-track infrastructure rollout, especially in underserved areas.

    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.

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