Transport & Logistics
Transport chief orders public consultations on fare hike petitions amid oil price increases
Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has directed the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board to begin public consultations on pending requests for higher public transport fares, following recent rises in oil prices.
PAL partners with Rolls-Royce for new A350 engines and maintenance support
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has entered into a deal with Rolls-Royce to supply 18 units of Trent XWB-97 engines for nine additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, with provisions to cover up to five more planes should PAL exercise its existing purchase rights. Alongside the engine supply agreement, the two parties also signed a separate deal for Rolls-Royce’s TotalCare service, which will manage the full health monitoring and maintenance requirements of the expanded fleet.
PAL expands long-haul fleet with deal for up to 14 Airbus A350-1000s
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has taken another major step in modernizing its fleet after signing a memorandum of understanding with Airbus at the Farnborough International Airshow to acquire up to 14 A350-1000 aircraft.
Ayala, JG Summit boost DTI logistics network for MSMEs
Ayala Corp. and JG Summit Holdings Inc. have joined the Department of Trade and Industry's (DTI) expanding Supply Chain and Logistics Center (SCLC), strengthening a public-private initiative designed to give micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) easier access to logistics services and supply chain expertise.
Modernized Lucena Port Terminal to open next month, boosting Southern Luzon travel and economy
The Department of Transportation announced this week that the newly upgraded passenger terminal building at the Port of Lucena will expand capacity and support tourism, business, and maritime travel across Southern Luzon.
