Transport & Communications
DOTr hikes student train discount to 50% until 2028
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has increased the student fare discount on LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 from 20 percent to 50 percent, effective starting today, Friday. The move, announced by Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon at LRT-2 Antipolo Station, follows President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s directive to ease students' transportation costs for the school year.
Globe expands Sarangani network with 40+ cell sites
Globe has significantly expanded its network infrastructure in Sarangani, now operating over 40 cell sites across the province. This development enhances connectivity in agricultural, coastal, and upland areas, reflecting the telco’s strategic push to support one of Mindanao’s most dynamic economic zones.
Aboitiz takes over MCIA IFM
Aboitiz Construction has formally launched its Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), in a landmark partnership with Aboitiz InfraCapital Cebu Airport Corporation (ACAC), operator of the country’s second busiest airport.
Toll suspension ordered at NLEX Marilao Interchange
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has ordered NLEX Corp. to immediately suspend toll collection at the northbound segment of the Marilao Interchange on the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) until all four lanes are fully operational.
Globe leads PH’s first GSMA SGP.32 eSIM trial
Globe Telecom has partnered with global eSIM leader Thales and regional telecom consortium Bridge Alliance to launch a Proof of Concept (PoC) for the GSMA SGP.32 eSIM standard in the Philippines, marking a major step in the country’s enterprise IoT development.
