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The Department of Transportation (DOTr), through its Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation (SAICT), is cracking down on illegal transportation operations in a major push for safer, legitimate public transport this holiday season.  The intensified campaign yielded significant results. Recent operations by SAICT’s Special Operations Group (SOG) netted seven colorum public utility vehicles (PUVs) in Metro Manila’s northern and …

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. witnessed the signing of seven key transport agreements expected to improve the country’s transportation system. The agreements for the New Cebu International Container Port (NCICP), Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (Cebu BRT), modernization of Bohol-Panglao International Airport, as well as agreements for the New Dumaguete and New Siargao airports were signed in the presence of Pres. Marcos …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) distributed livelihood packages to residents in Malibay, Pasay City, who will be affected by the EDSA Greenways project. In coordination with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and City Government of Pasay, the livelihood package assistance is intended to support income augmentation for the recipients during their relocation and throughout the project’s construction phase. …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) joined the celebration of the Philippine Railways Institute (PRI)’s 5th founding anniversary with the theme: ‘High 5 PRI: Railway Ascending thru Innovation and Learning’. Transportation Secretary Jaime J. Bautista lauded PRI’s hard work and dedication to develop training programs and materials, and further conducting research and development for the upgrade of the railways sector. “I …

Asian countries are working collectively to be at the forefront of the global shift towards attaining environmentally sustainable transport, Transportation Undersecretary Timothy John Batan said. Usec. Batan said Asian countries have made considerable progress towards low carbon pathways and economic resilience. These achievements, according to Usec. Batan, include curbing fossil fuel subsidies, leading the global road construction and rail expansion …

SAN NARCISO, Zambales — Elmer Francisco U. Sarmiento, Undersecretary for Maritime of the Department of Transportation (DOTr), visited the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) to get updated on the academy’s operations, challenges and accomplishments. Undersecretary Sarmiento said DOTr “will be informed of what’s happening in PMMA—the issues and challenges—and to appreciate PMMA’s accomplishments.” “Because of various administrative and legislative actions, …

A new batch of Merchant Marine Officers will boost the global competitiveness of the maritime industry as they took their oath last 05 December 2024 at the AMOSUP Convention Hall in Intramuros, Manila. The final oath-taking ceremony of the year for Marine Deck and Engineer Officers, conducted by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) through its Examination and Assessment Division (EAD) …

The Senate bill will modernize and enhance the capacity of the Philippine Coast Guard, particularly in addressing the pressing challenges in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). Escudero stressed emphasized the urgency of the bill, saying, “The PCG has been around for the longest time. However, it has never been the subject of any modernization attempt, especially given the current issues …

Daily maintenance of the three Metro railway systems is primary consideration in the decision to not further extend operations during the holidays to ensure line reliability and passenger safety, Transportation Undersecretary for Railways Jeremy Regino said. Responding to calls for extension of the rail systems during the holidays to accommodate workers and Christmas shoppers, Usec. Regino clarified that unlike normal …

Puerto Princesa City, Palawan – The MARINA Enforcement Service (ES), in collaboration with the MARINA Regional Office IV (MRO4), conducted a Maritime Safety Culture Awareness Campaign Caravan – dubbed “Ligtas Byaheng Dagat” – at the Provincial Capitol of Palawan. The caravan aims to enhance maritime safety and raise passenger awareness through consultative dialogues with key stakeholders. Aligned with the MARINA …