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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 during the closing of the High-Level 16th Environmentally Sustainable Transport (EST) Forum held at the Asian Development Bank. Batan added that Asian countries have made considerable progress towards low carbon pathways and economic resilience. These …

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG)’s Maritime Security Law Enforcement Command (MARSLEC) Commander, Vice Admiral Robert Patrimonio PCG, welcomed the Danish Foreign Affairs Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, who visited the PCG National Headquarters at the Port Area, Manila, last 09 December 2024. During the visit, the Foreign Affairs Minister was provided insights on the current situation in West Philippine Sea (WPS) …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) conducted its Annual Planning Conference December 4, 2024, bringing together key officials to review the agency’s achievements for 2024 and to outline its operational plans, commitments, and performance targets for 2025. Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista emphasized the importance of collaboration across the agency’s four sectors to ensure timely completion of DOTr projects. “I encourage …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) called on partner-drivers and merchants of Grab Philippines to ensure safety and security while servicing their clients. Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista said safety and security are never compromised in the transport industry. “Kailangan po ng safety dito sa ating transport sector. Hindi po pwedeng pabayaan na macompromise ‘yung safety natin,” Sec. Bautista said as …

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), working alongside maritime stakeholders and government agencies, concluded the legal review of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) for Republic Act No. 12021, or the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers. The legal review aimed to finalize the IRR for one of the landmark laws for the maritime sector. …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced schedule adjustments for the three Metro Manila rail systems to accommodate the surge of passengers during the ongoing holiday rush. Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista said the schedule adjustments are aimed at accommodating more commuters during this year’s Christmas and New Year celebrations. “On select days, our trains will operate earlier in the morning …

As part of the continuing collaboration with international counterparts, The Office for Transportation Security (OTS), Transport Canada and United States – Transportation Security Administration, held a three-day workshop on Aviation Security – Quality Control from Nov. 19 to 22, 2024 in Makati City. The workshop aimed to enhance the capability of National Aviation Security Auditors and internal quality control auditors …

Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Administrator Sonia Malaluan emphasized the urgent need to prioritize mental health in maritime education and training during the National Conference of Guidance Counselors and Student Affairs Officers of Maritime Schools. Organized by Stella Maris-Manila in collaboration with the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, the conference convened approximately 70 guidance counselors and 30-40 participants from maritime, …

By. Joni Gesmundo The Market Monitor was born a decade ago in a small office along T.M. Kalaw Street in Ermita, Manila, with a handful of seasoned writers who possessed a passion for relevant and timely stories on the financial sector without the incomprehensible jargon only business leaders can understand. Back then, the challenge was competing with other daily business …

The operations and maintenance (O&M) of key regional airports, MRT-3 as well as EDSA Busway and Davao Public Transport Modernization Program (DPTMP) will consequently be handed over to the private sector to ensure operational efficiency, according to Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista. On the sidelines of BizNews Asia’s 23rd Anniversary, Sec. Bautista said the O&M transfer of the Iloilo Airport …