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The French Government will provide the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) 40 fast patrol crafts (FPC) to enhance its response capabilities in search and rescue operations, environmental protection, maritime law enforcement and disaster response. During a news briefing in Malacañang, PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan said the P25.8 billion official development assistance (ODA) from France is “so far the largest …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) joined the Philippine Railways Institute (PRI), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Transportation Science Society of the Philippines (TSSP), and Asian Development Bank (ADB) at the 2nd Philippine Railway Conference last 7 November 2024. Discussions at the conference centered on safety and security in the railways sector. Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista shared his passion for …

Carnival Cruise Line (CCL) celebrated its first-ever visit to the Philippines, with Carnival Panorama arriving at the South Harbor’s Eva Macapagal Super Terminal in Manila. The ship’s top officers, Captain Luca Lazzarino, Chief Engineer Stefano Gazzolo, and Hotel Director Hector Groves, led the commemoration activity along with local dignitaries and representatives of Cruise Administration Services, Inc. and Open Sea Crewing …

Excitement is building up for residents of the southern part of the Metro Manila as Phase 1 of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension will partially open within November. Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista said the rail line’s additional five stations—Redemptorist-ASEANA, MIA Road, PITX, Ninoy Aquino Ave., and Dr. Santos Stations—will help alleviate vehicle gridlock in Metro Manila’s southern area. “We will …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is urging Italian firms and investors to consider funding Philippine transport projects as an ideal sector for business growth. Speaking before the high-level ASEAN-Italy Economic Relations on Wednesday, Transportation Secretary Jaime J. Bautista underscored the viable and business potential of big-ticket infrastructure in the transportation sector. “We are presenting these projects to you, hoping Italian …

In line with the activation of the Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Undas 2024 in all transport hubs in the country, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista, along with other transport officials, conducted an inspection at the Manila North Harbor last 31 October 2024.  The inspection started at the port’s new Passenger Terminal Building (PTB), where the Secretary monitored the flow …

SRI LANKA — The Maritime Industry Authority-Enforcement Service (MARINA-ES) participated in the Indo-Pacific Regional Information Sharing (IORIS) 2nd Steering Committee Session, facilitated by the invitation and sponsorship of the EU CRIMARIO program.  Throughout the two-day event, attendees engaged in plenary sessions and working groups, tackling significant issues such as the future ownership of the IORIS platform, strategic priorities, regional cooperation …

The Department of Transportation’s (DOTr) four sectors must ensure passengers are given comfortable, affordable, safe, secure and accessible service during the Undas season.  Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista said DOTr has activated the Oplan Biyaheng Ayos to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers who will flock to terminals to travel to their home provinces.  “Every peak season mayroon kaming …

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) concluded its inaugural Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on Gender and Development (GAD) to address gender-related issues and formulate strategies for fostering a more inclusive and equitable maritime sector, held from 21 to 25 October 2024.  Deputy Administrator for Planning, Ms. Nenita S. Atienza emphasized the importance of addressing gender equality in the maritime industry. “Our …

Land Transportation Office (LTO) Chief, Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor D. Mendoza II ordered all Regional Directors to ensure the road worthiness of all the passenger buses amid the expected influx of people to bus terminals to go to their hometown for the observance of the All Saints’ and All Souls Day. Part of the order is the conduct of random …