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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) may no longer pursue its initial plan of privatizing the operations and maintenance of the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) jointly with the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3).  The DOTr is having second thoughts on whether it should bid out the concessions for MRT-3 and LRT-2 as one package as earlier planned.  Transportation …

MACTAN-CEBU International Airport (MCIA), recently awarded a prestigious Skytrax 4-Star Terminal rating, is now setting its sights on a new goal — to be recognized as having one of the World’s Best Airport Staff at the Skytrax Awards 2025.  Through the “Abiba Sugbo” Skytrax Launch Event, MCIA is rallying passengers and partners to support its bid by casting their votes. …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and local government units (LGUs) need to work together to address transport issues such as right-of-way and Local Public Transport Route Plan (LPTRP) to facilitate implementation of transport infrastructure projects. Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista said DOTr need to closely coordinate with LGUs on ironing out issues on transport projects. “We also need to intimately …

Secretary Jaime J. Bautista recently welcomed Dr. Melvin H. Villaruz, lead trainor and assessor of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for NCR of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), who proudly presented the first three personnel from the Special Action & Intelligence Committee for Transportation (SAICT) who successfully completed the TESDA EMS National Certificate II program. The pioneering graduates …

Motorists using toll expressways under the jurisdiction of the Tollways Regulatory Board (TRB) are advised of the effectivity of revised guidelines in the use of tollways under Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) no. 2024-001 signed last 01 August 2024. A copy of the JMC has been submitted for registration at the University of the Philippines-Office of the National Administrative Register (UP-ONAR) …

The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) has installed four new historical markers in the city of Marawi in Lanao del Sur. The “Pagtatanggol sa Marawi” and “Labanan sa Marawi” markers were unveiled at the Lanao People’s Park and Public Library. The unveiling was led by NHCP chair Regalado Trota Jose Jr., Lanao del Sur Provincial Governor Mamintal A. …

Government is investing more in the aviation sector to provide comfortable travel to passengers and international tourists, Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista said. Sec. Bautista said passengers should expect improved and better experience at the Ninoy Aquino International Airort (NAIA) as the airport’s operation and maintenance will be turned over to the New NAIA Infrastructure Corp. in September. “The government …

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will prioritize the modernization of the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) aerial and marine assets to better protect the West Philippine Sea and avoid further oil spill incidents that has damaged the country’s marine environment. Transport Secretary Jaime J. Bautista assured PCG officials of the agency’s support to strengthen its capability in responding to maritime incidents …

The Office of Transportation (OTS) officially welcomed a new Administrator, Undersecretary Crizaldo O. Nieves who gave new strategic directions and guidance for the OTS delineating his 5-year Development Plan. Usec. Nieves pledged to support OTS personnel to achieve the organization’s goals and objectives. He emphasized the importance of cooperation, integrity, fairness and excellence in providing quality service to the public. …

Cyclists and tourists, particularly Manilenos, now get to enjoy the historic significance of Intramuros with a twist, after the Department of Transportation (DOTr) completes the expansion of bike lanes inside the walled city. Cyclists can now bike around a stretch of almost 19 kilometers of safe lanes. Last March, the transport agency launched 9.6 kilometers of bike lanes. Transportation Assistant …