New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) has deployed eight additional inter-terminal shuttle buses at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), bringing the total number of newly-acquired shuttles to 12.New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) has deployed eight additional inter-terminal shuttle buses at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), bringing the total number of newly-acquired shuttles to 12.
The NNIC management said the expansion improves passenger mobility as air travel demand continues to rise.
Originally built to accommodate 35 million passengers per year, NAIA saw a surge in travelers in 2024, reaching a total of 50.1 million, marking a 10.43 percent rise from the previous year and exceeding levels seen before the pandemic.
"NAIA is operating well beyond its capacity, and while major infrastructure upgrades are in progress, expanding our shuttle fleet is an immediate step to improve accessibility and convenience for passengers," NNIC President Ramon S. Ang said in a statement.
The new buses offer round-the-clock, free transfers for passengers with connecting flights, reducing wait times and easing congestion.
The NNIC said it would complement broader improvements, including expanded terminal curbsides and an upgraded traffic system for smoother operation.
Early this year, NNIC also deployed two new ambulances for quick medical assistance, three "follow-me" vehicles to improve aircraft guidance and reduce taxi times, and four inter-terminal coasters to facilitate seamless passenger transfers, particularly for those with connecting flights or mobility challenges.
Since taking over NAIA operations in September 2024, NNIC, a San Miguel Corporation-led consortium, has introduced key enhancements to modernize the airport and support the country's tourism and economic growth.
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