Even before the Duterte administration, the controversy over the unsuitability and non-compliance of the trains delivered by CRRC Dalian Co. Ltd. for the Metro Rail Transit (MRT) Line 3 system had blown but with the assumption of Rodrigo Duterte to the presidency, the conflict was swept under the rugs.

About time DOTr files suit for ‘unsuitable’ trains

Of the 69 priority infrastructure projects of the Marcos administration, 23 involve railway systems in keeping with the government’s dream of a ‘railway renaissance’ for the benefit of commuters and to spur economic growth that is currently being hindered by time lost in traffic and commuting.

DOTr aims for ‘railway renaissance’

(Editor's note: This article was written on April 29, the day before the final deadline of consolidation of franchises under the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization program.)

'Illogical'

Iloilo City Councilor Romel Duron has raised concerns about the enhanced Local Public Transport Route Plan (LPTRP), urging the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to postpone its implementation. Duron pointed out the lack of support and training for transport cooperatives, despite claims by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB-6) that a significant portion of traditional jeepneys have already consolidated.

PUVMP doomed to fail?

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) led by DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista spearheaded the official groundbreaking for the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) System’s Banlic Depot in Calamba, Laguna last June 13.

NSCR depot in Calamba City kicks off

By fielding shuttle buses, the Quezon City local government rushes to the aid of commuters who were stranded after transport groups led by MANIBELA started its three-day transport strike this Monday, August 12.

COMMUTERS STRANDED DUE TO TRANSPORT STRIKE

Realizing– from experience of course– the surge in commuter traffic from rush- hour Christmas shoppers, those entering and leaving Metro Manila for the Yuletide break and those attending numerous Christmas parties that raise demand for ride-hailing taxis, motorcycle taxis and plain taxis and the irritating habit of cabbies to choose the passengers that would give them better premiums in fare and tips, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has adjusted the train schedules to ensure that people can reach their destinations with ease, convenience and safety.

Commuter-sensitive DOTr adjusts train skeds

Even as traditional jeepneys such as these plying the streets of Quezon City have been given another chance, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) reiterated its position that the Public Utility Modernization Program (PUVMP) should continue.

DOTr: PUV MODERNIZATION SHOULD PUSH THROUGH

With the opening of several key sections of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) and the CAVITEX C5 Link, toll road operator MPT South expects a 30-percent traffic growth by the end of 2025.

MPT South expects 340k motorists using its toll roads by 2025

Motorists from Calamba City’s newest residential areas in its southern barangays will soon have a more convenient connection to Metro Manila with the construction of a new interchange at the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX).

SMC, Calamba City LGU lead groundbreaking of new SLEX exit

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