
Cebu Provincial Government Launches Transport Service Contracting Program
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Cebu Provincial Government have launched a new transport service contracting program to improve public transportation access for Cebuanos.

Coalition raises concerns over LTO system data breach in Philippines
A coalition in the Philippines has urged the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and Department of Transportation (DOTr) to address concerns regarding a possible data breach and alleged irregularities in the Stradcom-led LTO system.

Philippines DOTr, Land Bank Partner to Settle P3.6B LRMC Obligations
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) in the Philippines have partnered with Land Bank of the Philippines to settle P3.6 billion in unpaid obligations to Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC).

Philippines' Port of Lucena to Open New Passenger Terminal in Q3 2026
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that the new passenger terminal building at the Port of Lucena in Quezon, Philippines, is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2026.

Philippine DOTr Orders Halt on New TNVS, Motortaxi Drivers
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has issued an order to stop the onboarding of new transport network vehicle service (TNVS) drivers and motorcycle taxi riders. This move aims to regulate the supply of drivers in the public transportation sector.

Philippine DOTr Announces Stiff Penalties for Service Contracting Program Violators
The Philippine Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that franchise suspension or revocation will be imposed on operators and drivers who violate the terms and conditions of the government’s service contracting program (SCP) starting April 15.

DOTr Warns Bus Firms of License Suspension Over Unauthorized Fare Hikes
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has warned bus companies that hiked fares despite a suspension on increases, stating they could face show cause orders and license suspensions.

2-month toll discount for PUVs, PUBs, freighters to start Mar 23
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced on Friday that a two-month toll discount will be given to public utility vehicles (PUVs), public utility buses (PUBs) and…

Manila Government Offers Free Rides Amid Transport Strike
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced free rides on selected routes in Metro Manila on Thursday to assist commuters affected by a transport strike, following President Marcos's order to suspend fare hikes.

DOTr: Fare hike inevitable for metro buses, jeeps
A fare hike is set to take affect across most modes of public transit, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said on Monday, March 16.

DOTr chief says fare hike looms, but asks LTFRB to ‘recrunch numbers’
MANILA, Philippines — Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez on Wednesday said his department is nearing a decision on petitions to increase the passenger fare for public utility vehicles amid oil price hikes driven by the ongoing Middle East conflict. “The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board submitted a recommendation to the Department of Transportation (DOTr). I

DOTr, LTFRB: Fuel subsidy being prepared as oil price hikes loom
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Monday said it has already begun preparing for the release of fuel subsidies for public utility vehicle operators and drivers amid…

Bus Trips to Davao Airport Available After General Santos Airport Flight Suspension
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced new bus routes to Davao International Airport for travelers affected by the suspension of commercial flights at General Santos Airport.

Philippines DOTr Launches Sea-Based Service Contracting Program
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines has launched the 'Lakbay Alalay ng Gobyerno' or Laya sea-based service contracting program, offering fare subsidies to participating operators and vessels.

PITX Terminal Fees Waived for Three Months
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced the suspension of terminal fee collection for public utility vehicles at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) for a period of three months. This measure aims to provide relief to commuters and operators.

Philippine Transportation Department Warns Public Against Impersonation Scams
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines issued a public warning against scam messages impersonating its head, Secretary Giovanni Lopez, to solicit money.

Philippines Settles 345 Expropriation Cases for Railway Projects
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Office of Solicitor General (OSG) in the Philippines have finalized 345 expropriation cases to accelerate land acquisitions for the North South Commuter Railway project (NSCR) and the Metro Manila Subway.

DOTr Lauds Improvements at MRT-3 Quezon Avenue Station
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) praised the enhanced appearance and facilities of the Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT-3) Quezon Avenue station following an inspection by Secretary Giovanni Lopez.

Philippine Government Slashes Airport and Ro-ro Terminal Fees
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that airport and Ro-ro terminal fees, including Passenger Service Charge and takeoff/landing fees, will be discounted starting April 1 as part of government efforts to ease the burden on the public.

LRT 2, MRT 3 fares slashed by half starting March 23
MANILA, Philippines — Passengers of Light Rail Transit 2 (LRT 2) and Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT 3) will enjoy a 50-percent discount starting Monday, March 23, the Department of Transportation (DOTr)…

Philippine DOTr Announces Fare Hike for Jeepneys Amid Oil Price Surge
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines announced a provisional fare hike of P1 for traditional jeepneys and P2 for modern jeepneys, citing rising oil prices and ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

DOTr downplays solon, train staff’s views MRT-3 operations are ‘unsafe’
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Sunday rejected the allegations of Kamanggagawa party-list Rep. Eli San Fernando and some train employees, who had said that the Metro Rail Transit 3 (MRT-3) is operating under risky conditions. “The DOTr assures the public that MRT-3 remains safe for all passengers, contrary to their claim

Government readies P3.5 billion for transport subsidy
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is preparing P3.5 billion in subsidies for free rides to millions of commuters, and to finance part of the fuel costs of public utility vehicles (PUVs).

Muntinlupa City Launches Road Safety Park for 31st Cityhood Anniversary
Muntinlupa City, in partnership with the Department of Transportation (DOTr), inaugurated the Muntinlupa Road Safety Park as part of its 31st Cityhood Anniversary celebrations.

DOTr eyes resumption of GenSan Airport operations within a week – Lopez
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is eyeing the resumption of commercial operations of General Santos Airport within a week after a deadly earthquake struck parts of…

Families Affected by North-South Commuter Railway to be Relocated
Seventy-two families impacted by the construction of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) in the Philippines will be relocated to a residential site in Pampanga, as announced by the Department of Transportation (DOTr).

DOTr Inspects Port Projects in Northern Samar
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and local government officials inspected major port and wharf projects in Northern Samar, Philippines, to assess construction progress and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Philippine Transport Officials Face Graft Complaint Over LTO Fees
Former and incumbent officials of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Land Transportation Office (LTO) in the Philippines are facing a graft complaint filed with the Office of the Ombudsman regarding alleged 'computer fees'.

DOTr seeks additional P5 billion budget for PUV service contracting
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines has requested an additional P5-billion budget for its public utility vehicle (PUV) service contracting program. This request comes as the current P1-billion budget is set to be rolled out.

DOTr Awaits P1-Billion Release Order for Service Contracting Program
The Philippine Department of Transportation (DOTr) is awaiting a special allotment release order (SARO) for P1 billion from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to fund the government’s service contracting program.

Philippines Reduces Roro Terminal Fees for Agri-Transport Vehicles
The Philippine Department of Transportation (DOTr) has slashed Roro terminal fees to P1 for vehicles transporting raw and unprocessed agricultural commodities, aiming to support the agricultural sector.

Airlines seek parking fees cut at NAIA
Airline companies operating at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport appealed to the Department of Transportation (DOTr) yesterday for a cut on airport fees at NAIA, as fuel prices increase and…

DOTr: No basis for safety claims of lawmaker, MRT 3 employees
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Sunday disputed claims that the Metro Manila Rail Transit 3 (MRT 3) has become unsafe, as alleged by the train line’s employees’ association and the freshman party list congressman who is championing the union’s claims. “Now that the price of crude oil is rising, commuters and

Cebu Bus Rapid Transit partial operations to begin March 13
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) announced that partial operations for the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project are scheduled to commence on March 13.

DOTr to Plant 690,000 Trees in Pampanga, Cavite for Infrastructure Mitigation
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines announced plans to plant 690,000 trees in Pampanga and Cavite watersheds starting July 2026. This initiative aims to mitigate the environmental impact of tree cutting during the construction of the North-South railway project.