
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…

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.