May 23, 2025

Tag: infrastructure development

  • Philippine Ports Authority Reports Smooth Operations in NCR Despite Increased Cargo

    The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has announced that the major ports in the National Capital Region (NCR) are functioning effectively, showing no signs of congestion despite a surge in cargo volumes. PPA General Manager Jay Santiago highlighted that the Manila South Harbor (MSH) and the Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) are maintaining yard utilization rates…

    Written by

    Ria Lacson

  • PHP30 Million Allocated for Laoag’s New Alternate Road to Alleviate Traffic

    In a move to combat the growing traffic issues in Laoag City, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has earmarked PHP30 million for the construction of a new 2.7-km alternate road. This road is expected to reduce congestion along Airport Avenue. The announcement came on Thursday, highlighting the project’s role in complementing the…

    Written by

    Dahlia Umali

  • Agusan del Sur and DENR Collaborate on New Surveying Instrument Test Site

    In a significant move to enhance land surveying accuracy in the Caraga Region, the provincial government of Agusan del Sur, in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR-13), has initiated the construction of a testing site for surveying instruments. The groundbreaking ceremony took place at the D.O Plaza Government Center in Barangay…

    Written by

    Janelle Sebastian

  • Philippine Airports Set for Major Upgrades in 2025, CAAP Announces

    MANILA – The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has outlined a series of significant enhancements planned for the country’s airports and their navigational systems in 2025. CAAP Director General Manuel Tamayo shared these plans during the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon episode, emphasizing the focus on upgrading the hardware of the Communications, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic…

    Written by

    Erwin Magbanua

  • Philippine Airports Set for Major Upgrades and PPP Expansion in 2025

    MANILA – The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) is gearing up for significant enhancements in airport infrastructure and navigational systems in 2025, according to CAAP Director General Manuel Tamayo. Speaking on the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon program, Tamayo highlighted the focus on upgrading the hardware of the Communications, Navigation, Surveillance/Air Traffic Management (CNS-ATM) system,…

    Written by

    Conrado Carreon

  • Davao City Bypass Tunnels Nearing Completion, Set to Transform Regional Connectivity

    The Davao City Bypass Construction Project is on the brink of a major milestone, with the northbound and southbound tunnels reaching 95% and 85% completion, respectively, as announced by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on Tuesday. This significant development was highlighted during an inspection led by DPWH Senior Undersecretary Emil Sadain and…

    Written by

    Crispin Buenavista

  • 98% of Cordillera Roads Now Paved, Enhancing Regional Connectivity and Economy

    In a significant development for the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), approximately 98% of its 2,379 kilometers of roads have been paved, a milestone celebrated during the 37th anniversary of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Baguio City. This achievement marks a dramatic increase from 1988, when only 23% of the region’s roads…

    Written by

    Danilo Alvarado

  • Sibalom Water District Begins Construction of Sixth Pumping Station to Cater to 2,000 More Households

    In a significant development for water supply in Antique, the Sibalom Water District (SWD) has initiated the construction of its sixth pumping station in District 4 of Sibalom town. The project, which broke ground on January 22, 2025, is set to enhance water availability for an additional 2,000 households. SWD’s general manager, Jonathan De Gracia,…

    Written by

    Sasha Roxas-Meehan

  • Taganito Mining Corporation Contributes Over PHP63.5 Million to Claver, Surigao del Norte

    In a significant financial contribution to the local government, Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) has paid over PHP63.5 million in taxes and regulatory fees to the municipality of Claver in Surigao del Norte. The payment, made on January 21, 2025, marks the beginning of business transactions for the year and was acknowledged by Claver Mayor Georgia…

    Written by

    Tessa Santos

  • Government Bolsters Infrastructure in West Philippine Sea with PHP3.03 Billion

    In a significant move to safeguard the nation’s expansive territories, the Philippine government has allocated PHP3.03 billion to enhance infrastructure within the West Philippine Sea (WPS). This financial commitment was highlighted by Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, the Philippine Navy’s spokesperson for the WPS, who emphasized that the funds are a clear demonstration of the…

    Written by

    Bryan Farnacio