Tag: infrastructure
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Tacloban to Get New 5,000-Seat International Convention Center
Tacloban City is set to host a new international convention center, the Benjamin Romualdez International Convention Center (BRICC), which will boast a seating capacity of 5,000. The groundbreaking ceremony, led by House Speaker and Leyte 1st district Representative Martin Romualdez, took place on February 7, 2025, at the site of the former Leyte Park Hotel…
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DPWH Finishes P72.4-M Flood Control Initiative in Hermosa, Bataan
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has successfully completed a significant flood control project in Hermosa, Bataan, aimed at reducing the impact of flooding along the Mabiga River. The project, valued at PHP72.4 million, stretches over 558.09 meters and features a reinforced concrete slope protection system with an elevated foundation, designed to enhance…
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La Union’s New P34.5-M Bridge Enhances Local Connectivity and Economic Growth
In a significant development for La Union, a new PHP34.5-million bridge in Tubao town was inaugurated on February 5, 2025, by Governor Raphaelle Veronica Ortega-David. The 30-meter long bridge, which boasts a 306-meter by 6.1-meter pavement, is designed to improve safety and efficiency for both residents and local businesses. Construction of the bridge commenced on…
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La Union Unveils P34.5-Million Bridge to Enhance Local Connectivity and Economy
In a significant development for La Union, a new PHP34.5-million bridge in Tubao town was inaugurated on February 5, 2025, by Governor Raphaelle Veronica Ortega-David. The 30-meter long bridge, which spans 306 meters by 6.1 meters in pavement, is designed to improve connectivity and stimulate economic growth in the region. The bridge, which began construction…
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DTI and DPWH Pledge to Finish P130-M Road Projects to Boost Western Visayas Economy
In a significant move to enhance economic growth in Western Visayas, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have vowed to complete road connectivity projects valued at PHP130 million. These initiatives fall under the Roads Leveraging Linkages for Industry and Trade (ROLL IT) Program, which aims…
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Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Start of New Cebu Port to Ease Cargo Congestion
The construction of the New Cebu International Container Port (NCICP) commenced with a groundbreaking ceremony held in Barangay Tayud, Consolacion, Cebu. The event, attended by Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Jaime Bautista, signifies a major step towards resolving cargo congestion issues at the Cebu Base Port and enhancing the efficiency of commercial vessel operations in…
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MMDA Proposes EDSA Bus Lane Removal to Enhance Traffic Flow
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has announced plans to eliminate the bus lane on Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) to alleviate congestion on this key Manila thoroughfare. MMDA Chairperson Romando Artes revealed that the proposal was discussed during a meeting with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Malacañan Palace. The decision comes as…
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Baguio City Aims to Upgrade All Public Toilets to Meet International Standards
Baguio City is set to enhance all its public toilets to align with international standards, focusing on hygiene and safety. The initiative, which began in 2020, is being accelerated to cover all public spaces, including parks and markets, to meet the ASEAN Public Toilet Standards (APTS). Mayor Benjamin Magalong emphasized the importance of this project,…
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