Tag: infrastructure
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Enhanced P122.49-M Roadway Improves Travel Between Iloilo Municipalities
The newly upgraded road, costing PHP122.49 million, has significantly enhanced connectivity and reduced travel expenses between the towns of Sta. Barbara and New Lucena in Iloilo. The Department of Public Works and Highways announced the completion of this vital infrastructure project on January 13, 2025. The project involved the asphalt paving of a 5.28-kilometer stretch…
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Maslog, Eastern Samar Receives First River Ambulance to Enhance Emergency Medical Services
In a significant boost to healthcare accessibility, the remote town of Maslog in Eastern Samar has been equipped with its first river ambulance. The Department of Health (DOH) handed over the vessel on January 8, 2025, aiming to expedite the transfer of patients from this isolated area to the nearest medical facility. The river ambulance,…
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New Floodwall Enhances Safety for Samar Town Residents
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has recently finalized a flood control project along the Gandara River in Barangay Minda, Gandara town, Samar province. This initiative aims to shield the local community from the devastating impacts of floods. The project, a 200-meter long and three-meter high floodwall, also features a pedestrian pathway with…
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DOTr Celebrates Significant Enhancements at Manila International Airport Post-Privatization
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has expressed satisfaction with the substantial improvements at the Manila International Airport (MIA) following the privatization of its operations. Secretary Jaime Bautista, in a recent interview on PTV’s Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, praised the private sector’s commitment to enhancing the airport’s services, which began when a private concessionaire assumed control in…
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Pangasinan Honors WWII Veterans with Infrastructure and Healthcare Initiatives
In a heartfelt tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of World War II veterans from Pangasinan, the provincial government and the Department of National Defense (DND) have rolled out a series of initiatives aimed at honoring these heroes. The commemorative event, held on January 9, 2025, at the Capitol Grounds in Lingayen town, saw the…
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Philippine Civil Aviation Authority Allocates P12.4 Billion for 2025 Modernization
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has earmarked a substantial PHP12.4 billion for its modernization and enhancement projects in 2025. This budget breakdown includes PHP10.6 billion designated for civil works and PHP1.8 billion for the upgrade of equipment and systems. According to CAAP, these initiatives are in line with their goal to upgrade…
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Philippines Allocates PHP7.7 Billion for Upgrading 15 Airports in 2025 Budget
In a significant move to bolster the country’s aviation infrastructure, the Philippine government has earmarked PHP7.7 billion for the enhancement of 15 airports nationwide as part of the 2025 budget. This initiative was highlighted by Makati City Representative Luis Campos Jr., who serves as the vice chair of the House Appropriations Committee. The funds will…
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Agusan del Sur Distributes P5 Million in Grants to Four Municipalities
In a significant move to bolster local development, the provincial government of Agusan del Sur has disbursed PHP5 million in grants to four of its towns. The distribution took place on Tuesday at the provincial capitol located in Patin-ay, Prosperidad. Carlosita Plaza, who serves as the supervising administrative officer for the province, oversaw the grant…
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NGCP Aims to Finalize Key Mindanao Substation Projects and Upgrades This Year
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) is set to wrap up multiple interconnection and enhancement initiatives across Mindanao this year, with significant projects slated for completion in Misamis Oriental and beyond. In a recent announcement, NGCP expressed confidence in completing the 230-kilovolt (kV) substation in Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental,…
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Iloilo City Officials to Confront Utility Companies Over Underground Cabling Mandate
In a decisive move to beautify and streamline the city’s infrastructure, Iloilo City officials are set to convene with public utility providers this Tuesday. The focus of the meeting is to enforce the city’s ordinance that mandates the removal of all overhead wires along Diversion Road by January 16, 2025. Mayor Jerry Treñas has been…
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