Tag: Modernization
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Senator Poe Optimistic About DOTr’s Review of Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program
MANILA – Senator Grace Poe expressed optimism on Wednesday regarding the Department of Transportation’s (DOTr) decision to review the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP). She hopes that this review will address the long-standing issues that have plagued the program. Poe highlighted that for over seven years, the DOTr has been urged to refine the…
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NAIA’s Modernization Honored at PFI Asia Pacific Awards
The transformation of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has been celebrated as the Transport Deal of the Year at the Project Finance International (PFI) Asia Pacific Awards held in London on February 20. The accolade highlights the project’s significance, not just for its speed but also for being potentially the largest brownfield airport public-private…
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Bicameral Committee Approves Bill to Modernize Phivolcs
In a unanimous decision, the bicameral conference committee has approved the final version of a bill aimed at modernizing the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The legislation, which merges Senate Bill 2828 and House Bill 10730, focuses on enhancing the agency’s technological capabilities to better manage disasters caused by volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and…
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Negros Power Undertakes Major Overhaul of Bacolod-Silay Transmission Line to Prevent Outages
In a significant move to enhance the reliability of electricity supply, Negros Electric and Power Corp. (Negros Power) executed a comprehensive maintenance operation on the Bacolod-Silay 69-kilovolt sub-transmission line. This initiative, part of a broader rehabilitation and modernization effort, took place on a Sunday and involved a 12-hour power interruption in the cities of Talisay…
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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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Philippine National Police Chief Marbil Outlines Vision for a Modern, Impartial Force by 2025
In a New Year’s message, Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil reiterated the organization’s dedication to evolving into a modern, apolitical entity focused on safeguarding peace and upholding the nation’s Constitution. Marbil emphasized that peace and order are fundamental to a flourishing society, and assured Filipinos of the PNP’s unwavering commitment to…
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Philippines Sees Surge in Travel with Over 19 Million Passengers in 2024
In 2024, the Philippines experienced a significant increase in travel, with the Bureau of Immigration (BI) recording over 19 million travelers entering and leaving the country. According to BI data, 14,540,533 passengers arrived, including 7,922,052 Filipinos and 6,618,481 foreigners. Departures totaled 15,050,136, with 8,348,283 Filipinos and 6,701,853 foreigners leaving the country. BI Commissioner Joel Anthony…
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President Marcos Urges New Philippine Air Force Chief to Elevate Service Amidst Challenges
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has called upon the newly appointed Philippine Air Force (PAF) Commanding General, Lieutenant General Arthur Cordura, to lead the force towards greater agility, credibility, and responsiveness. This directive was given during a Change of Command and Retirement Ceremony held at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, marking the transition from…
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