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GMA Network
a day ago
- Business
- GMA Network
Marcos: No EDSA rehab until rerouting plans ‘solid,' LGUs ready
The rehabilitation of the Epifanio de los Santos Avenue or EDSA, the country's busiest highway, will not take place until a 'solid' rerouting plans have been put in place and local government units (LGUs) are ready, President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. said over the weekend. Marcos last week announced the one-month postponement of the EDSA rehabilitation, initially scheduled to start on June 13, 2025, as he said the two-year timetable would be a big sacrifice as this would lead to heavy traffic conditions. 'Ang sabi ko nga ay masyadong matagal naman 'yung dalawang taon para maabala ang mga kababayan natin (Like I said, two years is too long for our countrymen to be inconvenienced),' he said in a vlog on Sunday. 'Hangga't wala akong nakikitang solid na mga rerouting plans at masiguro na handang handa na ang mga LGU, 'wag muna natin gawin, ayusin muna natin ang mga plano,' he added. (Until I see solid rerouting plans and we ensure that LGUs are thoroughly ready, let us postpone and fine-tune plans first.) Transportation Secretary Vivencio 'Vince' Dizon on Tuesday said Marcos wants to expedite the rebuilding of the major thoroughfare — which spans 23.8 kilometers — from two years to six months. An P8.7-billion cost has been estimated to modernize EDSA and make it flood-free. The rehabilitation was supposed to pave the way for the 24-hour odd-even scheme on EDSA, and the waiving of toll in parts of Skyway Stage 3, among other interventions. A study conducted by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in September 2014 in conjunction with the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) found that the gridlock plaguing the streets of Metro Manila is costing the Philippines at least P2.4 billion a day. Economists now expect this to be higher. In the same vlog, the President also cited the rehabilitation of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), spearheaded by the New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) under a public-private partnership. 'Bilang gateway ng ating bansa, itong mga airport natin kumbaga ang first and last experience nila sa ating bansa, kaya't hindi sapat na magaganda ang tourist spot natin. Kailangan ganon din kaganda ang mga airport natin. Hindi lamang ang Manila airport dinedevelop natin pati ang mga regional airport,' Marcos said. (As the gateway to the Philippines, our airports are the first and last experience in our country, so it is not enough that our tourist spots are beautiful. Our airports also need to be as beautiful. Not only the Manila airport, but we are also developing our regional airports.) The NNIC, made up of San Miguel Holdings Corp., RMM Asian Logistics Inc., RLW Aviation Development Inc., and Incheon International Airport Corp., took over NAIA on September 14, 2024. It inked a P170.6-billion concession agreement with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to take over NAIA in March 2024, after it offered the highest share of its future revenues from operating the gateway to the government. —RF, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
6 days ago
- Business
- GMA Network
Marcos inspects facilities at NAIA Terminal 3
President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. conducted Tuesday an inspection of the newest facilities at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 in Pasay City. Marcos visited the said terminal to check the progress and upgrades delivered since the operations were turned over to the New NAIA Infrastructure Corporation (NNIC). He was welcomed by Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, and Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) general manager Eric Ines. The President was also given a briefing as regards the accomplishments of the NNIC at the terminal's VIP Lounge. He conducted a walkthrough of the terminal's facilities, including the Immigration Area, overseas Filipino workers (OFW) Immigration Annex, OFW Lounge and OFW Rest Area, Transportation Network Vehicle Services (TNVS) area, and Arrival curbside area. The NNIC, made up of San Miguel Holdings Corp., RMM Asian Logistics Inc., RLW Aviation Development Inc., and Incheon International Airport Corp., took over NAIA on September 14, 2024. It inked a P170.6-billion concession agreement with the Department of Transportation to take over NAIA in March 2024, after it offered the highest share of its future revenues from operating the gateway to the government. — RSJ, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
07-05-2025
- Filipino Times
2 killed, including daughter of OFW, in SUV crash at NAIA
A tragic vehicular accident at the departure level of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 claimed the lives of two individuals and left three others injured after a black sports utility vehicle (SUV) rammed into a queue of people, authorities confirmed. Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon, speaking to the media, confirmed that a 4-year-old girl, daughter of an overseas Filipino worker (OFW), and a male adult were killed in the incident. 'Nakikiramay tayo, lalong-lalo na sa OFW na namatayan ng anak niya ngayon. Masakit. Kausap ko 'yung father kanina, OFW siya. Hinatid lang niya ang pamilya niya kasama 'yung anak niya, tapos ito ang nangyari,' said Dizon. He added that three individuals were injured and are currently receiving treatment at San Juan De Dios Hospital. Dizon said that while the crash does not appear to be intentional, authorities are still investigating the circumstances behind the incident. The driver of the SUV is now in the custody of the Philippine National Police (PNP). The crash occurred around 8:00 a.m. as passengers and their companions were waiting near the terminal entrance. According to a statement from New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), operator of the airport, the SUV was initially parked near the terminal entrance when it suddenly accelerated, broke through the outer railing, and slammed into the pedestrian walkway. 'The area has since been secured, and access is now limited to authorized personnel from New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and MIAA Security, who are currently conducting a full investigation,' the statement read. NNIC President Ramon Ang expressed deep sorrow over the incident and vowed to provide immediate support to the victims and their families. He committed to shouldering the medical expenses of the injured and extending financial assistance to the families of those who died. 'This is a very tragic incident. Our priority now is to make sure the victims and their families receive the support and care they need,' Ang said.
Filipino Times
04-05-2025
- Filipino Times
2 killed, including 5-year-old daughter of OFW, in SUV crash at NAIA
A tragic vehicular accident at the departure level of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 claimed the lives of two individuals and left three others injured after a black sports utility vehicle (SUV) rammed into a queue of people, authorities confirmed. Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon, speaking to the media, confirmed that a 5-year-old girl, daughter of an overseas Filipino worker (OFW), and a male adult were killed in the incident. 'Nakikiramay tayo, lalong-lalo na sa OFW na namatayan ng anak niya ngayon. Masakit. Kausap ko 'yung father kanina, OFW siya. Hinatid lang niya ang pamilya niya kasama 'yung anak niya, tapos ito ang nangyari,' said Dizon. He added that three individuals were injured and are currently receiving treatment at San Juan De Dios Hospital. Dizon said that while the crash does not appear to be intentional, authorities are still investigating the circumstances behind the incident. The driver of the SUV is now in the custody of the Philippine National Police (PNP). The crash occurred around 8:00 a.m. as passengers and their companions were waiting near the terminal entrance. According to a statement from New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), operator of the airport, the SUV was initially parked near the terminal entrance when it suddenly accelerated, broke through the outer railing, and slammed into the pedestrian walkway. 'The area has since been secured, and access is now limited to authorized personnel from New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and MIAA Security, who are currently conducting a full investigation,' the statement read. NNIC President Ramon Ang expressed deep sorrow over the incident and vowed to provide immediate support to the victims and their families. He committed to shouldering the medical expenses of the injured and extending financial assistance to the families of those who died. 'This is a very tragic incident. Our priority now is to make sure the victims and their families receive the support and care they need,' Ang said.
Filipino Times
04-05-2025
- General
- Filipino Times
NNIC moves to clear 27 abandoned aircraft at NAIA to boost safety, efficiency
New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) has launched efforts to clear 27 abandoned aircraft from the general aviation area of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), in a move aimed at improving airside safety, maximizing operational capacity, and optimizing limited airport space. Some of these aircraft have been idle for over a decade, such as a Cessna 421B parked since 2009 and a Boeing 737-200 that has occupied more than 865 square meters of the North Taxiway Extension since 2015. Their prolonged presence not only limits space for active aircraft but also raises safety and security concerns. The initiative is part of NNIC's broader modernization push since it assumed control of airport operations in September 2024. In coordination with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) and the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA), NNIC has formally identified and issued notices to the registered owners or authorized representatives of the abandoned planes. NNIC is calling on these parties to immediately coordinate with the corporation to verify ownership and arrange for the aircraft's retrieval or proper disposal. Failure to respond will result in removal and disposal in line with existing laws and regulations. The clearing of these aircraft is expected to ease congestion, improve aircraft parking and ground maneuvering, and support the ongoing transformation of NAIA into a safer and more efficient international gateway.
