Philippines develops BRT systems for Iloilo, Bataan and Pangasinan
The Philippines is expanding its public transport pipeline with new bus rapid transit systems planned for Iloilo, Bataan and Pangasinan. The Department of Transportation says the projects are designed to raise passenger capacity in the provinces and connect with existing transport networks.
Highlights
- Philippines is developing new bus rapid transit systems for Iloilo, Bataan, and Pangasinan to address rising provincial passenger demand according to the Department of Transportation.
- The government plans the National Capital Region Busway, designed to integrate with rail lines and major centers, replicating the EDSA Busway model.
- Ayala Land, Inc. will complete the Taguig City Integrated Terminal Exchange by first quarter 2028, with a 5.57-hectare capacity for 160,000 passengers and 5,200 vehicles daily.
Provincial BRT rollout and NCR busway plan
As reported by BusinessWorld, citing the Department of Transportation, the government is developing additional bus rapid transit systems for Iloilo, Bataan and Pangasinan as it builds on its public transport modernization efforts. Transportation Undersecretary for Road Transport and Infrastructure Mark Steven C. Pastor says the projects are intended to provide high-capacity services matched to provincial passenger demand.Pastor, speaking at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Transportation Forum 2026 last week, says the new BRT systems are meant to complement existing transport networks in the three areas. At the same time, the department is planning the National Capital Region Busway, which seeks to replicate the EDSA Busway model through integration with rail lines, terminals and major activity centers.
Terminal construction and transport capacity impact
The transport push also includes work on supporting terminal infrastructure. The Ilocos Norte transport hub and parking building is expected to be fully operational by the fourth quarter of 2027, while the Taguig City Integrated Terminal Exchange is targeted for completion by the end of next year.The Taguig terminal project was awarded to Ayala Land, Inc. and is expected to be fully operational by the first quarter of 2028. Located within the company’s Arca South mixed-use development, the 5.57-hectare facility is designed to handle up to 160,000 passengers and 5,200 vehicles daily, adding interchange capacity to Greater Metro Manila’s transport network.
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