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  • With COVID-19, do jeepneys need to max out capacity?

    With COVID-19, do jeepneys need to max out capacity?

    5–7 minutes

    Public transport is really an important component for a prosperous city. The COVID-19 pandemic has tested our already obsolete boundary system of public utility jeepneys which only foster to some extent unfair competition revealed by the shortage of demand at present. It is indeed a good idea to expedite the jeepney modernization program which would…

  • Some public spaces are  boring for a reason

    Some public spaces are boring for a reason

    5–8 minutes

    Over the past 10 years, highway safety standards were formulated including the most recent bridge aesthetics guidelines which are benefiting Jones Bridge in Manila as well as the famous San Juanico Bridge that nears the completion of its aesthetic lighting fix.

  • PH issues landmark guidelines on bike lanes

    PH issues landmark guidelines on bike lanes

    2–4 minutes

    The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has finally convened and formulated a well-coordinated set of guidelines for installation and provision of bike lanes in national roads. This came after the DPWH released Department Order No. 88 Series of 2020 on September 30 prescribing guidelines on the design…

  • Why Western Visayas could host smart cities

    Why Western Visayas could host smart cities

    4–6 minutes

    If you’ve been to Singapore or Dubai, you’re probably much aware of the technology that is applied in their transport system. Did you know that the government has invested for the development of a smart transport system for Region VI? This could potentially be the key for some cities in the Region to become smart…