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Some public spaces are boring for a reason
5–8 minutesOver 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.
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PH issues landmark guidelines on bike lanes
2–4 minutesThe 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…
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Why Western Visayas could host smart cities
4–6 minutesIf 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…
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To Make Iloilo City’s Bike Lanes Successful
4–6 minutesOur city is not as rich as equated to its plans of becoming the Most Bike-Friendly City in the Philippines. We must admit that. Despite of how much we desire to have protected bike lanes such as those in Sydney or having bicycles as part of our daily lives like the people of Japan, we…
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The road safety blueprint is out; have your say
3–5 minutesThe draft Western Visayas Road Safety Action Plan (WVRSAP) for 2026-2028 was released before the National Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. It targets reducing road fatalities through a comprehensive approach involving six focus areas, expert consultations, and alignment with regional development priorities. Its success depends on combined efforts from all stakeholders.
Ilonggo Engineer 