Gov t again extends tollways RFID transition period
Jan 12, 2021 8:41 PM PHT
This means that the full implementation of the program was postponed for the 3rd time. Cash lanes will still be available. Motorists without RFID will not be apprehended. RFID subscription and installation [are] available in many locations designated by the toll operators, TRB Spokesperson Julius Corpuz told Rappler.
On Tuesday, Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) said 2.08 million RFID stickers have been installed since August 2020. The firm said 85% of motorists passing through MPTC-managed expressways are using RFID.
MPTC has 53 EasyTrip RFID installation booths in customer service centers, gas stations, and near toll plazas. It operates the North Luzon Expressway, Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway, Cavite Expressway, and Cavite-Laguna Expressway.
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Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo
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Quezon City ranks first in the list of the most popular real estate locations in Metro Manila, according to the latest trend report from Lamudi
Majority of seekers are interested to rent rather than buy, a similar trend also observed in Makati and Pasig. As cities that host business districts, this reflects the market’s move to find temporary living spaces near places of work amid the pandemic. In contrast, stronger purchase interest is seen in Metro Manila cities outside the CBDs, such as Manila.
In terms of real estate types, houses are the most popular among seekers looking at Quezon City listings. Horizontal developments represent 29.25 percent of the leads.
Published December 28, 2020, 3:37 PM
Traffic around Metro Manila may be greatly eased with the opening of Skyway Stage 3, the elevated expressway that connects the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) and Skyway to the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX).
San Miguel Corporation (SMC), concessionaire of the Skyway Stage 3 project, announced that it will open starting tomorrow, Dec. 29, 2020. In addition to being opened to motorists, it will be free of toll for one month, until Jan. 29, 2020.
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) president and chief operating officer, Ramon S. Ang, had promised its opening in time for the holidays.
“We are glad to finally welcome motorists, even on a limited capacity, starting December 29. While this is only a partial opening, given the scale and importance of this project, this is a very significant development. We have the government of President Rodrigo Duterte to thank for paving the way for the continuous construction of Skyway 3 over the past few years. We belie
By JON VIKTOR D. CABUENAS, GMA News
Published December 28, 2020 2:00pm The 18-kilometer Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 is set to partially open on Tuesday, December 29, and will be accessible by motorists for free for a month, the project s private proponent announced Monday. San Miguel Corp. chief operating officer Ramon Ang said the project is now expected to fully open on January 14. Despite the continuous rains that delayed its completion, the entire team worked so fard to deliver this game-changing project. Maraming salamat po, he said in a post made through his official Facebook page. San Miguel Corp. is the parent company of CITRA Central Expressway Corporation (CCEC), which bagged the P44.86-billion Skyway Stage 3 Project. It involves the construction of an 18.83-kilometer elevated expressway from Buendia, Makati City to the North Luzon Expressway in Balintawak, Quezon City.