PNR Calamba to employ over 10,000 during construction

The Philippine National Railways (PNR) Calamba Project, the ₱344.6 billion South Commuter train line, will generate over 10,000 direct jobs once its construction starts next year, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Arthur Tugade last night (July 13) announced.

The project will employ residents of Calamba and nearby areas, he added during his inspection of the PNR Banlic Depot in Calamba, Laguna yesterday.

Furthermore, the PNR Calamba project will benefit employees and students as the rail line will cut travel time going to and from workplaces and schools.

Needless to say, the railway will boost local and regional economic development. “Imagine the benefits it would generate for tourism,” he remarked.

It’s “game-changer”, Calamba City Mayor Justin Chipeco acknowledged.

PNR Calamba, the third leg of the massive North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) Project, will connect Metro Manila (Solis St., Tondo) and Calamba, Laguna from the current four hours to just one hour.

The 56-kilometer railway project is expected to serve at least 340,000 passengers a day during its partial operations, while ridership is expected to increase up to 550,000 passengers once the railway is on full operation in 2028.

Funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and with the Official Development Assistance (ODA) from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), PNR Calamba’s 19 stations are located across five cities in Metro Manila and six cities in Laguna.

Opening of bids for the civil works of the depot begins today, July 14.

DOTr expects the awarding within three to four months before proceeding with the mobilization works.

https://mb.com.ph/2021/07/14/pnr-calamba-to-employ-over-10000-during-construction/

Duterte hails LRT-2 East Extension Project

By Azer Parrocha

President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday hailed the construction of the PHP4.5 billion LRT-2 East Extension Project, assuring Filipinos that they would continue to reap the benefits of other projects under his administration’s “Build, Build, Build” program.

In his speech during the inauguration of the extended line, Duterte said the opening of two more LRT 2 stations— Marikina-Pasig and Antipolo – will increase the line’s daily capacity by 80,000 passengers.

“The usual three-hour travel from Recto, Manila to Masinag in Antipolo will now be just 40 minutes,” he said.

He noted that the project will also improve mobility and ensure transportation connectivity, especially in the eastern part of Metro Manila.

“Now, our commuters can travel faster, be more productive at work, and enjoy quality time with their loved ones, especially in the middle of this health crisis,” he added.

He thanked the workers and engineers behind the project’s planning and construction.

“Allow me to thank the hardworking and visionary workers and engineers who took part in the planning and construction of this railway extension and the two new stations that we open today,” he said.

He commended the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and all its private sector partners for the completion of the project despite the difficulties posed by the Covid-19 pandemic.

“Your efforts and determination show that our government stops at nothing to carry on with its mandate to serve the people’s interests no matter the circumstances,” he said.

Duterte guaranteed that the extended line and other developments would be “responsive” to the challenges of the 21st century.

“Let me assure you that we will fully reap the benefits of our ‘Build, Build, Build’ Program as we continue to overcome the pandemic and gradually reopen our economy,” he said.

He also encouraged the public to help the government in creating an environment that will allow the safe reopening of economic activities.

“We can do this by getting vaccinated against Covid-19 and continuing to follow minimum health standards at work and in public places, especially in public transportation facilities like the LRT. To my kababayans, I invite you to remain steadfast in this journey as we reach for our final destination of achieving a more comfortable and dignified life for every Filipino,” he added.

The LRT-2 East Extension Project is expected to help reduce traffic congestion along Marcos Highway, especially in Marikina, Pasig and Antipolo.

https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1145686

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NLEX to spend ₱2B for new Quezon City extension project

By Lisbet Esmael, CNN Philippines

NLEX Corporation is allotting ₱2 billion to build a new two-kilometer expressway section between Mindanao Avenue and Quirino Highway in Novaliches, an official said over the weekend.

"The construction of this new ₱2-billion expressway section will be welcome news for NLEX commuters who currently face daily traffic gridlock in the congested portions of Mindanao Avenue," NLEX Corp. president Luigi L. Bautista was quoted as saying in a statement.

Construction is eyed to begin within the second half of 2021, the firm noted.

"Eventually, this section will be integrated into the future NLEX expansion to C5/C.P. Garcia near Katipunan Avenue. We foresee an interconnected tollway network that will be accessible to the west, east, north, and south sides of Metro Manila," Bautista added.

The top executive also said the infrastructure project could create more jobs, propping up the pandemic-battered economy, especially since Metro Manila contributes 32 percent of the Philippine economy.

Once operational, the logistics sector could also benefit from the project as container cargo trucks, haulers and other commercial vehicles can ply this as an alternate route to the ports of Manila via NLEX Harbor Link all the way to the new Navotas Interchange along Mel Lopez Boulevard, R-10.

The new project is part of the 11.5-kilometer NLEX C5 Link between Mindanao Avenue, Quirino Highway, Regalado Avenue, Congressional Avenue, and C.P. Garcia Avenue in Quezon City.

Aside from NLEX, the firm also operates the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway.

https://cnnphilippines.com/business/2021/6/28/NLEX-to-spend--2B-for-new-Quezon-City-extension-project-.html

NLEX Mindanao Avenue-Quirino Highway section construction to start in 2021

The P2-billion expressway section is part of the NLEX-C5 Link project

The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) will be extended by two kilometers, from Mindanao Avenue to Quirino Highway in Novaliches, Quezon City.

NLEX Corporation plans to start construction of the P2-billion expressway section in the second half of 2021.

The section is part of the 11.5-kilometer NLEX-C5 Link project spanning Mindanao Avenue, Quirino Highway, Regalado Avenue, Congressional Avenue, and CP Garcia Avenue in Quezon City.

The target completion date has yet to be announced.

NLEX Corporation president J. Luigi Bautista said in a statement on Sunday, June 27, that the section would be "welcome news for NLEX commuters who currently face daily traffic gridlock in the congested portions of Mindanao Avenue."

"Eventually, this section will be integrated into the future NLEX expansion to C5/CP Garcia near Katipunan Avenue. We foresee an interconnected tollway network that will be accessible to the west, east, north, and south sides of Metro Manila," Bautista added.

NLEX Corporation also said the project would benefit cargo trucks and other commercial vehicles as it would provide "an alternate route to the ports of Manila via NLEX Harbor Link all the way to the new Navotas Interchange along Mel Lopez Boulevard."

The NLEX-C5 Link project as a whole is seen to cut travel time between Mindanao Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue from 45 minutes to 10 minutes.

NLEX Corporation is a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation, which in turn is a subsidiary of Manny Pangilinan-led Metro Pacific Investments Corporation.

https://www.rappler.com/business/nlex-mindanao-avenue-quirino-highway-section-construction-to-start-h2-2021

NLEX eyes construction of 2-km extension to Quezon City by second half of the year

THE North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) Corporation is set to jumpstart the construction of a new two-kilometer expressway section between the existing Mindanao Avenue toll plaza and Quirino Highway in Novaliches, Quezon City within the second half of the year.

“The construction of this new P2-billion expressway section will be welcome news for NLEX commuters who currently face daily traffic gridlock in the congested portions of Mindanao Avenue. Eventually, this section will be integrated into the future NLEX expansion to C5/CP Garcia near Katipunan Avenue. We foresee an interconnected tollway network that will be accessible to the west, east, north, and south sides of Metro Manila,” said NLEX Corporation President and General Manager J. Luigi L. Bautista.

“The construction of the new section is part of the DPWH Build! Build! Build! Program and is expected to contribute to the government’s economic stimulus initiative aimed at generating more jobs and helping revive the economy amidst the pandemic,” he said.

The project will also be welcome news for the transport logistics sector comprised of container cargo trucks, haulers and other commercial vehicles as it provides an alternate route to the ports of Manila via NLEX Harbor Link to the new Navotas Interchange along Mel Lopez Blvd, R-10.

This new project is part of the 11.5-kilometer NLEX C5 Link between Mindanao Avenue, Quirino Highway, Regalado Avenue, Congressional Avenue and CP Garcia Avenue in Quezon City.

The entire NLEX C5 Link project is expected to benefit 45,000 motorists daily and cut travel time between Mindanao Avenue to Commonwealth Avenue to 10 minutes instead of the usual 45 minutes.

Aside from this project, the tollway company is fast-tracking the completion of the first 5-km. section of the NLEX Connector to España Boulevard in Sampaloc, Manila along the PNR railroad tracks. The NLEX Connector is expected to reduce travel time from NLEX to South Luzon Expressway from two hours to just 20 minutes and is seen to support business activities in fast-growing regions such as Central Luzon and Calabarzon.

https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/1898990/Pampanga/Local-News/NLEX-eyes-construction-of-2-km-extension-to-Quezon-City-by-second-half-of-the-year

NLEX plans to start P2-B QC extension project this year

NLEX CORP. announced Sunday its plan to start the construction of a two-kilometer expressway connecting its Mindanao Avenue toll plaza to Quirino Highway in Novaliches, Quezon City by the second half of the year.

“The construction of this new P2-billion expressway section will be welcome news for NLEX commuters who currently face daily traffic gridlock in the congested portions of Mindanao Avenue,” NLEX Corp. President and General Manager J. Luigi L. Bautista said in a statement.

“Eventually, this section will be integrated into the future NLEX expansion to C5/C.P. Garcia near Katipunan Avenue. We foresee an interconnected tollway network that will be accessible to the west, east, north, and south sides of Metro Manila,” he added.

The new project is part of the government’s Build, Build, Build program. It is also part of the 11.5-kilometer NLEX C5 Link between Mindanao Avenue, Quirino Highway, Regalado Avenue, Congressional Avenue and C.P. Garcia Avenue in Quezon City.

“It is expected to contribute to the government’s economic stimulus initiative aimed at generating more jobs and helping revive the economy amidst the pandemic,” Mr. Bautista said.

The extension project will provide an alternate route to the ports of Manila via NLEX Harbor Link all the way to the new Navotas Interchange along Mel Lopez Boulevard, or R-10.

NLEX Corp. said the entire NLEX C5 Link is expected to be used by 45,000 motorists daily and reduce travel time between Mindanao Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue to 10 minutes from the usual 45 minutes.

NLEX Corp. is a unit of Metro Pacific Tollways Corp., itself the tollways unit of Metro Pacific Investments Corp., one of three key Philippine units of Hong Kong-based First Pacific Co. Ltd., the others being Philex Mining Corp. and PLDT, Inc.

https://www.bworldonline.com/nlex-plans-to-start-p2-b-qc-extension-project-this-year/

PNR North-South Commuter Railway (PNR Clark)

Schedule for CP04 (N1 E&M) is not correct since it has not yet even entered procurement stage.

Malolos-CIA / Solis-Malolos projected operation - December 2024

Solis-Tutuban (November 2025?)

Solis-Blumentritt - August 2026

Blumentritt-Senate/DeptEd - January 2027

Alabang-Calamba - May 2027

Senate/DeptEd-Alabang - May 2028

Complete System - May 2028

Even though Solis-Blumentritt is just 1.1km, that section is still projected to take 4+ years probably due to project complexities (building over LRT station, relocation of Antipolo Street, etc.). Too bad since Blumentritt will be transfer station between NSCR and LRT-1.

The package with the MMSP interoperability is projected to take the longest to complete.

Of course all these dates are subject to change --- allow additional 1 to 2 years to each projected date to accommodate usual delays. Hopefully the entire system is completed by 2030.

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