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The Light Rail Manila Corp. said Friday the LRT-1 Cavite Extension phase 1 is on schedule to open by the fourth quarter of 2024.
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto said the project represents a dramatic shift in transit-oriented development and will act as a catalyst for economic activity. It also includes the procurement of 30 four-car fourth-generation light rail vehicles to be operated across the entire LRT-1 alignment. All five stations boast of an inclusive design, featuring two elevators per station for easy access for passengers with disabilities . Escalators will serve both northbound and southbound passengers, ensuring a smooth flow of traffic.
“The nearing completion of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension Phase 1 is a testament to the government and private sector’s commitment to improving public transportation in the country. An excellence showcase of how public private partnership works, this project underscores LRMC’s commitment to providing a safe, convenient, and passenger-centric commuting experience for everyone,” LRMC general manager Enrico Benipayo said.
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