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83% Completed for LRT-1 Cavite Extension Phase 1 Trackwork
Photo credit: Light Rail Manila Corporation
Manila, Philippines - Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC), the private operator of LRT-1, is making significant progress in completing Phase 1 of the highly anticipated 11.7 km LRT-1 Cavite Extension Project. As of end March 2023, LRMC has achieved an impressive completion rate of 82.7% for both civil works and rail system works.
The construction of the viaduct was completed in February 2022, and the focus has now shifted to station construction, including architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and safety works. In terms of the rail system, trackwork and overhead catenary system installation are nearly complete.
LRMC is currently working on the construction of five new stations, with Redemptorist Station at 56% completion, MIA Station at 61%, Asia World at 51%, Ninoy Aquino Station at 55%, and Dr. Santos Station at 60%.
LRMC President and CEO Juan F. Alfonso expressed optimism that commercial operations for Phase 1 could start in the fourth quarter of 2024, citing the continuous milestones achieved by the LRMC team. He also mentioned that the target for this year is to complete all civil and equipment installation works, so that focus can be shifted to commissioning the entire line by next year.
Despite the challenges encountered during the construction, LRMC remains committed to delivering on their promise of upgrading the commuter experience. Since taking over the operations and maintenance of LRT-1 in 2015, LRMC has invested over Php30 billion in capital improvement projects to improve the existing LRT-1 system and make substantial progress with the construction of the Cavite Extension.
The LRT-1 Cavite Extension Project is expected to greatly improve transportation connectivity in the southern part of Metro Manila, providing a more convenient and efficient mode of transportation for commuters. Once completed, the extension is projected to serve an additional 800,000 passengers daily and help alleviate traffic congestion in the area.
The construction of the viaduct was completed in February 2022, and the focus has now shifted to station construction, including architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and safety works. In terms of the rail system, trackwork and overhead catenary system installation are nearly complete.
LRMC is currently working on the construction of five new stations, with Redemptorist Station at 56% completion, MIA Station at 61%, Asia World at 51%, Ninoy Aquino Station at 55%, and Dr. Santos Station at 60%.
LRMC President and CEO Juan F. Alfonso expressed optimism that commercial operations for Phase 1 could start in the fourth quarter of 2024, citing the continuous milestones achieved by the LRMC team. He also mentioned that the target for this year is to complete all civil and equipment installation works, so that focus can be shifted to commissioning the entire line by next year.
Despite the challenges encountered during the construction, LRMC remains committed to delivering on their promise of upgrading the commuter experience. Since taking over the operations and maintenance of LRT-1 in 2015, LRMC has invested over Php30 billion in capital improvement projects to improve the existing LRT-1 system and make substantial progress with the construction of the Cavite Extension.
The LRT-1 Cavite Extension Project is expected to greatly improve transportation connectivity in the southern part of Metro Manila, providing a more convenient and efficient mode of transportation for commuters. Once completed, the extension is projected to serve an additional 800,000 passengers daily and help alleviate traffic congestion in the area.
Apr 14, 2023
