DoTr aims LRT-1 Cavite ext phase two and three by 2026

The Department of Transportation (DoTr) expects to begin the second and third phases of the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) Cavite extension by 2026, following ongoing right-of-way acquisition issues.

Transportation Undersecretary for Railways Jeremy S. Regino said that while over 80% of the right-of-way has been secured, utility relocations remain a challenge and are nearly complete, with the DoTr aiming to finish these by the end of 2025.

Meralco is cooperating with the DoTr to relocate utilities, although it may take some time due to pole relocation efforts; as of August 1, Meralco has completed 47% of around 700 work orders for various projects.

Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC), which operates LRT-1, announced that it will temporarily halt operations for three weekends this month to expedite the opening of the first phase of the Cavite extension scheduled for completion by year-end.

The first phase of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension is expected to serve about 600,000 passengers daily and add a total of 6.2 kilometers to the line, connecting Baclaran Station in Pasay City to Dr. Santos Station in Parañaque City.