Right-of-way still a problem in CALAX construction | ABS-CBN
ADVERTISEMENT
Welcome, Kapamilya! We use cookies to improve your browsing experience. Continuing to use this site means you agree to our use of cookies. Tell me more!
Right-of-way still a problem in CALAX construction
Right-of-way still a problem in CALAX construction
Jacque Manabat,
ABS-CBN News
Published Aug 03, 2023 09:07 PM PHT
CAVITE - Right-of-way issues remain a problem in the construction of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway, the company building the toll road said on Thursday.
CAVITE - Right-of-way issues remain a problem in the construction of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway, the company building the toll road said on Thursday.
Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) President Rogelio Singson said acquiring right-of-way remains their primary concern and that they have met with Malacañang officials to address the matter and expedite solutions.
Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) President Rogelio Singson said acquiring right-of-way remains their primary concern and that they have met with Malacañang officials to address the matter and expedite solutions.
“Right of way pa rin kaya one of the meetings in Malacanang, this affects all infrasturcture projects and key PPP projects ng gobyerno.” Singson said.
“Right of way pa rin kaya one of the meetings in Malacanang, this affects all infrasturcture projects and key PPP projects ng gobyerno.” Singson said.
MPTC is working on forming a dedicated team, including lawyers from OGCC and solicitor generals, to streamline right-of-way processes and approvals that often cause delays.
MPTC is working on forming a dedicated team, including lawyers from OGCC and solicitor generals, to streamline right-of-way processes and approvals that often cause delays.
ADVERTISEMENT
"May pondo nga dyan, may process, pero pagdating ng approval, wala naman pa lang right of way. So they decided to put a dedicated team including lawyers from OGCC and solicitor generals."
"May pondo nga dyan, may process, pero pagdating ng approval, wala naman pa lang right of way. So they decided to put a dedicated team including lawyers from OGCC and solicitor generals."
CALAX is a 45-kilometer toll road aiming to connect the Manila-Cavite Toll Expressway and the South Luzon Expressway, offering a more efficient travel option for motorists.
CALAX is a 45-kilometer toll road aiming to connect the Manila-Cavite Toll Expressway and the South Luzon Expressway, offering a more efficient travel option for motorists.
Subsection 4, is nearing 90 percent completion. This four-kilometer stretch from Silang to Aguinaldo is expected to accommodate up to 5,000 motorists daily. It is expected to alleviate congestion and improve travel times by diverting traffic from barangay roads between Silang and Tagaytay.
Subsection 4, is nearing 90 percent completion. This four-kilometer stretch from Silang to Aguinaldo is expected to accommodate up to 5,000 motorists daily. It is expected to alleviate congestion and improve travel times by diverting traffic from barangay roads between Silang and Tagaytay.
The toll operator targets the public opening of Subsection 4 in September.
The toll operator targets the public opening of Subsection 4 in September.
MPTC said that the completion of CALAX will also create job opportunities, attract investments, and stimulate economic activity.
MPTC said that the completion of CALAX will also create job opportunities, attract investments, and stimulate economic activity.
ADVERTISEMENT
"It will create job opportunities, attract investments, and stimulate economic activity." Arlette Capistrano, MPT South's Vice President for Communication, said.
"It will create job opportunities, attract investments, and stimulate economic activity." Arlette Capistrano, MPT South's Vice President for Communication, said.
Like other sections of CALAX, Subsection 4 will have solar panels on its toll plaza and LED light fixtures on the roadway to enhance energy efficiency and offset carbon emissions.
Like other sections of CALAX, Subsection 4 will have solar panels on its toll plaza and LED light fixtures on the roadway to enhance energy efficiency and offset carbon emissions.
MPTC is also actively planting trees and establishing bio-diverse areas along CALAX to offset its carbon footprint and mitigate emissions from motor vehicles passing through the expressway.
MPTC is also actively planting trees and establishing bio-diverse areas along CALAX to offset its carbon footprint and mitigate emissions from motor vehicles passing through the expressway.
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
