LRT-1 Cavite Extension: A Game-Changer for Metro Manila Transportation
The LRT-1 Cavite Extension Phase 1 is a railway project in the Philippines to connect Filipinos living in the southern part of Metro Manila. The project is expected to operate by the last quarter of 2024 and add 6.7 kilometers of new railway to the existing LRT-1 line. The extension will connect to the LRT-2 and MRT-3 lines. The Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC), a public-private partnership led by infrastructure giant Metro Pacific Investments Corporation and Ayala Corporation, handles the project.
Stations
The Cavite Extension project includes five new stations on the LRT-1 line. The stations are:
- Redemptorist
- Manila International Airport (MIA)
- Asia World
- Ninoy Aquino
- Dr. Santos.
The MIA Station will be the closest to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), although it will not connect directly to NAIA.
Meanwhile, Asia World Station will be directly connected to the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange or PITX, where commuters can board city and provincial buses. Three more stations are planned besides those in the first phase:
Fares
There are no confirmed fares yet for trips to any of the five stations. Normally, the fare matrix of railway operators must be approved by the Rail Regulatory Unit and the Department of Transportation secretary.
Timeline
The LRMC first broke ground for the new stations in May 2019, with physical construction beginning on September 29, 2019. The project then faced delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As of the end of October 2023, the project was at a 95% progress rate for civil and system works. The LRMC targets to complete and operate the five stations by the last quarter of 2024.
The LRT-1 Cavite Ext project continues to shape up as it registered a 94.1% progress rate as of the end of the third quarter of 2023 for the civil and system works of the 6.7-kilometer phase 1 project, composed of five new stations that are in various stages of development.
Alstom, the LRMC’s engineering, procurement, and construction contractor, led the train test run on December 19, 2023, using a Generation 2 train set with the widest car body to check for compatibility with station platforms, walkways, and cableways. The LRMC plans to conduct more train test runs in the coming weeks using train sets of other generations traveling at various speeds and load capacities.
The exciting new extension of the well-established LRT Line 1 will stretch for an impressive 11.7 kilometers, connecting the bustling city of Baclaran to the vibrant town of Niog in Bacoor, Cavite.
With this expansion comes the promise of drastically reduced travel times, transforming the journey from Manila to Cavite from a tiresome 1 hour and 10 minutes to an exhilaratingly brief 25 minutes. In addition, this extended line will boast incredible capacity, effortlessly welcoming anywhere from 300,000 to 500,000 passengers per day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the expected completion date for the LRT-1 Cavite Extension?
The LRT-1 Cavite Ext project is expected to be completed by the last quarter of 2024.
How many new stations will be added to the LRT-1 line after the Cavite Extension?
The LRT-1 Cavite Extension project will add eight new stations to the existing LRT-1 line. The total number of stations will increase from 20 to 28, covering several major cities including Quezon City, Caloocan, Manila, Pasay, and Paranaque, all the way to Bacoor, Cavite. [1]
What is the total budget allocated for the LRT-1 Cavite Extension project?
The total budget allocated for the LRT-1 Cavite Ext project is PHP 64.9 billion. [1]
Can you provide a detailed route map for the LRT-1 Cavite Extension?
The LRT-1 Cavite Extension will extend the existing LRT-1 line from Baclaran in Pasay to Bacoor in Cavite with 11.8 kilometers of new railway. The eight new stations will be located in Redemptorist, MIA, Asiaworld, Ninoy Aquino, Dr. Santos, Las Pinas, Zapote, and Niyog.
What are the latest updates on the construction progress of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension for 2023?
As of the end of the third quarter of 2023, the Cavite LRT-1 Extension project registered a 94.1% progress rate. Construction activities are in full swing, with safety as the top priority of LRMC for its workers and workplaces. Programs are carried out to ensure stringent health, safety, and environmental standards. [4]
How will the LRT-1 Cavite Extension be phased, and what does each phase entail?
The LRT-1 Cavite Extension project will be phased into two. The first phase, which is currently in progress, involves the construction of the Redemptorist, MIA, Asiaworld, and Ninoy Aquino stations. The second phase will involve the construction of the Dr. Santos, Las Pinas, Zapote, and Niyog stations. [3]
Overall, the LRT-1 Cavite Extension project is expected to improve transportation and connectivity in the area, providing a faster and more convenient mode of transportation for commuters.
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