The Philippine government is seeking P9 billion in funding to purchase new train sets for the Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2), according to a report by Philstar Biz. The new trains are expected to significantly reduce waiting times for commuters, potentially bringing intervals to under six minutes.
Currently, LRT-2 passengers experience longer wait times due to limited train availability and aging rolling stock. The proposed acquisition aims to address these capacity constraints and improve service reliability on the line, which serves thousands of daily commuters in Metro Manila.
The funding requirement highlights the government's ongoing efforts to modernize the country's rail infrastructure. No specific timeline or source of the P9 billion has been disclosed, but the project is seen as a priority to enhance urban mobility and reduce congestion.