LRMC’s management team was named Executive Leadership Team of the Year while LRMC President and CEO Rogelio Singson was among the finalists named for Global Filipino Executive of the Year in the 2017 Asian CEO Awards. Standing left to right: Cavite Extension Project Head Scott Anderson, Chief Operating Officer Rodolfo Chansuyco, Chief Finance Officer Fatima Agbayani, HSEQ Director Val Reyes, Corporate Communications and Customer Relations Head Rochelle Gamboa, and General Counsel Philip Ranada. Seated left to right: Human Resource Head Josette Locara, Operations Director Rodrigo Bulario, President and CEO Rogelio Singson and Engineering Director Wencelso Villavicencio. Not in photo: Information Management and Technology Head Randy Sac.
18 October 2017 – For leadership excellence in improving customer experience on Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), rail operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) was named 2017 Executive Leadership Team of the Year at the Asia CEO Awards last night.
In ceremonies held at the Manila Mariott Hotel, LRMC’s management team was awarded Executive Leadership Team of the Year while LRMC President and CEO Rogelio Singson was among the finalists named for Global Filipino Executive of the Year. Awards organizer Chalré Associates earlier disclosed that audit firm PricewaterhouseCoopers received over 320 entries for 15 categories.
The awards were conferred on LRMC for its achievement in improving efficiencies and introducing innovations that resulted in increased number of trains and trips, improved safety and cleanliness of the stations, and extended operating hours resulting in reduced passenger waiting time, increased ridership, significantly improved customer satisfaction, and the company’s achievement of two ISO certifications for quality management and environmental management — all unprecedented milestones in the 32-year history of Manila’s oldest light rail system.
Presented by PLDT Enterprise, the annual Asia CEO Awards is the largest business awards in the Philippines aimed at promoting the ASEAN region as a premier business destination in the world. Previous winners for Executive Leadership Team included Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, Clark Development Corporation and SM Prime Holdings.
Over 4000 kg of wastes were hauled along Metro Manila’s longest creek, Estero de Tripa de Gallina, in a recent cleanup campaign led by LRT-1 operator Light Rail Manila Corporation and its Live for the Rivers Movement Coalition.
13 October 2017, Manila, Philippines – Over the last two years since assuming operations of LRT-1, Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) has worked to contribute towards the sustainable development of cities and communities through improved safety, comfort and convenience of commuters, with special attention to the needs of women, children, persons with disabilities and older persons.
Last month, with its program Live for the Rivers Movement Coalition, the Company stepped up its commitment by providing livelihood to urban poor communities with the production of Vetiver Grass and Mabuhay Balls and engaging over 800 volunteers to clean up and restore life in Metro Manila’s longest creek, the Estero de Tripa de Gallina (ETG).
LRMC’s Live for the Rivers Movement launched in 2016 to address the river pollution along the ETG. “The Estero de Tripa de Gallina can no longer sustain life,” said LRMC President and CEO Rogelio Singson. “Worse, it flows out to Manila Bay through Pasig River, thereby, contaminating the two large bodies of water that provide food for the population.”
The Coalition includes Pasay City Environment and Natural Resources Office (PCENRO), City of Pasay, City of Paranaque, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the Department of Health (DOH), Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA), Rotary International, the Philippine Coast Guard and the ABS CBN Foundation.
On September 16, a total of 546 volunteers, on foot and on the boats led by Singson, hauled a total of 4,172kilogram of non-biodegradable wastes, installed 16 Vetiver grass pontoons and dropped 220 Mabuhay Balls into the creek.
Vetiver Grass is used worldwide to treat effluents in wastewater. “Over the next few months, we are going to float more vetiver pontoons which will be maintained by the communities and from which they can derive livelihood from its applications in handicrafts and in preventing soil erosion.”
The Mabuhay ball is a tennis ball-sized agent made of beneficial micro-organisms that can break down the toxins and food waste in 1000 liters of polluted water, while the Vetiver grass, when planted along riverbanks, can improve wastewater quality by trapping particles and absorbing pollutants.
Singson noted the importance of the participation of both public and private sectors. “This estero is everyone’s responsibility. We are glad to see that our efforts have set more actions from the residents who are most affected by the environmental dangers brought about by waste materials and other pollutants in the estero.” In addition to the livelihood training and cleanup of the ETG, over 200 Live for the Rivers volunteers travelled all the way from Pasay City to plant about 2,000 propagules in one day at the Lagadlarin Mangrove Forest in Lobo, Batangas.
Live For The Rivers Movement Coalition River Guardians planting Mangroves in Lagadlarin Mangrove Forest, Lobo, Batangas, from L-R: Lobo, Batangas Mayor Gaudioso R. Manalo, LRMC Chief Operating Officer Rudy Chansuyco, LRMC Engineering Director Wencelso Villavicencio
“This is the first time that we are planting mangrove propagules, and we’re thrilled to have made such impact already, especially to the residents of Lobo, Batangas,” Singson shared. “We hope that this measure will encourage residents to take more actions to preserve and protect the environment.”
04 October 2017, Manila, Philippines – In observance of the ‘Linggo ng Katandaang Pilipino’ or Elderly Filipino Week, LRT-1 operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) today announced that all senior citizens can enjoy free rides on LRT-1 all day, Sunday, October 8.
The free rides will be available on all 20 stations of LRT-1, from Baclaran in Paranaque City to Roosevelt in Quezon City, with first trips leaving the stations at 4:30AM, while last northbound trip from Baclaran leaving at 9:30 p.m. and southbound trip from Roosevelt at 9:45 p.m.
To avail of the free rides, senior citizens will be asked to present either their Office for Senior Citizen Affairs(OSCA) ID or any valid ID with indicated date of birth, and will be provided with free special single journey tickets (SJT). For stored value card (SVC) users, senior citizens will be asked to approach the on-site tellers for card activation to avoid fare deductions.
This special treat to elders is an initiative of LRMC and Senior Citizen Party List in honor of our country’s elders. The first week of October is devoted for the elderly citizens of the country in accordance with Presidential Proclamation No. 470 s-1994.
15 September 2017, Manila, Philippines – In celebration of the National Teachers’ Month, LRT-1 operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) today announced that all teachers can enjoy free rides on LRT-1 all day Sunday, September 17.
Free rides can be enjoyed in all 20 stations of LRT-1 from Baclaran in Paranaque City to Roosevelt in Quezon City, with first trips leaving the stations at 4:30AM, while last northbound trip from Baclaran leaving at 9:30 p.m. and southbound trip from Roosevelt at 9:45 p.m.
To avail of the free rides, teachers will be asked to present either their DepEd ID, PRC teacher’s license or their respective school IDs, and will be directed to the designated service gates in each station.
This special treat to teachers is an initiative of LRMC and Gabay Guro Foundation, who will be celebrating their 10th year anniversary with a Gabay Guro Grand Gathering event in the Mall of Asia arena on Sunday.
The LRMC Board Director, Management Committee and TUV Rheinland Representative: (Standing, left to right) LRMC Human Resource Director Josette Locara, LRMC General Counsel Philip Ranada, LRMC Engineering Director Wencelso Viillavicencio, Macquarie Managing Director Michael Rodriguez, TUV Rheinland Phils Managing Director Tristan Arwen Loveres, LRMC President and CEO Rogelio Singson, LRMC Chief Operations Officer Rodolfo Chansuyco, LRMC Chief Finance Officer Fatima Agbayani, LRMC HSEQ Director Valentin Reyes, Operations Director Rodrigo Bulario, LRMC IT Director Randy Sac. and LRMC Corporate Communications Head Rochelle Gamboa.
31 August 2017, Manila, PHILIPPINES – In less than two years since work began to upgrade Manila’s oldest light rail system, LRT-1 operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) formally received today the certification of its management systems to global standards by international certification body TÜV Rheinland.
“This achievement sends a clear message to our employees, customers and trade partners that LRMC is committed to setting the gold standard in Philippine public transport,” LRMC President and CEO Rogelio Singson said.
LRMC, which assumed operations and maintenance of LRT-1 on September 12, 2015, is certified compliant for international standards in Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001:2015), following a two-year companywide program to improve operational efficiencies in the 32-year old LRT-1.
LRMC’s certification makes LRT-1 the first and only railway system in the Philippines to have achieved the ISO certifications.
In a two-stage audit conducted in June and July this year, TUV Rheinland reviewed LRMC’s policies and procedures to meet business objectives, targets and programs that promote environmental protection and ensure quality delivery of LRT-1 services.
Singson added, “Since assuming management of LRT-1 in September 2015, LRMC was able to improve efficiencies and introduce innovations that resulted in increased number of trains and trips, reduced passenger waiting time, improved safety and cleanliness of the stations, increased ridership, extended operating hours, increased customer satisfaction – all unprecedented milestones in the 32-year history of Manila’s oldest light rail system.”
“The achievements of the LRMC bodes well for the Philippine Government’s program to accelerate infrastructure and contribute to inclusive growth and poverty reduction in Metro Manila through safe, efficient, reliable and comfortable journeys everyday.
ISO 9001:2015 is the international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS). Organizations follow the standard to demonstrate the ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
ISO 14001:2015 specifies the requirements for an environmental management system that an organization can use as a guide to ensure continuous improvement in its environmental performance.
LRMC wins the Quill Award of Excellence for the Live for the Rivers Movement Coalition, the company’s corporate social responsibility campaign, and the Quill Award of Merit for the #KaligtasanSaLRT1 safety campaign which used “hugot” lines to promote safety to LRT-1 passengers. Receiving the award from LRMC are (L-R): Ranilio Reyes, HSEQ Manager; Rodrigo Bulario, Operations Director; Valentin Reyes, HSEQ Director; Emmanuel Lucas, Operations Support Manager; Rochelle Elena Gamboa, Corporate Communications Head; Louernie De Sales, Environmental and Ecosystems Manager; Mylinn Mercado, Stations Operations Manager; Kolyn Gervacio, Corporate Communications Associate; and Salvia Dominique Ramos, External Relations
17 July 2017, MANILA PHILIPPINES – On the heels of its awards on finance and public relations, Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) won two more awards at the recent 15th Philippine Quill Awards for their corporate social responsibility program Live for the Rivers Movement Coalition and the passenger safety campaign #KaligtasanSaLRT1.
The Quill Award of Excellence on Communication Management for Corporate Social Responsibility was awarded to the Live for the Rivers Movement Coalition, a program which aimed to help rehabilitate Estero de Tripa de Gallina, the longest creek in Metro Manila. LRMC engaged the participation and support of the both the national and local governments, as well as residents living near the creek to help clean Estero de Tripa de Gallina and spark conversations on how bodies of water in the metro affect everyone’s food safety.
#KaligtasanSaLRT1 was recognized with the Award of Merit on Communication Management for Safety Communication as it used trending “hugot” lines to communicate safety messages to LRT-1 passengers, especially the students and young professionals. The campaign promoted safety awareness not just in LRT-1 stations but also in digital platforms as passengers took the campaign collaterals to social media and became safety advocates themselves.
The 15th Philippine Quill Awards was organized by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), an association of communication professionals from different fields and industries around the globe.
In April this year, Live for the Rivers Movement Coalition and #KaligtasanSaLRT1 also won awards in the 52nd Anvil Awards with a Gold and two Silver wins.
LRMC also took home several international awards for its P24-billion project loan facility. These awards are: Transport Deal of the Year in the Asset Asian Awards 2017; Best Project Finance Deal of 2016 in the 10th Alpha Southeast Asia Best Deal and Solution Awards; and Asia Pacific Infrastructure Deal of the Year in the 2016 Project Finance International Awards.
LRMC’s P24-billion loan facility wins Transport Deal of the Year in the Triple A Asia Infrastructure Awards. Accepting the award on behalf of LRT-1 operator LRMC are Kurt Yee, Finance Manager and Atty. Philip Ranada, General Counsel.
03 July 2017 – Light Rail Transit 1 (LRT-1) operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) scored another win for its P24 billion project loan facility as it took home the Transport Deal of the Year in the recent Asset Asian Awards 2017 held in Hong Kong.
LRMC’s project deal was recognized in the Triple A Asia Infrastructure Awards, which highlights the importance of investing in infrastructure development to aid in economic growth. The award is given by the Asset Publishing and Research Ltd., a multi-media company serving the elite community of leading corporate and financial decision makers in Asia.
Signed in February 2016 by LRMC together with local banks Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company, Security Bank Corporation, and Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation, the P24 billion loan facility is allotted to finance the construction of the LRT-1 Cavite extension and rehabilitation of the existing LRT-1 system. This 15-year omnibus loan and security agreement is expected to benefit 300,000 more passengers from the southern cities of Manila.
Majority of the loan or P15.3 billion will be used for the 11.7-kilometer Cavite extension project, which is expected to finish by 2021. The remaining 8.7 billion will be used for the rehabilitation program of the existing line, which runs from Baclaran in Paranaque City to Roosevelt in Quezon City.
LRMC previously won the 2016 Best Project Finance Deal in Southeast Asia in the 10th Annual Alpha Southeast Asia Best Deal and Solution Awards, and Infrastructure Deal of the Year in Asia Pacific in Project Finance International’s 2016 Annual Awards for the same loan facility.
The LRMC Management Committee with President Rogelio L. Singson and TUV Rheinland Audit Team: (Standing, left to right) TUV Rheinland Auditor Noel Espina with LRMC officers IT Director Randy Sac, HSEQ Director Valentin Reyes, Operations Director Rodrigo Bulario, Engineering Director Rodolfo Chansuyco, President and CEO Rogelio Singson, and TUVR Auditors Melchor Camina and Rolando Remitar. L-R Seated: Corporate Communications Head Rochelle Gamboa, TUVR Auditor Abigail Salomon, consultant Susan Soliven, Chief Finance Officer Fatima Agbayani, TUVR Auditor Lorna Valdez, TUVR Auditor Mary Grace Balobalo, Human Resource Director Josette Locara.
1 July 2017, Manila, PHILIPPINES — In less than two years after assuming the operations and maintenance of Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) achieved another milestone yesterday as it passed the audit of International systems certification body TÜV Rheinland, with a recommendation or certification in Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001:2015).
“This affirms our commitment to deliver quality service to Filipino commuters and set the gold standard in Philippine railway operations and maintenance,” said LRMC President and CEO Rogelio L. Singson at the close of the three-day audit on July 20. “Our employees, shareholders, partners and customers can be assured that the quality of how we manage work process and environmental sustainability reflects this commitment to make commuting in Metro Manila better, more convenient and more and more comfortable every day.”
“Let me say that I am proud to be working with people who are passionate in what they do,” Singson said in his message to LRMC employees. He added: “I am pleased with the team’s focus in making sure that we get the ISO Certification for LRMC soonest. We have never worked together as hard as in this effort.”
ISO 9001:2015 is the international standard that specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS). Organizations use the standard to demonstrate the ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
LRMC’s ISO Working Committee with representatives from all the business units with LRMC President and CEO Rogelio L. Singson (standing, middle) and HSEQ Director Valentin Reyes (standing, third from right) and the TUV Rheinland Audit Team at the closing meeting of the three-day audit for LRT-1’s operations and maintenance.
ISO 14001:2015 specifies the requirements for an environmental management system that an organization can use to continuously improve its environmental performance. It is intended for use by an organization seeking to manage its environmental responsibilities in a systematic manner that contributes to the environmental pillar of sustainability.
TÜV Rheinland conducted the Stage 2 certification audit of the operation and maintenance of the LRT-1 existing system comprised of the depot and the 20 stations from Roosevelt to Baclaran from July 18 to 20, 2017. The audit covered the systems, processes and procedures in station and train operations, traffic management, engineering and maintenance, human resource, finance, procurement, legal, information technology, corporate communications and health, safety, environment and quality. (ENDS)
LRMC is a joint venture company of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation’s Metro Pacific Light Rail Corporation (MPLRC), Ayala Corporation’s AC Infrastructure Holdings Corporation (AC Infra), and the Philippine Investment Alliance for Infrastructure’s Macquarie Infrastructure Holdings (Philippines) PTE Ltd. (MIHPL)
23 June 2017 – Light Rail Transit 1 (LRT-1) operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) today announced that it is also extending the hours and adding more trips to its weekend and holiday operations.
This is following the new timetable that is now being implemented during weekdays in the 20-kilometer train line running from Baclaran to Roosevelt.
According to LRMC President and Chief Executive Officer Rogelio L. Singson, “This new scheme will aid in enhancing LRT-1’s service by cutting passengers’ waiting time and lessening the crowds on the platforms even on weekends and holidays”.
Under the new timetable, first trip on weekends and holidays will be earlier at 4:30 am, compared to the previous 5:00 am. The number of trips on Saturdays and holidays will increase from 423 to 472, while Sunday trips will increase from 323 to 353.
LRMC shares that the move to extend the hours and add trips on weekends and holidays was also driven by the positive feedback garnered from the current new timetable during weekdays. In the new weekday schedule, LRT-1 service is available as early as 4:30 am and as late as 10:15 pm. Number of daily trips was also increased from 512 to 554.
Dry runs for the new holiday and weekend schedule will be done on June 24 to 25 and July 1 to 2. Full implementation will begin on July 8.
09 June 2017, MANILA – In celebration of the Philippines’ 119th Independence Day, Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) today announced that passengers can enjoy free rides on LRT-1 during peak hours on June 12, 2017, Monday. .
Commuters can enjoy free rides in all 20 stations of LRT-1 from Baclaran in Paranaque City to Roosevelt in Quezon City from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 5;00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. First trips leave the Baclaran and Roosevelt stations at 4:30AM while last northbound trip from Baclaran leaves at 10:00PM and Roosevelt at 10:15PM.
This special treat to passengers comes following LRMC’s announcement of additional light rail vehicles (LRVs) that will add more trips to shorten passengers’ waiting time.
LRMC is a joint venture company of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation’s Metro Pacific Light Rail Corporation (MPLRC), Ayala Corporation’s AC Infrastructure Holdings Corporation (AC Infra), and the Philippine Investment Alliance for Infrastructure’s Macquarie Infrastructure Holdings (Philippines) PTE Ltd. (MIHPL)
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