(Photo courtesy of LRMC)
MANILA, Philippines – Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) has reopened the ground-floor entrance and exit gates of the LRT-1 PITX Station, allowing commuters to transfer more easily between the railway and the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX).
LRMC President and CEO Enrico Benipayo said Thursday that the reopening provides passengers with an additional access point, offering a more convenient connection between the train station and the bus terminal.
“Our priority is to ensure that our passengers enjoy a safe, reliable, and convenient commuting experience,” Benipayo said in a statement.
He explained that the expanded access gives commuters greater flexibility when transferring between different modes of public transportation at PITX.
The reopened gates also feature a dedicated pedestrian crossing designed to improve passenger movement and streamline daily transfers.
Benipayo said the improvement followed a recent joint inspection of the LRT-1 PITX Station led by Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon.
“This is just one of the initial improvements and developments being implemented, as we are actively rolling out additional initiatives to enhance passenger comfort and convenience further,” he said.
LRMC is also coordinating with the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA), and PITX management to develop additional improvements and long-term solutions for station accessibility.
The company said it remains focused on improving passenger flow, expanding station access, and strengthening connectivity across the LRT-1 network to provide commuters with safer and more efficient transportation services.
