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LTFRB deploys 372 additional buses for Asean holiday travel surge
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board has authorized special permits for hundreds of extra buses to handle increased passenger traffic during the five-day Asean holiday break. The move aims to ensure adequate transport capacity as Filipinos travel for the extended break.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA—The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has granted 372 special operating permits to passenger bus operators ahead of the Asean holiday period, seeking to alleviate transport constraints during the five-day break.
The regulatory body announced the authorization on Friday, recognizing the anticipated surge in travel demand as workers and students utilize the extended holiday to visit provincial destinations and family hometowns across the country.
The supplementary bus fleet is expected to complement regular service offerings and reduce congestion at major terminals and highways during peak travel periods. Officials indicated that the additional capacity addresses typical bottlenecks experienced during national holidays when passenger volumes significantly exceed normal operations.
Bus operators holding special permits are authorized to operate designated routes during the holiday window, with compliance required for safety and operational standards set by the LTFRB. The board continues to monitor transport conditions and may adjust allocations based on real-time travel patterns throughout the holiday break.