An initial batch of three stations of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (Cebu-BRT) will start pilot operations in September this year, benefiting 70,000 commuters in the Philippines’ second-largest city and major economic hub in the Visayas, according to the Department of Transportation.
Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon said the initial three stations comprising Phase 1 of the Cebu BRT are Fuente, Cebu Normal University, and Cebu South Bus Terminal. At least 70,000 commuters are seen to benefit from the bus system’s pilot operations.
Secretary Dizon said the initial operation of the three stations of the mass transit system in September this year will offer immediate connectivity and mobility to commuters in Cebu. Dizon also said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the pilot operations of the Cebu-BRT and expedite the completion of other stations to serve commuters and ease traffic in the Cebu province.
The construction for the Cebu Capitol station will follow, after finalizing its detailed engineering design to make it a median station from the previous curbside configuration.
Meanwhile, the DOTr chief said Phases 2A and 3A of the BRT which are composed of 13 stations and 62 bus stops will be completed before the President’s term ends in 2028.
Secretary Dizon made the announcement following a meeting with Cebu Governor Pamela S. Baricuatro, Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival, Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña and other local officials.
