In a major move to shield the transport sector from economic strain, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered a three-month suspension of terminal fees for all Public Utility Vehicles (PUVs) operating out of the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX), effective May 18, 2026.
The directive is projected to save PUV operators and drivers an estimated total of more than ₱5 million over the ninety-day period.
The suspension follows a formal recommendation from Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Banoy Lopez, who cited the urgent need to cushion transport workers against the relentless surge in global diesel prices. By eliminating the daily terminal fees, the administration aims to immediately increase the take-home income of jeepney, bus, and UV Express operators.
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Effective Date: May 18, 2026
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Duration: Three (3) months
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Total Estimated Savings: Over ₱5,000,000 for the transport sector
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Coverage: All PUV operators and drivers utilizing the PITX hub
“Our drivers and operators are the backbone of our daily economy, and they are currently bearing the brunt of high fuel costs,” said DOTr Secretary Banoy Lopez. “This temporary relief ensures that instead of paying terminal fees, that money goes straight back into their pockets to feed their families and sustain their livelihoods.”
The DOTr, in coordination with the management of PITX, is already finalizing the implementing guidelines to ensure a seamless transition on May 18. The agency clarified that terminal operations, passenger services, and commuter schedules will remain fully uncompromised during the suspension period.
The administration continues to monitor the fuel situation closely and is exploring further long-term interventions to support the public transport sector while keeping commuter fares stable.
