Rappler's latest stories on MRT 3
‘Walang pagbabago’: Long lines ensue after MRT-3 breaks down
Netizens suggest possible solutions to the public transportation crisis as the MRT break downs for almost a full day
DOTr-MRT3 blames previous maintenance provider for revenue losses
Three years after taking over, MRT operators still blame the 'mismanagement' of previous administrators for its problems
Tugade on MRT3 losses in 2018: 'Don't judge DOTr on isolated cases'
Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade plans to put 3 Dalian MRT3 trains in operation by the end of the year
MRT, LRT, PNR suspend operations after Luzon earthquake
(UPDATED) All passengers are evacuated from train stations as operations are halted due to the earthquake on Monday, April 22
After years of delay, DOTr begins adding Dalian trains to MRT3
A new train with 3 train cars has been added to the MRT3 system, which is known for its frequent breakdowns
The week in photos: August 11-17, 2018
This week's selection of photo highlights here and around the world
COA: China firm owes PH gov't P1.3B in damages over train contract
The liquidated damages, however, exceed the 10% limit of the P3.76-billion contract under the law. The Commission on Audit says the DOTr should consider revoking its contract with Dalian.
Japan's Sumitomo set to return as MRT3 maintenance provider
The Department of Transportation also says that audit report on the controversial Dalian trains is already out, but the decision whether these could be used or not depends on pending discussions with the Chinese company
MRT3 operations director accuses GM Garcia of assaulting him
(UPDATED) MRT3 Director for Operations Mike Capati says he was physically assaulted in front of DOTr Usec TJ Batan and representatives from Australia Aid and ADB
Ahead of maintenance, MRT3 has more trains but more breakdowns
More trains are now available to the commuting public but it still suffers from more breakdown incidents on the same week
Now 11 trains: MRT3 inches to 300,000 riders daily
A week after MRT3 fields 10 trains, the MRT3 management deploys one train more than its target. It has been two months since there were more than 10 MRT3 trains working
After a month, MRT3 finally deploys 10 trains
After a month wait, the MRT3 management is finally able to deploy 10 trains for the commuting public
[Right of Way] Taking the MRT during rush hour
Vince takes the MRT during rush hour – and lives to tell the tale
First in 2018: No MRT3 breakdown in 9 days
Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade attributes this 'luck' to the availability of spare parts delivered mid-February. Still, there are only 8 functioning trains.
New low: Zero trains, power failure for 230,000 MRT3 riders
From 8 working trains the week before, the week of February 19 opens without a train running at 5:30 am
Down to 8 trains: How the MRT3 packs 260,000 commuters daily
Working trains are now down to 8. When the unthinkable happens, 260,000 commuters pack themselves into 6 or 7 trains daily
MRT3 suffers almost daily breakdowns since start of 2018
A total of 33 incidents has been recorded from January 1 to February 9
DOTr apologizes for MRT3 train smoke incident
'Fault analysis is ongoing, and in the interest of accuracy and transparency, DOTr has directed MRT-3 Management to release to the public their technical findings at the soonest possible time,' the department says
MRT emits smoke – again
The Department of Transportation has recorded 25 glitches and other service interruptions on the EDSA line since 2018 started
Ex MRT-3 service provider blacklisted from future bids by DOTr
Busan Universal Rail Incorporated, the former maintenance provider of the MRT-3 line, along with its joint venture firms, Busan and Edison, are barred after government terminated its contract last November
NBI to probe detached MRT train as sabotage angle floated
The Department of Transportation floats the idea that the incident may be a case of 'sabotage'
Medical intern who helped MRT victim may soon find a law named after her
(UPDATED) A lawmaker wants his bill, which seeks to institutionalize a national emergency medical services system, to be named after Charlie Jandic
Smoke forces MRT-3 train to unload passengers
A northbound train along MRT-3 offloads passengers after smoke was seen inside on one of its coaches
3 MRT trains 'die' on passengers during Undas
The DOTr records 3 trains stopping, then 'removed without replacement' on November 1
Another MRT-3 malfunction unloads passengers
In what is becoming a daily fare, the MRT-3 experienced 20 glitches in less than a week – mostly during the rush hours
Busan Universal Rail calls DOTr's move to end contract 'unfair'
The Korean Filipino maintenance service provider says it should not be blamed for every MRT3 glitch but transportation official Cesar Chavez says most train issues are due to poor maintenance
Manny Pangilinan's group mulls buying out MRT3 owners
Metro Pacific has an option to acquire a 48 stake in MRTC after signing cooperation agreements with various groups that hold rights and interests The conglomerate has yet to exercise this option
Ayala to join Metro Pacific in MRT3 rehab proposal
The two conglomerates are also partners in the operations maintenance and upgrade of LRT1
Groups of Ramon Ang, MVP set sights on MRT3 upgrade
It was in 1999 when MRT3 was opened to decongest EDSA Now EDSA remains congested
LRT, MRT, PNR schedules: Holy Week 2017
LRT 1 and 2 MRT 3 and PNR will undergo maintenance works from Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday
CA junks MRT3 owners' appeal to stop gov't from getting more trains
The appellate court says the MRT3 owners claims are merely self serving and uncorroborated by independent witnesses
Aquino on Abaya, Santiago on budget cut, nuclear threat | 6PM wRap
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PH transportation, new immigration chief, Pia Wurtzbach | 12PM wRap
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Roxas: Time to end 'anomalous' MRT3 contract
The LP standard bearer who was DOTC Secretary for over a year insists he did what he could given the limitations of a faulty contract
APEC week: LRT, MRT, PNR on regular operations
Metro Manila s train networks will observe regular schedules with roads closed for APEC week
Laglag-bala scheme, transportation woes, released hostage | 12PM wRap
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Poe overtakes Binay, new political appointees, Charleston shooting | 6PM wRap
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Only 5 MRT trains running; long lines at stations
Only 5 trains are running as of 12 pm down from the usual 10 to 15 trains
PNP on US involvement, Sulpicio Lines, Filipinas in Mars | The wRap
Police downplay US involvement in Mamasapano clash Sulpicio Lines can no longer ferry people 2 Filipinas are candidates for a colony on Mars
MRT3 contractor faces P27-M fines
Penalties incurred by contractor cover its first 6 months of maintenance
MRT3 shareholder: Gov’t budget for buyout not enough
MRT Holdings says government’s P56 B buyout bid only covers MRT3 bonds bought by state banks
DOTC to bid out MRT3 extended maintenance contract
The government is hoping a 3 year maintenance contract will address the problems currently besetting the aging system
DOTC insists TriNoma is the LRT-MRT common station site
The agency is also still looking for a ‘win win’ solution pending its appeal to lift the TRO issued by the Supreme Court
#AnimatED: Problema sa MRT? Rebolusyon ang solusyon!
Meron tayong kalbaryo araw araw Pero nananahimik tayo nagtitiis
Palace: President still trusts Abaya
Despite two separate incidents in the MRT 3 line Malacañang says President Aquino is fully confident in Secretary Abaya s abilities
DOTC appeals SC TRO on transfer of LRT-MRT common station
The DOTC says it has submitted its comments on time through the Office of the Solicitor General
Is it worth it? Senate to scrutinize P6.6B MRT budget
Under its proposed budget the DOTC promises to keep MRT service disruptions to under 300 in 2015
Senators push probe of MRT-3 operations, PH public transport
Senators call for a probe not only on the derailed train but also on the MRT 3 maintenance and the country s public and mass transport system
From peeved to alarmed: MRT rider recalls train derailing
An MRT passenger narrates why it may take her some time to ride the train again despite safety assurances from transportation officials
List of injured MRT-3 passengers
UPDATED At least 38 MRT passengers have been admitted to 3 hospitals in Pasay City but only 34 names are available so far
