Public Transport Modernization and Electrification in the Philippines

Basic Information

Grant ID: K-248

Region: East Asia & Pacific

Country: Philippines

Approval Year: 2026

Grant Year: Year 13

Sector: Transport

Grant Status: Closed

TTLs: Bowen Wang, Senior Transport Specialist

Grant Activities

Project Summary:

This program supports Philippines in modernizing and electrifying public transport systems to improve mobility and reduce emissions. The grant strengthens planning, policy frameworks, and technical capacity to scale cleaner, more efficient transport solutions.

List of Activities:

Activity 1: Update public transport route plans and digitalized road networks in two selected cities. This includes improving Local Public Transport Route Plans (LPTRPs) and knowledge exchange with Korean expert agencies.

Activity 2: Develop contracting models to pilot performance-based gross-cost service contracts. The aim is to move away from traditional franchise systems. It includes a technical report and dissemination events.