A GREEN lane system for contractors could be established by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to speed up the approval process for critical infrastructure projects, Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon said. Speaking at a Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) meeting on Monday, Dizon noted that the Board of Investments (BOI) … Read more
Published Feb 17, 2026 12:27 pm | Updated Feb 17, 2026 03:41 pm The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) plans to launch an expedited procurement system modeled after the national “green lane” program, seeking to lure top-tier builders back to government projects following a series of corruption scandals involving flood-control contracts. During the Philippine Chamber … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon has ordered the swift repair of dikes, bridges and other structures that were damaged during the onslaught of Tropical Storm Basyang. Dizon issued the order following an inspection of structures in Iligan and Lanao del Norte. He ordered the dispatch of additional equipment and personnel to expedite … Read more
TRANSPORTATION Secretary Vince Dizon flew to Tacloban on Sunday, taking the helm of the national government’s urgent response to the structural integrity concerns that threaten the iconic San Juanico Bridge, a lifeline linking Leyte and Samar. “This is not just about a bridge — it’s about keeping two provinces, their people, and their economies connected … Read more
MANILA, Philippines — Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon ordered the creation of a Flagship Project Management Office (FPMO) to fast-track the implementation of big-ticket transportation projects. The FPMO, under Department Order 2025-002, will spearhead the development, monitoring, and execution of key infrastructure flagship projects (IFPs), ensuring that resources and policies are efficiently allocated for their timely … Read more