The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) has vowed to continue its support for the Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) in advancing the development and modernization of the country’s first and oldest rail system, the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1).

LRTA Administrator Hernando T. Cabrera made the assurance during LRMC’s 10th anniversary celebration of its operations of LRT-1, held at Redemptorist-Aseana Station. The event was attended by officials from the Department of Transportation, LRMC, LRTA, and other key stakeholders.

Cabrera stressed that LRTA and the national government are closely working together to fulfill their obligations to LRMC, underscoring the importance of sustaining strong partnerships with the private sector. He emphasized that it is important for the government to remain faithful and ready to meet its obligations to strengthen investor confidence and encourage continued investments in public infrastructure.

Cabrera also said that LRTA is closely monitoring the operations of LRT-1 to provide the necessary guidance and ensure that services remain efficient, safe, and responsive to the needs of the riding public. The LRMC consortium took over the operations and maintenance of LRT-1 in 2015 as part of the government’s public-private partnership efforts to improve the rail system’s reliability and commuter experience.

Cabrera extended his congratulations to LRMC management and employees who have worked diligently over the past decade to make daily travel more comfortable and efficient for thousands of commuters.