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PNR Chairman Michael Ted Macapagal is adopting an innovative approach inspired by the development of One Ayala Transport Terminal in Makati to enhance the commuter experience at North-South Railway Center (NSCR) stations.
Macapagal aims to make NSCR stations not just transport terminals but also thriving hubs of business growth, emulating the success of the Ayala terminal. I Photo: Michael Macapagal Facebook
Macapagal aims to make NSCR stations not just transport terminals but also thriving hubs of business growth, emulating the success of the Ayala terminal.
During a guided tour of the One Ayala Terminal, Macapagal admired its model and envisions replicating its success in minimizing road gridlock. The NSCR, spanning 147 kilometers from Angeles City in Pampanga to Calamba City in Laguna with 36 stations, is planned to become a center of commerce, hosting condominiums, malls, and various shops.
Macapagal also imagines the development of housing subdivisions, entertainment centers, hotels, and tourist spots in the vicinity.
While the ultimate goal is to create comprehensive commercial centers, the immediate focus is on establishing each NSCR station as a transportation hub. Commuters can seamlessly transition from public utility vehicles to the NSCR train, contributing to reduced road congestion and improved travel times.
The One Ayala model, located at the intersection of EDSA and Ayala Avenue, serves as a convergence point for various transportation modes, including MRT-3, city buses, utility vehicle express vans, and jeepneys.
Macapagal emphasized the need to provide the public with a comfortable, secure, and seamless travel experience.
The chairman drew inspiration from global examples, noting the pivotal role of railway system interconnectivity in economic development, as observed in countries like China, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, the US, Canada, Great Britain, France, Germany, and Italy.
