LRMC ties up with Angkas for exclusive fare discount

In line with its mission to provide a seamless and convenient journey for Filipino commuters, LRT-1 private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) has announced a new partnership with the country’s leading app-based motorcycle taxi ride-sharing service Angkas to beat Metro Manila traffic.

In an exclusive promotion, LRMC has designated select LRT-1 stations with visible, easy-to-find signages as official pick-up and drop-off points for commuters taking Angkas. Angkas passengers riding to or from participating LRT-1 stations can avail of a Php 15 discount (valid for 3 rides) when they use the following codes to book either as pick-up or drop-off areas:

Angkas Prepares For Pilot Run With The Support Of The PNP HPG.

With the motorcycle taxi service Angkas gears for their pilot run, they found an ally on the road with Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group (HPG). With the problem of traffic still growing in various metropolitan cities, their partnership aims to make sure that traffic rules are followed as  well as safety and law enforcement are also maintained.

Led by HPG chief superintendent Roberto Fajardo, he said that the HPG’s mandate is to ensure the safety of the metro’s highways for the benefit of commuters and motorists alike and part of that mandate is to help ensure the smooth and safe flow of traffic in the streets. 

Angkas Is Gearing Up For Pilot Run With Training And Safety Measures

After so many months of stalling and controversies, Angkas finally got the green light to resume operations but has to go through a government-sanctioned six-month pilot run in Metro Manila and Metro Cebu. The run aims to show the government how Angkas provides and additional transportation options for the very congested metro.

They currently have 27,000 biker-partners that mostly depend on the service to provide for their families. When Angkas was put on hold, they and their families were very affected as income became more scarce. But with the persistence of the Angkas management and government agencies like the DoTr and LTFRB, they agreed on a 6 month pilot run which will be assessed if they will pass safety and efficiency standards that will be the basis of giving it a permanent permit to operate.

Angkas Gets Support From Senate Aspirants During The Safety Fiesta

With the annual Angkas Safety Fiesta bringing existing and new riders into the network, it was a great opportunity for all to voice out the concerns of the app-based ride-hailing service that has been pushing for legislative support to make their operations completely legitimate and uphold rider and passenger rights and safety.

Held at the Vertis North grounds, it is the perfect venue where riders from all over the metro and also nearby provinces to converge for the gathering that works as a place for entertainment, knowledge, and even support from senatorial candidates.

Angkas Joins Fintech Philippines Association - A New Horizon For The Motorcycle Service Provider

Fintech is gaining ground in the Philippines with a lot of companies embracing the potentials it can bring to businesses and their clients. Recently, the Fintech Philippines Association (FPh) had their Fintech April Mixer held at the ARK by Unionbank.

This monthly gathering brings together businessmen and start up innovators that are tapping the use of fintech in their investments which is actually very useful, fast, and digital. They also came to talk about the role of transport and logistics  in the e-commerce industry as well as issues related to water technology and social enterprises.

#SaveAngkas Thanksgiving Concert A Hopeful Gathering Despite The Ban

Christmas has been a little bittersweet to Angkas and its riders wherein their operations has been halted by the recent TRO issued by the Supreme Court in favor of the LTFRB. But Angkas continues the fight for their spot as an alternative for mobility in the city. As announced in their Save Angkas Unity Ride, they have a Christmas treat for them with the #SaveAngkas Thankgiving concert held at the Quezon Memorial Circle.

Prior to this, a petition is being circulated to gather signatures and support for Angkas to continue operations. The Angkas petition can be found on this link: https://www.change.org/p/ltfrb-saveangkas-and-support-the-regulation-of-motorcycle-taxis-in-the-philippines, and it is now nearing its goal of 150,000 signatures.

Cry To #SaveAngkas Gets Louder - Drivers Join Unity Ride

If you might have passed EDSA last Sunday morning, you might have encountered a huge number of motorbikes on the road particularly near the People Power monument and nearby areas. This is because it was a protest done by Angkas riders in response to the crackdown of LTFRB on their operations.

Dubbed as the Unity Ride, the riders first gathered at the monument where around 2,000 drivers came in their Angkas uniforms to show solidarity and voice out their frustrations with the ruling. Specifically it was the recent Supreme Court Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) junking a previous RTC injunction that prevented the LTFRB from apprehending Angkas riders. 

EMERGENCY? Angkas Buhay Is Here To The Rescue

Angkas has been a lifesaver to many FIlipinos in the city who needs to get from point to point faster than the regular car TNVS. With the growing number of riders and drivers, Angkas is set to expand further in the coming years.

Along with the expansion, Angkas also believes in the importance of safety on the road for all their customers and drivers That is why they held their Anniversary with a Angkas Safety Fiesta.

Held at the Ynares Center in Antipolo, the gathering brought together thousands of Angkas drivers who are also excited for the many activities and giveaways that happened at teh Safety Fiesta. But they also made a special surprise with the launch of ANGKAS BUHAY.

The rest of the world already benefits from motorcycle taxis

It has been weeks since motorcycle ride-hailing app Angkas suspended operations and as its dialogue with transport authorities on December 12 nears, the discussion about the viability of motorcycle taxis continues to concern the commuting public.

Across the globe, motorcycle taxis are considered an indispensable mode of public transportation, operating from East Africa (where they’re called “boda boda”), to Indonesia (“ojek”), Vietnam, China, to even the US, UK, and France, and yielding large benefits to both individuals and a city’s economy.

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