On February 3, the Department of Transportation (DOTr), Ayala Land, the local government of Taguig City, and other stakeholders spearheaded the ceremonial groundbreaking for the Taguig City Integrated Terminal Exchange (TCITX).
Located in Arca South, barangay Western Bicutan, Taguig City, this major infrastructure project is expected to be fully operational by the first quarter of 2028. The TCITX is designed as a state-of-the-art intermodal transport terminal that will connect various modes of transportation.
The terminal, which spans 5.57 hectares, aims to serve up to 160,000 passengers and 5,200 vehicles daily. The TCITX will also link provincial buses from Southern Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao with Metro Manila’s urban transit systems, including the North-South Commuter Railway and the Metro Manila Subway Project. By providing seamless connectivity, the TCITX is expected to reduce congestion and enhance commuter efficiency.
The project is being developed through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP), a model increasingly used for major infrastructure initiatives in the Philippines.
PPPs are agreements between government agencies and private sector companies to finance, construct, and operate projects that serve public needs. In the Philippines, the PPP Center oversees these collaborations, ensuring they leverage private sector investment and expertise while delivering essential infrastructure and services. By involving private partners, PPPs help address funding limitations, enhance operational efficiency, and distribute project risks more effectively.
The Philippines has seen several successful PPP projects that demonstrate the benefits of this model. The four-kilometer Muntinlupa-Cavite Expressway (MCX) was developed under a PPP to improve travel times and reduce congestion. Similarly, the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) has significantly boosted connectivity in Northern Luzon, fostering economic growth in the region.
Looking ahead, the government is actively pursuing new PPP projects to expand infrastructure further. Future initiatives include developing integrated transport systems, water supply facilities, and healthcare services, all of which aim to improve public service delivery and support economic development.
The groundbreaking of the TCITX highlights the growing role of PPPs in the country’s infrastructure strategy. By tapping into private sector expertise and resources, the government aims to deliver efficient and sustainable public services that will drive economic growth and improve Filipinos’ everyday connectivity.
