MPT South’s Drayberks B.I.S.A Earns Praises from LGUs
Metro Pacific Tollways South (MPT South), the concessionaire for Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX), including its C5 Link segment, and Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), successfully concluded the Drayberks B.I.S.A (Buhay Ingatan, Sasakya’y Alagaan) series of caravans in collaboration with Cavite State University (CvSU). The caravans were organized as part of the celebration of Road Safety Month in May and aim to educate drivers of the important aspects of road safety which are: self-safety, vehicle safety and roadworthiness, and safe driving.
These seminars were conducted at strategic locations including Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX), SM City Bacoor, and SM City Santa Rosa, the initiative instilled knowledge to a diverse audience. Participants ranged from public and private drivers to traffic enforcers, mall-goers, and even college students. The seminars highlighted the critical aspects of vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting, emphasizing their direct impact on road safety.
“By equipping individuals with essential skills and knowledge, MPT South remains dedicated to fostering a culture of responsible driving and ensuring safer roads for all. The success of the Drayberks B.I.S.A is a testament to our commitment to prioritizing the well-being of road users and the communities we serve,” said Mr. Raul L. Ignacio, president and general manager of MPT South.
The toll road company’s initiative in advocating road safety has received high praise from local government units and transport group ACTO (Alliance of Concerned Transport Organization). Their commendation acknowledges the company’s efforts not only in ensuring the safety of motorists on its road network but also in promoting a culture of safety within surrounding communities.
“As members of the transport sector, we face the daily vulnerability of road traffic accidents as we traverse the roads. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to MPT South for taking the initiative to prioritize road safety and instill its importance in the minds of every driver. This seminar proved invaluable in equipping our PUV drivers with the necessary knowledge and skills to remain vigilant, prepared, and prevent accidents that can save the lives of every passenger. We commend MPT South for their commitment to a safer transportation environment for all,” said Alliance of Concerned Transport Organization (ACTO) National President Liberty de Luna.
“The City Government of Bacoor expresses sincere gratitude to MPT South for its unwavering support to the Bacoorenos. From donation drives to tourism assistance and now this road safety awareness caravan, MPT South has consistently been a valuable partner in uplifting our community. This free seminar is instrumental in raising awareness among our Bacooreños motorists about the critical importance of maintaining their vehicles in optimal condition for ensuring safety on the roads. We stand united with MPT South in advocating for road safety and making our city a safer place for everyone,” said Bacoor City Mayor Strike Revilla.
“I would like to acknowledge MPT South for organizing this event in observance of Road Safety Month this May. Thank you for choosing the City of Santa Rosa as venue for your road safety caravan. Aptly called “Drayberks: Buhay Ingatan, Sasakya’y Alagaan (B.I.S.A.) Caravan”, this initiative attests to your company’s dedication to promoting road safety awareness. This resonates with our efforts in the City Government to have an efficient transportation system. And one way to achieve that is to emphasize the importance of safe driving for the well-being of both motorists and pedestrians. That is why we are more than happy, and I am sure that is also the case for SM City Santa Rosa, to partner with you on this endeavor for this means lives will be saved. We do hope that this collaboration between MPT South and the City Government of Santa Rosa will endure, allowing us to work hand in hand in creating a safer environment for our community. With that said, we look forward to more opportunities to work together so we can make a significant impact in raising awareness and fostering responsible road behavior. Congratulations, MPT South, on the success of this caravan. Maraming salamat. Mabuhay po kayo!” said Santa Rosa City Mayor Arlene Arcillas.
Following its successful launch this Road Safety Month, MPT South plans to continue this year’s rollout of Drayberks B.I.S.A caravan in neighboring communities on its expressway networks and expand it to even more organizations and individuals.
Drayberks, an award-winning social advocacy of MPT South, is dedicated to educating motorists on road safety and empowering them to make the most of the expressway’s safety features. Since 2018, it has been actively engaged with key stakeholders and transport groups to share important reminders to motorists on safety behind wheels.
MPT South is a subsidiary of Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC), the largest toll road developer and operator in the country. MPT South’s Drayberks road safety advocacy falls under the pillar of MPTC’s initiative ‘Mission: Road Safety,’ which focuses on conducting road safety awareness seminars and digital information campaigns to educate the general and motoring public, ensuring their safe journey along MPTC expressways in Luzon and Visayas—CAVITEX, C5 Link, CALAX, NLEX (North Luzon Expressway), NLEX Connector Road, SCTEX (Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway), and CCLEX (Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway) in Cebu.
These initiatives are aligned with the United Nations General Assembly’s adopted resolution, “Improving Global Road Safety,” which sets an objective of reducing road traffic deaths and injuries by at least 50% before 2030.
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MPT South’s Drayberks B.I.S.A Earns Praises from LGUs
Naging matagumpay ang Metro Pacific Tollways South (MPT South), ang concessionaire para sa Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX), ang C5 Link segment nito, at ang Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), sa paglulunsad ng magkakasunod na Drayberks B.I.S.A (Buhay Ingatan, Sasakya’y Alagaan) Caravan katuwang ang Cavite State University (CvSU) para sa selebrasyon ng Road Safety Month noong Mayo. Layun ng caravan na magbigay kaalaman sa mga motorista patungkol sa road safety: self-safety, vehicle safety at road worthiness, at ligtas na pagmamaneho.
Isinagawa ito sa Paranaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX), SM City Bacoor, at SM City Santa Rosa na dinaluhan ng mga public at private drivers, traffic enforcers, mall goers, at maging mga estudyante. Ipinakita sa seminar ang kahalagahan ng pag-aalaga ng sasakyan at pagtroubleshoot dito na mahalaga para sa kaligtasan sa daan.
“Sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay ng mahahalagang kasanayan at kaalaman sa mga indibidwal, patuloy na naghahatid ng serbisyo ang MPT South sa pagpapaunlad ng kultura ng responsable at ligtas na pagmamaneho para sa lahat. Ang tagumpay ng Drayberks B.I.S.A ay patunay ng aming dedikasyon sa pagbibigay-prioridad sa kapakanan ng mga gumagamit ng kalsada at ng mga komunidad na ating pinagsisilbihan,” ani Mr. Raul L. Ignacio, President at General Manager ng MPT South.
Umani ng papuri ang inisyatibo na ito ng toll road company mula sa mga local government units at sa transport group na ACTO (Alliance of Concerned Transport Organization). Ang pagkilala nito ay nagpapatunay sa pagsisikap ng kumpanya, hindi lamang sa pagtitiyak ng kaligtasan ng mga motorista sa kanilang kalsada, kundi pati na rin sa pagpapalaganap ng kultura ng kaligtasan sa mga nakapaligid na komunidad.
“As members of the transport sector, we face the daily vulnerability of road traffic accidents as we traverse the roads. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to MPT South for taking the initiative to prioritize road safety and instill its importance in the minds of every driver. This seminar proved invaluable in equipping our PUV drivers with the necessary knowledge and skills to remain vigilant, prepared, and prevent accidents that can save the lives of every passenger. We commend MPT South for their commitment to a safer transportation environment for all,” ani Alliance of Concerned Transport Organization (ACTO) National President Liberty de Luna.
“The City Government of Bacoor expresses sincere gratitude to MPT South for its unwavering support to the Bacooreños. From donation drives to tourism assistance and now this road safety awareness caravan, MPT South has consistently been a valuable partner in uplifting our community. This free seminar is instrumental in raising awareness among our Bacooreños motorists about the critical importance of maintaining their vehicles in optimal condition for ensuring safety on the roads. We stand united with MPT South in advocating for road safety and making our city a safer place for everyone,” mensahe ni Bacoor City Mayor Strike Revilla.
“I would like to acknowledge MPT South for organizing this event in observance of Road Safety Month this May. Thank you for choosing the City of Santa Rosa as venue for your road safety caravan. Aptly called “Drayberks: Buhay Ingatan, Sasakya’y Alagaan (B.I.S.A.) Caravan”, this initiative attests to your company’s dedication to promoting road safety awareness. This resonates with our efforts in the City Government to have an efficient transportation system. And one way to achieve that is to emphasize the importance of safe driving for the well-being of both motorists and pedestrians. That is why we are more than happy, and I am sure that is also the case for SM City Santa Rosa, to partner with you on this endeavor for this means lives will be saved. We do hope that this collaboration between MPT South and the City Government of Santa Rosa will endure, allowing us to work hand in hand in creating a safer environment for our community. With that said, we look forward to more opportunities to work together so we can make a significant impact in raising awareness and fostering responsible road behavior. Congratulations, MPT South, on the success of this caravan. Maraming salamat. Mabuhay po kayo!” mensahe ni Santa Rosa City Mayor Arlene Arcillas.
Matapos ang matagumpay na paglulunsad nito ngayong Road Safety Month, plano ng MPT South na ipagpatuloy ang pag roll-out ng Drayberks B.I.S.A caravan sa mga kalapit na komunidad ng kanilang expressway network at palawakin ito patungo sa mas maraming organisasyon at indibidwal.
Ang Drayberks, isang award-winning social advocacy ng MPT South, ay nakatuon sa pagtuturo ng mga motorista tungkol sa kaligtasan sa kalsada at pinapalakas ang kanilang kakayahan na magamit ang mga safety feature ng expressway. Simula noong 2018, aktibong nakikipag-ugnayan ito sa mga pangunahing stakeholder at grupo sa transportasyon upang ibahagi ang mahahalagang paalala sa mga motorista ukol sa kaligtasan sa daan.
Ang ‘Drayberks’ road safety advocacy ng MPT South ay nakailalim sa inisyatiba ng MPTC na tinawag na “Mission: Road Safety” kung saan nakapokus ito sa paghahatid ng mga road safety awareness seminars at digital information campaigns para sa mga motorista upang masiguro ang ligtas na pagdaan nito sa kahabaan ng MPTC expressways sa Luzon at Visayas —CAVITEX, C5 Link, CALAX, NLEX (North Luzon Expressway), NLEX Connector Road, SCTEX (Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway) at CCLEX (Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway) sa Cebu.
Ang mga inisyatibong ito ay nakahanay sa adopted resolution ng United Nations General Assembly na ‘Improving Global Road Safety,’ na may layung mabawasan ang road traffic deaths at injuries ng 50% bago sumapit ang taong 2030.
