Batangas City Grand Terminal has been confirmed compliant with government regulations following an inspection conducted today by Board Member Isagani M. Victorio of the Central Office of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), together with Regional Director Rudolph B. Dimas of Region IV-A.
The inspection highlighted the terminal’s overall compliance and its continuous improvements in line with regulatory directives aimed at enhancing passenger safety, comfort, and accessibility.
Officials noted that during a previous visit by the Department of Transportation (DOTr), several recommendations were given, including the addition of more chairs in the passenger waiting area, the provision of restrooms for persons with disabilities (PWDs), and the installation of additional electric fans. These recommendations were promptly implemented by the terminal management.
Further upgrades were also undertaken, such as the installation of additional bollards in the Bus Bay and in the Arrival and Departure areas to improve safety and traffic flow. Among the terminal’s recent initiatives are the construction of common gender comfort rooms, newly built railings, and PWD ramps, all aimed at enhancing convenience and ensuring accessibility for all passengers.
During the inspection, BM Victorio also suggested setting a maximum passenger waiting time before bus and jeepney departures, regardless of passenger load, to further enhance commuter convenience.
Terminal management expressed gratitude to the LTFRB for its continued guidance in improving operations and passenger services.
