The project aims to introduce a modern bus systemin Davao City to replace current Public Utility Jeepneys (PUJ), tricycles and other means of public transport. The new system include (i) buses replacing PUJs in the city, (ii) optimization of bus routes, (iii) bus stops, bus depots, and minor improvement of roads, (iv) traffic management system, which will prioritize bus transport, (v) introducing performance based contracts with bus operators, and (vi) social development program for affected people.
| Project Name | Davao Public Transport Modernization Project | ||||
| Project Number | 45296-006 | ||||
| Country | Philippines |
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| Project Status | Proposed | ||||
| Project Type / Modality of Assistance | Loan |
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| Strategic Agendas | Environmentally sustainable growth Inclusive economic growth |
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| Drivers of Change | Gender Equity and Mainstreaming Governance and capacity development Knowledge solutions Private sector development |
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| Sector / Subsector | Transport / Urban public transport |
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| Gender Equity and Mainstreaming | Effective gender mainstreaming | ||||
| Description | The project aims to introduce a modern bus systemin Davao City to replace current Public Utility Jeepneys (PUJ), tricycles and other means of public transport. The new system include (i) buses replacing PUJs in the city, (ii) optimization of bus routes, (iii) bus stops, bus depots, and minor improvement of roads, (iv) traffic management system, which will prioritize bus transport, (v) introducing performance based contracts with bus operators, and (vi) social development program for affected people. | ||||
| Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy | The government recognized that an improved and operationally efficient urban transport system in highly urbanized cities is a key factor to sustainable economic growth. Strong economic growth in Davao City has resulted in rapidly growing demand for travel and increased traffic congestion. In line with Presidential Administration Order No. 254, through its National Environmentally Sustainable Transport Strategy, the Davao City approached the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to modernize public transport systems in the city. Davao City is the main trade, commerce, and industry hub of Mindanao. It's also the 3rd most populated city in the Philippines and the largest by land area. Popular modes of public transportation are tricycles, buses, taxis, pedicabs, and jeepneys. Current inter-city, inter-provincial and inter-regional connectivity is heavily congested due to the increase of private vehicles and cargo trucks utilizing the roads as a consequence of rapid urbanization. Efforts to widen the road are being carried out but the increasing urban sprawl associated with real estate development in inland areas limits efficient road public transportation. | ||||
| Impact | More efficient movement of people | ||||
| Outcome | Development of a modern and efficient public transport system in Davao | ||||
| Outputs | Public transport network improvement Institutional strengthening and social development program Bus fleet renewal |
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| Geographical Location | Davao City | ||||
| Safeguard Categories | |
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| Environment | B |
| Involuntary Resettlement | A |
| Indigenous Peoples | A |
| Summary of Environmental and Social Aspects | |
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| Environmental Aspects | Small environmental effects are expected due to the construction of depots/terminals and bus stops on the roads. |
| Involuntary Resettlement | The land for depots/terminals should be required. The location will be identified. |
| Indigenous Peoples | Project has no effect on indigenous people |
| Stakeholder Communication, Participation, and Consultation | |
| During Project Design | The main stakeholders groups are the city officials in Davao, public transport owners and/or operators, and passengers. The city officials and passengers will directly benefit from improved management and public transport services. The owners and/or operators could benefit through enhanced services and revenue streams, but could also be negatively impacted by the transition to a modern public transport system. To address the potential negative impact on owners and/or operators, the project preparatory TA will assess needs and prepare livelihood components for inclusion in the project. |
| During Project Implementation | The project will introduce new forms of performance-based contracts for public transport service operations. Such contracts will include a passenger feedback and measurement system ensuring that the passengers are fully involved in the process and have an active and direct involvement in the project outcomes. |
| Responsible ADB Officer | Kimura, Shuji |
| Responsible ADB Department | Southeast Asia Department |
| Responsible ADB Division | Transport and Communications Division, SERD |
| Executing Agencies |
Department of Transportation and Communications Project Implementation Unit Davao International Airport Devt Project Davao Int'l Airport |
| Timetable | |
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| Concept Clearance | 10 Aug 2015 |
| Fact Finding | 14 Jun 2021 to 09 Jul 2021 |
| MRM | 25 Aug 2021 |
| Approval | - |
| Last Review Mission | - |
| Last PDS Update | 17 Mar 2020 |
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| Title | Document Type | Document Date |
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| Davao Public Transport Modernization Project: Initial Poverty and Social Analysis | Initial Poverty and Social Analysis | Aug 2015 |
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