Angkas sa motorsiklo pisak sa trak
MANILA, Philippines – Biyaheng morgue ang isang lalaki habang sugatan ang kanyang kapitbahay na nagmamaneho ng inangkasang motorsiklo nang masalpok at masagasaan ng trailer truck, kamakalawa ng gabi sa Malabon. Agad nagkikisay si Ariel Macaraeg, 51, machine operator, ng 44 Prelaya St. Brgy. Tugatog sanhi ng pinsala ulo at katawan, habang nakaratay sa Valenzuela Medical […] The post Angkas sa motorsiklo pisak sa trak appeared first on REMATE ONLINE......»»
New Angkas app redefines motorcycle rides
Homegrown motorcycle taxi firm Angkas has unveiled a new app to redefine motorcycle taxi service and set a new benchmark for speed, safety and efficiency......»»
Elevating ambitions beyond mere survival
In the bustling streets of the Philippines, amidst the roar of engines and the hurried pace of daily life, the Angkas bikers weave through traffic, not just as navigators of the city’s congested pathways but as carriers of dreams, both modest and burgeoning......»»
Student-biker gets free tuition ride from Angkas
JV Ambrosio is on his third year as an electrical engineering student at the University of the East in Manila. Packed with an academic load of 31 units, he starts his day early at 7 a.m. for his first class......»»
Angkas rolls out new app
Homegrown motorcycle taxi app Angkas kicked off the year with the phase-in of its enhanced app in its various areas of operation – Cagayan de Oro, Metro Cebu, and soon in Metro Manila......»»
Angkas to Angcars? Here are the challengers to Grab’s ride-hailing dominance
There are currently six approved transport network companies, with Angkas and possibly InDrive set to join them, but none have yet to truly challenge Grab.....»»
Angkas to ‘Angcars?’ Here are the challengers to Grab’s ride-hailing dominance
There are currently six approved transport network companies, with Angkas and possibly InDrive set to join them, but none have yet to truly challenge Grab.....»»
Angkas eyes entry into 4-wheel market
From two wheels to four, motorcycle taxi service provider Angkas is setting its compass toward a territory dominated by the biggest ride-hailing app in Southeast Asia......»»
Accountability in road safety and biker recognition
The disturbing dashcam footage capturing the deliberate collision between an orange Suzuki Wagon and an Angkas biker with a passenger on the bustling streets of EDSA in Mandaluyong City serves as a stark reminder of the perils of road rage......»»
OCD, Angkas team up for emergency response during disasters
The Office of Civil Defense formalized Wednesday an agreement with motorcycle taxi provider Angkas, designating them as first responders during calamities......»»
OCD, Angkas team up for emergency response during disasters
The Office of Civil Defense formalized Wednesday an agreement with motorcycle taxi provider Angkas, designating them as first responders during calamities. .....»»
Sobretodo shines in Angkas Dream Cup
Angkas, the country’s dependable and most preferred moto ride-hailing service, marked another thrilling chapter in the world of motorsport with the successful staging of Angkas Dream Cup Season 2 at the renowned Clark Speedway last Oct. 15......»»
Over 13K delivery riders now have Pag-IBIG
In a span of only three months after Pag-IBIG Fund entered partnerships with the country’s top transport networks to provide better access to its membership, 13,128 delivery drivers and riders have registered as Pag-IBIG members and now enjoy the agency’s benefits. “We are very happy that a growing number of delivery riders are now part of the more than 15.6 million active members of Pag-IBIG Fund. As members of Pag-IBIG Fund, they now have secure savings and shall gain access to our affordable home loans. This is in line with our efforts to provide inclusive housing to all Filipino workers under the Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Housing or 4PH Program of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.,” said Secretary Jose Rizalino L. Acuzar, who leads the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development and the 11-member Pag-IBIG Fund Board of Trustees. Earlier this year, Pag-IBIG Fund partnered with transport network and app-based courier companies Angkas, foodpanda, Grab, Lalamove and Pick-A-Roo. With the partnerships, delivery riders are provided better access to Pag-IBIG Fund membership to allow them to enjoy the agency’s benefits that include its Regular and MP2 Savings, short-term cash loans, affordable home loans and the Pag-IBIG Loyalty Card Plus. The post Over 13K delivery riders now have Pag-IBIG appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Over 13K delivery riders now have Pag-IBIG
In a span of only three months after Pag-IBIG Fund entered partnerships with the country’s top transport networks to provide better access to its membership, 13,128 delivery drivers and riders have registered as Pag-IBIG members and now enjoy the agency’s benefits. “We are very happy that a growing number of delivery riders are now part of the more than 15.6 million active members of Pag-IBIG Fund. As members of Pag-IBIG Fund, they now have secure savings and shall gain access to our affordable home loans. This is in line with our efforts to provide inclusive housing to all Filipino workers under the Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Housing or 4PH Program of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.,” said Secretary Jose Rizalino L. Acuzar, who leads the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development and the 11-member Pag-IBIG Fund Board of Trustees. Earlier this year, Pag-IBIG Fund partnered with transport network and app-based courier companies Angkas, Foodpanda, Grab, Lalamove and Pick-A-Roo. With the partnerships, delivery riders are provided better access to Pag-IBIG Fund membership to allow them to enjoy the agency’s benefits that include its Regular and MP2 Savings, short-term cash loans, affordable home loans and the Pag-IBIG Loyalty Card Plus. Pag-IBIG Fund Chief Executive Officer Marilene C. Acosta, meanwhile, expects that the number of delivery riders who shall become Pag-IBIG Fund members will continue to rise, especially with the agency’s ongoing Pag-IBIG Asenso Rider Raffle Promo, a special raffle promo for delivery riders. “We remain committed to our mandate of bringing the benefits of Pag-IBIG Fund membership to more Filipino workers. This includes our delivery riders, whose service have become vital in our daily lives. That is why in addition to bringing them better access to Pag-IBIG Fund membership, we are also providing our delivery riders the opportunity to win special prizes to help them with their livelihood with the Pag-IBIG Asenso Rider Raffle Promo. All these are among the many ways how we bring our Lingkod Pag-IBIG Brand of Service -- "Tapat na Serbisyo, Mula sa Puso" -- to our members,” Acosta added. The post Over 13K delivery riders now have Pag-IBIG appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Boy Abunda late at hosting show due to traffic, rides Angkas; Rocco Nacino helps open talk show
Kapuso actor Rocco Nacino opened GMA-7's talk show "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda" because Boy was late due to traffic. .....»»
‘PasaHero’ ibinandera ang nakakaantig na istorya ni Vice Ganda, muntikan na nga bang sukuan ang pagiging TV personality?
“SUCCESS stories inspire success.” Ganyan ang peg ng bagong online show na inilunsad ng Founder at CEO ng isang sikat na ride hailing and delivery app na si George Royeca kamakailan lang. Pinamagatan itong “PasaHero with Mister Angkas” na ibabandera ang iba’t-ibang kwento ng kabayanihan, kasipagan at pagkamit ng pangarap ng ilang kilalang mga personalidad......»»
SM Cares, Global Peace Foundation host Global Youth Summit 2023
SM Cares, together with the Global Peace Foundation, recently launched this year’s Global Youth Summit. The event, marking the first of a four-leg series, was launched on 11 August 2023 at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City. [caption id="attachment_173711" align="aligncenter" width="866"] UNAIDS Philippines country director Dr. Louie Ocampo, Make A Difference Travel founder and sustainability educator Rafael Dionisio, Angkas CEO George Royeca, Milo Sports head Carlos Sampan, Pacific Asia Travel Association Philippines youth ambassador Nick Chun and GPF Asia Pacific Regional president Ingill Ra.[/caption] The Global Youth Summit is an annual gathering of thousands of students and youth leaders from all over the Philippines, where they are given the opportunity to learn about pressing societal concerns related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and work with each other in addressing them. Guest speaker Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey, Joint United Nations Program on HIV and AIDS Goodwill Ambassador for Asia and the Pacific and Miss Universe 2015, spoke on how generating awareness and fighting stigma can improve HIV prevention and treatment in the Philippines. [caption id="attachment_173710" align="aligncenter" width="803"] Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey, beauty queen and UN goodwill ambassador, talked about HIV awareness and prevention.[/caption] Make A Difference travel founder and sustainability educator Rafael Dionisio, meanwhile, talked about environmental issues such as deforestation and plastic waste pollution and what steps the youth can do to prevent these problems from worsening. Head of Milo Sports Carlos Sampan touched on how community support can positively impact individuals and encourage them to succeed, with the help of video messages from Southeast Asian Games Gold medalists Jamie Lim and Japoy Lizardo and Olympic pole vaulter EJ Obiena. Angkas CEO George Royeca talked about utilizing digital platforms and social media to develop innovative solutions to existing problems, and shared how meeting the needs of individuals in a micro setting will lead to solving bigger problems on a larger scale. GPF Asia Pacific regional president Ingill Ra gave an impassioned speech on how unity in the face of challenges and adversity can help spark the change needed to move toward a better society. Finally, Pacific Asia Travel Association Philippines youth ambassador Nick Chun shared his insights on how critical youth involvement is in social issues, especially in responsible tourism. The post SM Cares, Global Peace Foundation host Global Youth Summit 2023 appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Motorcycle taxi study needs more time, says DoTr’s TWG
The Department of Transportation’s Technical Working Group or DoTr-TWG said it still needs time to decide on the finality of motorcycle or MC taxis as a viable and safe transportation option. Thus, it has proposed to extend further the ongoing bike taxi pilot study. During a House hearing this week, Land Transportation Office chief Atty. Vigor Mendoza, also Vice Chair of the TWG, pointed out that the bike taxi industry still has existing gaps, such as “multi-homing and liabilities” that need to be addressed before it is legalized. Mendoza conveyed that both regulators and operators also need to agree on a proper transition period to ensure a seamless implementation of the study. To formalize its proposal, the TWG will submit its recommendations on the extension of the study, which will include suggestions on how to resolve multi-homing, rider cap allocation, entry of new players, and liabilities, among others. It will be submitted to the House of Representatives within the next 45 days. To recall, PBA Partylist Representative Atty. Migs Nograles proposed that the TWG, if it will extend the study, should refrain from admitting new players to the MC Taxi Pilot Study until existing issues are resolved. Ariel Lim, President of the National Confederation of Tricycle Operators and Drivers Association of the Philippines, also echoed the sentiment but suggested that if the TWG increases rider allocation, it should be outside Metro Manila. Meanwhile, SAGIP Partylist Representative Rodante Marcoleta recently called out the DoTr-TWG for limiting participation to only three players—Angkas, Move It, and Joy Ride. Marcoleta also questioned why the maiden study is still ongoing when a previous document indicated its end in 2021. However, for LTFRB and TWG Chair Teofilo Guadiz, the suspension of the study during the height of the pandemic required the group to vie more time to carefully assess the results of the study. He also pointed out that the termination of the study rests solely with the House of Representatives. After the temporary suspension of the study during the height of the pandemic, the DoTr has reconvened the TWG mandated to oversee and monitor the pilot implementation of motorcycle taxi operations. In November 2022, Transportation Secretary Jaime J. Bautista issued Department Order No. 2022-021 reconstituting the group. The TWG, according to the order, has the power to review and supplement guidelines and regulations as necessary and ensure proper and effective coordination among all concerned government agencies and stakeholders involved. The group is also tasked to consolidate data and information from the pilot implementation reviewed and submitted to Congress. The post Motorcycle taxi study needs more time, says DoTr’s TWG appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
The dawn of a transformed nation: Angkas and the upliftment of the informal sector
The winds of change are blowing through the archipelago, carrying the scent of hope and opportunity. Digital advancements have not only reshaped industries, but they’ve also sown seeds of transformation, empowering the often-overlooked heart of our economy: the informal sector. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Philippines’ evolving landscape of public transportation, where Angkas is revolutionizing the roads and reshaping lives......»»
ANGKAS: Driving force of the future
Millions of commuters brave the road every single day. At the same time, being on the road and picking up passengers despite unpredictable weather conditions and uncertain times has become the primary source of income for drivers — and this is how Angkas become a driving force for both commuters and drivers despite the worsening transportation crisis in the Philippines. Angkas CEO George Royeca is a beacon of hope for commuters struggling to find a ride amid bustling crowds and everyone who wants to earn money from ride-hailing. "We're looking at empowering the informal sector, particularly those that own a motorcycle. We can quickly help reinforce the motorcycle as a business concept to many Filipino brothers and sisters so they can lead a good life," Royeca said in a recent interview. Bounce back As pandemic restrictions ease and more Filipinos return to the road since last year, Angkas champions as one of the best ride-hailing companies in the Philippines, offering an affordable and reliable ride that commuters can enjoy without compromising their safety. During the pandemic's peak, back riding on motorcycles has been limited to people within the same household. With the government allowing Angkas to reopen its services to the public, it became a viable option for commuters, considering the seating capacity restrictions of trains, buses, and other public utility vehicles. With Angkas' upstanding performance in serving Filipinos in their everyday lives, Royeca is optimistic about the mobile application's future in the market. "I'm thrilled that every person that we talk to, whether they're from the government or the private sector, they believe in this industry that we have been able to establish, and I think that we have proven that it is a safe form of transportation and also an affordable option, alternative to the existing transportation public utility vehicles," he said. Royeca also mentioned expanding the mobile application to the informal sector. "Outside Manila, there's still a lot of habal-habals (motorcycles-for-hire) that are informal, and it is time to make them a part of the legitimized (system)," Royeca said, believing that all riders should experience the same opportunities as Angkas riders. With the Republic Act 4136, or the Land Transportation and Traffic Code, private owners of motorcycles can be sued when they accept or transport passengers in exchange for payment. Despite good intentions to provide an alternative and ease commuter needs, habal-habal remains unregulated and illegal under Republic Act no. 4136 — and it becomes heavily discouraged by the authorities since private riders cannot offer safety or insurance when extreme circumstances arise. Fulfilling dreams Angkas bring forward a positive change towards their bikers in pushing through with their goals and life aspirations. A living testament to Angkas' strong commitment towards its bikers is Kleiy Zarus Escalona, an Angkas rider who was able to graduate with a degree in BS Criminology. In a Facebook post that garnered a positive reaction from netizens, Escalona thanked Angkas for helping him finish his studies while earning at the side. “SALAMAT ANGKAS since 2017 hanggang ngayon ANGKAS kasama kita. Laking tulong mo sa mga estudyante(ng) nakakapaghanapbuhay ka ng hindi nakaka-abala sa pag-aaral mo kaya maraming salamat sayo (Angkas) nakapagtapos ako ng pag-aaral sa kursong BS CRIMINOLOGY, (Thank you Angkas for being with me since 2017. You are a big help to working students that’s why I am thankful to Angkas because I was able to finish my studies with a degree in BS Criminology.)” the Facebook post reads. Escalona's story proves how perseverance and hard work pay off. At the same time, it is a story that shows how Angkas' business model helps its riders have a productive and meaningful life outside the ride-hailing platform. Royeca is proud of the rider for his success, adding that Angkas firmly adheres to creating more job opportunities and alleviating poverty. Royeca confirmed that 30,000 registered bikers on their platform are out of the poverty line — and they will continue to extend their services to the Filipino people. With more than seven to eight million downloads of the mobile application, Royeca is hopeful and persistent in bringing the well-loved ride-hailing service to cities outside Metro Manila in the future. "We're hopeful that we can open up and provide services to the places that needed it the most, which are the provinces, so I think there is a lot of opportunity there," Royeca said, noting that Angkas is on the process of extending their reach outside Metro Manila, including Cebu and Cagayan de Oro. The post ANGKAS: Driving force of the future appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
MMDA asks ride hailing firms, gas station owners support for help during heavy rains
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) yesterday sought the support of motorcycle ride-hailing firms and gasoline station operators to support projects and measures for motorcycle riders during heavy downpours to promote road safety. MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes, MMDA General Manager Usec. Procopio Lipana and Victor Nuñez, Traffic Discipline Office Director for Enforcement, asked representatives of motorcycle ride-hailing services to discipline partner riders who violate traffic rules and regulations on the road, particularly those blocking traffic during heavy rains. "We urge motorcycle ride-hailing firms to impose administrative sanctions on their partner motorcycle riders who violate traffic rules," said Artes. Representatives of Grab, Angkas, Joyride, Toktok, Transportify, Maxim Riders Food Delivery, and Move It attended the meeting. Artes said motorcycle riders seeking shelter under flyovers are dangerous not only to themselves but to other motorists as well. "Seeking cover from the rain may endanger the riders from being hit by other vehicles and also cause traffic congestion," said Artes. Representatives from Grab and Joyride said they will remind their drivers to strictly follow rules and regulations. Artes announced that the MMDA will start issuing traffic violation tickets to riders taking shelter under underpasses and flyovers. Violators will be fined P500 for obstruction starting August 1. Moreover, Artes asked the motorcycle ride-hailing services to support the establishment of the Motorcycle Riding Academy by providing priority employment to participants who will finish the course. The Motorcycle Riding Academy, set to open within the third quarter of this year, will provide riders with formal training on both theoretical and practical aspects of motorcycle riding, as well as basic emergency response training. The Academy aims to provide riders with basic training on handling motorcycles and following road and traffic rules. Meanwhile, Artes said gasoline station operators have supported the initiative of the MMDA to put up tents on their premises to provide temporary shelters for riders when it is raining. The post MMDA asks ride hailing firms, gas station owners support for help during heavy rains appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»