MANILA — Motorists in Metro Manila can expect additional expressway access as NLEX Corp. officially starts construction of the NLEX-C5 Northlink Section 1A project. The entire NLEX-C5 Northlink project extends 11.3 kilometers from Mindanao Avenue to C5/C.P. Garcia, close to Katipunan Avenue.
MPTC president and CEO Jose Ma. Lim, and NLEX OIC and chief finance officer Maria Theresa Wells, Valenzuela City Mayor Wes Gatchalian, Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte together with partner government agencies DOTr-TRB, DPWH, and DHSUD-NHA led the groundbreaking ceremony for the initial two kilometers of the NLEX-C5 Northlink project.
This segment will extend NLEX from the Mindanao Toll Plaza to Quirino Highway through an all-weather elevated expressway that will be accessible to all types of vehicles 24/7, offering a seamless route for motorists heading to and from Novaliches in Quezon City.
“We are enthusiastic about this project as it contributes to our ongoing efforts to reduce traffic congestion on local roads in the metro. At MPTC, we believe that unhindered mobility fosters better opportunities for jobs, businesses, and economic growth, said MPTC PCEO Lim.
He added that the choice to build an elevated expressway was driven to reduce construction-related disruptions for local communities.
Upon completion, this project will improve access to the expressway from Metro Manila’s west, east, north, and south sides. It will dramatically cut travel time and alleviate traffic congestion on major roads like EDSA, Commonwealth Avenue, Quirino Highway, and Mindanao Avenue, resulting in more efficient commutes and logistics operations.
The project is an integral part of the expressway’s expansion plans, aimed at improving access between NLEX, Valenzuela City, and Quezon City. This will stimulate business growth, create job opportunities, and contribute to the economic development of the surrounding areas.
“We aim to finish this 2km road in 12 months. During construction, we will work closely with all stakeholders to minimize disruptions. Rest assured that MPTC and NLEX are committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure projects, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and sustainability,” enthused Lim.
As a significant public-private partnership, this project plays a vital role in nation-building, supporting the government’s Build Better More program while fostering economic growth, regional development, and a better quality of life for motorists and local communities. Photos: Deng Images
