THE New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) announced the deployment of eight additional inter-terminal shuttle buses at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), thus providing a stronger fleet of NNIC buses now ready to serve the rising number of passengers at the premier airport terminal.
The added fleet brings the total number of newly acquired shuttles to 12 and according to NNIC President Ramon S. Ang, the said expansion improves passenger mobility as air travel demand continues to rise.
Since taking over NAIA operations in September 2024, NNIC, a San Miguel Corporation-led consortium, has introduced key enhancements to modernize the airport and support the country’s tourism and economic growth.
Originally designed for 35 million passengers annually, NAIA handled 50.1 million travelers in 2024 — a 10.43% increase from 2023, surpassing pre-pandemic levels.
As such, Ang said “NAIA is operating well beyond its capacity, and while major infrastructure upgrades are in progress, expanding our shuttle fleet is an immediate step to improve accessibility and convenience for passengers.”
He said the new buses offer round-the-clock, free transfers for passengers with connecting flights, reducing wait times and easing congestion, even as they complement broader improvements, including expanded terminal curbsides and an upgraded traffic system for smoother operation.
Earlier this year, the NNIC also deployed two new ambulances for quick medical assistance, three “follow-me” vehicles to improve aircraft guidance and reduce taxi times and four inter-terminal coasters to facilitate seamless passenger transfers, particularly for those with connecting flights or mobility challenges.
