First of three parts
Bus operators in the Philippines face huge challenges in coping with the new realities brought about by the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). If they can adapt to the changing circumstances and are open to shifting to a new business model, then the future remains bright. Below is an approach for transforming the local city bus industry, based on the concept of consortium development, coordinated services, common fleet management, having a common “income pot” and using service contracts.