State-run Clark Development Corp. (CDC) and AF Payments Inc. (AFPI) launched the Clark Loop bus operations with a fully cashless automated fare collection system (AFCS), marking a significant milestone in the Philippines’ public transportation evolution.
The event, attended by CDC president and chief executive Agnes Devanadera, Department of Transportation Undersecretary Andy Ortega, LTFRB chairperson Teofilo Guadiz III and AFPI chief commercial officer Sharon Fong, symbolizes Clark’s commitment to becoming a modern, efficient and digitally advanced city.
The Clark Loop bus service, covering 25 stops from SM City Clark to the Clark International Airport, caters to employees, visitors and tourists within the Clark Freeport Zone. By adopting beep cards or beep QR tickets as the exclusive modes of payment, the Clark Loop has eliminated cash handling, offering a faster, safer, and more efficient public transportation experience.
“We want to showcase a disciplined transport system in Clark, and this government-led pilot will help us refine the service before allowing private sector involvement,” said Devanadera. “We are starting with 10 buses on the Clark Loop. It’s cashless, with Wi-Fi, GPS, and it runs on time. Our aim is to influence passenger behavior, emphasizing discipline and punctuality.”
“The shift to cashless payment systems is not just about modernizing public transportation; it is about improving the lives of commuters,” said Jonathan Juan Moreno, president and chief executive of AF Payments Inc.
He said beep’s cashless payment solution not only enhances passenger experience but also reduces operational inefficiencies and supports sustainable urban development.”
“We hope this initiative in Clark encourages other cities to adopt similar systems as part of a broader nationwide effort to modernize public transportation,” he said.
The relaunch of Clark Loop as the first fully cashless bus system in Central Luzon further demonstrates beep’s capability to deliver seamless, modern payment solutions at scale.
