NLEX Corp. on Tuesday broke ground for the construction on the P2.2-billion NLEX-C5 Northlink Section 1A project aimed at easing traffic congestion in eastern Quezon City.
The segment will extend the North Luzon Expressway 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.
The entire NLEX-C5 Northlink project extends 11.3 kilometers from Mindanao Ave. to C5/C.P. Garcia, close to Katipunan Avenue worth P24 billion.
“We are enthusiastic about this project as it contributes to our ongoing efforts to reduce traffic congestion on local roads in the metro,” said Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) president and chief executive Jose Ma Lim.
NLEX Corp. is a subsidiary of MPTC, the toll road arm of Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC).
“At MPTC, we believe that unhindered mobility fosters better opportunities for jobs, businesses, and economic growth,” Lim said.
He said the choice to build an elevated expressway would reduce construction-related disruptions for local communities.
The project will improve access to the expressway from Metro Manila’s west, east, north and south sides.
It will cut travel time and alleviate traffic congestion on major roads like EDSA, Commonwealth Ave., Quirino Highway and Mindanao Ave., 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 also stimulate business growth, create job opportunities and contribute to the economic development of the surrounding areas, the toll road operator said.
“We aim to finish this 2-km 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,” Lim said.