New MRT-3 spare parts arrive, to boost train's operation


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MRT-3 personnel check the newly-delivered train spare parts. The spare parts are expected to boost the MRT-3 operation. (photo: DOTr-MRT)

 

New spare parts for the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3)  have arrived and are expected to boost the operation of the railways system, the  Department of Transportation (DOTr) said on Thursday, Jan. 4.

In a Facebook post, the DOTr said those delivered spare parts are air conditioning parts, wheels and gearboxes, and electronic parts of trains.

Since the beginning of 2018, the MRT-3 experienced 34 glitches, 22 of which caused an electrical issue in the train's motor.

This year, the MRT-3 technical personnel guarantee that all parts are in adequate quantity and quality to maintain the line's seamless operation and comfortable travel for all passengers.