MANILA, Philippine — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Tuesday kicked off the track-laying and electromechanical system (EMS) installation for the Light Rail Transit (LRT) Line 2 east extension project, signaling the start of its final phase. ADVERTISEMENTThe EMS is composed of the signaling system, overhead catenary system, telecommunications system, and the power supply and distribution system. The Masinag extension will cover two stations in Rizal province: Emerald Station in Cainta and Masinag in Antipolo City. It’s expected to bring in an additional 80,000 riders for the LRT 2. The first phase which involved the viaduct construction was completed in 2017 while construction of the two stations was already 78 percent complete by March.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer April 16, 2019 21:11 UTC