Smart Mobility for Rural Areas
A webinar organized by:
Transportation Science Society of the Philippines
and
ALMEC Corporation
5 November 2025 (Wednesday), 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Registration Link: https://bit.ly/TSSPwebinar
Context of the Seminar
Smart mobility is transforming the way people move, live, and connect—yet rural areas often lag behind in benefiting from its advancements. This seminar brings together policymakers, technologists, researchers, planners, and community leaders to explore how smart mobility solutions can be tailored for rural communities, fostering social inclusion, economic vitality, and environmental sustainability.
Objectives
- To highlight the unique challenges and opportunities of rural mobility in the Philippines.
- To present potential innovative technologies and policies for sustainable transportation in rural areas.
- To connect stakeholders for collaboration and knowledge exchange for inclusive, efficient, and sustainable mobility outside urban centers.
Webinar Program
| Time | Activity/Title | Speaker |
| 1:00 – 1:30 pm | Registration | |
| 1:30 – 1:40 pm | Overview of the Webinar |
Ms. Chika Watanabe ALMEC Corporation/TSSP |
| 1:40 – 1:50 pm | Introduction of the Participants |
Dr. Daniel L. Mabazza TSSP |
| 1:50 – 2:10 pm | Current transport issues in municipalities/rural areas in the Philippines |
Dr. Trishah Fe R. Goloran Provincial Planning and Development Office Province of Agusan del Sur |
| 2:10 – 2:30 pm | Sustainable Mobility Starts Small: Lessons from Local Innovations |
Mr. Yosui Seki ALMEC Corporation |
| 2:30 – 3:00 pm | DOTr Transport Plans and Programs Providing Regional and Rural Connectivity |
Mr. Glenn Luigi Garcia and Mr. Francis Troy Caiga Planning and Project Development Office Department of Transportation |
| 3:00 – 3:30 pm | Panel discussion on key components to enhance smart mobility in rural areas |
Dr. Trishah Fe R. Goloran, Agusan Del Sur Provincial Government Mr. Yosui Seki, ALMEC Mr. Glenn Luigi Garcia, DOTr Mr. Francis Troy Caiga, DOTr
Moderator: Dr. Sandy Mae A. Gaspay, TSSP |
| 3:30 – 3:50 pm | Q & A | |
| 3:50 – 4:00 pm | Synthesis |
Dr. Ma. Sheilah G. Napalang TSSP |
Program Facilitator: Dr. Daniel L. Mabazza, TSSP
