LRMC to upgrade LRT-1 restroom facilities

MANILA, Philippines — With its new partnership, the Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) is set to upgrade the toilets at the Light Rail Transit Line 1 stations.

The LRT-1 management has partnered with Mister Loo Philippines, hoping to provide passengers with “cleaner, more comfortable and modern restroom” facilities.

First to be upgraded are the facilities at the LRT-1 EDSA and Fernando Poe Jr. stations.

“To provide passengers with more options, the use of some of the renovated restrooms will remain free, while the others will be converted into a premium facility accessible for a fee,” the LRMC said in a statement.

“This option will offer enhanced features, ensuring that commuters have a choice between quality essential facilities and a more premium experience,” the company added.

The signing of the memorandum of agreement was attended by key executives from both organizations, including LRMC president and CEO Enrico Benipayo, chief finance officer Franz Sia and business development head Allan Rei.

Representing Mister Loo were founder and CEO Andreas Wanner, senior business development manager Cristina Bolcan and project manager Jude Gador.

“This initiative is part of LRMC’s dedication to improving the customer experience on LRT-1, one station at a time,” Benipayo said.

“We want to provide our commuters with convenience and comfort that goes beyond the train ride itself. Clean and functional restrooms are essential to that mission,” he added.

The renovation and construction are expected to begin soon, with the full rollout at the pilot LRT-1 stations targeted for the third quarter of 2026.