PITX hosted the media forum “The Rise of Transit-Oriented Developments: Shaping the Future of Work and Real Estate in Southern Metro Manila,” highlighting how the terminal—serving 179,000 daily passengers—is shaping the future of business, investment, and urban growth.
Key insights from the forum:
Mohit Malhi, PITX COO:
“Traditionally, office spaces were created as destinations that required further travel after reaching a transport hub. But given current market realities, we are rethinking the workplace,” Malhi stated.
“By integrating professional office spaces directly into the terminal through THE OFFIX at PITX, our dedicated office leasing brand, PITX eliminates the need for secondary commutes into the heart of the city. This creates a seamless ‘transit-to-desk’ experience, keeping thousands of commuters off interior roads while allowing businesses to operate directly within a major mobility hub.”
Cisette Ricardo, Parañaque City Tourism Head:
“PITX has become a magnet for new investment. We are witnessing a surge in developer interest, with more commercial establishments and mixed-use projects rising specifically due to the terminal’s strategic placement and massive daily foot traffic.”
Johnlu Koa, President of The French Baker:
“The massive daily passenger flow offers unlimited brand exposure, allowing retailers to thrive outside traditional shopping malls.”
Kevin Jara, Director – Office Services of Colliers:
“Office demand is increasingly centering around transport-connected hubs, making TODs the most resilient assets in the real estate market.”
DOTr Director for Road and Infrastructure Joshua Rodriguez:
“The government is shifting its focus toward moving people rather than cars, and PITX serves as the gold standard for efficient mobility.”
VisionArch VP Architect Kenneth Uy:
“Designing cities around transit hubs creates healthier, more walkable, and environmentally sustainable urban environments.”
Jaime Raphael Feliciano, Megawide Chief Business Development Officer and PITX President:
“The ‘transit-centric’ model pioneered at PITX is ready for expansion. We are currently exploring similar integrated developments in Carmona, Baguio, and Lipa to replicate this success across the archipelago.”
Giovanni Tuapin, Internship Crew President:
“When we were planning where to locate our operations, we wanted a place that would provide not only the right position for the business but also a better experience for our employees. As our company continues to grow, we felt that PITX offered the right environment and accessibility for our team.”
The forum concluded with a panel discussion emphasizing that as infrastructure investments expand across the country, transit-oriented and transit-centric developments will increasingly shape future business districts and urban growth corridors.
