The newly opened two-kilometer Segment 3B completes the Cavitex C5 Link and is projected to serve around 36,000 vehicles daily, improving the flow of goods and commuters between Parañaque and Taguig while easing congestion during peak travel periods.

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the opening on Monday, underscoring the project’s role in cushioning the impact of volatile fuel prices and supporting the government’s economic response under the Unified Package for Livelihoods, Industry, Food, and Transport (UPLIFT) program.

“Kagaya ng ating mga laging iniisip ngayon dahil nga sa kaguluhan sa Middle East, ay napakalaking savings ito sa gasolina, sa krudo, sa fuel. At hindi maliit na bagay ang babawasan ang biyahe mo mula sa isang oras at kalahati hanggang 15 minutes. Malaking savings ‘yan,” the President said.

“Ito ay kasama sa ating utos na nanggaling sa UPLIFT na ating ginagawa na buksan ang lahat ng mga daan upang maging mas maginhawa ang pagbiyahe ng ating mga traveling public,” the Chief Executive added.

The President also inspected the new segment alongside Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon and Department of Transportation (DOTr) Acting Secretary Giovanni Lopez.

To further support motorists during the Holy Week travel surge, toll fees for Segment 3B will be waived from March 30 to April 30, 2026.

“Para naman ay mapagbigyan ang ating kababayan na dumadaan dito, lalong-lalo na ngayon, Holy Week na ngayon, at maraming bumabiyahe. Kaya ito ay patuloy naming ginagawa at bubuksan natin,” the President said.

Beyond faster travel, the new link is expected to reduce fuel consumption, cut logistics costs, and enhance connectivity for motorists coming from Cavite into key commercial and residential hubs in Metro Manila, providing a boost to economic activity in Southern Metro Manila and nearby growth corridors.

Meanwhile, DPWH Secretary Dizon said additional mobility projects are in the pipeline, including the opening of the Central Luzon Link Expressway (CLLEX) connecting Tarlac City and Cabanatuan City.

With the completion of Segment 3B, the Cavitex C5 Link is poised to play a critical role in improving urban mobility while helping Filipinos navigate the economic pressures of rising fuel costs.

The signing ceremony was held on Tuesday, May 21, and was attended by Mr. Rogelio Singson, President and Chief Executive Officer of MPTC, Mr. Raul L. Ignacio, President and General Manager of CIC, Ms. Elnora D. Rumawak, Vice President for Finance of CIC, and Mr. Joffrey B. Gacula, Managing Director of DMCI, and Mr. Jorge A. Consunji, President and CEO of DMCI.

“This is a milestone for the CAVITEX C5 Link as this marks the construction of the last remaining segment. Soon, motorists will benefit from the entire 7.7-kilometer expressway stretching from CAVITEX R1 to C5 Road in Taguig,” said Mr. Ignacio.

Under the contract, DMCI is responsible for the construction of roadworks, drainage, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, sanitary systems, and toll plazas for the 2-kilometer, 3×3 lane Segment 3B, which spans from the Kaingin area to the RSG Subdivision. According to CIC, construction of this segment is targeted to commence by the second half of 2024 and is expected to be operational by 2025.

Currently, operational segments of the CAVITEX C5 Link include Segment 3A-1 (C5 Link Flyover from C5 Road to Merville) and Segment 3A-2 (C5 Link Flyover Extension). Segment 3B and Segment 2 (R1 Interchange) are underway, with Segment 2 set to open to motorists by next month.