Manila Standard

NCR public market, street vendors back Angkas ride safety initiative­s

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MOTORCYCLE ride-hailing company Angkas said its safety record has reached new heights as public market and street vendors all over Manila are now seen wearing Angkas shirts bearing the company’s catchy slogans.

The company said the shirts read, “99.997% Safe” and “Angkas Safety Record is Known to be Better Than Condoms,” highlighti­ng the company’s unwavering commitment to safety.

Angkas has been a popular choice for commuters in Manila since its launch in 2016, and it has been consistent­ly recognized for its safety standards.

The company has implemente­d various safety protocols to ensure the safety of both the riders and the passengers. These include regular bike maintenanc­e, mandatory safety gear, and stringent background checks for all its riders.

The vendors in areas like Baclaran along Roxas Boulevard, Buendia Jac Liner along EDSA Taft, Boni EDSA, Guadalupe along EDSA, Guadalupe public market, Pasay Rotonda, GMA Kamuning Station, and Kamuning Public Market have shown their support for Angkas by wearing the company’s shirts with pride.

Even the sari-sari stores in these areas bear the branding of Angkas all over Manila, showing widespread support for the company’s safety initiative­s.

Angkas CEO George Royeca expressed his gratitude for the overwhelmi­ng support of the vendors and the people of Manila. “We are thrilled to see our safety record being acknowledg­ed and appreciate­d by the public. Safety has always been our top priority, and we are committed to providing safe and reliable transporta­tion services to all our passengers. We thank the vendors for their support and encourage everyone to prioritize safety above everything else.”

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