The new passenger terminal 2. (CDN PHOTO/ MICHELLE PADAYHAG)
After supertyphoon Yolanda damaged it two years ago, passenger terminal 2 in Pier 3 is now operational.
The new and fully air-conditioned, 980-seating capacity passenger terminal is equipped with free Wi-Fi connection, cafeteria, breastfeeding station, meditation room, first-aid station and a play area for toddlers.
Toddlers can play in this area while their parents wait to board the sea craft in Pier 4. (CDN PHOTO/ MICHELLE PADAYHAG)
Cebu Ports Authority (CPA) General Manager Edmund Tan said the renovated terminal will decongest passenger terminal 1 at Pier 1.
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Tan said the renovation costs P50 million. Two x-ray machines were installed to help ensure security in the area. A media tour was held, Monday morning.
Tan also announced the plan for a new terminal for fast craft passengers. He said the new terminal will cost P350 million. Bidding for its construction may be done this year.