Media Releases

MOWT's response to the suspension of UBER's services

29 May 2018

The Minister of Works and Transport notes the published decision of UBER to suspend its operations in
Trinidad and Tobago effective May 30th, 2018 and the reasoning advanced for the suspension.
The national community is reminded of the Ministry’s previously stated position on the operations of
the company in this country and the need for it to comply with all applicable laws.
This is all the much more important in the context of the complexities of the local transportation
industry.

MOWT implements the randomization of vehicle registration numbers effective Monday 2nd July, 2018.

29 May 2018

The Ministry of Works and Transport (MOWT) wishes to advise the general public that with effect from Monday 2nd July, 2018 vehicle registration numbers will now be assigned to vehicles on a randomized basis within the latest series. This new system replaces the issuance of vehicle registration numbers on a sequential basis as previously in place.

Traffic Lights Along South Trunk Road to be Commissioned Tomorrow

30 Apr 2018

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that four traffic lights along the South Trunk Road will be commissioned and operational tomorrow at 10AM.

MOWT Acts To Ensure District Offices Remain Free of Illegal Activities

20 Apr 2018

The Ministry of Works and Transport has noted with concern the discovery of illicit drugs on the compound of its El Socorro District Office by officers of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), following an anti-crime exercise on the premises earlier today with the authorization from the Ministry.

MOWT in consultation phase for Diego Martin Overpass

15 Apr 2018

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that the construction of an overpass across the Diego Martin Highway has been included as part of its programme of works for fiscal 2018/2019, and the Ministry is now in its consultation phase with stakeholders including the Member of Parliament for Diego Martin Central and all residents.

MOWT obtains clearance to resume construction work on the Cumuto to Manzanilla Highway

27 Mar 2018

The Ministry of Works and Transport (MOWT) welcomes the unanimous decision of the Court of Appeal which has dismissed the case of the Fisherman and Friends of the Sea (FFSO) challenging the decision of the Environmental Management Authority (EMA) for granting a Certificate of Environmental Clearance to the Ministry for the construction of the Cumuto to Manzanilla Highway. The Court of Appeal has unequivocally reaffirmed the decision of the High Court.

World Water Day 2018

22 Mar 2018

World Water Day 2018

Many of us will agree that the “natural way” to restore wellness in our bodies is the most beneficial path to healing. A similar idea holds our focus for this year’s observance of World Water Day “Nature for Water”. The theme begs the question “Why not nature based solutions to solve the water challenges we face in the 21st century?”

Repairs to the Protective Cable Barrier Along the Solomon Hochoy Highway have begun

10 Mar 2018

The repairs to the High Tension Cable Barrier System along the Sir Solomon Hochoy Highway, have resumed. The repairs to the damaged cable barriers form part of the Ministry's drive to improve road safety conditions on the nation's roadways.

Closure of Licensing Office Caroni Today at 2PM

09 Mar 2018

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the public that the Licensing Office at Frederick Settlement Caroni ONLY will be closed today at 2PM to facilitate upgrade works on the building.

New Traffic Signs along the Diego Martin Highway and environs to facilitate Sporting Activities and Community Development

07 Mar 2018

Minister of Works and Transport, Senator the Honourable Rohan Sinanan, has designated a safe zone of 2km of the roadway for a weekly community wellness and physical activity programme in Diego Martin. The Ministry of Works and Transport has approved the installation of new traffic signs along the Diego Martin Highway to inform residents and drivers of this new initiative, which is the first of its kind in the Caribbean.

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