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Welcome one and all to the 'Philippine Railway Historical Society' blogsite. This site was set up to share photos, historical pieces, comment and virtually anything else pertaining to transportation in the Philippines, with a special emphasis on rail. Occasional we vary from topic, but this is the less serious side of the hobby shining through - cause sometimes, in this miserable and uptight world, we just take ourselves a little too seriously.
Since 1999, the Philippine Railway Historical Society has regularly published items, FOR FREE, of railway interest on our PRHS Website. These include locomotive, rollingstock and transit updates, as well as our occasional magazine, 'Along Da Riles'.
Our interest base has grown over the years with our main Facebook railway group expanding to include groups interested in other Philippine Transport, modelling of Philippine transport and even a group for Philippine railfans interested in overseas railways.
If it sounds interesting, come join in the fun of the oldest, and most diverse, group dedicated to Philippine railways and other transport.
We look forward to meeting you.

If you have a question Philippine railway related, just drop us a line, maybe we can help.
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Saturday, February 18, 2023

PRHS: WHAT WE DO IN 2023

 





It is obviously not news to anyone that we have moved in to yet another year.

This year marks our 24th one as a group, oh goodness a quarter of a century existence will soon be upon us, and never have there be such unprecedented amounts of change in the public transport sector of the Philippines.

Brand new PNR lines to the north and south of Luzon, new and extended elevated commuter lines in Manila, the capital's very first subway, the very sad ongoing demise of the traditional jeepney, and examining of transport improvements on the islands of Mindanao, Panay, Cebu, and likely others.

There are many other developments going on, but the internet only has so much room. :-)


Philippine Railway Historical Society

Despite having been around so long, recently it has been quite humbling to have been the go to for a number of transport construction entities, museums and heritage projects around the country, and other areas of the transport industry sector.

We always welcome contact of this sort, and being given the opportunity to share our thoughts on matters rail heritage, and public transport operations in general.

There are a number of exciting projects going on behind the scenes at this time. We look forward to being able to cover this for everyone in the near (hopefully) future.

The first 24 years have been fascinating for me. Met some great friends, whom I love to catch up with as often as possible, and privileged enough to be entertained by many transport people (management/employees) from all different industries .

Sadly though, it hasn't always been positive, over the years there has been long line of haters, racial and ignorance based, mostly hiding behind fake names and secret forums. Some even going so far as to legally defame me to the extent I've had to seek professional advice there in more recent times.

While I do feel sorry for these people due to their obvious mental issues, I am more concerned about the bad way they paint their beautiful country and, even more, the way they set back over two decades of trying to build an accepted hobby for the Philippines.

But move on we must. These people must be called out for what the cowards they are, and we must work towards the continued building of a wonderful hobby, and friendships with likeminded people.

Free PRHS 20th Anniversary Magazine

 

Below is a list of the various 'public' groups and websites we either operate directly, or manage for others.

NOTE: Unless specified, all groups are aimed at a worldwide audience of people who love transport in the Philippines.

As such, unless specified, all groups are 'International English language based'. Please keep this in mind, as the rule does not actually change upon being accepted into our transport family.


Our main forum, covering all types of railway in the Philippines.
Heavy rail, light rail, tram, timber, sugar, pleasure.


A group solely based on the popular Philippine U14C/U15C 900 class.
Photos - News - History - Modelling
URGENT NOTE: This is our 'only' group that has a rule where ongoing membership is based 
on contributions. If you don't plan to contribute, it is best to find another group.



A group based on rail (and other Philippine transport) heritage items.


A group for people who model the Philippines, either in the traditional or virtual way.
Trains - Buses - Jeepneys - Cars - Planes
Buildings - Scenery


A group for fans of the Philippine railways to discuss railways elsewhere in the world.
No Philippine railway content.


A forum to discuss all facets of non-railway transportation in the Philippines.
Photos - News - Reports - History - Trip Reports


A group ONLY for traditional Jeepney content.
Photos - News - Reports - History - Trip Reports


For anyone interested in aviation in either or both places.


Dedicated to all facets of railways on Panay Island.
Originally started by my friend, the late Eduard Labadia.
Tagalog is permitted in the group, as per Kuya Ed's wishes.
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A selection of Philippine transport related videos.

Pretty much as the name says. For those interested in travel and locations not rail related.

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Spotlight On Sucat Station - Facebook Page.

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Managed by the PRHS on behalf of the LRHC.
Tagalog permitted on this page as per LRHS rules.


Meycauayan Railway Precinct

Managed by the PRHS on behalf of the MRP.
Tagalog permitted on this page as per MRP rules.


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A local group with the same interests, and moral standing, as our own.
PARE is a Tagalog and English group.

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Catching up with PRHS for a great evening of food, drinks, and dicussion.
Photo: Brad Peadon


Meeting with Sir Junn Magno (then PNR GM).
Photo: Unknown


2011 - PRHS Railfan Day out.


Mark presents a copy of our 20th anniversary magazine to Arvin.
Photo: Unknown


Northern adventure to Malalos with world famous Colonel.
Photo: Brad Peadon


Panay adventure with Kuya Eduard Labadia.
Photo: Passi News

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Thanks to Mark, Rey, Graham, John, Arvin, Justin, Bradly Roberto, and Nhing, for all your support in running the many groups.
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