Ex-LTO chief Alberto Suansing dies at 70

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MANILA, Philippines — Former Land Transportation Office  (LTO) chief Alberto Suansing died on Friday at the age of 70, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said.

The DOTr announced Suansing’s death in a statement on Saturday, as it also extended its condolences to Suansing’s family and recognized the contributions of the late former LTO chief to the government and to public service.

“(Transport) Secretary Jaime J. Bautista and the entire staff, officers, and sectors of the Department of Transportation extend our utmost condolences to the family and loved ones of Mr. Alberto “Bert” Suansing,” the DOTr said.

“He was a dedicated public servant and an exceptional leader. As an advocate of road safety, Mr. Suansing was one of those who was instrumental in pushing for the welfare of road transport stakeholders,” it added.

Aside from serving as the LTO chief, Suansing also served as chairman of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board; as DOTr senior consultant; a consultant for the Toll Regulatory Board Consultant, and; as secretary general of the Philippine Global Road Safety Partnership.

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