One Rail: Leveraging BIM and GIS for North–South Connectivity in the Philippines | Presentation
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Organization“Joel is a project BIM Director and Architect with
experience working in the Design and BIM field for over 20 years of consulting, designing, implementation, and training. Using his vast experience in Engineering,
Architectural, Construction, and Project Management, he maximized BIM to improve project flows to address
design/construction issues. He is ISO 19650 Project Information Professional and ISO 19650 Asset Information Professional certified by BSI Group.
He is currently working on the Metro Manila Subway
Project (MMSP) under Oriental Consultants Global (OCG) and establishing the Digital Transformation of the project through BIM and Digital Engineering Implementation. He
also handles the digital transformation of the North-South Commuter Railway Extension Project (NSCR-EX) and
oversees the BIM workflows and Digital implementation in accordance with the BIM ISO 19650 standard of other organization's projects and offices of OCG in Japan,
Vietnam, Thailand, etc."
Joel Afable Ar. Jose Lorenzo D. Afable BIM Director
Helbert Calano • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering – PH
• Specialist Diploma in Virtual Design and
Construction – SG
• Certification of ISO 19650 (Part 1,2 & 3)
Information Management – Operamacademy
Jerome Pacheco Responsible for Unifying BIM direction, planning,
executing, and monitoring BIM strategies, workflows,
and deliverables to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and
collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.
Bridging design, engineering, and construction
disciplines through digital project coordination and
model-based information management.
About us…
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Global Network
3,000+ projects delivered in
Headquartered in Tokyo, we
maintain offices in Jakarta, Manila,
Bangkok, Hanoi, Dhaka, Colombo,
New Delhi and Dubai.
150+ countries worldwide
OC Global is a leading, integrated
engineering consulting firm committed
to excellence, innovation and sustainability.
We provide solutions to the most
complex challenges to improve the
quality of life of people throughout
the world.
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Sector
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Services
BIM Modelling BIM Management BIM Visualization BIM AcademyBIM Asset
Management
Digital Engineering Service
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• Sets goals, demands & conditions for
contracts.
• Prepares all BIM aspects of
contracts and working arrangements
with all parties concerned in the
construction process (this includes
drafting a BIM protocol and/or BIM
implementation plan).
• Guides & monitors the progress of
the BIM process.
• Coordinates the BIM-specific
construction aspects on a
systematical and technical level &
anchoring the BIM processes.
• Key person for connecting/linking
building models, aspect models &
other programs.
• Manages the process of virtually
constructing a building and
documenting the design contract
documents accurately.
• Manages a team of production
professionals, designers, and
technicians of multiple disciplines and
owns the construction documents set
through as-built submittals.
• Leads the model management and
BIM planning, collaboration, and
coordination on projects they are
leading.
• Engineer and/or 3D modeler within
the BIM process and are specialized
in building and extending the
building model.
• Creates the 3D visualizations, add
building elements to the object
library & link object data.
Our company operates with a well-defined organizational structure to ensure seamless execution of Building
Information Modeling (BIM) projects across various regions and industries. Our structure fosters collaboration, efficiency, and innovation in digital construction.
BIM Manager BIM Coordinator BIM Job Captain BIM Modeler
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The Philippines
The Philippines, covering 298,170 km² with a population of about 116.8 million, is rapidly
expanding its infrastructure and investment landscape. Under the “Build, Better, More” program,
the government has launched over 200 flagship projects valued at around USD 176 billion,
focusing on transportation, energy, water systems, and digital connectivity. Infrastructure spending
has reached about 5–6 % of GDP, with both public and private investments driving growth
through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). The construction sector is among the fastest-
growing in Asia, fueled by large transport and renewable energy projects, as well as the expansion
of data centers and broadband infrastructure.
Despite this growth, the Philippines still faces infrastructure gaps compared to its ASEAN
neighbors. Its archipelagic geography, exposure to natural disasters, and limited transport network
(especially rail) pose significant challenges. However, improvements in logistics, digital
transformation, and renewable energy integration are boosting competitiveness and sustainability.
With continued policy support and foreign investment, the country aims to strengthen its economic
foundation and enhance regional connectivity, positioning itself as a major infrastructure and
investment hub in Southeast Asia.
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Greater Metro Manila
Pampanga
Central
Luzon
Calabarzon
Laguna
Metro
Manila
Central
Luzon
Pampanga Calabarzon
- Laguna
Caloocan
Las Piñas
Makati
Malabon
Mandaluyong
Manila
Marikina
Muntinlupa
Navotas
Parañaque
Pasay
Pasig
Pateros
Quezon City
San Juan
Taguig
Valenzuela
Angat
Balagtas
Baliuag
Bocaue
Bulakan
Bustis
Calupit
Doña Remedios
Trinidad
Guiguinto
Hagonoy
Malolos
Marilao
Meycauayan
Norzagaray
Obando
Pandi
Paombong
Plaridel
Pulilan
San Iindefonso
San Jose del
Monte
San Miguel
San Rafael
Santa Maria
Angles
Apalit
Bacolor
Candaba
Floridablanca
Guagua
Lubao
Mabalacat
Macabebe
Magalang
Masantol
Mexico
Minalin
Porac
San Fernando
San Luis
San Simon
Santa Ana
Santa Rita
Santo Tomas
Sasmuan
Alaminos
Bay
Binan
Cabuyao
Calamba
Calauan
Cavinti
Famy
Kalayaan
Liliw
Los Banos
Luisiana
Lumban
Mabitac
Madalena
Majayjay
Nagcarlan
Paete
Pagsanjan
Pakil
Pangil
Pila
Rizal
San Pablo
Pan Pedro
Santa Cruz
Santa Maria
Santa Rosa
Siniloan
Victoria
Population
14,001,751
Population
3,708,890
Population
2,437,709
Population
3,687,345
Area
636.00 km2
Area
2,783.69 km2
Area
2,001.22 km2
Area
1,928.23 km2
Metro
Manila
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The concentration of commercial,
residential, and private establishments in Metro Manila has resulted in slow vehicular traffic and congestion, which
significantly affects the ambient air quality.
Data analysis shows that an approximate
amount of $2.5 million/year by 2025
is to be wasted and $8.8
million/year by 2035 by not having a
solution to mitigate the problem in the future.
Traffic Pollution One of the significant causes of the pollutant
sources is vehicle emission gas - which is a harmful substance to the environment and contributes to the increasing cases of
respiratory diseases in the country and one of the highest causes of mortality rates in the
Philippines.
Without a plan to prevent this in the future, by
2025, the government will spend
approximately $362,000/year and $1.3
million/year by 2035.
Air Pollution
The economic cost is calculated by Vehicle
Operation Cost (VOC) and Travel Time Cost (TTC), and significant differences from the cost without the project indicate
the high benefit of implementing Project.
According to our study, the economic cost has the largest difference from without the
Project case, is $800,000 /day in 2025
and $1.9 million /day in 2035.
Economic Cost
ChallengesNorth South Commuter Rail
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Greater Metro Manila
Laguna De Bay Manila
Bay
7 Railway Projects
3 Operation
3 Under Construction
1 Design Phase
Covered Area
8,099.63 SQKM
Population
28,250,517
Metro Manila Rail Transit Map
Legend
LRT1
LRT2
MRT3
MRT4
MRT7
NCSR North South Commuter Rail
MMSP Metro Manila Subway Project
North South Commuter Rail
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Organization
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Digital Engineering Pilot
North South Commuter Rail
NSCR
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North South Commuter Rail
Malolos-Clark
Railway Project ADB and Japan International
Cooperation Agency (JICA)
cofinancing
North-South
Commuter Railway JICA financing
South Commuter
Railway Project ADB and JICA cofinancing
36.9 km
1.9 km
51.2 km
Blumentritt
Extension ADB and JICA
cofinancing
54.6 km
Clark
International
Airport
Clark
Angeles
San Fernado
Apalit
Balagtas
Bocaue
Marilao
Valenzuela
Caloocan
Guiguinto
Mecauayan
Calumpit
Solis
Malolos
Tutuban
EDSA
FTI
Sucat
Alabang
Pacita
Biñan
España Sta. Mesa Paco Buendia
Senate
Bicutan
Muntinlupa
San Pedro
Sta. Rosa
Cabuyao
Banlic
Calamba
New Clark City
17.9 km
This initiative marks the
country’s most significant
infrastructure investment so
far and reflects our
commitment to reducing
poverty, enhancing the lives of
Filipinos, and driving green,
resilient, and high economic
growth.
The Project
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North South Commuter Rail
Malolos-Clark Railway Project ADB and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)cofinancing
51.2 km
Clark
New Clark City
17.9 km
Clark
International
Airport
Package Company
N-01 Hyundai-Dongah-Megawide JVs
N-02 Acciona-Daelim JVs
N-03 Italian Thai
N-04 Acciona-EEI JVs
N-05 POSCO
NS-01 Mitsubishi-Alstom-Colas JVs
NS-02 Jtrec-Sumitomo JVs (RS commuter)
NS-03 Mitsubishi Corp (RS Express)
Project Features:
Malolos City, Bulacan to Clark
51.4 Km Elevated Viaducts and Tunnel to
Clark International Airport
5 Elevated Stations, 1 Underground, 3 At
grade and 1 Depot
Angeles
San Fernado
Calumpit
Apalit
Malolos
The Project
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North South Commuter Rail
North-South Commuter Railway JICA financing 36.9 km
Project Features:
Location: Malolos City, Bulacan to Clark
36.9 Km Malolos to Tutuban
7 Elevated Stations and 1 Depot
Package Company
CP-01 Taisei-DMCi Joint Venture
CP-02 SMCC
CP-03 J-Trec
CP-04 Hitachi
Malolos
1.9 km
Blumentritt
Extension ADB and JICA
cofinancing
Guiguinto
Mecauayan
Solis
Tutuban
Bocaue
Marilao
Valenzuela
Caloocan
Balagtas
The Project
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North South Commuter Rail
South Commuter Railway Project ADB and JICA cofinancing 54.6 km
Project Features:
Location: Malolos City, Bulacan to Clark
54.6 Km Elevated Viaducts and Tunnel to Clark
International Airport
16 Elevated Stations, 1 Underground and 1 Depot
Package Company
S-01 Adhi Karya-PPTPP JVs
S-02 Acciona-DMCI JVs
S-03a Leighton-First Balfour JVs
S-03b Leighton-First Balfour JVs
S-03a Adhi Karya-PPTPP JVs
S-04 Hyundai-Dongah JVs
S-05 Hyundai-Dongah JVs
S-06 Hyundai-Dongah JVs
S-07 Lotte-Gulermak-EEI JVs
NS-01 Mitsubishi-Alstom-Colas JVs
NS-02 Jtrec-Sumitomo JVs (RS commuter)
NS-03 Mitsubishi Corp (RS Express)
Solis
Blumentritt
España
Sta. Mesa
Buendia
Nichols
Sta. Rosa
San Pedro
Alabang
Bicutan
Banlic
Cabuyao
Biñan
Pacita
Muntinlupa
Sucat
FTI
EDSA
Paco
Calamba
The Project
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Project Organization
Financial Agency
ORIENTAL
CONSULTANTS
GLOBAL CO., LTD.
KATAHIRA & ENGINEERS
INTERNATIONAL
PACIFIC CONSULTANTS CO.,
LTD.
JAPAN INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANTS FOR
TRANSPORTATION CO.,
LTD.
TONICHI ENGINEERING
CONSULTANTS INC.
ORIENTAL CONSULTANTS
GLOBAL
Phlipiines
Silverdab Digital Engineering
Consultant
JF Cancio.
NORTH-SOUTH
COMMUTER RAIL EXTENSION
Malolos-Clark Railway Project
South Commuter Railway ProjectNORTH-SOUTH
COMMUTER RAIL
North-South Commuter Railway
North South Commuter Rail
DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION PHILIPPINES
PHILIPPINE
NATIONAL RAILWAY
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Digital Engineering North-South Commuter Railway
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
CP01 Contractor
Onboard
2019
CP04 Contractor
Onboard
2023
CP01/CP02
LOD 500
2025
CP02
Started BIM
2020
CP01
Started BIM
2021
CP04
Started BIM
2023
CP02 Contractor
Onboard
2019
Digital
Engineering
Pilot Program
2019
CP01/CP02
MMS Data
Collection
2025
Digital
Engineering
Mandate
2020
CP06 Contractor
(To be Awarded)
2026
CP05 Contractor
(To be Awarded)
2026
NSTren
Unified BXP
2022
Start awarding
for SC Contractors
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
Start of Project Start for the SC
Contractors for BEP submission
Start for the ACC
Adoption SC
Start of N2
Construction
Production for
N-01 to N-05 LOD 300
Digital
Engineering
Pilot Program
2019
SC Contractor
updating LOD 350
Digital
Engineering
Mandate
2020
Production for
S-07 LOD 300 Production for
S-01 to S-06 LOD 300
Start for the
interface with the railway system
models
Malolos-Clark Railway Project
South Commuter Railway Project
Interface
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Technology
“We are continuously adapting to the latest BIM
software and technologies to perform our
specialization services such as BIM Modeling, Clash
Detection Analysis, BIM GIS Integration,
Visualization, and Virtual Reality.”
04. Autodesk Navisworks Combining 3d models and used to
generate Clash Detection reports
03. Autodesk Civil 3D Create 2d drawings & 3d models
Used for Tunnels & Viaducts
02. Autodesk Revit Create 3d Models. Used for
Stations and Depot structures
05. Autodesk Infraworks Integrating 3d models GIS maps
06. Twinmotion 3d Visualization
01.
02.
03.
04.
05.
06.
07
01. Autodesk AutoCAD
Create 2d Drawings.
07. Tekla Structures Creating 3d models for
building structures
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BIM + AI
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Program
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM
COMMON DATA ENVIRONMENT
BIM Environment
CDE
Information Modeling
Programming
Management
Scheduling
Resource Control
Budgeting
Management
Resource Control
Budgeting
Dashboard
Instant Messaging
The pilot was designed to test the Software of the Solution Provider to accommodate the requirements of DE Implementation. The 5 functions are composed of EDMS,
CDE, BIM, BIM 4d Scheduling, Cost Management, Dashboard, and Instant Messaging.
Autodesk provided this software suite to address the client’s program integration requirement. They proposed ACC as the CDE that will house all these functionalities
to one source of truth, and having one data repository will give access to users of the project via the cloud system. Autodesk will provide data security and backup to
prevent data loss.
Information
Management
EDMS
Electronic Data Management
System
Navisworks
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BIM Implementation
We used the BIM Models in design
checking, Clash detection and coordination.
By using these solutions, we fixed the design issues that entail cost and
delay to the project. This exercise also minimized the carbon footprint by optimizing the use of materials.
Using these processes, we have
significantly reduced and minimize rework, saving time, cost of delivery, and energy.
“Autodesk is helping us manage this significant project by providing an integrated platform to incorporate most of our enterprise solutions. With this flexibility, we can easily use different BIM design authoring tools within the network.”
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BIM Management
CREATION AND
IMPLEMENTATION OF WORK
STANDARDS, BIM
REQUIREMENTS, MANUALS, AND
STANDARDS
CREATION AND
IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITAL
ENGINEERING
COMMON DATA ENVIRONMENT
CREATION AND
IMPLEMENTATION OF
MODELLING CRITERIA
MODELLING STANDARDS AND
GUIDELINES
QUALITY CHECKING AND
QUALITY ASSURANCE
CLASH DETECTION AND
COORDINATION
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Management
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BIM Management
Management
Design Collaboration
Model Coordination
Single source of information
Worksharing
Clash Detection
Issue Management
Virtual Construction Review
Clash Analysis and Constructability
Efficient Coordination
Reduce risk on site
Minimize waste during construction
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FLAGSHIP PROJECTSFLAGSHIP PROJECTS
MODEL CREATION
AND COORDINATION BIM MODELS OF ALL
DISCIPLINARY
TRADES
CREATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF
BIM LIBRARIES
LIBRARIES AND FAMILIES
BIM ModellingNorth South Commuter Rail
Modelling
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BIM and GIS ModellingNorth South Commuter Rail
Dynamo Construction Progress in
Revit with shared parameter
Construction Progress in GIS Smart maps
information directly from the Revit Models
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FLAGSHIP PROJECTSDigital Engineering ImplementationNorth South Commuter Rail
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FLAGSHIP PROJECTS4D BIMNorth South Commuter Rail
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Digital Engineering
Visualization
VIRTUAL REALITY
CREATION AND UTILIZATION
AUGMENTED REALITY
RENDERING AND
WALKTROUGH CREATION AND
UTILIZATION
RENDERS AND WALKTHROUGHS
North South Commuter Rail
Twinmotion
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Interoperability
Laguna De Bay Manila
Bay
North South Commuter Rail
North South Commuter Rail
North-South Commuter Railway
Malolos-Clark Railway Project
South Commuter Railway Project
Metro Manila Subway Project
ProjectWise
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Digital Engineering Pilot
North South Commuter Rail
Interoperability
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InteroperabilityNorth South Commuter Rail
ProjectWise
North South
Commuter Rail
North-South Commuter Railway
Malolos-Clark Railway Project
South Commuter Railway Project
Metro Manila
Subway Project
BIM Environment
Information Modeling
Programming
Management
Scheduling
Resource Control
Budgeting
Management
Resource Control
Budgeting
Dashboard
Instant Messaging
Information
Management
EDMS
Electronic Data
Management System
Navisworks
Navisworks
ProjectWise
Interface
Using BIM interoperability in railway projects ensures that data flows seamlessly across different software platforms and project stages, enabling multidisciplinary
collaboration among civil, structural, architectural, and systems engineers. Interoperability allows models and information f rom tools like Civil 3D, Revit, and Navisworks
to integrate into a unified environment through open data formats such as IFC, and COBie. This connectivity enhances accuracy in alignment and station design,
reduces rework during coordination, and ensures that changes in one discipline automatically update others. By promoting standardized data exchange and model-based
collaboration, BIM interoperability supports the full lifecycle of railway assets—from feasibility and detailed design to construction and maintenance—resulting in more
efficient workflows, improved quality control, and consistent information delivery aligned with ISO 19650 and other international BIM standards.
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BIM SiteNorth South Commuter Rail
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Summary
Total Registered BIM Models
400 For Coordination
$60,000
Document
Storage
Office Rent
Expense
Saving
Total
$889,000
Construction Cost
Savings
Using BIM Technology
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
CP102 CP103 CP104 Category 4
Series 1 Series 2
Series 3
Ongoing printing cost savings
$237,000
BIM provides significant benefits to
the owner by offering greater
transparency, control, and value
throughout the project lifecycle. It
enables more accurate cost
estimates and schedule forecasts,
reducing the risk of budget overruns
and delays. Owners gain better
insight into the design through 3D
visualizations, allowing for more
informed decision-making early on.
During construction, BIM helps
minimize changes and disruptions by
identifying conflicts in advance. Most
importantly, the owner receives a
detailed, data-rich as-built model that
supports efficient facility
management, maintenance, and
future renovations, ultimately
lowering long-term operational costs
and increasing the asset's value.
Total Registered Documents
96672
63387
101345
72090
107808
5328 15203
8970 3727 5992 15660
4489647010
1230812978 2624
73442
0
20000
40000
60000
80000
100000
120000
N01 N02 N03 N04 N05 S01 S02 S03A S03B S03C S04 S05 S06 S07 NS01 NS02 NSCR
Total Clashes resolved
50 95 170
45 150 150
420
300
0
200
400
600
S01 S02 S03A S03B S03C S04 S05 S06
Total Clashes resolved
3
35
60
78
0 20 40 60 80 100
Civil
MEPFS
Structural
Architectural
1,380
689,343
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Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3 Slide 4: Organization Slide 5: Global Network Slide 6: Sector Slide 7: Services Slide 8: Organization Slide 9: Project Information Slide 10: The Philippines Slide 11: Greater Metro Manila Slide 12: Challenges Slide 13: Greater Metro Manila Slide 14: Organization Slide 15: Digital Engineering Pilot Slide 16: The Project Slide 17: The Project Slide 18: The Project Slide 19: The Project Slide 20: Project Organization Slide 21: Digital Engineering Slide 22: Digital Engineering Implementation Slide 23: Technology Slide 24: Program Slide 25: BIM Implementation Slide 26: BIM Management Slide 27: BIM Management Slide 28: FLAGSHIP PROJECTS Slide 29: BIM and GIS Modelling Slide 30: FLAGSHIP PROJECTS Slide 31: FLAGSHIP PROJECTS Slide 32: Digital Engineering Slide 33: Interoperability Slide 34: Digital Engineering Pilot Slide 35: Interoperability Slide 36: BIM Site Slide 37: Results Slide 38: Summary Slide 39: We support Slide 40