The Backbone Behind Solid North Bus : Ownership & History Pangasinan Solid North Transit, Inc. operates as a major bus company in the Philippines , primarily serving Northern Luzon routes. Founded in 2007 , it is a subsidiary of Fariñas Transit Company , a transportation pioneer since 1969. The company is led by Gerald P. Chua , who holds the position of President and CEO . The fleet consists of nearly 300 bus units , servicing high-demand routes from Metro Manila to Baguio, Pangasinan, Tarlac , and beyond. 💥 Major Incident: Multi-Vehicle Collision at SCTEX Involving Solid North Bus On May 1, 2025 , a tragic accident involving a Solid North Bus shocked the nation: A Solid North bus , operated by Dagupan Bus Co. , crashed into four vehicles at the SCTEX Tarlac Toll Plaza . The impact killed at least 10 individuals and injured 37 others , including children. Medical reports confirmed that traumatic brain injuries were the leading cause of death, includi...