Port congestion back with yard utilization at over 90%

Manila ports’ yard utilization has again shot up to over 90%, prompting…

PortCalls April 6, 2020 issue

The latest issue of PortCalls is here. For more updates, go to…
Rapidpass

RapidPass ID offers easy checkpoint access for ECQ frontliners

The RapidPass, an online identification system to ease frontliners’ and essential workers’…

BOC-MICP operations almost back to normal

Operations of the Bureau of Customs (BOC)-Manila International Container Port (MICP) have…

Cargo clearance may be accomplished in 24 hours, says BOC

Assuming all import documents are in order, the Bureau of Customs (BOC)…

Only PNP can inspect cargo vehicles, and only if absolutely necessary

Only the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) may inspect cargo vehicles…

JAO fast tracks release of cargoes to address port congestion

The Philippine government is expediting release of containers to prevent port congestion…

Expiring PEZA service providers’ LOAs automatically extended

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has automatically extended all accredited service…
PortCalls April 1, 2020

PortCalls April 1, 2020 issue

Here’s our latest (April 1, 2020) issue of PortCalls. For other industry…

Authorized Economic Operator program guidelines issued

The Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program for importers and exporters has been…