MARINA to seek additional tax incentives for domestic shipping

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) will push for the revision of laws…

PortCalls February 7, 2024

Our latest issue (February 7, 2024). Stories include: BOC launches portal for…

BOC to create multi-industry advisory groups

The Bureau of Customs is establishing consultative bodies with industry groups to…
freight rate discounts

DA chief seeks discounts on freight rates for agri products

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said he will push for discounts…

PortCalls February 5, 2024

Our latest issue (February 5, 2024). Stories include: MARINA urges strict compliance…
ILWU, ICTSI reach $20.5M settlement in labor dispute

ILWU, ICTSI reach $20.5M settlement in prolonged labor dispute

The International Longshore and Warehouse Union and ICTSI Oregon, Inc. have reached…
Dec air cargo demand soars 10.8%

Dec air cargo demand soars 10.8%, 2023 demand down slightly, says IATA

Global air cargo demand in December jumped 10.8% year-on-year, according to the…
MARINA urges strict compliance to ship classification process

MARINA urges strict compliance to ship classification process

The Maritime Industry Authority issued a directive urging meticulous compliance to the…

PH economy grows 5.6% in 2023, misses government target

The Philippine economy grew by 5.6% in 2023, slightly below the government’s…

PortCalls January 31, 2024

Our latest issue (January 31, 2024). Stories include: ICTSI bags 25-year contract…