ACTOO at 32: Truckers highlight sector's woes, call for support

ACTOO truckers urge action on empty returns, fuel costs

The Alliance of Concerned Truck Owners and Operators held a solidarity caravan…
PH Q3 GDP growth slackens to 2.1%, slowest since COVID

PH Q3 GDP growth slackens to 2.1%, slowest since COVID period

The Philippine economy slackened to a 2.1% growth in the third quarter…
Global container volumes rise 8% in Sept as freight prices surge

Global container volumes rise 8% in Sept as freight prices surge

Global container volumes increased 8% year-on-year in September 2026, sustaining the shipping…

PortCalls November 9, 2026

Our latest issue (November 9, 2026). Stories include: Temporary yards, more sweeper…

PPA inaugurates upgraded Plaridel port in Misamis Occidental

The Philippine Ports Authority inaugurated the completed Plaridel Port Development and Improvement…
MNHPI seeks hike in cranage rates, other services at NorthPort

NorthPort seeks up to 22% hike in cranage, other fees

The Manila North Harbour Port, Inc. is proposing a 22.29% upward adjustment…
PH manufacturing picks up in September, volume up 9%

PH manufacturing picks up in September, volume up 9%

The Philippine manufacturing sector posted faster growth in September 2026, with more…
Short, long-term solutions to port congestion being studied: BOC assures

Temporary yards, more sweeper vessels eyed vs Manila jam

Temporary container yards and more frequent sweeper vessels are being eyed to…
BOC posts record P97.5B October collection despite import slump

BOC posts record P97.5B October collection despite import slump

The Bureau of Customs recorded its highest monthly collection in October at…
Emirates Group profit plunges 66% to $1 B as Gulf conflict weighs

Emirates Group profit plunges 66% to $1 B as Gulf conflict weighs

The Emirates Group reported a 66% decline in first-half profit for fiscal…