PortCalls March 1, 2023

Our latest issue (March 1, 2023). Stories include: PPA plans to bid…

Iris Lines, PIL intra-Asia service sails from South Harbor

Iris Lines, Inc. recently started its joint service with Pacific International Lines…
PAL, Cebu Pacific expand flights in Clark airport

PAL, Cebu Pacific expand flights in Clark airport

Both Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific are expanding their flight route network…

PortCalls February 27, 2023

Our latest issue (February 27, 2023). Stories include: MARINA requires classification of…
HMM orders nine methanol-fuelled ships worth $1.12B

HMM orders nine methanol-fuelled ships worth $1.12B

HMM signed newbuilding contracts with Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries and HJ Shipbuilding…
MARINA requires classification of PH ships in domestic trade

MARINA requires classification of PH ships in domestic trade

The Maritime Industry Authority is requiring Philippine-registered ships engaged in the domestic…
BIR clarifies ecozone logistics service enterprises entitled to zero VAT

BIR clarifies ecozone logistics service enterprises entitled to zero VAT

The Bureau of Internal Revenue issued additional clarification on qualifications of ecozone…
Ex-MARINA chief is new president of World Maritime University

Ex-MARINA chief is new president of World Maritime University

Professor Maximo Q. Mejia Jr. was named to succeed Dr. Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry…
BOC names top importers, taxpayers for 2022

BOC names top importers, taxpayers for 2022

The Bureau of Customs Post Clearance Audit Group named its top taxpayers…
BOC eyes balikbayan box deconsolidators as true importers under draft memo

BOC eyes balikbayan box deconsolidators registration under draft memo

The Bureau of Customs is looking to treat deconsolidators of balikbayan boxes as…