Freight forwarding market logs fastest expansion in decade

Global freight forwarding market grew 11.2% in real terms in 2021, its…

BOC integrating E-TRACC with E2M

The Bureau of Customs is integrating the Electronic Tracking of Containerized Cargo…

Cebu port domestic cargo-handling tariff up 20% starting July 1

A 20% increase in domestic cargo-handling tariff awaits users of Cebu port…
Domestic shipowner Christopher Pastrana named new PPA GM

Domestic shipowner Christopher Pastrana named new PPA GM

Archipelago Philippine Ferries Corp. (APFC) chairman Christopher Pastrana has been named be…
Passenger and cargo fuel surcharge

Substantial jump in air passenger fuel surcharge from July 1; cargo surcharge introduced

The Civil Aeronautics Board approved higher fuel surcharge that airlines may charge…
Jaime Bautista appointed Transport secretary

Ex PAL president appointed Transport secretary

President-elect Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has selected former Philippine Airlines (PAL) president Jaime…
DBP allots P50B loan fund for PH maritime sector

DBP allots P50B loan fund for PH maritime sector

State bank will offer concessional loans for projects of local players under…

PortCalls June 22, 2022

Our latest issue (PortCalls June 22, 2022). Stories include: High fuel prices…
High fuel prices may force truckers to halt operations

High fuel prices may force truckers to halt operations

The Alliance of Concerned Truck Owners and Organizations (ACTOO) and Confederation of…
Cold chain growth

Cold chain sector eyes growth in H2 amid high oil prices, supply chain disruptions

Cold chain operators expect growth opportunities in the second half even as…