Globalization holds up against geopolitics, tariff chaos—DHL report

Globalization holds up against geopolitics, tariff chaos—DHL report

Globalization held steady at a high level in 2025 despite escalating geopolitical…
UNCTAD warns vs Hormuz blockade impact on global trade

UNCTAD warns vs Hormuz blockade impact on global trade

The United Nations Trade and Development warned against the ripple effects of…

PortCalls March 11, 2026

Our latest issue (March 11, 2026). Stories include: Domestic sea cargo carriers…
PH drops to 59th place in 2026 DHL Global Connectedness Report

PH drops to 59th place in 2026 DHL Global Connectedness Report

The Philippines fell two ranks to 59th place out of 180 economies…
BOC launches new e‑CP System for vehicle import payments

BOC launches new e‑CP System for vehicle import payments

Bureau of Customs rolled out its new fully-automated Electronic Certificate of Payment…
Sea cargo carriers to impose bunker fuel surcharge

Domestic sea cargo carriers to impose bunker fuel surcharge

Domestic shipping lines have started sending notices to clients on the imposition…
Local shipping lines raise passenger, vehicle, cargo rates

Local shipping lines raise passenger, vehicle, cargo rates

Inter-island shipping operators have announced price adjustments for passenger, vehicle and cargo…
Local shipping lines allowed to adjust rates, route schedules

Local carriers may adjust rates, routes schedules to address fuel price surge

The Maritime Industry Authority is allowing local shipping lines to reduce or…

PortCalls March 9, 2026

Our latest issue (March 9, 2026). Stories include: BOC eyes empty container…

Executive branch adopts 4-day work week to cushion effects of high oil prices

The Office of the President has issued Memorandum Circular 114 that, among…