No hike in passenger fuel surcharge for Nov-Dec

There will be no increase in passenger fuel surcharge for the last…

BOC clarifies order imposing fines for clerical errors in export declaration

The Bureau of Customs will “consider” adjustments in export declaration provided adjustments…

Asia-US container rates dive but may not be for long

Container rates were available at their lowest level in months due to…

PortCalls Oct 18, 2021

Our latest issue (PortCalls_Oct 18, 2021). Stories include: PPA requirement to operate…

BOC files 131 cases vs importers, brokers from Jan-Sept

The Bureau of Customs filed a total of 131 cases against importers…

CMA CGM, BigCommerce to develop digital storefronts for merchants

With this partnership, CMA CGM is accelerating its digital transformation to help…

AISL: PPA container registration system encroaches on BOC mandate

The Philippine Ports Authority’s proposed container registry and monitoring system is redundant…

BOC kicks off online viewing for cargo examination

The Bureau of Customs Examination Online Viewing became available on October 15…

PPA requirement for permit to operate on hold for truckers

The Philippine Ports Authority is postponing implementation of a requirement for trucking…

4 x-ray machines to boost BOC anti-smuggling operations

The Bureau of Customs has acquired four new mobile container x-ray machines…