Upgrade works for ICTSI’s NorthPort ahead of schedule

Upgrade works for ICTSI’s NorthPort ahead of schedule

Structural works on the second and third 42.5-meter segments of NorthPort’s Pier…
Global container trade starts 2026 strong with 4% rise in Jan

Global container trade starts 2026 strong with 4% rise in Jan

Global container trade reached 16.03 million TEUs in January 2026, up 4%…
Cargo trucks to raise rates or halt operations as diesel price spirals

Cargo trucks to raise rates or halt operations as diesel price spirals

Trucking firms are either raising their rates or looking at stopping operations…
BOC starts collecting safeguard duty for imported cement

BOC starts collecting safeguard duty for imported cement

The Bureau of Customs has started implementing the safeguard duty for imported…
MARINA launches random checks of ships nationwide

MARINA launches random checks of ships nationwide

The Maritime Industry Authority will launch a nationwide validation inspection of domestic…
DoTr reduces fees at government-operated airports amid oil crunch

DoTr reduces fees at government-operated airports amid oil crunch

Passenger service charge and air navigation fees at Civil Aviation Authority of…

PortCalls March 16, 2026

Our latest issue (March 16, 2026). Stories include: ICTSI sets South Luzon…
Domestic shipping operators pass on extra fuel cost to customers

Domestic shipping operators pass on extra fuel cost to customers

The Philippine Liner Shipping Association will pass on to shippers/clients some of…
ICTSI sets South Luzon Container Terminal construction into motion

ICTSI sets South Luzon Container Terminal construction in motion

International Container Terminal Services Inc. officially launched the South Luzon Container Terminal…
BOC-post clearance audit group honors top taxpayers, PDP participants

BOC-post clearance audit group honors top taxpayers, PDP participants

The Bureau of Customs–Post Clearance Audit Group recognized its top stakeholders for…