Ocean cargo spot rates spike in Oct but lower prices still seen in 2026

Ocean cargo spot rates spike in Oct but lower prices still seen in 2026

Average spot rates for sea cargo jumped in October after a downtrend…
ONE launches Singapore-Davao-GenSan liner shipping service

ONE launches Singapore-Davao-GenSan shipping service

Ocean Network Express  is launching a new direct service that connects Singapore…
BOC adopts DOF’s digital tax exemption system

BOC adopts DOF’s digital tax exemption system

The Bureau of Customs is adopting the Department of Finance’s Enhanced Tax…
PEZA nears P250B investment goal despite tariff, corruption risks

PEZA nears P250B investment goal despite tariff, corruption risks

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority is on track to meet its P250-billion…
APECO signs Casiguran port deal with Korean, Filipino firms

APECO signs Casiguran international port deal with Korean, Filipino firms

The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority signed a tripartite agreement…

PortCalls October 29, 2025

Our latest issue (October 29, 2025). Stories include: Upgraded ASEAN pacts to…
RCEP leaders order concrete steps to boost ties amid tariff volatility

RCEP leaders order concrete steps to boost ties amid tariff volatility

The 15 members of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership have reasserted the…
BOC intercepts P12.96M in misdeclared agri goods at MICP

BOC intercepts P12.96M in misdeclared agri goods at MICP

The Bureau of Customs intercepted P12.96 million worth of misdeclared frozen chicken…
Transport agencies gear up for 8M travelers during Undas 2025 weekend

Transport agencies gear up for 8M travelers during Undas 2025 weekend

The Department of Transportation placed all major transport hubs on heightened alert…
Faster cargo clearance, MSME opportunities in 2 upgraded ASEAN trade pact

Faster cargo clearance, MSME opportunities in 2 upgraded ASEAN trade pacts

The now 11-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations updated its regional trade…