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Articles on major shipping and logistics developments handpicked by PortCalls editors

BOC hits record high monthly collection in July, seven-month period

BOC hits record high monthly collection in July, seven-month period

The Bureau of Customs recorded its highest monthly and January-July revenue collections…
  • August 3, 2026
  • 2 minute read
PH launches incentive program to boost e-vehicle sector

PH launches incentive program to boost e-vehicle sector

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed an order establishing the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy…
  • August 3, 2026
  • 3 minute read

PortCalls August 3, 2026

Our latest issue (August 3, 2026). Stories include: ICTSI secures 25-year extension…
  • August 3, 2026
  • 1 minute read
SBMA opens Subic airport project proposal to challenge bids

SBMA opens Subic airport project proposal to challenge bids

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority opened the unsolicited proposal to transform Subic…
  • July 31, 2026
  • 4 minute read
NAIA air cargo logjam easing as Paircargo clears nearly 5Mkg, races to beat peak season

NAIA air cargo logjam easing as Paircargo clears nearly 5Mkg, races to beat peak season

Paircargo released 4.971 million kilograms of cargo from May to July 27…
  • July 31, 2026
  • 3 minute read
ICTSI gets 25-year extension for Manila flagship terminal to 2063

ICTSI secures 25-year extension at MICT, locking in operations to 2063

The Philippine Ports Authority has renewed International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s contract…
  • July 30, 2026
  • 2 minute read
PH trade deficit grew 12.3% in June to P4.94B

PH trade deficit grew 12.3% in June 2026 to P4.94B

The Philippines’ trade deficit recorded a slower expansion in June 2026 as…
  • July 30, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Global air cargo demand jumps 8.5% in June 2026 – IATA

Global air cargo demand jumps 8.5% in June 2026 – IATA

Global air cargo demand rose 8.5% in June 2026 year on year,…
  • July 30, 2026
  • 2 minute read
ATI anticipates record volume in Batangas port this year

ATI anticipates record volume in Batangas port this year

Batangas port is expected to handle 3% more cargoes in 2026 and…
  • July 30, 2026
  • 3 minute read
PCCI, BOC tackle NAIA cargo backlog, customs reforms

PCCI pushes dedicated PEZA cargo facilities amid congestion woes

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pushing for dedicated Philippine…
  • July 29, 2026
  • 2 minute read