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Articles on major shipping and logistics developments handpicked by PortCalls editors

PortCalls June 12, 2024

Our latest Independence Day issue (June 12, 2024). Stories include: MARINA extends…
  • June 12, 2024
  • 1 minute read

April trade deficit expands to highest in five months

The Philippines’ trade deficit in April expanded to its highest in five…
  • June 11, 2024
  • 2 minute read

Cebu port cargo volume up 9.1% in Q1

Cargo handled by Cebu ports grew 9.1% in the first quarter of…
  • June 11, 2024
  • 2 minute read
Conflicts fuel air cargo

E-commerce boom, MidEast conflicts fuel global air cargo demand

Rising e-commerce and a modal shift from ocean to air freight due…
  • June 10, 2024
  • 3 minute read

MARINA extends validity of special permits for foreign ships

The Maritime Industry Authority is extending the validity of special permits issued…
  • June 10, 2024
  • 2 minute read

PortCalls June 10, 2024

Our latest issue (June 10, 2024). Stories include: BOC orders 24/7 customs…
  • June 10, 2024
  • 1 minute read

Gov’t fast-tracking Bicol port projects

The government is fast-tracking port projects in the Bicol Region to hasten…
  • June 8, 2024
  • 2 minute read
PCCI now accepting ATA Carnet accreditation

PCCI now accepting ATA Carnet accreditation

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry is now accepting accreditation for…
  • June 7, 2024
  • 2 minute read
PH manufacturing sector grows in April

PH manufacturing sector grows in April

 The Philippine manufacturing sector recovered in April 2024 as more than half…
  • June 7, 2024
  • 2 minute read
BOC implements 24/7 customs clearance

BOC orders 24/7 customs clearance

The Bureau of Customs has ordered 24/7 customs clearance to ensure uninterrupted…
  • June 7, 2024
  • 3 minute read