PortCalls April 15, 2026

Our latest issue (April 15, 2026). Stories include: 3-year importer accreditation takes…
APECO, Poro Point, John Hay added as certified agencies for BOC’s CPRS

APECO, Poro Point, John Hay authorities added as BOC CPRS accrediting agencies

Three freeport management entities have been added to the list of accrediting…
Middle East crisis weighs down global trade after 2025 growth—UNCTAD

Middle East crisis weighs down global trade after 2025 growth—UNCTAD

The Middle East conflict and its resulting impact on higher logistics costs…
PEZA Q1 2026 investments

PEZA approves P46.5B in Q1 2026 investments, notes pivot to high-value activities

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority kicked off 2026 with a significant capital…
3-year importer accreditation takes effect with new requirements

3-year importer accreditation takes effect under new BOC rules

The Bureau of Customs extended the validity of importers’ accreditation to three…

PortCalls April 13, 2026

Our latest issue (April 13, 2026). Stories include: CPA extends free storage…
PortCalls hosts LSPH partnership lunch as prelude to logistics conference in May

PortCalls hosts LSPH partnership lunch as prelude to logistics conference in May

PortCalls hosts LSPH (Logistics Services Philippines) Partnership Lunch with Department of Trade…
MARINA allows up to 40% hike in passenger, cargo shipping fares

MARINA allows up to 40% hike in passenger fares, cargo fees from previous 30%

The Maritime Industry Authority raised to 40%, from the earlier 30%, the…
SBMA trims, suspends fees on port and other services

SBMA cuts fees by 5%, extends free storage period by 2 days

Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority is implementing relief measures for its stakeholders amid…
Davao international terminal defers higher fees for AISL members

Davao International Container Terminal defers higher fees for AISL members

Davao International Container Terminal is deferring the application of some components of…