PortCalls March 9, 2022

Our latest issue (PortCalls_March 9, 2022). Stories include: Carriers seek fuel subsidy,…

High fuel prices jack up local shipping costs by up to 25%

The continuous increase in fuel prices is pushing up domestic shipping costs…

Economic cluster advances measures to dull effects of oil price hikes

The Cabinet Economic Development Cluster recommended a slew of measures, including removal…

Carriers seek fuel subsidy, suspension of excise tax, cut in gov’t fees

Domestic shipping and air carriers want a reduction in government charges to…

Robredo tags maritime industry as a priority, bats for ship registry

The maritime industry will be a top priority for presidential candidate Leni…

PH preps for April launch of ASEAN customs declaration document portal

The Bureau of Customs is preparing for full implementation of the ASEAN…

PortCalls March 7, 2022

Our latest issue (PortCalls_March 7, 2022). Stories include: Russia-Ukraine war, high fuel…

ICTSI expanding MICT with Berth 8

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. continues to expand capacity of its flagship…

FedEx to hike peak surcharge for some international services

FedEx is increasing the peak surcharge for some international destinations The hike…

CMA-CGM, Maersk suspend Belarus bookings to follow sanctions

Giant ocean liners halt bookings to and from Belarus starting March 4…