PortCalls May 3, 2021

Our latest issue (PortCalls; May 3, 2021). Stories include: LGU pass-through fees…

PCC investigating shipping industry’s ‘potentially abusive behavior’

A Philippine Competition Commission investigation is looking at the “potentially abusive behavior”…

Port users, agencies back bills regulating foreign carriers’ charges

Various government agencies and stakeholders’ groups threw support two house bills seeking…

Freight rates continue ‘dizzying ascent’ across all major trades—Xeneta

Long-term contracted freight rates went up 4.1% in April month-on-month and 21.1%…

PPA seeks Calapan port operator

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is inviting bidders for the port terminal…

NCR Plus remains under MECQ until May 14

The National Capital Region, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna and Cavite, collectively know  as…
Metro Manila under shorter curfew hours from May 1

Metro Manila under shorter curfew hours from May 1

Starting May 1, the unified curfew hours in Metro Manila will be…

LGU pass-through fees on cargo vehicles illegal, joint memo stresses

Joint Memorandum Circular No. 2021-01 reiterates the collection of fees and taxes—such…

PortCalls April 28, 2021

Our latest issue (PortCalls; April 28, 2021). Stories include: PSA bill should…

DSV Panalpina acquires Agility unit for $4.2B, becomes world’s 3rd largest forwarder

DSV Panalpina buys Agility unit Global Integrated Logistics for $4.2B The acquisition…