BOC creates hub for top traders to streamline customs procedures

BOC creates Top Importers Office for seamless movement of goods

The Bureau of Customs has created a Top Importers Office to serve…
PPA sets up fuel adjustment scheme for pilotage services

PPA sets up fuel adjustment scheme for pilotage services

The Philippine Ports Authority established a fuel-based adjustment mechanism for harbor pilotage…
PPA issues guidelines on fuel surcharge adjustment for port operators

PPA issues guidelines on fuel surcharge adjustment for port operators

The Philippine Ports Authority has issued guidelines on the computation of fuel…
Airfare, cargo rates to ease with fuel surcharge drop for May 16-31

Airfare, cargo rates to ease with fuel surcharge drop for May 16-31

Airfares and cargo rates could be lower soon as the Civil Aeronautics…
Sangley Airport feasibility study gets USTDA funding

Sangley airport study gets USTDA funding; more nations join Luzon Economic Corridor project

The United States Trade and Development Agency is funding the feasibility study…

PortCalls May 13, 2026

Our latest issue (May 13, 2026). Stories include: MARINA sets higher penalties,…
MARINA rolls back cap for passenger, cargo rates hike to 30%

MARINA rolls back cap for passenger, cargo rates hike to 30%

The Maritime Industry Authority has lowered back to 30% from 40% the…
ATI sees sustained cargo growth in Manila and Batangas terminals

ATI sees sustained cargo growth in Manila and Batangas terminals

Asian Terminals Inc. anticipates continued cargo volume growth this year after recording…
Consultancy contract for transport master plan to be awarded by Q3

Consultancy contract for transport master plan to be awarded by Q3

The consultancy for the formulation of the 30-year Philippine Transportation System Master…
MARINA sets higher fines, penalties for maritime violations

MARINA sets higher fines, penalties for maritime violations

The Maritime Industry Authority has revised its schedule of administrative fines and…