RP an ‘over performer’ in logistics

AFTER saying the Philippines had one of the highest logistics costs in…

Body formed to randomly check vessels

THE Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) recently formed a task force…

PISFA: Asia offers much growth potential

INTERNATIONAL seafreight forwarders operating in the Philippines see the Asian market as…

Coast Guard eyes stricter cargo weighing rules

THE Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) wants stricter guidelines when it comes to…

Ancillary fees worry local shipping lines

LOCAL carriers are unhappy over ancillary fees such arrastre and storage that…

Task force on maritime safety to be formed

THE Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) will form a task force…

Standard cargo stowage system mulled

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) is proposing a standard cargo stowage system…

Ship agents wary over 2009/10 prospects

MEMBERS of the Federation of National Associations of Ship Brokers and Agents…

Barge operators seek exemption from CPC, P&I coverage

BARGE operators want to be exempt from securing the Certificate of Public…

Marina designates 2 layup areas

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has identified two new lay-up areas in…