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The Cebu Port Authority is only collecting 50% of its share from domestic cargo-handling service providers operating in the ports of Cebu as part of measures to help mitigate the impact of the fuel crisis
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The discount takes effect for two months from May 10 to July 9, subject to periodic review
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The additional measure follows other mitigating initiatives imposed under MC No. 04-2026
The Cebu Port Authority (CPA) is only collecting 50% of its share from domestic cargo-handling service providers operating in all Cebu ports. The policy is effective for two months — from May 10 to July 9, 2026 – as part of initiatives to help mitigate the impact of the fuel crisis on Cebu port stakeholders.
CPA Memorandum Circular (CPA) No. 05-2026 declares that the share to be remitted to CPA by accredited domestic cargo-handling service providers will have a 50% discount, effective for two months from May 10 to July 9, 2026, subject to periodic review.
The measure follows other mitigating initiatives imposed under MC No. 04-2026.
Effective April 18 under MC No. 04-2026, CPA implemented a 40% discount on berthing and anchorage fees for domestic vessels calling at Cebu ports.
It also suspended roll-on/roll-off wharfage fees for cargo vehicles transporting purely agricultural products, passenger terminal fees, and fees for single entry pass, watering permit, bunkering permit, and other harbor control center-approved permits.
CPA said the measures, also in effect for two months, positions the agency to absorb part of the operational costs of port operations ensuring the uninterrupted delivery of essential services, including infrastructure maintenance, utilities, sanitation, security and emergency response.
The suspension of passenger terminal fees will also make CPA subsidize the continued operations of the passenger terminal buildings, particularly on shuttle services, comfort room maintenance, security services, cleaning and sanitation (including waste disposal), lighting and air-conditioning systems, electrical and utility services, water supply and plumbing maintenance, emergency and medical services, pest control, and administrative and operational staffing.
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CPA general manager Francisco Comendador III earlier acknowledged that the initiative will impact CPA operations but emphasized the need to support port stakeholders during this challenging period.
CPA said it “remains committed to ensuring the continuous and efficient delivery of port services while supporting the maritime industry and the commuting public during the ongoing fuel crisis.”
