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BOC’s ePay open for wider use, linked to LandBank

BOC’s ePay open for wider use, linked to LandBank

The Bureau of Customs is encouraging stakeholders to utilize its Electronic Payment…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read
Trade momentum continues as exports surge 21.3% in Nov

Trade momentum continues as exports surge 21.3% in Nov

Philippine exports rose 21.3% year-on-year to US$6.9 billion in November 2025, according…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read
DTI-STMO issues rules on re-export, reassignment of strategic goods

DTI-STMO issues rules on re-export, reassignment of strategic goods

The Department of Trade and Industry-Strategic Trade Management Office recently issued rules…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 4 minute read

PortCalls December 29, 2025

Our latest issue (December 29, 2025). Stories include: DICT, TradeX ink contract…
  • December 29, 2025
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Build a Bridge

Build a Bridge

Two surveys released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas just before Christmas…
  • December 29, 2025
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PPA preparing to negotiate with ICTSI on MICT contract renewal

PPA preparing to negotiate with ICTSI on MICT contract renewal

The Philippine Ports Authority is preparing to negotiate the terms and conditions…
  • December 26, 2025
  • 4 minute read
Fuel marking EOI deadline moved anew to Jan 16

Fuel marking EOI deadline moved anew to Jan 16

Deadline for the submission of expressions of interest to provide project preparation…
  • December 26, 2025
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ACAP names Perez de Tagle as executive director

Air carriers’ association names Perez de Tagle as executive director

Air Carriers Association of the Philippines has appointed Jose Enrique Perez de…
  • December 26, 2025
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Trade deficit drops by 28.8% on improved exports, lower imports

Trade deficit drops by 28.8% on improved exports, lower imports

The country’s trade deficit recorded a 28.8% decline in November 2025 as…
  • December 26, 2025
  • 2 minute read
I.E. Medica gets AEO certification, Brother Industries upgraded

I.E. Medica gets AEO certification, Brother Industries upgraded

I.E. Medica, Inc. has been granted Level 1 accreditation under the Bureau…
  • December 26, 2025
  • 3 minute read
Customs
BOC-MICP district collector underscores private sector collaboration

MICP district collector underscores BOC-private sector collaboration

Bureau of Customs-Manila International Container Port district collector Felipe Geoffrey De Vera…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Fermin quits as BOC deputy commissioner

BOC internal admin deputy commissioner resigns

Bureau of Customs deputy commissioner for Internal Administration Group Michael Fermin has…
  • January 22, 2026
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WCO updates customs codes to boost vaccine, medical goods trade

WCO updates HS codes to boost vaccine, medical goods trade

World Customs Organization releases a major update to the Harmonized System, effective…
  • January 22, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Maritime
Cargo volume at Cebu ports expand by 5.5% in 2025

Cargo volume at Cebu ports expands by 5.5% in 2025

Cargo volumes handled by Cebu ports grew 5.5% to 75.873 million metric…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Ocean and air freight markets to track different routes in 2026

Ocean and air freight markets to track different routes in 2026

Rates for ocean and air freight this year – though both facing…
  • January 22, 2026
  • 4 minute read
PPA clarifies storage rates for empty reefer containers

PPA clarifies storage rates for empty reefer containers

The Philippine Ports Authority issued a clarification on the assessment of storage…
  • January 21, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Aviation
ASEAN holds big potential as producer, user of sustainable aviation fuel by 2025

ASEAN holds big potential as producer, user of sustainable aviation fuel

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations holds big potential as both producer…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 4 minute read
MCIA showcases VisMin link as tourism gets boost from visa-free entry for Chinese

MCIA showcases VisMin link as tourism gets boost from visa-free entry for Chinese

Mactan-Cebu International Airport positions itself as a key Visayas–Mindanao gateway as the…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Teleport raises $50M pre-IPO capital for global expansion

Teleport raises $50M pre-IPO capital for global expansion

Teleport is raising US$50 million as pre-initial public offering growth capital to…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Opinion
2026 Is Not About Growth. It’s About Control.

2026 Is Not About Growth. It’s About Control.

BY AMIT MAHESHWARI, CEO, Softlink Global For many freight forwarders across Asia,…
  • January 15, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Ripple effects

Ripple Effects

We’ve barely begun cleaning up after New Year’s Day celebrations when the…
  • January 12, 2026
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2025: A Year That Exposed How Freight Really Runs

2025: A Year That Exposed How Freight Really Runs

BY AMIT MAHESHWARI, CEO, Softlink Global 2025 will not be remembered for…
  • December 31, 2025
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Ports/Terminals
BOC-MICP district collector underscores private sector collaboration

MICP district collector underscores BOC-private sector collaboration

Bureau of Customs-Manila International Container Port district collector Felipe Geoffrey De Vera…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 2 minute read
MCIA showcases VisMin link as tourism gets boost from visa-free entry for Chinese

MCIA showcases VisMin link as tourism gets boost from visa-free entry for Chinese

Mactan-Cebu International Airport positions itself as a key Visayas–Mindanao gateway as the…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Cargo volume at Cebu ports expand by 5.5% in 2025

Cargo volume at Cebu ports expands by 5.5% in 2025

Cargo volumes handled by Cebu ports grew 5.5% to 75.873 million metric…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
3PL
Teleport raises $50M pre-IPO capital for global expansion

Teleport raises $50M pre-IPO capital for global expansion

Teleport is raising US$50 million as pre-initial public offering growth capital to…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Ocean and air freight markets to track different routes in 2026

Ocean and air freight markets to track different routes in 2026

Rates for ocean and air freight this year – though both facing…
  • January 22, 2026
  • 4 minute read
J&T adds new light truck to EV fleet

J&T adds new light truck to EV fleet

J&T Express Philippines acquired a new electric vehicle from QSJ Motors Phils,…
  • January 21, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Sponsored
AISL manifesto of support to BOC commissioner Nepomuceno

AISL manifesto of support to BOC commissioner Nepomuceno

The Association of International Shipping Lines, Inc. (AISL), representing international container shipping…
  • November 26, 2025
  • 2 minute read
MSC SS Rice News Convention 2025

MSC Brings Rice Logistics Experts to SS Rice News Convention 2025

Date: 12-14 November 2025 ⏰Time: 09:00–18:00 (GMT+7) Venue: Pattaya Exhibition and Convention…
  • November 4, 2025
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4

Rhenus Philippines: A New Era in Pasay

Rhenus Philippines has inaugurated its new head office, which consolidates Rhenus Air…
  • September 21, 2025
  • 3 minute read
Economy
BOC-MICP district collector underscores private sector collaboration

MICP district collector underscores BOC-private sector collaboration

Bureau of Customs-Manila International Container Port district collector Felipe Geoffrey De Vera…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 2 minute read
MCIA showcases VisMin link as tourism gets boost from visa-free entry for Chinese

MCIA showcases VisMin link as tourism gets boost from visa-free entry for Chinese

Mactan-Cebu International Airport positions itself as a key Visayas–Mindanao gateway as the…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Cargo volume at Cebu ports expand by 5.5% in 2025

Cargo volume at Cebu ports expands by 5.5% in 2025

Cargo volumes handled by Cebu ports grew 5.5% to 75.873 million metric…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Press Releases
ASEAN holds big potential as producer, user of sustainable aviation fuel by 2025

ASEAN holds big potential as producer, user of sustainable aviation fuel

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations holds big potential as both producer…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 4 minute read
MCIA showcases VisMin link as tourism gets boost from visa-free entry for Chinese

MCIA showcases VisMin link as tourism gets boost from visa-free entry for Chinese

Mactan-Cebu International Airport positions itself as a key Visayas–Mindanao gateway as the…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Teleport raises $50M pre-IPO capital for global expansion

Teleport raises $50M pre-IPO capital for global expansion

Teleport is raising US$50 million as pre-initial public offering growth capital to…
  • January 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read