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Laden containers without export declaration off-limits at MICP yard

The Bureau of Customs (BOC)-Manila International Container Port (MICP) has issued an…
  • August 10, 2014
  • 2 minute read

PCCI makes strong pitch to redirect container traffic to Subic

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PPCI) is reiterating its call…
  • August 10, 2014
  • 2 minute read

No apprehension policy upheld, but only until August 15

The Land Transportation Regulatory and Franchising Board (LTFRB) will continue its no…
  • August 10, 2014
  • 2 minute read

ICTSI income expands on strong port contributions

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) reported a 21% increase in net…
  • August 10, 2014
  • 3 minute read

BOC clarifies tax exemptions for foreign relief goods

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) said only duties and taxes can be…
  • August 10, 2014
  • 1 minute read

Mandatory Data Elements in Air Manifest

In the latest draft Customs Memorandum Order on Revised Procedures on the Submission…
  • August 10, 2014
  • 2 minute read

Vietnam prepares bundle of perks to boost takeoff of support industry

The Ministry of Industry and Trade in Vietnam has come up with…
  • August 8, 2014
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Container leasing reaches record high as carriers struggle with finances

Weak carrier financials brought the container leasing sector another year of stellar…
  • August 8, 2014
  • 3 minute read

MMDA to defy LTFRB’s no apprehension campaign

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has clarified that only trucks and…
  • August 6, 2014
  • 3 minute read

Senators seek probe on port congestion

The problem of port congestion at the Philippines’ two main international gateways…
  • August 6, 2014
  • 3 minute read
Customs
BOC-Clark seizes P10.7M shabu hidden in wedding dress box

BOC-Clark seizes P10.7M shabu hidden in wedding dress box

The Bureau of Customs-Port of Clark seized 1.573 kilograms of suspected shabu,…
  • September 9, 2026
  • 2 minute read
BOC readies accreditation rules for balikbayan box forwarders

BOC readies accreditation rules for balikbayan box forwarders

The Bureau of Customs aims to issue rules on the registration of…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Pax Silica and Luzon Economic Corridor: What Customs and Transport Rules Still Need to Be Written

Pax Silica and the Luzon Economic Corridor: What Customs and Transport Rules Still Need to Be Written

Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of a 3-Part PortCalls series on…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 4 minute read
Maritime
BOC readies accreditation rules for balikbayan box forwarders

BOC readies accreditation rules for balikbayan box forwarders

The Bureau of Customs aims to issue rules on the registration of…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Global container volumes hit record 17.3M TEUs in July – CTS

Global container volumes hit record 17.3M TEUs in July – CTS

Global container volumes reached a record 17.3 million TEUs in July 2026,…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Congestion at Asian ports drive global cargo vessel delays

Congestion at Asian ports drives global cargo vessel delays

Major ports in Asia have been experiencing congestion, driving significant delays for…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Aviation
Mactan-Cebu Airport named among Asia Pacific's best anew by ACI

Mactan-Cebu Airport named among Asia Pacific’s best anew by ACI

Mactan-Cebu International Airport has been named among the best airports in Asia-Pacific…
  • September 9, 2026
  • 3 minute read
IATA updates cargo, ground operations standards in 2027 manuals

IATA updates cargo, ground operations standards in 2027 manuals

The International Air Transport Association released the 2027 editions of its key…
  • September 9, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Air Changan to launch Yichang-Manila charter flights on Sept 15

Air Changan to launch Yichang-Manila charter flights on Sept 15

Air Changan will launch charter flights between Yichang, China and Manila this…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Opinion
Reenergized

Reenergized

The plan was to announce the biggest event in our organization’s annual…
  • September 6, 2026
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The Empty Container Rule Could Change Who Pays

The Empty Container Rule Could Change Who Pays

The truck reaches the nominated container yard before the confirmed return time.…
  • September 2, 2026
  • 3 minute read
From Gatekeeper to Strategic Advisor: The Customs Broker's New Imperative

From Gatekeeper to Strategic Advisor: The Customs Broker’s New Imperative

Over the past eighteen months, the ground beneath international trade has shifted…
  • September 2, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Ports/Terminals
Mactan-Cebu Airport named among Asia Pacific's best anew by ACI

Mactan-Cebu Airport named among Asia Pacific’s best anew by ACI

Mactan-Cebu International Airport has been named among the best airports in Asia-Pacific…
  • September 9, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Pax Silica and Luzon Economic Corridor: What Customs and Transport Rules Still Need to Be Written

Pax Silica and the Luzon Economic Corridor: What Customs and Transport Rules Still Need to Be Written

Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of a 3-Part PortCalls series on…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 4 minute read
Air Changan to launch Yichang-Manila charter flights on Sept 15

Air Changan to launch Yichang-Manila charter flights on Sept 15

Air Changan will launch charter flights between Yichang, China and Manila this…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 2 minute read
3PL
CEVA Logistics earns EcoVadis’ highest medal on sustainability

CEVA Logistics earns EcoVadis’ highest medal on sustainability

CEVA Logistics earned the EcoVadis Platinum Medal after raising its sustainability rating…
  • September 9, 2026
  • 2 minute read
BOC readies accreditation rules for balikbayan box forwarders

BOC readies accreditation rules for balikbayan box forwarders

The Bureau of Customs aims to issue rules on the registration of…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Pax Silica and Luzon Economic Corridor: What Customs and Transport Rules Still Need to Be Written

Pax Silica and the Luzon Economic Corridor: What Customs and Transport Rules Still Need to Be Written

Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of a 3-Part PortCalls series on…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 4 minute read
Sponsored
Quickflo powers dual-leg PH-India air charter

Quickflo powers dual-leg international air charter from PH to India then back to PH

Quickflo Forwarders, Inc., a proud member of the XLP Projects Network and…
  • September 2, 2026
  • 1 minute read
ACTOO convenes industry partners to address high yard utilization

ACTOO convenes industry partners to address high yard utilization

Manila, Philippines — Recognizing the critical role of truckers in maintaining the…
  • June 1, 2026
  • 4 minute read
MSC Upgrades Bayan Ko Service

MSC Upgrades Bayan Ko Service: Enhancing Cebu’s Global Connectivity

Bayan Ko Service: Hong Kong – Yantian – Shekou – Nansha –…
  • March 23, 2026
  • 1 minute read
Economy
Pax Silica and Luzon Economic Corridor: What Customs and Transport Rules Still Need to Be Written

Pax Silica and the Luzon Economic Corridor: What Customs and Transport Rules Still Need to Be Written

Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of a 3-Part PortCalls series on…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 4 minute read
Global container volumes hit record 17.3M TEUs in July – CTS

Global container volumes hit record 17.3M TEUs in July – CTS

Global container volumes reached a record 17.3 million TEUs in July 2026,…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Pax Silica and the Luzon Economic Corridor: Why Cargo Can't Move Until the Rules Do

Pax Silica and the Luzon Economic Corridor: Why Cargo Can’t Move Until the Rules Do

Editor’s Note: This is Part 1 of a 3-Part PortCalls series on…
  • September 8, 2026
  • 5 minute read
Press Releases
Mactan-Cebu Airport named among Asia Pacific's best anew by ACI

Mactan-Cebu Airport named among Asia Pacific’s best anew by ACI

Mactan-Cebu International Airport has been named among the best airports in Asia-Pacific…
  • September 9, 2026
  • 3 minute read
CEVA Logistics earns EcoVadis’ highest medal on sustainability

CEVA Logistics earns EcoVadis’ highest medal on sustainability

CEVA Logistics earned the EcoVadis Platinum Medal after raising its sustainability rating…
  • September 9, 2026
  • 2 minute read
BOC-Clark seizes P10.7M shabu hidden in wedding dress box

BOC-Clark seizes P10.7M shabu hidden in wedding dress box

The Bureau of Customs-Port of Clark seized 1.573 kilograms of suspected shabu,…
  • September 9, 2026
  • 2 minute read