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BOC seizes Porsche cars

BOC-Cagayan de Oro seizes Porsche cars worth P30M

The Bureau of Customs-Port of Cagayan de Oro seized luxury cars worth…
  • December 20, 2023
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WSC applauds coalition action in Red Sea to safeguard seafarers and trade

World Shipping Council expressed gratitude to Operation Prosperity Guardian coalition for addressing…
  • December 20, 2023
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PortCalls December 20, 2023

Our latest issue (December 20, 2023). Stories include: New MARINA chief Malaluan…
  • December 20, 2023
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Red Sea security disrupts global cargo, expected rate hikes and transit impacts

Red Sea security disrupts global cargo, expected rate hikes and transit impacts

Major ocean carriers suspended Red Sea transits due to security threats, impacting…
  • December 19, 2023
  • 4 minute read
ICTSI submits lone bid for Iloilo port but falls short of requirements

ICTSI submits lone bid for Iloilo port but falls short of requirements

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. emerged as the sole bidder for the…
  • December 19, 2023
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DPWH inaugurates Ala-Uli steel flyover in Bataan

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) inaugurated the Ala-Uli Steel…
  • December 19, 2023
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New MARINA administrator Malaluan unveils priorities for maritime sector reforms

Newly-appointed Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) administrator Sonia Malaluan outlines priorities after taking…
  • December 19, 2023
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PH secures P14.5B investment commitments at ASEAN-Japan summit

PH secures P14.5B investment commitments at ASEAN-Japan summit

P14.5 billion in investment commitments were secured at a business event during…
  • December 18, 2023
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LBC taps Converge for greater fiber broadband coverage

LBC has tapped Converge ICT Solutions Inc for expanded fiber broadband connectivity…
  • December 18, 2023
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PortCalls December 18, 2023

Our latest issue (December 18, 2023). Stories include: NAIA, Mactan airport report…
  • December 18, 2023
  • 1 minute read
Customs
BOC-Clark drafting rules on transsorting of air freight

BOC-Clark drafting rules on transsorting of air freight

The Bureau of Customs-Port of Clark is drafting a proposal on transsorting…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 3 minute read
PH, India discuss preferential trade agreement, investments

PH, India discuss preferential trade agreement, investments

The Philippines and India reaffirmed their bilateral trade commitments and are exploring…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
PH, Indonesian firms seal $350M barter-based trade deals

PH, Indonesian firms seal $350M barter-based trade deals

Indonesian and Philippine companies signed countertrade agreements Monday with a combined potential…
  • June 11, 2026
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Maritime
PCG, PPA, ATI team up for Manila port upgrade, modern PCG HQ

PCG, PPA, ATI team up for Manila port upgrade, modern PCG HQ

The Philippine Coast Guard formalized two agreements with the Philippine Ports Authority…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Shipping lines offer free transport of relief goods to quake-hit areas

Shipping lines offer free transport of relief goods to quake-hit areas

Local shipping lines are offering free transport of relief goods intended for…
  • June 11, 2026
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GenSan port operations suspended for structural checks after quake

GenSan port operations suspended for structural checks after quake

Operations at General Santos port were suspended pending completion of inspection and…
  • June 10, 2026
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Aviation
Passenger, cargo fuel surcharge down for June 16-30

Passenger, cargo fuel surcharge down for June 16-30

The passenger and cargo fuel surcharge for the second half of June…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 3 minute read
BOC-Clark drafting rules on transsorting of air freight

BOC-Clark drafting rules on transsorting of air freight

The Bureau of Customs-Port of Clark is drafting a proposal on transsorting…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 3 minute read
PCC clears GIP purchase of 40% of Aboitiz InfraCapital

PCC clears GIP’s 40% purchase of Aboitiz InfraCapital

The Philippine Competition Commission cleared the sale of Aboitiz Equity Ventures’ 40%…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Opinion
Is the Injury Sustained By A Seafarer During A Basketball Game While On Off-Duty Compensable?

Is the Injury Sustained By A Seafarer During A Basketball Game While On Off-Duty Compensable?

YES. And this is the 3-point story. Upon passing his medical examination…
  • June 3, 2026
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Advancing the 3-Year Broker Registration Blueprint

Advancing the 3-Year Broker Registration Blueprint

With the Bureau of Customs’ (BOC) roll-out of CAO No. 05-2019 on…
  • June 1, 2026
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The Last Mile Matters More

The Last Mile Matters More

I’ve had last mile logistics in my mind over the last few…
  • June 1, 2026
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Ports/Terminals
ICTSI’s Tecon Suape in Brazil deploys new container scanner

ICTSI’s Tecon Suape in Brazil deploys new container scanner

Tecon Suape S.A., International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s unit in Recife, Brazil,…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
PCG, PPA, ATI team up for Manila port upgrade, modern PCG HQ

PCG, PPA, ATI team up for Manila port upgrade, modern PCG HQ

The Philippine Coast Guard formalized two agreements with the Philippine Ports Authority…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
PCC clears GIP purchase of 40% of Aboitiz InfraCapital

PCC clears GIP’s 40% purchase of Aboitiz InfraCapital

The Philippine Competition Commission cleared the sale of Aboitiz Equity Ventures’ 40%…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
3PL
BOC-Clark drafting rules on transsorting of air freight

BOC-Clark drafting rules on transsorting of air freight

The Bureau of Customs-Port of Clark is drafting a proposal on transsorting…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 3 minute read
DHL adding 160,000-sqm to Asia Pacific data center logistics network

DHL adding 160,000-sqm to Asia Pacific data center logistics network

DHL Supply Chain is expanding its data center logistics in the Asia…
  • June 10, 2026
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Lalamove, EY collaborate to advance drone use in logistics

Lalamove, EY collaborate to advance drone use in logistics

Lalamove and EY signed a deal to advance developments in the emerging…
  • June 10, 2026
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Sponsored

ACTOO convenes industry partners to address high yard utilization

Manila, Philippines — Recognizing the critical role of truckers in maintaining the…
  • June 1, 2026
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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
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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
Economy
Passenger, cargo fuel surcharge down for June 16-30

Passenger, cargo fuel surcharge down for June 16-30

The passenger and cargo fuel surcharge for the second half of June…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 3 minute read
BOC-Clark drafting rules on transsorting of air freight

BOC-Clark drafting rules on transsorting of air freight

The Bureau of Customs-Port of Clark is drafting a proposal on transsorting…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 3 minute read
PCC clears GIP purchase of 40% of Aboitiz InfraCapital

PCC clears GIP’s 40% purchase of Aboitiz InfraCapital

The Philippine Competition Commission cleared the sale of Aboitiz Equity Ventures’ 40%…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Press Releases
ICTSI’s Tecon Suape in Brazil deploys new container scanner

ICTSI’s Tecon Suape in Brazil deploys new container scanner

Tecon Suape S.A., International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s unit in Recife, Brazil,…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
PCG, PPA, ATI team up for Manila port upgrade, modern PCG HQ

PCG, PPA, ATI team up for Manila port upgrade, modern PCG HQ

The Philippine Coast Guard formalized two agreements with the Philippine Ports Authority…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
PH, India discuss preferential trade agreement, investments

PH, India discuss preferential trade agreement, investments

The Philippines and India reaffirmed their bilateral trade commitments and are exploring…
  • June 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read