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E-TRACC for CBWs’ imports/exports in effect at Manila ports

The E-TRACC System for customs bonded warehouses’ imports and exports is being…
  • July 25, 2022
  • 3 minute read
New BOC rules on PEZA firms’ inter-zone goods transfer out

New BOC rules on PEZA firms’ inter-zone goods transfer out

New guidelines are in place for electronic zone transfer system (e-ZTS) covering…
  • July 25, 2022
  • 3 minute read
Bulacan rep pushes total ban on overloaded trucks from MNR

Bulacan rep pushes total ban on overloaded trucks from MNR

Bulacan congressman filing bill banning overloaded cargo trucks from Manila North Road…
  • July 25, 2022
  • 2 minute read

Acting BOC commissioner Ruiz assumes office

Yogi Filemon Ruiz formally assumed office as acting customs commissioner Ruiz identified…
  • July 25, 2022
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PortCalls July 25, 2022

Our latest issue (PortCalls July 25, 2022). Stories include: Contract logistics market…
  • July 25, 2022
  • 1 minute read
SC ruling: seaman post-employment medical exam

Should A Seaman Submit to a Post-Employment Medical Exam Upon Return to PH?

YES. And this is the story. On March 29, 2010, RPC boarded…
  • July 24, 2022
  • 3 minute read
Russia, Ukraine resume grain exports within days

Russia, Ukraine resume grain exports within days

Two sides reached agreement Friday that would allow Ukraine to resume its…
  • July 23, 2022
  • 3 minute read
More smuggled products seized

More smuggled products seized anew by BOC-Port of Cagayan de Oro

The Bureau of Customs-Port of Cagayan de Oro foiled yet again an…
  • July 23, 2022
  • 2 minute read
Cambodia drafts masterplan for US$50B transport/logistics projects

Cambodia drafts masterplan for US$50B transport/logistics projects

Phnom Penh public works secretary unveiled the US$50B transport/logistics plan in a…
  • July 22, 2022
  • 2 minute read
DOTr chief Bautista tests positive for COVID

DOTr chief Bautista tests positive for COVID

Transport Secretary Jaime Bautista is in isolation fighting off symptoms of coronavirus…
  • July 22, 2022
  • 1 minute read
Customs
DA backs higher pork tariffs, plans import curbs in Jan-Nov

DA backs higher pork tariffs, plans import curbs in Jan-Nov

Agriculture secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. backed calls by local hog raisers…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 2 minute read
$34.1M USDA fund to boost PH ube in global supply chain

$34.1M USDA fund to boost PH ube in global supply chain

The Philippine Department of Agriculture welcomed a US$34.1-million (P2.1 billion) grant from…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 3 minute read
SEIPI spotlights Team ASEAN in semiconductor value chain at PSECE 2026

SEIPI spotlights Team ASEAN in semiconductor value chain at PSECE 2026

The Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. is holding…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Maritime
Dizon returns as transport chief, Lopez takes over public works

Dizon returns as transport chief, Lopez takes over public works

Vince Dizon returns as secretary of the Department of Transportation while Giovanni…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Investments in dual-fuel fleet top $200B with over 1,350 ships

Investments in dual-fuel fleet top $200B with over 1,350 ships

More than 500 dual-fuel container ships and vehicle carriers are now operating…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
MARINA heightens safety compliance checks for Undas trips

MARINA heightens safety compliance checks for Undas trips

The Maritime Industry Authority will intensify safety compliance monitoring beginning October 26,…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Aviation
Dizon returns as transport chief, Lopez takes over public works

Dizon returns as transport chief, Lopez takes over public works

Vince Dizon returns as secretary of the Department of Transportation while Giovanni…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 2 minute read
NAIA international passengers on the rise, airlines add more routes

NAIA international passengers on the rise, airlines add more routes

International passenger traffic at Ninoy Aquino International Airport rose 2.6% year on…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
UPS Clark hub boosts 759-hectare Clark AeroDistrict plan

UPS Clark hub boosts 759-hectare Clark AeroDistrict plan

The new UPS hub is a key step in building Clark AeroDistrict,…
  • October 22, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Opinion
Not in My Backyard

Not in My Backyard

A couple of weeks ago the city government of Valenzuela announced that…
  • October 19, 2026
  • 4 minute read
The Rise of the Hybrid Customs Broker

Leading the Adaptation: The Rise of the Hybrid Customs Broker

“Dear Customs Wiz, I have been a licensed customs broker for twelve…
  • October 14, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Removing the Excise Tax Is Not Just For ‘The Rich’

Removing the Excise Tax Is Not Just For ‘The Rich’

Over the past fortnight the price of diesel, in particular, reached triple…
  • October 5, 2026
  • 4 minute read
Ports/Terminals
Dizon returns as transport chief, Lopez takes over public works

Dizon returns as transport chief, Lopez takes over public works

Vince Dizon returns as secretary of the Department of Transportation while Giovanni…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 2 minute read
NAIA international passengers on the rise, airlines add more routes

NAIA international passengers on the rise, airlines add more routes

International passenger traffic at Ninoy Aquino International Airport rose 2.6% year on…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
AISL, ATI meet on moving cargo faster at Manila, Batangas ports

AISL, ATI meet on moving cargo faster at Manila, Batangas ports

The Association of International Shipping Lines and Asian Terminals Inc. recently held…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
3PL
AISL, ATI meet on moving cargo faster at Manila, Batangas ports

AISL, ATI meet on moving cargo faster at Manila, Batangas ports

The Association of International Shipping Lines and Asian Terminals Inc. recently held…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Pure Logistics Express expands with new Muntinlupa warehouse

Pure Logistics Express expands with new Muntinlupa warehouse

Pure Logistics Express Inc. opened a new warehouse facility in Muntinlupa City,…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 1 minute read
2GO highlights logistics industry careers as applications rise 21%

2GO highlights logistics industry careers as applications rise 21%

Integrated transportation and logistics provider 2GO highlighted career opportunities across the industry…
  • October 21, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Sponsored

MIFFI becomes LOGISTEED Philippines

Building on a Trusted Foundation. Taking on the Future. After decades of…
  • October 1, 2026
  • 3 minute read
BOC, AISL and World Shipping Council strengthen cooperation through dialogue conference on draft 2026 JAO

BOC, AISL and World Shipping Council strengthen cooperation through dialogue conference on draft 2026 JAO

PASAY CITY, Philippines — 10 September 2026 — The Bureau of Customs…
  • September 11, 2026
  • 2 minute read
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
Economy
DA backs higher pork tariffs, plans import curbs in Jan-Nov

DA backs higher pork tariffs, plans import curbs in Jan-Nov

Agriculture secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. backed calls by local hog raisers…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 2 minute read
$34.1M USDA fund to boost PH ube in global supply chain

$34.1M USDA fund to boost PH ube in global supply chain

The Philippine Department of Agriculture welcomed a US$34.1-million (P2.1 billion) grant from…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 3 minute read
SEIPI spotlights Team ASEAN in semiconductor value chain at PSECE 2026

SEIPI spotlights Team ASEAN in semiconductor value chain at PSECE 2026

The Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. is holding…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Press Releases
DA backs higher pork tariffs, plans import curbs in Jan-Nov

DA backs higher pork tariffs, plans import curbs in Jan-Nov

Agriculture secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. backed calls by local hog raisers…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 2 minute read
$34.1M USDA fund to boost PH ube in global supply chain

$34.1M USDA fund to boost PH ube in global supply chain

The Philippine Department of Agriculture welcomed a US$34.1-million (P2.1 billion) grant from…
  • October 26, 2026
  • 3 minute read
NAIA international passengers on the rise, airlines add more routes

NAIA international passengers on the rise, airlines add more routes

International passenger traffic at Ninoy Aquino International Airport rose 2.6% year on…
  • October 23, 2026
  • 3 minute read