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Cebu foreign cargo-handling rate up 5% from Oct 1

Cebu International Port will implement a 5% increase in foreign cargo-handling charges…
  • September 13, 2021
  • 2 minute read

Rice import tariff hits P11.7B, 17% more than 2022 RCEF needs

The Bureau of Customs collected P11.69 billion in tariffs from 1.74 million…
  • September 13, 2021
  • 2 minute read

On Repeat

Speaking to legislators a couple of weeks ago, socioeconomic planning secretary Karl…
  • September 13, 2021
  • 4 minute read

PortCalls September 13, 2021

Our latest issue (PortCalls_September 13, 2021). Stories include: Lifting logistics sector restrictions…
  • September 13, 2021
  • 1 minute read

Shift to e-bills in box shipping gaining momentum

Widespread adoption of e-bills is expected to reduce delays and lead to…
  • September 11, 2021
  • 3 minute read

PAL gets US court nod to access $20M financing

• Philippine Airlines received approval from a US bankruptcy judge to access…
  • September 10, 2021
  • 3 minute read

CMA CGM suspends all spot rate increases until Feb

This measure is effective immediately from September 9, 2021 and until February…
  • September 10, 2021
  • 2 minute read

Cebu Port Authority issues accreditation rules for e-payment providers

The Cebu Port Authority issued accreditation guidelines for companies providing electronic payment…
  • September 10, 2021
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SEC oks incorporation of Ayala’s logistics investment arm

The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved the incorporation of AC Logistics…
  • September 10, 2021
  • 1 minute read

DSV erases Panalpina from brand name

The re-adoption of its previous name became effective September 8, 2021 The…
  • September 10, 2021
  • 2 minute read
Customs
BOC, PDEA seize P199.7M drugs in Pasay warehouse from Canada

BOC, PDEA seize P199.7M in illegal drugs at Pasay warehouse

The Bureau of Customs and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency seized more…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
BIR: Exporters can get VAT refunds while awaiting DTI-EMB certification

BIR: Exporters can claim VAT refunds while awaiting DTI-EMB certification

The Bureau of Internal Revenue clarified that qualified export-oriented enterprises may claim…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Logistics takes center stage as inaugural Luzon Economic Corridor forum wraps up

Logistics takes center stage as inaugural Luzon Economic Corridor forum wraps up

LEC Investors Forum draws some 600 global investors, as Marcos pitches Philippines…
  • September 12, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Maritime
ICTSI’s Victoria terminal starts next expansion phase to lift capacity

ICTSI’s VICT starts next expansion phase, aims for 18% boost in cargo capacity

Victoria International Container Terminal, the Australian unit of Philippine port operator International…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Aznar Shipping files for IPO to raise up to P737M for expansion

Aznar Shipping files for IPO, targets P737M for expansion

Cebu-based carrier Aznar Shipping Corp. is aiming to raise up to P737…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 3 minute read
WSC seeks tighter rules for lithium battery shipments

WSC seeks tighter rules for lithium battery shipments

The World Shipping Council is urging governments to tighten international dangerous goods…
  • September 11, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Aviation
Marcos seeks India expertise for 3 rail projects; RITES express interest

Marcos seeks India expertise for 3 rail projects; RITES express interest

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is looking to India for technical support and…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Sangley international airport construction eyed to start by Q3 2027

Sangley airport construction eyed to start Q3 2027

The Sangley Point International Airport project is now considered under the initial…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 3 minute read
CAB hikes fuel surcharge to Level 14 for Sept 16-30

CAB hikes fuel surcharge to Level 14 for Sept 16-30

The Civil Aeronautics Board had set one level higher the fuel surcharge…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 3 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
BOC, PDEA seize P199.7M drugs in Pasay warehouse from Canada

BOC, PDEA seize P199.7M in illegal drugs at Pasay warehouse

The Bureau of Customs and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency seized more…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Marcos seeks India expertise for 3 rail projects; RITES express interest

Marcos seeks India expertise for 3 rail projects; RITES express interest

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is looking to India for technical support and…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
ICTSI’s Victoria terminal starts next expansion phase to lift capacity

ICTSI’s VICT starts next expansion phase, aims for 18% boost in cargo capacity

Victoria International Container Terminal, the Australian unit of Philippine port operator International…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
3PL
SCMAP chief urges stronger industry, gov’t collaboration on supply chain challenges

SCMAP chief urges stronger industry, gov’t collaboration on supply chain challenges

Rising fuel and logistics costs remain a major concern for supply chain…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Transport and Logistics Philippines 2026 Expo set for Sept 16-18

Transport and Logistics Philippines 2026 Expo set for Sept 16-18

Transport & Logistics Philippines 2026 will gather logistics and supply chain companies,…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 3 minute read
PTC Logistics reports zero loss in pilot vaccine delivery to remote areas

PTC Logistics reports zero loss in pilot vaccine delivery to remote areas

PTC Logistics completed a cold-chain vaccine delivery pilot with the Department of…
  • September 11, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Sponsored
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
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
Economy
Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas Railway study done by Q1 2028

Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas Railway study to wrap up by Q1 2028

The feasibility study for the Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas Railway is targeted for completion in…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 3 minute read
BIR: Exporters can get VAT refunds while awaiting DTI-EMB certification

BIR: Exporters can claim VAT refunds while awaiting DTI-EMB certification

The Bureau of Internal Revenue clarified that qualified export-oriented enterprises may claim…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Marcos seeks India expertise for 3 rail projects; RITES express interest

Marcos seeks India expertise for 3 rail projects; RITES express interest

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is looking to India for technical support and…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Press Releases
BOC, PDEA seize P199.7M drugs in Pasay warehouse from Canada

BOC, PDEA seize P199.7M in illegal drugs at Pasay warehouse

The Bureau of Customs and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency seized more…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read
BIR: Exporters can get VAT refunds while awaiting DTI-EMB certification

BIR: Exporters can claim VAT refunds while awaiting DTI-EMB certification

The Bureau of Internal Revenue clarified that qualified export-oriented enterprises may claim…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Marcos seeks India expertise for 3 rail projects; RITES express interest

Marcos seeks India expertise for 3 rail projects; RITES express interest

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is looking to India for technical support and…
  • September 14, 2026
  • 2 minute read