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PortCalls March 8, 2021

Our latest issue (March_8_2021). Stories include: PPA sees 7% cargo growth with…
  • March 8, 2021
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MetroPac Movers stores first batch of AstraZeneca COVID vaccines

MetroPac Movers received 487,200 doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on March…
  • March 6, 2021
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P13.62M worth of shabu seized in Bulacan

A package containing 2,003 grams of metamphetamine, locally known as shabu, seized…
  • March 6, 2021
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The Philippine Business Groups and the Joint Foreign Chambers (PBG-JFC) urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to back pending legislative measures ahead of the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 22.

MARINA eyes reorganization to raise capacity amid industry expansion

The Maritime Industry Authority is planning to reorganize its structure and staffing…
  • March 6, 2021
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Rice imports tariff collection up 58% in Jan

P2.04 billion in tariffs was collected from rice imports in January 2021,…
  • March 5, 2021
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BOC’s E-TRACC detects numerous violations of cargo carriers

Since nationwide rollout of Electronic Tracking of Containerized Cargoes (E-TRACC) system in…
  • March 5, 2021
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FTEB launches online processing of import permit applications

The Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau’s (FTEB) Import Regulation Division rolled out its…
  • March 5, 2021
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Six ports to house DA examination areas for agri imports

The Department of Agriculture is set to establish in six ports this…
  • March 5, 2021
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Global container port congestion surges 20% in 2H of 2020

Average port stay for large workloads up by nearly 20% in the…
  • March 5, 2021
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ICTSI posts 1% income growth in 2020

International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s attributable net income for 2020 rose 1%…
  • March 4, 2021
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Customs
MICT tightens rules on shipping lines to stabilize service levels

MICT enforces stricter controls on shipping lines to stabilize operating conditions

Manila International Container Terminal is implementing temporary operational measures starting July 15…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 3 minute read
After a decade of delays, Paircargo pushes to build new NAIA cargo terminal

After a decade of delays, Paircargo pushes to build new NAIA cargo terminal

People’s Air Cargo and Warehousing Co. is pushing to finally start the…
  • July 9, 2026
  • 5 minute read
Maritime
Dapitan port cargo-handling service provider seeks 28% tariff hike

Dapitan port cargo handler seeks 28% tariff hike

PCBSI Port Terminal Management Corp. is proposing a 27.80% increase in the…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 4 minute read
Singapore keeps rank as world’s top maritime center for 13th year

Singapore keeps rank as world’s top maritime center for 13th year

Singapore retained its position as the world’s leading maritime hub for the…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 2 minute read
MICT tightens rules on shipping lines to stabilize service levels

MICT enforces stricter controls on shipping lines to stabilize operating conditions

Manila International Container Terminal is implementing temporary operational measures starting July 15…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 3 minute read
Aviation
After a decade of delays, Paircargo pushes to build new NAIA cargo terminal

After a decade of delays, Paircargo pushes to build new NAIA cargo terminal

People’s Air Cargo and Warehousing Co. is pushing to finally start the…
  • July 9, 2026
  • 5 minute read
Emirates names Al Zarooni as Philippines country manager

Emirates names Al Zarooni as Philippines country manager

Emirates appointed Khalid Al Zarooni as its new country manager for the…
  • July 9, 2026
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PAL raises $300M from first international bond offer

PAL raises $300M from first international bond offer

Philippine Airlines is getting fresh funds after pricing its first fixed-rate US$300-million…
  • July 9, 2026
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Opinion

Between the Cargo and the Crisis

From vulnerability to resilience – this is more than a conference theme.…
  • July 1, 2026
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As Frictionless As Possible

As Frictionless As Possible

Unfortunately, I am not getting any thinner. Yes, I know the answer…
  • June 29, 2026
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Digitalization Cannot Stop at One Company

Digitalization Cannot Stop at One Company

The recent Logistics Services Philippines Conference & Exhibit 2026 has once again…
  • June 28, 2026
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Ports/Terminals
Dapitan port cargo-handling service provider seeks 28% tariff hike

Dapitan port cargo handler seeks 28% tariff hike

PCBSI Port Terminal Management Corp. is proposing a 27.80% increase in the…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 4 minute read
Singapore keeps rank as world’s top maritime center for 13th year

Singapore keeps rank as world’s top maritime center for 13th year

Singapore retained its position as the world’s leading maritime hub for the…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 2 minute read
MICT tightens rules on shipping lines to stabilize service levels

MICT enforces stricter controls on shipping lines to stabilize operating conditions

Manila International Container Terminal is implementing temporary operational measures starting July 15…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 3 minute read
3PL
Dapitan port cargo-handling service provider seeks 28% tariff hike

Dapitan port cargo handler seeks 28% tariff hike

PCBSI Port Terminal Management Corp. is proposing a 27.80% increase in the…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 4 minute read
MICT tightens rules on shipping lines to stabilize service levels

MICT enforces stricter controls on shipping lines to stabilize operating conditions

Manila International Container Terminal is implementing temporary operational measures starting July 15…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 3 minute read
After a decade of delays, Paircargo pushes to build new NAIA cargo terminal

After a decade of delays, Paircargo pushes to build new NAIA cargo terminal

People’s Air Cargo and Warehousing Co. is pushing to finally start the…
  • July 9, 2026
  • 5 minute read
Sponsored
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
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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
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Economy
MICT tightens rules on shipping lines to stabilize service levels

MICT enforces stricter controls on shipping lines to stabilize operating conditions

Manila International Container Terminal is implementing temporary operational measures starting July 15…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 3 minute read
After a decade of delays, Paircargo pushes to build new NAIA cargo terminal

After a decade of delays, Paircargo pushes to build new NAIA cargo terminal

People’s Air Cargo and Warehousing Co. is pushing to finally start the…
  • July 9, 2026
  • 5 minute read
DOF, BOC calls for comments on draft JAO for local shipping charges, yard utilization

DOF, BOC call for comments on draft JAO for local shipping charges, yard utilization

The Department of Finance and the Bureau of Customs called on stakeholders…
  • July 9, 2026
  • 2 minute read
Press Releases
Singapore keeps rank as world’s top maritime center for 13th year

Singapore keeps rank as world’s top maritime center for 13th year

Singapore retained its position as the world’s leading maritime hub for the…
  • July 10, 2026
  • 2 minute read
DOF, BOC calls for comments on draft JAO for local shipping charges, yard utilization

DOF, BOC call for comments on draft JAO for local shipping charges, yard utilization

The Department of Finance and the Bureau of Customs called on stakeholders…
  • July 9, 2026
  • 2 minute read
PH, Korea advance Luzon corridor deals in semiconductors, shipbuilding

PH, Korea advance Luzon corridor investments in semiconductors, shipbuilding

The Philippines and the Republic of Korea are deepening economic ties through…
  • July 9, 2026
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