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PortCalls April 23, 2025

Our latest stories (April 23, 2025). Stories include: CAAP hikes airport fees,…
  • April 23, 2025
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Upgraded ASEAN, Australia, New Zealand FTA now in force

The upgraded free trade agreement between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations,…
  • April 22, 2025
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DOTr, PRC partner to provide traveler access to emergency aid

DOTr, PRC partner to provide traveler access to emergency aid

The Department of Transportation and the Philippine Red Cross have partnered to…
  • April 22, 2025
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P430M Balingoan Port expansion project inaugurated

P430M Balingoan Port expansion project inaugurated

President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. on April 22 inaugurated the P430.39-million Balingoan Port…
  • April 22, 2025
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US moves forward with port fees on China-built ships

US moves forward with port fees on China-built ships

The US is moving forward with a plan to impose port fees…
  • April 21, 2025
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May airfares steady with no change to fuel surcharge

May airfares steady with no change to fuel surcharge

May airfares are expected to remain steady with no change in the…
  • April 21, 2025
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CAAP hikes airport fees, service charges 

CAAP hikes airport fees, service charges 

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines has hiked airport fees and…
  • April 21, 2025
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DHL suspends US shipments of more than $800

DHL suspends US shipments of more than $800

DHL is suspending US shipments with a declared customs value of more…
  • April 21, 2025
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ICTSI buys into Rio property for Brazil port expansion

International Container Terminal Services, Inc. bought into a Rio de Janeiro property…
  • April 21, 2025
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Filling in the gaps

Filling in the Gaps

As I sit down to write this column, I remember a previous…
  • April 21, 2025
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Customs
BOC’s ePay open for wider use, linked to LandBank

BOC’s ePay open for wider use, linked to LandBank

The Bureau of Customs is encouraging stakeholders to utilize its Electronic Payment…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read
Trade momentum continues as exports surge 21.3% in Nov

Trade momentum continues as exports surge 21.3% in Nov

Philippine exports rose 21.3% year-on-year to US$6.9 billion in November 2025, according…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read
DTI-STMO issues rules on re-export, reassignment of strategic goods

DTI-STMO issues rules on re-export, reassignment of strategic goods

The Department of Trade and Industry-Strategic Trade Management Office has issued its…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 4 minute read
Maritime
DOTr pushes for mandatory online ticketing in domestic shipping

DOTr pushes for mandatory online ticketing in domestic shipping

Transport Secretary Giovanni Lopez is intent on pushing for the mandatory use…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 4 minute read
PPA preparing to negotiate with ICTSI on MICT contract renewal

PPA preparing to negotiate with ICTSI on MICT contract renewal

The Philippine Ports Authority is preparing to negotiate the terms and conditions…
  • December 26, 2025
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DOTr orders MARINA to hasten deployment of more ships to Romblon

DOTr orders MARINA to hasten deployment of more ships to Romblon

The Department of Transportation directed the Maritime Industry Authority to fast-track the…
  • December 23, 2025
  • 2 minute read
Aviation
Aboitiz InfraCapital rolls out safety upgrades at Bohol, Laguindingan airports

Aboitiz InfraCapital rolls out safety upgrades at Bohol, Laguindingan airports

Aboitiz InfraCapital delivered safety and contingency upgrades at Bohol-Panglao and Laguindingan airports…
  • December 29, 2025
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ACAP names Perez de Tagle as executive director

Air carriers’ association names Perez de Tagle as executive director

Air Carriers Association of the Philippines has appointed Jose Enrique Perez de…
  • December 26, 2025
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PAL becomes southeast Asia’s first A350-1000 operator

PAL becomes Southeast Asia’s first A350-1000 operator

Philippine Airlines received its first Airbus A350-1000, which arrived in Manila on…
  • December 22, 2025
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Opinion
2025: A Year That Exposed How Freight Really Runs

2025: A Year That Exposed How Freight Really Runs

BY AMIT MAHESHWARI 2025 will not be remembered for a single crisis…
  • December 31, 2025
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Build a Bridge

Build a Bridge

Two surveys released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas just before Christmas…
  • December 29, 2025
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Why Christmas Peaks Still Break Freight Schedules — And What Forwarders Can Do About It

Why Christmas Peaks Still Break Freight Schedules — And What Forwarders Can Do About It

Every year, the Christmas rush hits the same lanes: Manila, Cebu, Singapore,…
  • December 22, 2025
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Ports/Terminals
DOTr pushes for mandatory online ticketing in domestic shipping

DOTr pushes for mandatory online ticketing in domestic shipping

Transport Secretary Giovanni Lopez is intent on pushing for the mandatory use…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 4 minute read
Defense supply firm Anglicotech reaffirms venture plan in Aurora ecozone

Defense supply firm Anglicotech reaffirms venture plan in Aurora ecozone

Defense supply chain company Anglicotech reaffirmed its investment interest in the Aurora…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read
Aboitiz InfraCapital rolls out safety upgrades at Bohol, Laguindingan airports

Aboitiz InfraCapital rolls out safety upgrades at Bohol, Laguindingan airports

Aboitiz InfraCapital delivered safety and contingency upgrades at Bohol-Panglao and Laguindingan airports…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 3 minute read
3PL
Express delivery permits surge with DICT’s online system

Express delivery permits surge with DICT’s online system

The Department of Information and Communications Technology saw a significant increase in…
  • December 23, 2025
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2GO upgrades Escolta hub, first with cafe

2GO upgrades Escolta hub, first with cafe

2GO completed the upgrade of its Escolta branch in Binondo, Manila Upgrade…
  • December 23, 2025
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Air Central China taps Teleport as exclusive general sales agent

Air Central China taps Teleport as exclusive general sales agent

Teleport has been appointed as the exclusive general sales agent for cargo…
  • December 22, 2025
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Sponsored
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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MSC SS Rice News Convention 2025

MSC Brings Rice Logistics Experts to SS Rice News Convention 2025

Date: 12-14 November 2025 ⏰Time: 09:00–18:00 (GMT+7) Venue: Pattaya Exhibition and Convention…
  • November 4, 2025
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Rhenus Philippines: A New Era in Pasay

Rhenus Philippines has inaugurated its new head office, which consolidates Rhenus Air…
  • September 21, 2025
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Economy
Defense supply firm Anglicotech reaffirms venture plan in Aurora ecozone

Defense supply firm Anglicotech reaffirms venture plan in Aurora ecozone

Defense supply chain company Anglicotech reaffirmed its investment interest in the Aurora…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read
Trade momentum continues as exports surge 21.3% in Nov

Trade momentum continues as exports surge 21.3% in Nov

Philippine exports rose 21.3% year-on-year to US$6.9 billion in November 2025, according…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read
DTI-STMO issues rules on re-export, reassignment of strategic goods

DTI-STMO issues rules on re-export, reassignment of strategic goods

The Department of Trade and Industry-Strategic Trade Management Office has issued its…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 4 minute read
Press Releases
Defense supply firm Anglicotech reaffirms venture plan in Aurora ecozone

Defense supply firm Anglicotech reaffirms venture plan in Aurora ecozone

Defense supply chain company Anglicotech reaffirmed its investment interest in the Aurora…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read
Aboitiz InfraCapital rolls out safety upgrades at Bohol, Laguindingan airports

Aboitiz InfraCapital rolls out safety upgrades at Bohol, Laguindingan airports

Aboitiz InfraCapital delivered safety and contingency upgrades at Bohol-Panglao and Laguindingan airports…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 3 minute read
BOC’s ePay open for wider use, linked to LandBank

BOC’s ePay open for wider use, linked to LandBank

The Bureau of Customs is encouraging stakeholders to utilize its Electronic Payment…
  • December 29, 2025
  • 2 minute read