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Philippine Ports Authority

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PPA bans bagging, rebagging of bulk cargoes at quays

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is no longer allowing the bagging and…
  • September 21, 2015
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Carriers gear up for int’l policy on container weight verification

Foreign shipping lines operating in the Philippines have started preparing for the…
  • September 21, 2015
  • 4 minute read

PH cargo volume down 30%, box traffic up 8% in H1

Cargo throughput handled by Philippine ports in the first half of 2015…
  • September 14, 2015
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PH ports observe international rules on dangerous goods handling—PPA

The handling of dangerous goods in the country’s ports complies with international…
  • August 16, 2015
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Study underscores need to reform PH ‘cartel-like’ tug industry

A study by the Department of Justice-Office for Competition (DOJ-OFC) recommends clearing…
  • August 10, 2015
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PH ports well prepped for impact of Co-loading Act

Philippine ports are ready to cope with higher cargo volume following passage of the…
  • August 5, 2015
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ASEAN integration requires liberalization of PH maritime industry — gov’t study

The Philippine government needs to implement reforms geared toward a more liberalized…
  • July 20, 2015
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PPA orders transfer of MICT administration to PMO NCR South

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) recently mandated the transfer of the administration…
  • July 20, 2015
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Carrier groups seek decisive PPA action on persistent port inadequacies

Philippine port stakeholders have unveiled a laundry list of immediate and long-term…
  • July 14, 2015
  • 6 minute read

Port of Manila achieves ideal capacity—PPA

Manila’s two international ports have reached optimum capacity and are prepared for…
  • July 13, 2015
  • 3 minute read