PH traffic congestion requires nothing short of comprehensive solution

ALL sectors should hammer out a rationalized, integrated plan to solve traffic congestion in Metro Manila aggravated by a truck ban, according to the…

Maritime expert seeks to sow seeds of industry reform in PH

High hopes and a positive eye for the maritime industry – that’s what the new Philippine Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) administrator has geared himself…

PH box liners upbeat about second half

Philippine shipping lines may not be forthcoming with operational numbers ­– which to all but a couple of listed companies seem to be closely…

Strong economic growth anchors PH ports

ROBUST Philippine economic growth in the first quarter that exceeded expectations boosted performance of the country’s port operators as they continued to defy uncertainties…

DHL study predicts logistics trends in health care

Logistics giant DHL has identified five supply chain opportunities opening up in the life sciences sector in 2020 and beyond, a future where the…

Big improvements in Manila North Harbor productivity seen this year

MANILA North Harbour Port, Inc. (MNHPI) is in full swing in its development program for North Harbor, according to MNHPI chief executive Richard Barclay.…

MNHPI brings international flair to Manila North Harbor passenger terminal

A NEW passenger terminal complex undergoing finishing touches at the North Harbor in the Philippine capital Manila aptly showcases the Manila North Harbour Port…

Gothong Southern bolsters service excellence through synergy

IN Manila Port Area’s traffic, the bright yellow 20-foot steel boxes carried by large trucks in the haze offer a refreshing sight – at…

At 25, Asialink Cargo looks to bluer skies after 2012 turbulence

AS airfreight forwarder Asialink Cargo Phils. Inc. marked its 25th anniversary on April 15, the Filipino logistics company could only look back with relief…

Paper offers tips for exporting to Indonesia

Exporters can gain insights into doing business with Indonesia from a new report providing guidelines to “help make your sales to Indonesian buyers successful.”…

SEAIR mulls IPO to build up fleet for network expansion

Philippine-based low-cost carrier Southeast Asian Airlines (SEAIR)/Tiger Airways is considering an initial public offering to raise funds for leasing more aircraft as it builds…

Near sourcing not an immediate worry for carriers—Drewry

While near sourcing is increasing, at its present rate it is unlikely to affect deep-sea container volumes significantly in the near future, said a…

SEAIR rides PH economy’s strength to launch air cargo service

THE Philippine economy is astir, perhaps at a rate even more vibrant than what economists have forecast, according to executives of local budget carrier…

PPP projects eyed to facilitate PH infrastructure development

The Aquino government is tapping various mechanisms to accelerate infrastructure development in the Philippines, with the public-private partnership (PPP) program as one of these…

PH government projects 2013 bullish economic performance

Improved business and consumer confidence particularly in the last quarter of 2012 is expected to help drive Philippine growth from 6% to 7% this…

Logistics business seen thriving with growth in PH economy

Manufacturing growth in the Philippines will drive higher demand for logistics services, according to former Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Dr Cayetano W. Paderanga, Jr who…

Burgeoning automotive industry bolsters SEA engineering plastics market

Improved economic conditions and favorable manufacturing environments in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines have drawn significant investments to the engineering plastics market…