Subic Bay Freeport reports robust revenue growth for Jan-Apr
The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) continues to generate positive revenue figures this year, the bulk of which was contributed by port operations. The…
Transport sector sees integration, new technology as keys to growth
Despite several challenges, stakeholders in the logistics and transport sector are generally feeling optimistic, particularly those from the aviation and rail industries, with shipping…
Japanese carriers start merger process, get Europe’s approval
Japan’s three biggest container shipping liners said they are now establishing a new company in line with the merger of their business operations despite…
The Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) continues to perform optimally as it gears up for the peak season, according to operator International Container Terminal…
BOC adopts remedial measures to clear Maersk-transported cargoes
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) is implementing special remedial procedures to clear cargoes carried by Maersk Line affected by last week’s global cyber…
Industry alliance inaugurated to support low-carbon shipping
The Global Industry Alliance to Support Low Carbon Shipping (GIA), a new public-private partnership in support of a low-carbon future, has been launched, with…
The world’s third largest container shipping liner, CMA CGM, has unveiled a new slogan and visual identity to reflect its new strategy called “Shipping…
Customs order stipulates rules on radioactive materials handling
The Philippine Bureau of Customs (BOC) has released procedures for the proper inspection and disposal of radioactive materials. Customs Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 13-2017,…
Cebu port enlarging berth to attract more foreign vessels
The Cebu Port Authority (CPA) is extending the length of Cebu International Port’s (CIP) berth to accommodate bigger and more international vessels. The 178…
Maersk Line makes more progress in returning online
Following the cyber attack on the A.P. Moller-Maersk group last June 27, Maersk Line said its network, direct telephone lines, and some key applications…
PPA rolls out integrated management system at Zamboanga, Ozamiz ports
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is now implementing its integrated management system (IMS) at the ports of Zamboanga and Ozamiz designed to facilitate vessel…
Cyber attack on Maersk Line could lead to PH port congestion
(Story updated on July 2, 5:27 pm) Some Philippine transport industry stakeholders told PortCalls they are worried over potential congestion in some ports if…
In a new operational update, A.P. Moller-Maersk announced that its operations are “now running close to normal again,” and said Maersk Line is currently…
Danish shipping and transport company Maersk said it is now able to accept bookings via INTTRA, the world’s largest booking platform, following a global…
Cebu container terminal construction set to begin mid-2018
Construction of the new P9.2-billion Cebu International Container Port (CICP) is expected to start in July 2018 and end three years later, according to…
