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PNP eyes accreditation for logistics service providers of controlled chemicals

Logistics service providers engaged in the movement of controlled chemicals that fall under a Philippine National Police (PNP) list will soon be required to secure accreditation…

August 9, 2016
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House bill seeks capping cargo volume handled by Manila ports

A bill has been filed restricting cargo volumes handled at Manila ports and diverting cargoes to Batangas and Subic ports as a permanent solution…

August 9, 2016
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Subic port formulates rules on verified gross mass

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) has issued its own rules implementing the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS) on verified gross mass…

August 8, 2016
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Customs & Trade

Bill sets aside 1% of BOC revenue to fund modernization program

Muntinlupa representative and former customs commissioner Rozzano Rufino Biazon has filed a bill amending the three-month old Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA) by…

August 8, 2016
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59 containers in Manila port yield undeclared cosmetics and clothing

The release of 59 containers from the Manila International Container Port (MICP) was halted by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) after the cargoes were…

August 8, 2016
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SCMAP Perspective

If You Build It, They Might Come: Part One

In recent weeks news that two major international brands are looking to enter the Philippine market has got consumers quite excited. First, Swedish furniture…

August 8, 2016
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OOIL dives into red with almost $57M loss in H1

Orient Overseas (International) Limited (OOIL), parent group of ocean carrier Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL), has swung to a net loss in the first…

August 8, 2016
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Consumer confidence in Asia-Pacific’s emerging markets high, says Nielsen

Consumer confidence in the second quarter of the year is brimming for emerging markets in Asia-Pacific, with the Philippines the most optimistic. In contrast,…

August 8, 2016
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Thailand records massive fall in FDIs, a dip in exports

Thailand’s foreign direct investments (FDIs) in the first half of this year fell 90% to US$347 million from US$4.2 billion in the same period…

August 8, 2016
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Implementing rules on PNP-controlled chemicals to take effect Aug 9

Importers, manufacturers and other supply chain stakeholders have been given time to acquire or renew their licenses as the new implementing rules and regulations…

August 7, 2016
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10 infra projects up for NEDA Board approval

Several transport infrastructure projects await the green light from the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board chaired by President Rodrigo Duterte. At its…

August 7, 2016
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WCO, ICAO pinpoint more areas for synergy in air cargo safety

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have listed the priority projects they believe will further enhance air cargo security…

August 5, 2016
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PH domestic merchant vessels up 14% in 2015

The Philippines’ domestic fleet increased 14% to 25,063 sea vessels in 2015 from 22,034 vessels in 2014, latest data from the Maritime Industry Authority…

August 5, 2016
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Ports/Terminals

2 new PH legislation penalize overspeeding, distracted driving

Philippine transport operators will soon have to abide by two new laws that aim to minimize road accidents, one of which requires that speed…

August 5, 2016
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Malaysia’s Westports improves profit on record volume uptick

Malaysian port operator Westports Holdings Bhd announced a net profit of MYR159.9 million (US$39.7 million) in the second quarter ended June 30, up 31%…

August 5, 2016
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Yusen Logistics opens distribution facility in Cambodia

Japanese subsidiary Yusen Logistics (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. said it launched August 1 a temperature-controlled distribution center in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The 3,000-square-meter cold storage…

August 4, 2016
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Air cargo demand up in June but business seen to stay iffy

Global air freight demand in June 2016 showed a rise in freight tonne kilometers of 4.3% year-on-year, the fastest pace of growth in 14…

August 4, 2016
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Customs & Trade

No appointment for Uson as BOC social media consultant

Margaux “Mocha” Uson, the lead performer of girl group Mocha Girls, has not been appointed social media consultant of the Philippine Bureau of Customs…

August 4, 2016
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Breaking News

US, Singapore partner in IT infrastructure pursuits in ASEAN

Singapore and the U.S. have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to forge a stronger technology partnership as Singapore positions itself as a gateway…

August 3, 2016
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Asian port operators up against mounting difficulties, report finds

Lackluster global growth, weak commodity prices, high capital expenditure (capex) commitments, and a liner industry struggling with overcapacity are testing the resilience of Asian…

August 3, 2016
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The Latest

PNP eyes accreditation for logistics service providers of controlled chemicals

House bill seeks capping cargo volume handled by Manila ports

Subic port formulates rules on verified gross mass

Bill sets aside 1% of BOC revenue to fund modernization program

59 containers in Manila port yield undeclared cosmetics and clothing

If You Build It, They Might Come: Part One

OOIL dives into red with almost $57M loss in H1

Consumer confidence in Asia-Pacific’s emerging markets high, says Nielsen

Thailand records massive fall in FDIs, a dip in exports

Implementing rules on PNP-controlled chemicals to take effect Aug 9

10 infra projects up for NEDA Board approval

WCO, ICAO pinpoint more areas for synergy in air cargo safety

PH domestic merchant vessels up 14% in 2015

2 new PH legislation penalize overspeeding, distracted driving

Malaysia’s Westports improves profit on record volume uptick

Yusen Logistics opens distribution facility in Cambodia

Air cargo demand up in June but business seen to stay iffy

No appointment for Uson as BOC social media consultant

US, Singapore partner in IT infrastructure pursuits in ASEAN

Asian port operators up against mounting difficulties, report finds

Subic Freeport Expressway open until Jan 15

Skyway Stage 3 connecting SLEX with NLEX partly opens on Dec 29

Expressway toll fees waived on New Year’s Eve, Day

No toll on SMC, MPTC expressways during the holiday

DOTr places P367B order for MM subway train cars

Subic Freeport Expressway open until Jan 15

Skyway Stage 3 connecting SLEX with NLEX partly opens on Dec 29

Expressway toll fees waived on New Year’s Eve, Day

No toll on SMC, MPTC expressways during the holiday