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PH food imports need DA, DOH clearance before release at ports
Philippine food imports must first be inspected and cleared by health and agriculture officials before undergoing assessment by customs personnel. This system ensures food…
PH a bright spot in an otherwise gloomy global economy-ICTSI
Amid a contracting global economy, the Philippines remains a bright spot this year, especially with the expected resurgence in the country’s manufacturing industry, according…
PH business registration for start-ups down to 8 days from 29, says NCC
Starting a business and paying taxes in the Philippines now take fewer steps and involve a shorter number of days as government agencies continue…
Lorenzo Shipping sees reversal of fortunes in 2015
Philippine carrier Lorenzo Shipping Corporation (LSC) reported a net loss of P231 million in 2015 from a net income of P44 million in 2014,…
Marina changes process for filing emergency requests by PH-listed ships
The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has revised the procedure for filing urgent requests, applications, and reports during weekends, non-working days, and after-office hours by…
P3.9B allocated for further NLEX, SCTEX improvement works in 2016-18
Manila North Tollways Corporation (MNTC) is allotting P3.9 billion for several enhancement works on the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) to…
PAL gears for launch of new Manila-Saipan flight
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) is all set to fly to Saipan twice a week starting June 15 this year to serve the needs…
P69B MRT-7 breaks ground
Residents of Quezon City, Caloocan City, Bulacan, and neighboring areas in the northern outskirts of Metro Manila can look forward to a faster and…
Korea’s Hanjin Shipping proposes restructuring as debts mount
South Korea’s Hanjin Shipping Co. said it has applied for approval from creditors to undertake restructuring measures in an attempt to bail itself out…
DHL study highlights game-changing logistics trends in next decade
“Self-learning” systems and personalized service are two of the biggest developments emerging in logistics today, according to a new study by DHL on social,…
HK air cargo traffic up slightly after dismal Feb
Hong Kong airlines Cathay Pacific and Dragonair posted a marginal decrease in cargo and mail uplifted in March compared to a year ago, but…
Indonesia pushes for faster wrap-up of CEPA negotiations with EU
The government of Indonesia is proposing to fast-track negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the European Union (EU) as preparations are…
HK export volumes, prices dropped in first 2 months
The volume of Hong Kong’s total goods exports (domestic exports and re-exports combined) slid 4.2% year-on-year in January and February, the Census & Statistics…
Top box liners bare new merger, alliance moves amid depressed market
As container lines struggle to remain profitable in a market beset by overcapacity and weak demand, two liners have announced merger talks, while four…
G6 Alliance announces Asia-North America service changes
The G6 Alliance will launch a new service on the Asia-North America trade and make improvements to its current services on the U.S. East…
TABS website to add feature promoting greater transparency
Port operator International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) may soon add a feature on the Terminal Appointment Booking System (TABS) website that would allow…
Cha-Ro addition to Ro-Ro services a boon to Mindanao economy, connectivity
The inclusion of chassis roll-on/roll-off (Cha-Ro) service in the Road Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) Network System (RRTS) will reduce domestic cargo handling costs and strengthen connectivity…
Subic Bay truckers form association
Subic Bay truck operators have reinstated an organization that will represent the industry and highlight its concerns as container volume continues to grow at…
Confederation of Truckers Association of the Phils president inducted
Customs commissioner Alberto Lina (right) recently inducted into office new Confederation of Truckers Association of the Philippines (CTAP) president Mario Yap. Yap will lead…
