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Domestic Shipping Act of 2004

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Draft amendment to domestic shipping act gets first pass in Lower House

The House of Representatives has approved on first reading a bill seeking to amend the Domestic Shipping Act of 2004 in order to allow…
  • August 19, 2018
  • 3 minute read

Harbor Star to raise tug assist rates at MICT by 20%

Harbor Star Shipping Services, Inc.’s (HSSSI) application for a 20% increase in tug assist rates at the Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) has been…
  • July 8, 2018
  • 2 minute read

Marina details latest strategy to improve connectivity, reduce regulatory burden

The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has listed its plans and programs to accomplish its aim of further connectivity, mainly by ensuring an economic, efficient,…
  • July 6, 2018
  • 3 minute read

Marina’s 2017 revenues below 2016 figure by 21%

The Philippines’ Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) recorded revenues of P901.121 million in 2017, 21% lower than the P1.14 billion generated in 2016 but 3%…
  • June 11, 2018
  • 3 minute read

Higher shipping rates seen as PH carriers impose recovery charge

Most members of the Philippine Liner Shipping Association (PLSA) will impose a recovery charge following imposition of the excise tax on fuel under the…
  • January 16, 2018
  • 3 minute read

Marina ups age cap for vessels seeking VAT exemption

The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has raised the age limit of vessels that can apply for an endorsement from the Department of Finance (DOF)…
  • October 25, 2017
  • 3 minute read

Marina eyes return of incentives to spur ship re-fleeting

The Philippine Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) is moving to reinstate incentives for domestic shipping operators planning to re-fleet, part of the government’s drive to…
  • August 30, 2016
  • 4 minute read