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Patrick Ronas

7 posts

Faster implementation of online system for return of empties eyed

The Association of International Shipping Lines (AISL) plans to fast-track the full implementation of its web-based system to help address issues with the return…
  • April 26, 2018
  • 3 minute read

PPA tells shippers on VGM rule: Compliance shouldn’t be so hard

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) assured shippers and exporters there is no need to worry about the implementation of the International Convention for the…
  • July 2, 2016
  • 3 minute read

PH off-dock depots’ utilization at pre-congestion levels

Utilization at off-dock container yards in the Greater Metro Manila and nearby areas is now back to pre-port congestion levels, but operators forecast levels could slip…
  • June 15, 2015
  • 2 minute read

Mejia bid as IMO chief backed

The Philippines will be taking further steps in the global maritime industry if Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) Administrator Dr. Maximo Mejia, Jr. is elected…
  • April 29, 2015
  • 2 minute read

Carriers, truckers initiate rate rollback in PH

Foreign shipping lines have started to lift their port congestion charges, while trucking charges have gone back to pre-Manila truck ban levels in a…
  • April 14, 2015
  • 5 minute read

What To Watch Out For In the 1st Quarter

PEZA and BOC e-Systems Data Integration Serious efforts to integrate PEZA e-Systems data with the BOC e2m system were underway as early as 2012.…
  • January 25, 2015
  • 3 minute read