Bureau of Customs shut down an allegedly illegal cigarette manufacturing operation in Mexico, Pampanga Warehouse found operating without permits or customs documentation Joint enforcement conducted on January 28, 2026, following …
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Maharlika Investment Corp. president and chief executive officer Rafael Consing, Jr. has been conditionally elected as a new director of Asian Terminals Inc. ATI stockholders on January 30 also approved …
The Maritime Industry Authority has started the comprehensive safety audit on domestic carrier Aleson Shipping Lines, Inc. following the recent sinking of one of its roll-on/roll-off ferries Aside from inspecting …
The Bureau of Customs reminded port officers and concerned staff to strictly observe the guidelines that aim to expedite the implementation of the Electronic Tracking of Containerized Cargo System for …
Among the 622 items in the rate schedule, 42 that are seafarer-related and another 208 will remain the same A total of 372 items or about 60% of the 622 …
Global air cargo demand rose 3.4% in 2025, with international traffic up 4.2% Cargo capacity expanded 3.7% for the year, led by international growth of 5.1% December capped the year …
Bases Conversion and Development Authority has partnered with industrial real estate developer Berthaphil Inc. to advance aviation-related industries and support growth within the Clark Aviation Capital in Pampanga and at …
These include strengthening revenue collection, improve trade facilitation, and intensify enforcement measures to safeguard the country’s borders He also highlighted his priority framework, “I A M” or Integrity, Accountability, and …
Air and ocean freight is expected to see a modest boost in demand in February with the celebration of Chinese New Year, according to the latest Freight Market Insights from …
DHL Express Philippines’ new service point at LRT-1 Redemptorist-Aseana Station recently underwent blessing ceremonies The location offers convenience for train riders, enabling shipment of documents and parcels locally and internationally …
The Philippines is cautiously opening its door to rice imports from Pakistan as part of a broader effort to diversify suppliers and deepen trade ties beyond its immediate neighbors Agriculture …
Asia Pacific airlines posted strong growth in international passenger and cargo markets in 2025 International passenger numbers rose 9.4% to 390.5 million, driven by long-haul and intra-regional demand Revenue passenger …
The Philippine economy grew by 3% in the fourth quarter of 2025, bringing full year growth to 4.4%, below the government’s target range of 5.5-6.5% and slower than the 5.7% …
DHL Express Philippines opened a new service point at LRT-1 Redemptorist-Aseana Station Location offers convenience for train riders, enabling shipment of documents and parcels locally and internationally while commuting It …
Seafarers Happiness Index (SHI) rose slightly to 7.26 in Q4 2025 from 7.05 in Q3 Improvement signal stabilization towards the end of a volatile year, but pressures remain Seafarers cite …
Reefer freight rates remain relatively stable in the first quarter of 2026, and is expected to follow seasonal patterns, deviating from the volatility in dry cargo, according to DHL Global …
The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport intercepted more than 8 kilograms of cocaine with an estimated street value of P43.4 million at NAIA Terminal 3 Seizure was made from …
The Maritime Industry Authority will be undertaking a comprehensive compliance monitoring and inspection of the country’s entire domestic fleet following recent maritime incidents The inspection of the entire domestic fleet …
AC Logistics Holdings Corp. and ZTE Corp. have partnered to strengthen the telecommunications and technology solutions firm’s supply chain operations in the Philippines Through the collaboration, AC Logistics will serve …
The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport intercepted more than 8 kilograms of cocaine with an estimated street value of P43.4 million at NAIA Terminal 3 Seizure was made from …
The Maritime Industry Authority has invited shipping operators to consider deploying ships in routes affected by the grounding of Aleson Shipping Lines, Inc.’s passenger fleet to ensure continued provision of …
UPS will slash up to 30,000 jobs and close down another 24 facilities in 2026 This, as it cuts deliveries for its largest customer, Amazon.com, to focus on more profitable …
The Bureau of Internal Revenue launched the Registered Business Enterprise Taxpayer Service, designed to cater exclusively to the country’s over 5,900 RBEs Launched on January 27, the RBETS will assists …
The Philippines’ trade balance amounted to US$3.52 billion in December 2025, indicating a 15% drop in deficit as exports continued its double-digit growth streak during the period Total external trade …
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority approved 18 projects worth a total of P12.86 billion in investments in January 2026 This is 57% lower than the P30.156 billion reported in the …
The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport intercepted eight inbound parcels containing marijuana at the Central Mail Exchange Center in Pasay City Seized drugs valued at about P3.7 million The …
Jiangsu Jingdong Cargo Airlines now flies six times a week between Zhuhai Jinwan Airport in Guangdong and Clark International Airport in northern Philippines The route is dedicated to cross-border e-commerce …
UPS reported fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of $24.5 billion and operating profit of $2.6 billion Non-GAAP adjusted operating profit reached $2.9 billion; adjusted EPS rose to $2.38 Results included $238 million …
The country’s trade balance amounted to US$3.52 billion in December 2025, indicating a 15% drop in deficit as exports continued its double-digit growth streak during the period Total external trade …
Procurement and Supply Institute of Asia chairman Charlie Villaseñor has been appointed senior supply chain advisor under the US State Department’s LEAP program Role supports the Philippine Department of Health …
Jiangsu Jingdong Cargo Airlines now flies six times a week between Zhuhai Jinwan Airport in Guangdong and Clark International Airport in northern Philippines Route dedicated to cross-border e-commerce shipments using …
Logistics technology firm GoComet launched its next-level artificial intelligence for supply chain operations at the recent Manila Horizon 2026 GoComet’s agentic AI offers progression to autonomous logistics operations from just …
The Bureau of Customs-Ninoy Aquino International Airport intercepted eight inbound parcels containing marijuana at the Central Mail Exchange Center in Pasay City Seized drugs valued at about P3.7 million The …
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The Bureau of Customs has partnered with the Philippine Iron and Steel Institute to advance valuation and monitoring mechanisms in steel imports and exports A BOC-PISI technical working group will …
Emmanuel Cortero has been appointed acting deputy director general for policy and planning of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority from administrator of the Mactan Economic Zone and head of Cluster …
The Department of Transportation ordered immediate grounding of Aleson Shipping Lines’ entire passenger fleet after one of its vessels sank on January 26 The accident involving the MV Trisha Kerstin …
Emmanuel “Loy” Cortero moving as acting deputy director general for policy and planning of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority from administrator of the Mactan Economic Zone and head of Cluster …
The Bureau of Customs has partnered with the Philippine Iron and Steel Institute to advance valuation and monitoring mechanisms in steel imports and exports A BOC-PISI technical working group will …
Imported milled rice may now enter through Bataan port in consideration of the congestion in Subic port Entry through Bataan port is subject to the submission of an official request …
Customs Uni-Pass International Agency is proposing to establish a dedicated e-commerce processing system for the Bureau of Customs The proposal aligns with the technical, procedural, and governance requirements of BOC …
The United Portusers Confederation of the Philippines, Inc. supports the Bureau of Customs’ proposed new customs processing system but said its implementation should not result in higher fees or additional …
The United Portusers Confederation of the Philippines, Inc. supports the Bureau of Customs’ proposed new customs processing system but requests that its implementation should not result in increased fees or …
The Philippine Ports Authority has created a special takeover unit to handle cargo operations at Jubang cruise ship port in Dapa town on Siargao Island The PPA-Jubang Port Services will …
Deadline for the submission of expression of interest for the project preparation and transaction advisory services for the cross-border electronic invoicing system project has been moved anew to February 9, …
FAST Logistics opened a new 1.8-hectare warehouse hub in Opol, Misamis Oriental The facility will serve Cagayan de Oro City and other Northern Mindanao supply chains Site allows expansion to …
Customs Uni-Pass International Agency submitted to the Bureau of Customs a proposal for the establishment of a dedicated e-commerce processing system It is ready for immediate deployment CUPIA said it …
AC Logistics Holdings Corp. signed an agreement to acquire up to around 84% of cold chain storage and logistical service provider Glacier Megafridge, Inc. The deal signed on January 26 …
The Bangsamoro Ministry of Transportation and Communications turned over the newly rehabilitated Bongao Port passenger terminal in Tawi-Tawi and formally broke ground for the port’s expansion on January 21 The …
Aboitiz InfraCapital airports handled 16.17 million passengers in 2025 The Mactan-Cebu International Airport accounted for 11.6 million passengers, up nearly 3% year on year Laguindingan and Bohol-Panglao airports logged strong …
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