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29 NOVEMBER 2024 — The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has reaffirmed its dedication to sustainability and innovation in the maritime sector by reducing the carbon footprint of ports as restated in a seminar on Realizing Carbon Neutral Ports in the ASEAN Region on November 28 to 29, 2024 in Manila with key industry players, policy makers, and sustainability advocates discussed actionable strategies and innovations for greener port operations across the region.
20 NOVEMBER 2024 — The Philippine Coast Guard-Philippine Ports Authority (PCG-PPA) K-9 Training Academy is poised to become the premiere provider of K-9 security services in the Philippines, setting new standards for canine-based safety and protection nationwide. With a focus on world-class training, cutting-edge facilities, and expert instructors, the K-9 Academy aims to revolutionize K-9 security operations across the country.
19 NOVEMBER 2024 — The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) announced that the Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), the country’s sole dedicated container handling facility, achieved a record monthly volume in October, underscoring its preparedness for the peak holiday season.
Operated by International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), MICT handled 275,028 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) during the month. This milestone, driven by recent growth in foreign trade, includes an all-time high of 147,935 TEUs in imports.
16 NOVEMBER 2024 — In preparation for the busy December travel season, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) and Manila North Harbour Port, Inc. (MNHPI) have commenced a series of major upgrades to the North Port Passenger Terminal. These improvements are set to enhance convenience, streamline services, and provide a more comfortable experience for travelers, aligning with PPA’s mission to develop a modern and efficient national port system that supports trade and national development.
15 NOVEMBER 2024 — The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) strongly urged the relocation of stranded passengers at ports due to the danger of storm surges brought about by Tropical Storm Pepito. Ìý
In a memorandum issued today, November 15, 2024, °µÍø³Ô¹ÏGeneral Manager Jay Santiago directed Port Management Offices (PMOs) to coordinate with local government units to promptly transfer stranded passengers to safer and more spacious evacuation centers. Ìý
12 NOVEMBER 2024 — President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. (PBBM) cited the efforts of the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) in modernizing port facilities and expanding cruise dedicated ports in support of the growing demand in the cruise tourism sector during his speech at the Seatrade Cruise Asia 2024 event in Pasay City, November 11, 2024.
10 NOVEMBER — The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA), through its Port Management Office (PMO) Bohol, successfully facilitated the arrival of the TOUR DE CEBU 2024, a prestigious 1,000-kilometer motoring event showcasing vintage and sports cars. This year marks the eighth edition of the celebrated rally, which once again demonstrates the capability of Ro-Ro (Roll-on, Roll-off) ports to handle high-value and delicate cargo, including classic vehicles with precision and care.
08 NOVEMBER 2024 — This year the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has reached a total of 1,104,650.90 kilograms of ocean waste collected since year 2016 up to the first half of 2024 with a record of more or less 100,000kg of ocean waste collected every year through consistent port and coastal clean-up activities.
05 NOVEMBER — Passenger traffic at seaports across the country during the Undas 2024 exodus was lower than anticipated. According to the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA), from October 28 to November 4, a total of 1,076,171 passengers passed through various ports across the country, compared to 1,544,313 passengers recorded during the same period last year.
04 NOBYEMBRE 2024 — Bago pa man ang inaasahang pagtama ng Tropical Storm Marce, maaga pa lamang ay nagpalabas na ng direktiba ang pamunuan ng Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) sa lahat ng mga port management offices (PMOs) nito sa buong bansa na ipatupad ang standard operating procedures tuwing mayroong sama ng panahon upang matiyak ang kaligtasan ng mga pasahero at iba pang port user lalo na sa mga pantalan na naapektuhan ng nagdaang bagyong Kristine.