The ICTSI Foundation swiftly responded to provide aid after a recent fire damaged a portion of Isla Puting Bato in Tondo, Manila. About 80 families received hot meals, 25-kilogram sacks of rice, sleeping mats and blankets.  Representatives from Barangay 20, Manila International Container Termina…
  Manila Multipurpose Terminal (MMT) has enhanced its operational and emergency response capabilities with the acquisition of new equipment.  The terminal recently took delivery of two Hitachi Zaxi 210LC long-reach excavators, outfitted with multiple gear components, to optimize cargo handling. T…
  Manila Multipurpose Terminal (MMT), in partnership with the ICTSI Foundation (IF), conducted two outreach initiatives last December in celebration of the holiday spirit. The first outreach was conducted at the Manila City Jail Female Dormitory in support of the Philippine Port Authority’s Ginint…
  Contecon Manzanillo kicked off the new year on a high note after setting a new operational record with the successful handling of the MSC Napoli. With 10 high cube stowage, the vessel is one of the largest to call at the Port of Manzanillo. The operation on 16 January at Pier 19 set a terminal r…
  Contecon Manzanillo, one of the most important terminals in the Port of Manzanillo, had an outstanding 2024, marked by a 14 percent increase in the total volume handled compared to the previous year.  “We registered a significant improvement in 2024, mainly in import and export volumes. Imports i…
Renata Cardozo (second from left), RBT people management and organizational development manager during the launch of the Sustainability Policy for Ports, Airports and Waterways last 27 January. Rio Brasil Terminal (RBT) reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability by participating in the recent la…
Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) believes that high-performing teams are key to organizational success. To help employees unlock their full potential, BGT recently organized the Driving Performance Delivery training program in partnership with the ICTSI Global Academy. The training aimed to enhance empl…
  In a significant move to enhance trade relations, a high-level delegation from NYK Lines and Toyota Japan/Iraq recently visited Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) at the Port of Umm Qasr. The visit focused on strengthening bilateral ties, discussing advanced port technologies, and exploring new investm…
(From left) Olga Coelho, VICT chief commercial officer; Ceres M. Martinez, Philippine Embassy attache; Ambassador Antonio Morales; Bruno Porchietto, VICT chief executive officer; Marco Quaranta, VICT communications and sustainability manager; and Consul Ralph Vincent C. Abarquez.   Victoria Inte…
  Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT) completed several projects in 2024, further strengthening its position as a key container terminal in Melbourne. Early in the year, VICT expanded its yard and berth capacity, becoming the only terminal in Melbourne capable of simultaneously serv…