CEBÚ | Ports and Shipping

[rx_slyrain]

credit to photo owner

[diehardbisdak]

unsa ni nga year?

[jochval]

wow naa pay napreserve nga pic, mao pa ning panahona nga wala pay koral2x ang pier ug bisan kinsa makaduol jud sa dagat...sa akong tag-an based sa pamorma sa mga taw, 60's ni..

[seastwofly]

Mao jud, kay kanang hauler truck nga THAMES mid '70s nawala na cya...

[rx_slyrain]

50s - 60s

[rage@cebu]

Countries covered: Philippines

External demand from the US, Japan, China and the eurozone is key to the performance of thePhilippines' shipping sector over the mid term and although Q112 marked the first time that net exportscontributed more than 1pp to headline growth since Q310, it must also be noted that we continue toexpect exports to post only a modest expansion of 2.2% in 2012 as external demand continues to weaken.BMI believes that recent weakness in imports may be a leading indicator of weakening export demand, asPhilippine firms import less intermediate goods in anticipation of souring demand among their mainforeign markets.

That said, the country's main ports are still expected to record steady growth this year, with the Port ofCagayan de Oro leading the way with forecast year-on-year (y-o-y) gains of 7.36% in 2012. Although thecountry's main port, the Manila International Container Terminal (MICT), has seen its growth forecastscut due to global economic headwinds, we still predict that the port will enjoy y-o-y container throughputgrowth of 6.90%.

Headline Industry Data

2012 tonnage throughput at MICT forecast to grow 2.40% to 19.15mn tonnes.

2012 tonnage throughput at the Port of Cebu forecast to increase 4.43% to 26.50mn tonnes. 7mn tonnes ahead than MICT...

2012 tonnage throughput at the Port of Davao forecast to rise by 4.82% to 11.70mn tonnes.

2012 tonnage throughput at the Port of Cagayan de Oro forecast to increase 7.36% to7.08mn tonnes.

The real value of Philippines' total trade will rise by 3.85% this year, with exports totallingUS$71.35bn, ahead of imports at US$85.49bn.

Key Industry Trends

President Inaugurates Berth 6 At MICT

Berth 6 at the Port of Manila's MICT was inaugurated by Philippine president Benigno Aquino in July.The berth was developed by MICT's parent company – International Container Terminal Services(ICTSI) – at a cost of US$200mn and the expansion is aimed at increasing the handling capacity of theterminal from the present 1.9mn twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) to 2.5mn TEUs to meet growingdemand.

PPA Approves 15% Hike In Tariffs

Asian Terminals (ATI) announced that the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) sanctioned a 15% increasein tariffs for international containerised and non-containerised cargo handled at two of Manila's harboursat the end of June. ATI operates the container port in South Harbour and International Container TerminalServices operates at MICT. ATI added that the tariff would be raised in two tranches, with the first rise of8% to become effective on July 16.

Philippines Puts Onus On Dredging

Dredging work has been ongoing at various locations in the Philippines, such as the Iloilo River, which isdesigned to support growing industries, according to PPA manager, Winfred G Elizalde. 'We expect agreat impact [from] these projects to our economy because the vessels will be able to dock with ease andconvenience, and the cargo owners likewise will have a bigger place where they could store theircargoes,' he said.

Key Risks To Outlook

The spectre of overcapacity is never far away as a potential risk to the downside; the Philippines shippingsector is no different in this regard. The increased use of mega vessels on this route will ensure thatovercapacity remains a problem over the medium term. Continued investment is the key to keeping thesefears at bay, as carriers look at alternative options, such as cascading larger vessels onto otherroutes. Rising bunker prices also represent a test both this year and going forward.

Aside from this, slowing demand is posing a major threat to freight rates. A recession in the eurozone,coupled with the sluggish economic recovery in the US, will continue to place downward pressure onrates as trade slows, and we believe that this could lead to another year where a peak season – and byextension a peak season surcharge (PSS) – fails to materialise

[mAiNsTrEaMhunter]

The busiest port in the country indeed!

[federalist]

the undisputed king of ports.

[NTprime]

Hi, am new to this thread but would like to ask the following:

Aside from those posted in the travelcamotes.com website regarding schedules, what can you say about the ferry/banca service between the following?

Baybay, Leyte - Camotes (which of the three islands)?
Ormoc, Leyte - Camotes
Camotes to Danao, Cebu
Camotes to Cebu City

Which is the best method of traveling between the Camotes Islands and Cebu/western Leyte and how often do they make trips during Holy Week?

Any info is greatly appreciated.

[federalist]

if you're not from Cebu you better choose Cebu City- Camotes(Poro) for your convenience.

From Poro/Tudela there are passenger boats going to Pilar(Camotes), and from Pilar you can take another ride going to Leyte.

[NTprime]

Originally Posted by federalist

if you're not from Cebu you better choose Cebu City- Camotes(Poro) for your convenience.

From Poro/Tudela there are passenger boats going to Pilar(Camotes), and from Pilar you can take another ride going to Leyte.

Thanks for the info. I noticed that the 2 major islands in the Camotes are fairly large - even larger than Mactan as it seems. (although I understand there is a bridge that connects both islands so land travel to the port shouldn't be much of an issue - just the distance from the resort).

If we were planning to stay at Santiago resort, or Mangodlong resort, which are the better options for sea travel?

Also it seems that there are more trips to Camotes from Ormoc than Baybay. If we pass by Baybay, would you still recommend going to Camotes via Ormoc? More options gives more flexibility.

Thanks.

[federalist]

i've been to San Francisco, Poro and Tudela only. from Pilar all i know is there are trips going to Ormoc.

if you're going to Santiago or Mangudlong resorts, there are Roro vessels from Danao to San Francisco but i prefer to suggest the Danao-Poro or Cebu- City-Poro (fastcarft) as Poro is the main gateway to Camotes.

[NTprime]

Originally Posted by federalist

i've been to San Francisco, Poro and Tudela only. from Pilar all i know is there are trips going to Ormoc.

if you're going to Santiago or Mangudlong resorts, there are Roro vessels from Danao to San Francisco but i prefer to suggest the Danao-Poro or Cebu- City-Poro (fastcarft) as Poro is the main gateway to Camotes.

Thanks again. I called up the resort and they say that the pier nearest to them is the one served by Jomalia Shipping. The port of Poro is like 1.5 hours away.

[rage@cebu]

although na late post...

Cebu News - Opascor getting three brandnew cranes - The ...
[Oct 30, 2012] CEBU, Philippines - The Oriental Port and Allied Services Corp. will soon be able to increase the volume of cargo they handle with their brand- new cranes from China ...
www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=864983&...

[zoroethgenre_003]

Top 10 Busiest Seaports in the Philippines According to Total Passengers (2010)

1. Cebu Port – 14,959,225 passengers

2. Batangas Port, Batangas City – 5,293,472 passengers

3. Calapan Port, Calapan City – 3,774,713 passengers

4. Ozamis Port, Ozamis City – 3,374,459 passengers

5. Mucas Port, Tubod, Lanao del Norte – 3,069,451 passengers

6. Zamboanga Port, Zamboanga City – 2,675,114 passengers

7. BREDCO 2 Port, Bacolod City – 2,140,694 passengers

8. Iloilo Port, Iloilo City – 1,963,456 passengers

9. Tagbilaran Port, Tagbilaran City – 1,731,226 passengers

10. BALWHARTECO Port, Allen, Northern Samar – 1,486,842 passengers

Source: Philippine Ports Authority

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[rage@cebu]

new quay & gantry cranes in Cebu!
image hosted on flickr


count it... its now 5.... hehehehe the quay crane pictured beside crown regency... 3rd from left/right is the new crane... also included in the upgrade of CIP are 2 new Rubbered tyre gantry cranes....

[mAiNsTrEaMhunter]

[MatudNilaBaby]

kanus-a man gyud sugdan sa cpa ang expansion nila didto sa lilo-an ug consolacion? para naku dili maayo ang maghuwat sila nga ma congested sa cebu city harbor. maayo unta kon ila sab na hinuon ug park like the fishermans whart in san francisco para welcoming ba sa tanan dili lang kadtong sa lumalargahay

[-sharkleman125-]

Naay pics ang PSSS sa pag abot sa gantry cranes na gi order sa OPASCOR gikan China..

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