Law Summary
I. Overview
This memorandum circular, issued by the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) on January 15, 2001, outlines the approved adjustments to cargo handling tariffs for both domestic and foreign cargoes as authorized by PPA Board Resolution No. 1858 dated January 11, 2001.
II. Tariff Rate Adjustments
Vessel Charge (Stevedoring) and Cargo Charge (Arrastre):
- Domestic Cargo:
- Containerized and Non-Containerized: 10% increase in both stevedoring and arrastre charges.
- Foreign Cargo (including MICT and SH):
- Containerized: 15% increase in stevedoring charges and 10% increase in arrastre charges.
- Non-Containerized: 15% increase in stevedoring charges and 10% increase in arrastre charges.
- Domestic Cargo:
Ro-Ro Cargoes:
- A 10% increase in charges.
III. Special Conditions
Adjustment of Additional Charges:
- Rates for special, extra labor, and other related cargo handling services will also be adjusted in line with the approved increases.
Exclusions:
- The rate increase at South Harbor does not apply to logs and lumber.
IV. Productivity Requirements
- The productivity rate for container operations at ATI and ICTSI must not be less than 25 moves per ship-hour.
- This productivity rate is to be improved by at least 10% by July 1, 2001.
V. Effective Date
- The adjustments outlined in this circular will take effect on February 1, 2001, following publication in at least two newspapers of general circulation.
VI. Adoption
- This memorandum was officially adopted on January 15, 2001, and signed by Juan O. Pena, General Manager of PPA.
Key Takeaways
- Cargo handling rates for domestic and foreign cargoes will see increases ranging from 10% to 15% depending on the type of cargo.
- Special handling charges are also subject to adjustments.
- Productivity standards are set for container operations, with a requirement for improvement.
- The circular takes effect on February 1, 2001, following necessary publication, highlighting the importance of compliance with the new rates and standards.