30 MARCH 2026 – The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) assured the public of its full readiness to accommodate the expected surge of passengers this Holy Week, as it implements heightened operational measures under Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Semana Santa 2026.

Before the Semana Santa surge, PPA General Manager Jay Santiago already committed a full manpower PPA force nationwide with passenger traffic projected to reach 2.46 million from March 29 to April 5, 2026, slightly higher by 1.70% compared to the 2.41 million recorded during the same period last year.

26 MARSO 2026 — Simula ngayong araw (Marso 26, 2026) maaari nang magamit ang Online Reservation Assistance System (ORAS), ng mga pasahero na magpupunta sa piling pantalan sa bansa upang maagang makabili ng ticket para sa kanilang mga biyahe.

Binuo ng Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) ang ORAS para sa layuning mapabilis at mas maging maayos ang pagbili ng ticket ng mga walk-in passenger sa pantalan sa tulong ng tatlong simpleng paraan: ang SCAN, CHOOSE, at RESERVE. 

Kabilang sa mga rutang sakop ng initial implementation ng ORAS ang mga sumusunod:

25 MARCH 2026 – As fuel prices continue to rise and affect the cost of goods, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is taking steps to help ease the burden on transport and food supply by setting the Ro-Ro Terminal Fee (RRTF) to one peso (P1.00) for vehicles carrying agricultural products.

The policy, issued under Administrative Order No. 003-2026, aims to keep the movement of farm goods fast and affordable across the country, while helping maintain a stable food supply.

24 MARSO 2026 – Inilunsad na ngayong araw ng Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) ang Online Reservation Assistance System (ORAS), ang digital solution na inaasahang magsasaayos, magpapabilis, at magiging kasagutan sa taon-taong problema ng mga pasahero patungkol sa reserbasyon ng ticket at magpapadali ng proseso para sa mas episyente at tuloy-tuloy na biyahe sa mga pantalan.

Bilang tugon sa mga reklamo ng mga pasahero at bilang inisyatibo ng PPA upang mapadali ang biyahe lalo na tuwing peak season, mas pinadali na ang pagreserba ng biyahe bago magtungo sa pantalan.

13 MARSO 2026 — Maagang nag-inspeksyon sa Batangas Port Passenger Terminal ang pamunuan ng Department of Transportation (DOTr) sa panguguna ni Acting Secretary Giovanni Lopez, Philippine Ports Authority General Manager Jay Santiago, kasama rin ang Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), at Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), upang tingnan ang sitwasyon sa isa sa pinakamalaking pantalan sa bansa nitong Biyernes (Marsos 13, 2026) sa Batangas Port.

8 MARCH 2026 — The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) proudly joins the nationwide observance of the 2026 National Women’s Month through the campaign “WE for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society,” under the sub-theme “Lead like the Babaylans, Filipinas" a commitment to advancing women’s leadership and strengthening Gender and Development (GAD) initiatives across the country’s port system.

03 MARCH 2026 — As the Philippines navigates the potential impact of disruptions in the recently closed Strait of Hormuz amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, concerns over global shipping routes have intensified. In response, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) assures the public that the country’s premier maritime gateways remain fully operational across all major terminals nationwide.

26 FEBRUARY 2026 — The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) continues to make history for sustaining its strong financial momentum after generating a record-breaking ₱30.09 billion in revenue for Fiscal Year 2025 according to its unaudited financial report, reflecting an 8.86% increase from year 2024.

14 FEBRUARY 2026 – In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA), through its Port Management Offices (PMOs) nationwide, rolled out a series of activities aimed at spreading joy, appreciation, and wellness among passengers, port workers, and employees across the country.

PPA General Manager Jay Santiago emphasized that beyond infrastructure and operations, the agency remains committed to initiatives that strengthen connections within port communities.

02 FEBRUARY 2026 – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) have committed to fast-tracking port improvements after top officials, led by Acting Secretary Giovanni Lopez and PPA General Manager Jay Santiago, conducted on-site inspections to personally assess passenger experience and port operations.