AISL, ATI meet on moving cargo faster at Manila, Batangas ports

Published on October 23, 2026 Author Web Editor TagsAsian Terminals Inc,Association of International Shipping Lines (AISL),ATI,Batangas Container Terminal,Manila South Harbor The Association of International Shipping Lines and Asian Terminals Inc. recently held a coordination meeting to accelerate cargo movement, optimizing terminal utilization, and sustaining efficient port operations The discussion focused on practical and innovative solutions to address prevailing operational challenges at ATI’s terminals, Manila South Harbor and Batangas Container Terminal The meeting also explored measures to further improve the movement of laden and empty containers, including the repositioning of empty containers to other Asian destinations where shipping equipment is needed The ATI-AISL initiative called Empty Loading Shipping Alliance has been extended to Batangas port from Manila South Harbor The possible deployment of additional sweeper vessels was also discussed to expedite empty container evacuation The Association of International Shipping Lines (AISL) and Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) recently held a coordination meeting to identify ways to accelerate cargo movement, optimize terminal utilization, and sustain efficient port operations in support of Philippine trade.

AISL in a statement said the October 20 discussion focused on practical and innovative solutions to address prevailing operational challenges at ATI’s terminals, Manila South Harbor and Batangas Container Terminal, emphasizing the importance of sustained stakeholder engagement and collective action to keep cargoes moving efficiently across the supply chain.

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