Logistics companies have committed to maintaining current freight rates despite operational disruptions caused by the temporary closure of the San Juanico Bridge, which connects Samar and Leyte, according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
DTI Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque said the agency intervened following the bridge’s closure to coordinate with logistics providers and ensure the continued flow of basic necessities and prime commodities without price increases.
“They signified that they will not increase any price to move the goods. They will go all out. I have their full support,” Roque said at the sidelines of the commitment pledging with 17 logistics companies and the Supply Chain Management Association of the Philippines (SMAP) Wednesday.
The bridge, now under a 3-ton load restriction, has disrupted regular transport routes.
Roque said the DTI acted swiftly in response to President Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure food and essential supply movements continue uninterrupted.
