MANILA – The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) is proud to announce the commencement of the Timonel Awards, a distinguished initiative designed to recognize and celebrate exceptional achievements and remarkable contributions of individuals and entities in the maritime industry. The awards aim to highlight outstanding efforts towards ensuring the safety of life and property at sea, as well as the protection of the marine environment at national, regional, or international levels.

The Timonel for Outstanding Maritime Entity or Individual (TOMEI) Award is the pinnacle of recognition, set to be bestowed upon those who have achieved the highest ratings, attaining a total of 90% and above for their exceptional and extraordinary contributions with national, regional, or international significance.

Qualification:

For Individuals:

1. Must be of legal age.
2. Filipino citizenship is a prerequisite.
3. Minimum of 7 years of employment or service in the maritime industry.
4. Clean record with no pending administrative/criminal cases and no administrative penalties over the last 7 years.

For Maritime Entities:

1. Accreditation by MARINA is mandatory.
2. Active engagement in the maritime business within the last 7 years.
3. No involvement in major maritime incidents/accidents during the last 7 years.
4. No administrative penalties and no pending administrative/criminal cases involving Officers and/or Board of Directors for maritime-related or other violations in the last 7 years.

Criteria for Evaluation:

The evaluation will cover a seven-year period, spanning from July 1, 2016, to June 30, 2023. Detailed criteria are available in the infographics provided.

Who may nominate?

Nominations for the Timonel Awards (TOMEI) are open to any individual or entity within the maritime industry, including government officials/employees, private entities/persons, associations, seafarers, or Non-Governmental Organizations.

Recognition and Rewards:

TOMEI Awardees will receive the prestigious Timonel award with citation. Additionally, there will be cash rewards of PHP 50,000 for maritime entities and PHP 10,000 for individuals in acknowledgment of their outstanding contributions to the maritime industry.
Important Dates:

Deadline for submission of nominations: March 15, 2024
Awarding ceremony: June 1, 2024, during the 50th anniversary of MARINA

Submit your nominations through this link: https://bit.ly/48Hcnrr

MARINA encourages active participation and nominations from all eligible entities and individuals to showcase and celebrate the excellence within the maritime sector.