MANILA — The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) recently held turnover ceremonies for its Regional Offices in Cagayan De Oro (MARINA Regional Office 10) and Cebu (MARINA Regional Office 7) on 13 January, and 15 January respectively, marking the commencement of a series of strategic changes aimed at optimizing leadership, fostering career development, and bolstering industry insight for more effective regulation.
The turnover ceremony at MARINA Regional Office 10 (MRO10) in Cagayan De Oro saw the transition of leadership from outgoing Regional Director Annabell P. Lagas to incoming OIC-Regional Director Juliet Nacion, signaling a significant step in the pursuit of managerial competence and technical expertise enhancement.
In MARINA Regional Office 7 (MRO7) in Cebu, outgoing Regional Director Engr. Emmanuel B. Carpio PhD is set to take on a pivotal role as the Service Unit Director of the Franchising Service and the newly-created Marine Environment Protection and Development Service at the Central Office. With 34 years of invaluable experience, Engr. Carpio PhD is expected to play a crucial role in shaping and advancing the Administration’s agenda of policy assessment, making it more responsive to the dynamic changes in the maritime sector. Dr Carpio holds a Master of Science in Maritime Safety Administration from the World Maritime University in Malmo, Sweden and a Doctoral degree in Maritime Education from the John B Lacson Foundation Maritime University. He was also instrumental in the creation and establishment of the MARINA Regional Office 13 in the CARAGA Region.
Meanwhile, the incoming Regional Director for MRO7, Ms. Lagas, brings with her a track record of unparalleled commitment, integrity, and attention to detail. Her leadership is expected to introduce fresh perspectives in addressing the challenges facing MARINA-Cebu. Director Lagas previously held the positions of Chief, Budget Officer, OIC-Director, Financial Management Service (FMS), MARINA Regional Director in the Eastern Visayas Region in Tacloban City (Region 8); MARINA Regional Director in the SOCCSKSARGEN Region in General Santos City (Region 12); MARINA Regional Director in Region 6 in Iloilo; and MARINA Regional Director in Northern Mindanao Cagayan de Oro City (Region 10). She holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the Misamis University, Ozamiz City, and completed the degree of Bachelor of Science in Commerce Major in Accounting from Xavier University (Ateneo) in Cagayan de Oro City.
As for the newly appointed OIC-Regional Director for MRO 10, Ms. Juliet Nacion, boasts over 29 years of experience in regional operations from MARINA Regional Office 6 in Iloilo. Her extensive background is anticipated to fortify further the consistent yet dynamic operations of MRO10. She was designated as Training Director for the MARINA Training Institute in Bacolod City before her new assignment.
The strategic movement in leadership positions, both realized and planned for the future, underscores MARINA’s commitment to institutional capacity building. This initiative aims to enhance the managerial competence and technical expertise of Regional Directors, integrating best practices gained by outgoing officials into their new assignments.
MARINA remains steadfast in its mission to regulate and promote the development of a competitive, efficient, and sustainable maritime industry. The turnover ceremonies mark a significant chapter in MARINA’s ongoing efforts to adapt to evolving industry dynamics and ensure the continuous improvement of its regulatory functions.
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