The Philippines through the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the Hellenic Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy through the Hellenic Merchant Marine Academy discussed areas to upgrade maritime education and training in Aspropyrgos, Greece.

The MARINA Administrator Sonia Malaluan along with her Chief of Staff Engr. Ramon Hernandez and other members of the Philippine delegation met with Cmdr. Katsikas S. Konstantinos, MSc, MA, Deputy Commander, Hellenic Coast Guard and other officials of the Merchant Marine Academy and discussed on how to continuously improve the training system considering the development of new technologies and current challenges in shipping industry.

The two parties exchanged their insights particularly in enhancing plans and programs related to maritime education and training that would eventually benefit the seafarers and other maritime stakeholders of both countries.

The Hellenic Merchant Marine Academy presented the maritime education system in Greece, while the Hellenic Coast Guard shared the functions of their organization and how they contribute to international maritime transport services and economic value of the EU shipping industry.

After the meeting, the Philippine Delegation toured the facilities and training equipment in the Academy.

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