IN PHOTOS: The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) conducted a pivotal meeting on 29 August 2023, with key industry players. The meeting, organized by MARINA’s Manpower Development Service (MDS) in collaboration with the Legal Service (LS), gathered representatives from various Licensed Manning Agencies (LMAs).
The primary focus of the meeting centered on proposed guidelines related to the revocation and suspension of Seafarer’s Record Book (SRB) and Seafarer’s Identity Document (SID) due to Total and Permanent Medical Disability, and in view of maritime accidents / incidents, which were observed to be a subject of debate during the nationwide public consultations.
The said meeting underscores MARINA’s commitment to refining its regulatory framework for the betterment of Filipino seafarers. The Filipino seafaring workforce remains highly preferred by a majority of global ship owners, making this initiative a crucial step in ensuring their continued well-being and industry relevance.