From 16-18 October 2023, the 1st IORIS Steering Committee Board and Working Group Meeting held in Nairobi, Kenya, gathered representatives from numerous government agencies and international partners, totaling 41 agencies across the Indo-Pacific region. Upon the request of the EU-CRIMARIO, the Philippines was represented on the Policy Board, Legal, Technical, and Operational Working Groups. The continue reading : IORIS Steering Committee Meeting in Nairobi Strengthens Indo-Pacific Maritime Security

In anticipation of the forthcoming “Synchronized Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Election and Undas 2023,” the MARINA Regional Office 4 (MRO4) has issued a directive to relax the authorized schedule of trips for shipping operators within its jurisdiction. This decision comes in response to the expected surge in passengers and cargo in the coming days. The continue reading : MARINA-Batangas Eases Shipping Schedules for Upcoming Elections and Undas 2023

As part of the Philippines’ commitment towards building efficient and sustainable shipping in the ASEAN Region, the country, through the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) shared its efforts on green shipping and decarbonization during the 45th ASEAN Maritime Transport Working Group (MTWG) Meeting held from 17 to 19 October 2023 at Ho Chi Minh City, Viet continue reading : Philippines Shares Efforts on Green Shipping, Decarbonization

LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA – Upang masiguro na ang mensahe ng Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) ay epektibong maipararating sa buong industriya ng maritima, mas pinalakas ng ahensya ang communication teams nito sa pamamagitan ng pagsagawa ng kauna-unahang Digital Media and Strategic Communications Workshop, mula ika-17 hanggang 19 ng Oktubre 2023. Layunin ng nasabing aktibidad na pag-ibayuhin continue reading : Communication Teams ng MARINA sa Buong Pilipinas, mas Pinalakas

London, United Kingdom- The Republic of the Philippines, in its unwavering commitment to support the Integrated Technical Cooperation Programme (ITCP) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), has contributed USD 30,000 through a formal Letter of Agreement between the IMO and the Philippines. Philippine Ambassador to the United Kingdom, His Excellency Teodoro L. Locsin Jr. as continue reading : Philippines Contributes US$ 30,000 to IMO TCP

UNITED KINGDOM, LONDON — The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) remains committed to enhancing sea navigation safety as it participates in the Marine Accident Investigators’ International Forum 30 (MAIIF30) meeting at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) from October 9 to October 13, 2023. The MARINA, represented by Enforcement Service Director Ronaldo Bandalaria, signifies the agency’s international continue reading : MARINA continues to champion safe navigation; takes part in the MAIIFA30 meeting in IMO

Tagaytay City- As the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) continues to strengthen its policies, the Agency has gathered legal experts, professionals, and technical personnel to share insights on various topics through this year’s Lawyers’ Convention on 10-12 October 2023. The annual MARINA Lawyers’ Convention serves as a platform for building professional relationships and knowledge exchange while continue reading : MARINA conducts Lawyers Convention, strengthens maritime policies

MANILA – In pursuit of complying with its international commitments leading to a progressive maritime administration, the Philippines is set to undergo a mandatory audit under the auspices of the International Maritime Organization – IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS) from 02 to 09 October 2023, to determine the country’s full and effective implementation and continue reading : PHL Maritime Administration ensures compliance to IMO Instruments through IMSAS

Legazpi City — The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), a strategic partner of the Mariners’ Polytechnic Colleges Foundation in the Bicol Region, actively participated in a significant Multi-Stakeholder Consultation-Workshop on Mainstreaming Blue Economy. This collaborative event unfolded at the Proxy Hotel in Legazpi City on 28 September 2023. Throughout the day, the consultation-workshop delved into a continue reading : MARINA Engages in Blue Economy Dialogue in Bicol Region

MANILA – In celebration of this year’s World Maritime Day, coinciding with the National Maritime Week, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) hosted two significant events on 28 September 2023 – the MARPOL Conference and the STCW Forum, both serving as platforms for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and a shared commitment for the maritime community. MARPOL Conference: continue reading : MARINA Highlights World Maritime Day through MARPOL Conference, STCW Forum