The Philippines, led by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) actively participated in the recently concluded Marine Accident Investigation Forum in Asia (MAIFA) held last 19-24 September 2023 in Shanghai, China. Composed of 14 Member States in Asia, the forum aimed to enhance the safety of ships by exchanging best practices and experiences in conducting marine continue reading : Charting Safe Waters: MARINA’s Active Role in MAIFA 2023 and Its Commitment to Maritime Safety

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and French Maritime Expert (FME) marked a historic moment with the launch of the ‘Concentrated Campaign on the Enhancement of the ROPAX Fleet Safety Level’ at the MARINA Regional Office IV in Batangas City on 27 September 2023. This program is set to redefine safety standards within the Philippines’ domestic continue reading : MARINA unveils pioneering “ROPAX Fleet Safety Enhancement Concentrated Campaign” in Collaboration with French Maritime Expert

MANILA — Aiming to continue its unwavering commitment towards maritime excellence and sustainability, the Philippines, through the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), in cooperation with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), hosted a Diplomatic Reception held on 26 September 2023 to intensify its bid in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council under Category C for 2024-2025 continue reading : PHL strengthens IMO Council Bid through Diplomatic Reception

Conducted every quarter of the year, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), through its Examination and Assessment Division (EAD) under the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Office, held an oath taking ceremony for Marine Deck and Engineer Officers on 27 September 2023, at the AMOSUP Convention Hall in Intramuros, Manila. A total of 56 continue reading : Oath Taking Ceremony for Merchant Marine Officers Anchors National Maritime Week 2023

The National Seafarers’ Day Committee, in collaboration with the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), and Stella-Maris Philippines, celebrated the 28th National Seafarers’ Day yesterday, 24 September 2023, at Pier 13, Port Area, Manila, which also marked the beginning of the 24th National Maritime Week. This year’s theme, “Marinong Filipino: Patuloy sa Pangangalaga continue reading : Philippines celebrates 28th National Seafarer’s Day; Kicks Off 24th National Maritime Week with a Focus on Ocean Conservation and Seafarer Contributions

In a concerted effort to bolster maritime safety and security in line with the Maritime Industry Development Plan 2028 (MIDP 2028), the European Union Critical Maritime Routes Indian Ocean (EU CRIMARIO), under the leadership of Mr. Kenneth Niejnes, conducts training for personnel from the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the National Coast Watch Center (NCWC) continue reading : EU CRIMARIO trains MARINA and NCWC Personnel for Maritime Safety and Security Information-Sharing

MANILA – As the maritime industry continues to propel its long-term Maritime Industry Development Plan (MIDP) 2028, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has taken a significant stride by solidifying agreements with the EU-CRIMARIO and the National Coast Watch Center (NCWC) on 07 September 2023, dedicated to advancing safety and security in the maritime sector. In continue reading : MARINA, EU CRIMARIO and NCWC join forces to strengthen Maritime Safety and Security

PASAY CITY – In a significant step toward advancing maritime education and training (MET) and harnessing emerging technologies, the World Maritime University Philippine Alumni Association, Inc. (WMUPAAI) and the Asian Institute of Maritime Studies (AIMS) have joined forces by conducting a symposium on 08 September 2023. WMUPAAI President Atty. Jabeth Sena Jepath Dacanay and AIMS continue reading : WMU PH Alumni, AIMS Hold Joint Initiative Symposium; Strengthen Collaboration for MET, Emerging Technologies

PASAY CITY — The meaningful celebration for this year’s Maritime Archipelagic Nation Awareness Month (MANA Mo) has officially started with a pristine trade exhibition. The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) through its Shipyards Regulation Service (SRS) and the new internally created Marine Environment Protection Development Service (MEPDS) in coordination with Maritime League and Department of Transportation continue reading : BEACON 2023 kincks off MANA MO Celebration

For three consecutive years, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) hosted the Marine Environment Protection Forum (MEPF) in Pasay City last 06 September 2023. The said Conference is one of the major features of the first-ever Blue Economy Annual Trade and Conference (BEACON 2023) which runs from 6-8 September 2023 held at the same Convention Center. continue reading : 3rd MEPF highlights Reduction of Marine Plastic Litter, GHG Emissions