The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), through the Maritime Safety Service (MSS), in collaboration with Shell Pilipinas Corporation (SPC), conducted a virtual Orientation/Training session via Zoom conferencing on 29 April 2024. The activity aimed to elevate Safety Culture Awareness and disseminate best practices throughout the maritime sector. In her welcoming remarks, MSS Officer-In-Charge, Engr. Divinagracia Tolosa continue reading : MARINA, SPC COLLABORATE TO STRENGTHEN MARITIME SAFETY AWARENESS
MARINA ENCOURAGES SHIPPING COMPANIES TO JOIN SELF-ASSESSMENT SURVEY AND TRAINING FOR MARITIME SAFETY COMPLIANCE
In an effort to enhance maritime safety standards and regulatory compliance, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) in collaboration with the French Maritime Expert (FME) is set to conduct a Self-Assessment Survey and Training activity this May. The primary objectives of this assessment activity include evaluating compliance with relevant maritime safety regulations and industry standards, identifying continue reading : MARINA ENCOURAGES SHIPPING COMPANIES TO JOIN SELF-ASSESSMENT SURVEY AND TRAINING FOR MARITIME SAFETY COMPLIANCE
MARINA ENHANCES FEATURES OF COMPETENCY REVIEWER PORTAL
To efficiently assist seafarers in their preparation for the Theoretical Examination for Merchant Marine Officers, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), through its STCW Office, has updated its Competency Reviewer Portal (CRP), enhancing its features on reviewer section and mock examination. The CRP serves as a crucial tool for examinees, providing them with sample questions and continue reading : MARINA ENHANCES FEATURES OF COMPETENCY REVIEWER PORTAL
MARINA Administrator Engages Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Delegates in Bilateral Talks on Maritime Collaboration
MARINA Administrator Sonia B. Malaluan met with the delegates from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on 30 April 2024 at the MARINA Central Office. The courtesy visit served as a platform for fruitful discussions on various areas of collaboration, notably in maritime education, training, and certification, as well as tourism and shipbuilding. Both parties recognized continue reading : MARINA Administrator Engages Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Delegates in Bilateral Talks on Maritime Collaboration
MARINA Leads Inter-Agency Effort in Strengthening International Maritime Standards
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), through the Overseas Shipping Service (OSS), convened an Inter-Agency Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS) at the MARINA Board Room, Port Area, Manila on 23 April 2024. Spearheaded by the Department of Transportation (DOTr) Assistant Secretary for Maritime, Atty. Julius continue reading : MARINA Leads Inter-Agency Effort in Strengthening International Maritime Standards
MARINA welcomes delegates from Saudi Arabia to evaluate PHL STCW System
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – In a significant stride towards enhancing maritime cooperation, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), through its STCW Office, has opened its doors to delegates from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The opening of this visit on 29 April 2024 marks a pivotal moment in the bilateral relationship between the two nations, as Saudi continue reading : MARINA welcomes delegates from Saudi Arabia to evaluate PHL STCW System
MARINA deepens partnership with IAMU for PHL’s maritime education and training advancement
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – In a concerted effort to enhance maritime education and training (MET) in the Philippines, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU) have reaffirmed their commitment through the renewal of their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The renewal ceremony took place on 25 April 2024 at the MARINA continue reading : MARINA deepens partnership with IAMU for PHL’s maritime education and training advancement
MARINA-BEST in Tacloban City
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) conducted an Orientation and Workshop on the MARINA – Blockchain-Enabled Automated Certification System (MARINA-BEST) for Industry Stakeholders in Tacloban City on 22 April 2024. During the event, MARINA Administrator Sonia B. Malaluan emphasized the significance and objectives of MARINA-BEST, aimed at optimizing MARINA’s processes and services through digitalization, thereby providing continue reading : MARINA-BEST in Tacloban City
MARINA, NMP Forge Partnership to Advance Maritime Industry Development in Tacloban City
IN PHOTOS: The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) inks a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) on 23 April 2024 at NMP, Cabalawan, Tacloban City. The said MOU stemmed from a series of consultations of MARINA with NMP in crafting the updated Maritime Industry Development Plan 2028 (MIDP). Further, the MOU lays continue reading : MARINA, NMP Forge Partnership to Advance Maritime Industry Development in Tacloban City
Philippines, Qatar forge closer maritime ties with landmark agreement
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – In a pivotal step toward enhancing maritime cooperation, the Philippines’ Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and Qatar’s Ministry of Transport have solidified their partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the mutual recognition of seafarers’ certificates on 22 April 2024 at the Malacanang Palace during the sidelines of the State Visit continue reading : Philippines, Qatar forge closer maritime ties with landmark agreement