CALBAYOG CITY, Samar — In response to the limited access to the San Juanico Bridge due to ongoing weight restrictions, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has issued 30-day special permits to seven (7) Landing Craft Tank (LCT) vessels, and one (1) RORO passenger vessel operating between Calbayog City, Samar and Ormoc City, Leyte. This initiative continue reading : MARINA GRANTS SPECIAL PERMITS TO LCT VESSELS TO EASE TRANSPORT DISRUPTION BETWEEN SAMAR AND LEYTE
MARINA ADVANCES STCW REVIEW WITH INTENSIVE THREE-DAY ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
MANILA CITY, Philippines — As part of its commitment to shaping global maritime standards, the Philippine Working Group on Phase 2 of the Comprehensive Review of the STCW Convention and Code (PH-WG-STCW), led by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) through its STCW Office, held a three-day roundtable discussion (RTD) on 14–15 and 19 May 2025 continue reading : MARINA ADVANCES STCW REVIEW WITH INTENSIVE THREE-DAY ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
WIMAPHIL, MARINA, PCG CELEBRATE WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP IN MARITIME
MANILA, Philippines — In celebration of the International Day for Women in Maritime, the Women in Maritime Philippines (WIMAPHIL), in partnership with the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), successfully hosted a forum on 19 May 2025 at the MARINA Central Office, Manila. The event, themed “OUR STORY: Raising the Bar continue reading : WIMAPHIL, MARINA, PCG CELEBRATE WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP IN MARITIME
MARINA REGIONAL OFFICES CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR WOMEN IN MARITIME 2025 AND STRENGTHEN WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP IN THE SECTOR
TACLOBAN CITY — In celebration of the International Day for Women in Maritime, the MARINA Regional Office VIII (MRO8), led by Regional Director Cheryl V. Pascua, held a significant program showcasing the vital contributions of Filipino women in the maritime sector. A highlight of the event was the presentation titled “Profile of Filipino Women in continue reading : MARINA REGIONAL OFFICES CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR WOMEN IN MARITIME 2025 AND STRENGTHEN WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP IN THE SECTOR
ILO EVALUATOR PRAISES AGENCY’S ROBUST ISSUANCE SYSTEM DURING 2ND INDEPENDENT EVALUATION ON SEAFARER ID SYSTEM
MANILA – The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has successfully concluded the 2nd Independent Evaluation of the Philippine Seafarer’s Identity Document (SID), reaffirming the agency’s compliance with international standards and commitment to operational excellence on 16 May 2025. The evaluation, led by Dr. John William M. Campbell of the International Labour Organization (ILO), was capped by continue reading : ILO EVALUATOR PRAISES AGENCY’S ROBUST ISSUANCE SYSTEM DURING 2ND INDEPENDENT EVALUATION ON SEAFARER ID SYSTEM
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IS THE NORM: MARITIME LEADERS URGE WOMEN TO TAKE THE INDUSTRY HELM
MANILA — “Equal opportunity is not an exception — it should be the norm.” These powerful words from Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Administrator Sonia Malaluan echoed during the “Ocean of Opportunities for Women” Forum on 16 May 2025, in line with the celebration of the International Day for Women in Maritime. “This International Day for continue reading : EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IS THE NORM: MARITIME LEADERS URGE WOMEN TO TAKE THE INDUSTRY HELM
MARINA STRENGTHENS EXTENSION OFFICE WITH NEW IT EQUIPMENT TO BOOST DIGITAL SERVICES
To strengthen regional operations and improve service delivery, the MARINA Regional Office I and II Regional Director, Engr. Jedini Nur A. Sibal visited the MARINA Pangasinan Extension Office on 16 May 2025. The visit marked the formal turnover and inspection of new Information Technology (IT) equipment to enhance the office’s operational capabilities. The deployment supports continue reading : MARINA STRENGTHENS EXTENSION OFFICE WITH NEW IT EQUIPMENT TO BOOST DIGITAL SERVICES
PHILIPPINES REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SAFER, GREENER, AND MORE RESILIENT MARITIME TRANSPORT AT 48TH ASEAN MTWG MEETING
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam — The Philippines underscored its unwavering commitment to building a safer, greener, and more resilient maritime transport system during the 48th ASEAN Maritime Transport Working Group (MTWG) Meeting held on 7-8 May 2025. Representing the Philippines, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Director for Overseas Shipping Service, Ms. Precila C. Jara, continue reading : PHILIPPINES REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO SAFER, GREENER, AND MORE RESILIENT MARITIME TRANSPORT AT 48TH ASEAN MTWG MEETING
MARINA-CDO BACKS BFAR 10’s PUSH TO LEGALIZE COMMERCIAL FISHING VESSELS IN NORTHERN MINDANAO
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — In an effort to enhance the regulation of commercial fishing operations in Northern Mindanao, the MARINA Regional Office 10 (MRO10) participated in a coordination meeting with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Region 10 at the BFAR Regional Office on 14 May 2025. Engr. Louana C. Acosta, Head continue reading : MARINA-CDO BACKS BFAR 10’s PUSH TO LEGALIZE COMMERCIAL FISHING VESSELS IN NORTHERN MINDANAO
MARINA, MAERSK UNITE TO PROMOTE RESPECT, INCLUSION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN IN MARITIME
In celebration to the upcoming “International Day for Women in Maritime,” the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) actively supported Maersk Equal At Sea 2025. Held at AMOSUP Convention Hall on 15 May 2025, the event features initiatives in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion; strengthening pool of women in maritime; inspiring success stories and challenges faced by continue reading : MARINA, MAERSK UNITE TO PROMOTE RESPECT, INCLUSION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN IN MARITIME