The Philippines, through the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and in coordination with the International Maritime Organization (IMO), conducted a Training Course on Biofouling Management Plans and Record Books in Pasay City from 20 to 21 February 2024. MARINA Deputy Administrator for Operations, Engr. Nannette Villamor-Dinopol, welcomed the international expert from IMO, Dr. Ashley Coutts, Managing continue reading : Training Course on Biofouling Management Plans and Record Books

With nearly a century of experience in shipbuilding, Astilleros Gondan Shipbuilders expressed their interest in participating in the Philippine maritime industry through the sharing of knowledge on shipbuilding technology before MARINA Administrator Sonia Malaluan during a meeting held on 20 February 2024. The shipbuilding company showcased its high-standard quality ships and facilities in its shipyards, continue reading : MARINA Admin Welcomes Spain’s Astilleros Gondan Shipbuilders, Cintranaval; discusses Agency’s campaign on modernization of PH fleet

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) headed by Administrator Sonia B. Malaluan hosted the 142nd TSSC chaired by the Office of the Transport Security (OTS) at the MARINA Board Room on 13 February 2024. During her opening remarks, Administrator Malaluan emphasized the importance of strong alliance and connectivity among various agencies having consistent and common goals continue reading : MARINA hosts 142nd Transportation Security Coordinating Committee (TSCC) Conference

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the MARINA Central Office, to strengthen cooperation on green growth initiatives in the maritime industry on 14 February 2024. The MOU aims to provide a framework of cooperation and facilitate collaboration between the Parties in support continue reading : MARINA and Global Green Growth Institute Sign MOU

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the EU Crimario are deepening their collaboration to bolster their partnership concerning the operational utilization of the Indo-Pacific Regional Information Sharing (IORIS) platform. Director Ronaldo P. Bandalaria of the Enforcement Service (ES) and Mr. Alexandru Chiric, Southeast Asia EU Project Representative of the EU Crimario Project, convened on February continue reading : MARINA, EU Crimario Fortifies Collaboration; Enhances Utilization of IORIS Platform

The MARINA Cagayan de Oro Office Building in El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental has progressed its construction to 54.35%. The MARINA-CDO, together with the Department of Public Works and Highways Region (DPWH) Region 10 conducts project supervision on the construction site on 15 February 2024. The first floor’s walls have been finished, while ongoing installation continue reading : GOODS NEWS! MARINA Building Construction in Misamis Oriental Now 54%

In a proactive move to enhance safety and security measures within the maritime sector, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has intensified its efforts by spearheading Compliance Monitoring activities across Visayas and Mindanao regions from January 23rd to February 7th, 2024. Led by its Enforcement Service (ES), three specialized teams were deployed to various locations in continue reading : MARINA Administration Bolsters Safety and Security Measures in RoRo Passenger Ships

In a significant stride towards advancing the standards of maritime education in the country, the newly reconstituted Technical Panel for Maritime Education (TPME) held its oath taking ceremony administered by CHED Chair J. Prospero De Vera III on 16 February 2024 at the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Central Office. The ceremony marks the commencement continue reading : Malaluan assumes as Chairperson together with new TPME members, pledge commitment during Oath Taking Ceremony

A total of 27 Master Mariners took their Oath at the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) on 02 February 2024. The following are the Master Mariners who took their Oath as Harbor Pilots on a specific Pilotage District, to wit: 1. Alexis N. Abarado- Dumaguete 2. Edwin O. Acosta- Butuan 3. Glenn M. Agang-ang- Bohol 4. continue reading : Oath-Taking Ceremony of Successful Harbor Pilot Examinees

In fostering holistic welfare and improving the safety and security of the riding public, the MARINA Regional Office X (MRO 10),headed by OIC Juliet S. Nacion, together with the Maritime Safety Section Head Engr. Ronald Delima attended the first-quarter meeting of the Port and Maritime Management Advisory Council and the Port Security Advisory Committee on continue reading : 2024 Joint 1st Quarter Port and Maritime Management Advisory Council (PMMAC) and Port Security Advisory Committee (PSAC) Meeting in Balingoan