Tag: Philippines

On 8 April, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) assisted in extinguishing a fire that broke out aboard a RoRo vessel during loading operations.

The Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers (Republic Act No. 12021) was enacted on October 11, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the protection and welfare of Filipino seafarers.

On 30 March Castphill XV caught fire while sailing in waters northwest of Limbones Island, Philippines, forcing the crew to abandon ship.

A collision between a Philippine-flagged tugboat M/TUG Sadong 33 and a Panamanian-flagged vessel MV Universe Kiza occurred near Maasim, Sarangani Province, at around 4:20 AM on March 25, 2025, causing the loss of life of two. 

With the enactment of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, new guidelines have been introduced to address key concerns such as third-doctor referrals, judgment execution, and claims handling.

ITF and Philippines signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance mental health and wellbeing training of Fillipino seafarers. 

ICS, LROO & the Maritime Industry Authority of the Republic of the Philippines signed a MoU for seafarer certification systems.

The Manila International Container Terminal (MICT) is expanding capacity and improving terminal efficiency through infrastructure enhancements, equipment upgrades, and digital transformation. 

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. witnessed the signing of the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers on 8 January, three months after the law’s enactment.

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) of Philippines has issued a circular to provide information regarding the mandatory 0.50% m/m sulfur limit on fuel oil for all Philippine-registered ships, effective January 1, 2025.