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4 days ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
BACOLOD CITY, Philippines — The VMA Global College and Training Center Inc. – Bacolod recently held its commencement exercises for a new batch of maritime professionals ready to contribute to the global shipping industry.
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4 days ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
DP World, in partnership with VIMC Container Lines Joint Stock Company (VIMC Lines), has launched the Mekong Express, a new domestic sea-river transport route connecting the Can Tho (Cai Cui) and Cai Mep ports. Operating twice a week, the barge service reduces transit times of 48 hours by the river ways to just 15 hours via a combination of river and sea routes, a 70-percent improvement.
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1 week ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
A PARTNERSHIP between SeaFam International and Global SME Loans Inc. was signed last May 20, promising Filipino seafarers and their families a powerful lifeline against predatory lending and a clear path to financial independence through entrepreneurial opportunities. This collaboration is set to redefine the post-service lives of seafarers, fostering a debt-free future and solid foundations for sustainable businesses.
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1 week ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
WOMEN are an untapped resource in shipping, accounting for a potential 50 percent of the talent pool, said Mailyn Borillo, managing director of OSM Thome Philippines. "The maritime industry needs to move beyond strategy and embed inclusivity in daily operations," she told The Manila Times. "Awareness must start early in women's careers. There needs to be real support structures around safety, mental and physical well-being, and maternity.
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2 weeks ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
SHIPPING giant A.P. Moller Maersk has furthered its commitment to inclusivity in the maritime industry with the launch of its dedicated "Equal at Sea" campaign. The initiative was unveiled on May 15 at the Associated Marine Officers' and Seamen's Union of the Philippines (Amosup) Hall, coinciding with the International Day for Women in Maritime, underscoring the company's resolute journey towards a more diverse and gender-equal future in global shipping.
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1 month ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
DESPITE its lack of publicity, malaria remains an ongoing epidemic and a perilous threat to seafarers, whose work inherently involves frequent travel. Crews are one of the most susceptible groups to this mosquito-borne disease, which can lead to serious side effects such as fever, muscle pain, convulsions, and in some cases, death. Register to read this story and more for free. Signing up for an account helps us improve your browsing experience. Continue OR See our subscription options.
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1 month ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
THE unexpected imposition of reciprocal tariffs by the United States has sent ripples of uncertainty through global trade, with the Philippine shipping industry bracing for potential disruptions. According to Patrick Ronas, president of the Association of International Shipping Lines (AISL), the announcement came as a surprise and is poised to cause a recalibration of shipping schedules in the near term. Register to read this story and more for free.
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1 month ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar |Genivi Verdejo
THE International Labor Organization (ILO) has brokered an agreement within its Joint Maritime Commission to raise the global minimum monthly wage for seafarers to $690 by January 2026, a 6-percent increase from the current $673 (which took effect in January 2025). This decision, reached during negotiations in Geneva on April 14-15, 2025, is pending formal approval by the ILO Governing Body in November. The agreed terms also include subsequent increases to $704 in 2027 and $715 in 2028.
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1 month ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
A SIGNIFICANT step towards decarbonizing the shipping industry was marked on April 18, with the delivery of the Verde Heraldo, an advanced LNG-fueled Capesize bulker commissioned by JFE Steel Corporation and built by Imabari Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. The vessel's naming ceremony, held at the Saijo Shipyard, saw JFE Steel President and CEO Masayuki Hirose name the vessel Verde Heraldo, meaning "Green Pioneer" in Spanish, a testament to its environmentally conscious design.
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1 month ago | 
manilatimes.net | Carmela I. Huelar
TRANSPORTATION Secretary Vince Dizon warned shipping companies that they will face severe consequences if they continue to overload their vessels for profit, causing significant inconvenience to passengers. The warning was issued after Dizon directed the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), Philippine Ports Authority (PPA), and Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) to issue a show cause order against a Romblon-bound vessel that violated the anti-overloading policy.
