DMW confirms death of Filipino seafarer aboard cruise ship

DMW confirms death of Filipino seafarer aboard cruise ship
VINCE ANGELO FERRERAS October 30, 2025 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/pinoyabroad/dispatch/964318/dmw-confirms...

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Thursday confirmed the death of a Filipino crew member onboard the passenger cruise ship MV Arvia.

In a statement, the DMW said the seafarer’s cause of death is still under investigation. MV Arvia is operated by P&O Cruises.

“The licensed manning agency that deployed the seafarer reported that the circumstances surrounding the crew member’s death are still under investigation and that they are in ongoing coordination with the vessel owner to ensure a thorough and transparent process,” it said.

The DMW assured that it will extend all necessary support to the bereaved family of the Filipino seafarer.

“The DMW, along with the licensed manning agency, has already notified the family and continues to offer assistance and regular updates on every development of the case,” it added.

The DMW offered its deepest condolences to the seafarer’s loved ones and lamented the seafarer’s death as a loss to the maritime community.

“Our seafarers serve with dedication and bravery in international waters, and we honor their service, professionalism, and sacrifice,” it said.

The DMW added that it remains “committed to protecting the welfare, safety, and dignity of every Filipino worker abroad, especially during times of grief and hardship.” — JMA, GMA Integrated News

DMW: Death of Filipino crew member of cruise ship under investigation
Marita Moaje October 30, 2025, https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1262217

MANILA – The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) assured that the death of a Filipino crew member of MV Arvia, a cruise ship operated by P&O Cruises, is now under investigation.

In a statement on Thursday, the DMW confirmed the death of the Filipino seafarer whose identity is still on hold, as it expressed deep condolences to the bereaved family.

“The licensed manning agency that deployed the seafarer reported that the circumstances surrounding the crew member’s death are still under investigation and that they are in ongoing coordination with the vessel owner to ensure a thorough and transparent process,” the DMW said.

“We join the family in mourning and send our heartfelt sympathies. May our kababayan’s (compatriot’s) soul rest in peace.”

Reports stated that the Filipino crew member died while on board the vessel on Sunday during its voyage from Southampton to Tenerife.

The cruise ship is on a 14-night transatlantic crossing to the Caribbean after leaving Southampton on Friday and is scheduled to arrive in Barbados on Nov. 7.

The DMW said all necessary support is provided to the seafarer's family, including regular updates on every development of the case.

“This loss is profoundly mourned throughout the maritime community. Our seafarers serve with dedication and bravery in international waters, and we honor their service, professionalism, and sacrifice. The department remains committed to protecting the welfare, safety, and dignity of every Filipino worker abroad, especially during times of grief and hardship,” it said. (PNA)