CHIZ: LONG-AWAITED MAGNA CARTA OF FILIPINO SEAFARERS UP FOR PBBM SIGNING

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September 22, 2024 http://legacy.senate.gov.ph/press_release/2024/0922_escudero1.asp

CHIZ: LONG-AWAITED MAGNA CARTA OF FILIPINO SEAFARERS UP FOR PBBM SIGNING

After over a decade of waiting, the bill that will ensure the protection of the rights and welfare of Filipino seafarers is set to become a law.

PH among top providers of seafarers, ships in the world: PCG

PH among top providers of seafarers, ships in the world: PCG
Michael Delizo Sep 22, 2024 https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/9/26/new-us-visa-application-process-...

MANILA — The Philippines is the fourth largest provider of seafarers and fifth in shipbuilding in the world, a top Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) official said Sunday, as the agency leads the celebration of the 25th National Maritime Week and 29th National Seafarers’ Day.

Philippine Coast Guard salutes Filipino seafarers on National Maritime Week

Philippine Coast Guard salutes Filipino seafarers on National Maritime Week
Vince Lopez September 22, 2024 https://manilastandard.net/news/314500747/philippine-coast-guard-salutes...

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) facilitated the kick-off celebration for the 25th National Maritime Week (NMW) and the 29th National Seafarers Day during an event held Sunday at the PCG national headquarters in Port Area, Manila.

Shipping firm releases training certificates after stude complaints

Shipping firm releases training certificates after stude complaints
Kimberly Anne Ojeda Sep 19, 2024 https://tribune.net.ph/2024/09/18/shipping-firm-releases-training-certif...

Let us celebrate the 29th National Seafarers Day and the 25th National Maritime Week

Let us celebrate the 29th National Seafarers Day and the 25th National Maritime Week
Atty. Dennis Gorecho - September 20, 2024 https://palawan-news.com/let-us-celebrate-the-29th-national-seafarers-da...

The Philippines will be celebrating the 29h National Seafarers Day (NSD) and the 25th National Maritime Week (NMW) this year on September 29, 2024 with the theme with the theme “Marinong Filipino: Ligtas na Paglalayag!”.

Pinoy Seafarer lost leg after misuse of crane on Hays offshore ship, probe finds

Seafarer lost leg after misuse of crane on Hays offshore ship, probe finds
Gary Dixon 19 September 2024

A Filipino crewman needed a leg amputated after colleagues failed to use an offshore ship’s crane correctly.

The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) said the second officer suffered crush injuries on the 15,361-bhp survey and research ship Kommandor Orca (built 2006) at Portland in England on 16 August 2022.

Poor mental health detrimental to seafarers’ career — stakeholder

Poor mental health detrimental to seafarers’ career — stakeholder
Raffy Ayeng Sep 19, 2024, https://tribune.net.ph/2024/09/19/poor-mental-health-detrimental-to-seaf...

Another health concern that should be addressed during a maritime career is the mental well-being of seafarers, in addition to other potential diseases that can hinder the seafaring dream of a Filipino cadet.

South Africa studying PHL model in globalizing maritime labor force

South Africa studying PHL model in globalizing maritime labor force
Chloe Mari A. Hufana September 19, 2024 https://www.bworldonline.com/economy/2024/09/19/622786/south-africa-stud...

SOUTH AFRICA is looking at Philippine maritime industry practices to globalize its own maritime workforce, according to a South African academic.

An unexpected voyage: A former master electrician's path to seafaring

An unexpected voyage: A former master electrician's path to seafaring
Yashika F. Torib September 18, 2024 https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/09/18/business/maritime/an-unexpected-v...

CAN someone become a seafarer without going to a maritime school?

This question spurred Jose Jelly Eledia's career from something he thought would anchor him on land for good to a journey across the high oceans.

Condemnation rains in over Russian strike on Greek bulker in the Black Sea

Condemnation rains in over Russian strike on Greek bulker in the Black Sea
Sam Chambers September 13, 2024 https://splash247.com/condemnation-rains-in-over-russian-strike-on-greek...

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