DOTr Sec. Arthur P. Tugade approves issuance of free seaman’s book to 1st time applicants

DOTr chief approves issuance of free seaman’s book to 1st time applicants
Lorenz S. Marasigan January 25, 2022 https://businessmirror.com.ph/2022/01/25/dotr-chief-approves-issuance-of...

Transportation Secretary Arthur P. Tugade said on Tuesday the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has approved the distribution of free seaman’s book to first time seafarers, while granting a 50-percent discount to those who will file for renewal.

“The price of a seamen’s book is around P1,000 to P1,800, depending on where you will get it. For first time seamen, this will be given for free during the term of President Duterte,” he said.

A seaman’s book is used to record sea service on board commercial vessels and fishing vessels. It also contains the information about the vessel as well as the position or rank of its holder.

Duterte commended Tugade for this, along with his other initiatives in helping Filipinos during the pandemic.

“Your resolve to produce results from your work is commendable. You are an ideal worker of government,” President Duterte said in response to the announcement.