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Philippines marks National Maritime Week 2025 with call to protect oceans
Liz Lagniton September 24, 2025 https://maritimefairtrade.org/philippines-marks-national-maritime-week-2...

Blending tribute with advocacy, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is leading this year’s week-long National Maritime Week — recognizing Filipino seafarers, championing marine conservation, and highlighting the indispensable role of those in the maritime sector.

DMW, NMP to host maritime summit
Yashika F. Torib September 24, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/09/24/business/maritime/dmw-nmp-to-host...

THE Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) are set to host a national Maritime Research, Education, and Training (MRET) Summit as a strategic call-to-action for the urgent challenges hounding the maritime crewing sector.

Bicol Roro operators flag vessel misdeclaration, urge Marina probe
Raffy Ayeng 29 Sep 2025 https://tribune.net.ph/2025/09/29/bicol-roro-operators-flag-vessel-misde...

Marina eyes stiffer penalties for erring shipping firms
Raffy Ayeng 23 Sep 2025 https://tribune.net.ph/2025/09/23/marina-eyes-stiffer-penalties-for-erri...

The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) is considering increasing sanctions and fines for domestic shipping companies that fail to comply with its standards and regulations.

Filipino Crew Members Removed From Carnival Pride Spark Protest
Frank M September 18, 2025 https://cruiseradio.net/filipino-crew-members-removed-from-carnival-prid...

Marina pushes four priority maritime bills
Genivi Verdejo September 17, 2025 https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/09/17/business/maritime/marina-pushes-f...

PAMI files petition vs Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers
Yashika F. Torib https://www.msn.com/en-ph/news/money/pami-files-petition-vs-magna-carta-...

Philippine shipbuilding at risk without local supply chain support, states report
Liz Lagniton September 16, 2025 https://maritimefairtrade.org/philippine-shipbuilding-at-risk-without-lo...

Seafarers, OFWs honored on maritime awareness month
Marita Moaje September 15, 2025 https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1258775

MANILA – Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac honored on Monday overseas Filipino workers, including seafarers, as they embody the country’s archipelagic identity and maritime strength.

Medical evacuation operations at sea - Gqeberha and Durban and a patient assisted on a yacht at Durban Marina
14 September 2025 https://www.nsri.org.za/2025/09/sunday-14-september-medical-evacuation-o...