Tag page - International Maritime Organization

A speaker addresses the participants of a Maritime Industry Authority (Marina)-led workshop aimed at enhancing compliance and safety in ship recycling across Asia in Manila on Nov. 6, 2024. (Photo: Marina) The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) hosted in Manila a three-day workshop aimed at...

Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo on Thursday, Sept. 28, called for the “responsible use of our oceans” and the implementation of sustainable practices to fight avoid maritime pollution and environmental degradation. A pod of dolphins in the seas off Cateel town in Davao Oriental. (Photo...

Department of Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista (Courtesy of DOTr) The Philippines is seeking for a re-election in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council to further advance and protect the country's marine industry, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) said Wednesday, Sept....

The welfare and needs of Filipino seafarers, such as up-to-date training and certification, must be prioritized by the government if they are to be at par with the rest of the world. (Photo by PCG) This was highlighted by Adm. Artemio Abu, Commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), during the...

The Philippines is expected to gain a "powerful voice" in global maritime policy making after its reelection in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council consisting of 40 members. (Photo courtesy of the London Philippine Embassy/DFA) According to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA),...