Manila Times - Shipping

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) said agreements with Belgium and Oman will expand international opportunities for maritime workers. Marina has formalized two major international agreements at the 34th International Maritime …

A FILIPINA second officer found out she was pregnant while working onboard an international conventional vessel. She was unaware of the pregnancy prior to joining the ship and had no …

COLUMBIA Shipmanagement, part of the Columbia Group, has reinforced its commitment to empowering women at sea following the recent She Beyond Conference in Manila. The event brought together female seafarers …

NATIONAL Maritime Polytechnic (NMP), the country’s sole government-owned maritime training and research center, will soon welcome senior high school students under Maritime Transportation Strand from Primona Holy Infant Academy, Inc. …

PHILIPPINES' recent bilateral meetings with Germany, Ghana, Sierra Leone and the Solomon Islands reflect a broader global push to modernize maritime governance, and support the transition to greener shipping. With …

THE Philippines was reelected last Nov. 28 to the IMO Council under Category C for the 2026-2027 biennium, a reaffirmation of its vital role in shaping global maritime policy. The …

THE International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data that showed global air cargo demand hit a new peak in October 2025, rising 4.1 percent year-on-year even as yields continued to …

SHIPPING giant Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) has established a cutting-edge facility that employs transparent pipes to enhance trainees' proficiency in deballasting operations — the process of discharging water to …

HUMAN Rights at Sea (HRAS), a UK-based international organization advocating to protect the rights and welfare of people who work at sea, launched today, Dec. 10, the documentary "Death at …

THE shipbuilding and ship repair (SBSR) industry is emerging as a key driver of economic growth in the Philippines, creating jobs, strengthening domestic capabilities, and boosting the country’s global competitiveness. …

FAST Logistics Group, a leading provider of end-to-end logistics solutions in the Philippines, has opened another crossdock facility to provide an innovative, system-guided solution designed to deliver savings of up …

IN response to the collective appeal of a coastal community in Talim Island, Rizal for accessible and clean water, the joint forces of Quisumbing Torres Law, Waves4Water (W4W) Philippines, 102nd …

CLIA Pouso Alegre, the Brazilian business unit of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), inaugurated the expansion of its Logistics and Industrial Center, connecting the Port of Rio de Janeiro …

THE adoption of digital technologies including artificial intelligence (AI) in shipping is transforming an age-old industry, making it more adaptable, efficient, and sustainable. As these technologies evolve, more applications are …

RESULTS of the National Merchant Marine Aptitude Test (Nammat) conducted last October 2025 in sixteen testing centers show that the ultimate objective of the policy requiring a post-secondary examination for …

THE Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has reported significant growth in cargo throughput as of October 2025, rising 7.47 percent from 244.58 million metric tons in 2024 to 262.8 million metric …

NORTHPORT, operated by International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), is expanding its cargo handling capabilities with the addition of two Konecranes Gottwald ESP 5 mobile harbor cranes (MHCs). The new …

THE Philippines has been successfully elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for the 2026–2027 biennium under Category C. The victory, announced at the IMO Assembly in …

PREGNANCY at sea is an overlooked reality that most in the male-dominated seafaring sector has failed to discuss and address. This was the observation made by the Global Maritime Forum …

THE Bureau of Customs (BOC), the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), and the Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (Philexport) have renewed their collaboration to advance trade digitalization and facilitate …

Read this in The Manila Times digital edition. MAAYO Ship Building and Ship Repairs, Inc. is advancing commercial shipbuilding capacity with the construction of its vessel, Martin 10, at its …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) engaged Danish counterparts to explore collaboration in green shipping, digitalization and seafarer training. Marina continued its series of meetings with international counterparts to identify potential …

TOMORROW is Thanksgiving Day, and although it is not a holiday native to the Philippines, gratitude has always been a central part of Filipino cultural values, so we spend the …

THE International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (Iswan) and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at the Office of the Secretary, Department of …

THE global shipping industry faces a critical challenge as the demand for highly skilled seafarers outpaces the supply, according to Henrik Jensen, CEO of Danica Crewing Specialists. In an interview …

THE local government of Surigao del Norte has welcomed and lauded 2GO’s newly launched Manila-Siargao route, stating that it serves as a milestone in the city’s tourism. Surigao del Norte …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) welcomed a delegation from the Ghana Maritime Authority to its Central Office to discuss maritime education, training and certification, with a focus on the digitalization …

THE Embassy of Japan recently hosted the 49th batch of the Filipino delegates for the Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program (SSEAYP) on Nov. 24, 2025, in a …

FILIPINO seafarers and the local manning industry has generated a total of P1.06 trillion in economic impact, emphasizing its vital role in steering the national economy. A groundbreaking study, the …

A TRIBUTE was paid to the nation's modern-day heroes at the 2025 Bagong Bayani Awards (BBA) ceremony, held in Malacañang on Nov. 20, 2025. This prestigious biennial event, recognizing the …

FILIPINO seafarers are easy to spot in any airport around the world. More than the hefty baggage, they are usually seen lugging around a thick portfolio of travel documents and …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) partnered with Japanese firms to modernize the Philippines’ shipbuilding and repair (SBSR) industry through technology transfer, joint ventures, and workforce development. Marina is strengthening the …

TRAVELING to Siargao used to be an expensive flight from Manila or a long, tedious multi-route sea journey across islands. With the latest route launching of 2GO, the Philippines’ largest …

ONE of the narratives that was passed around after the visit of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to the European Union to seek reprieve on the planned withdrawal of recognition of …

A SWIFT and coordinated response by the crew of a FastCat RORO catamaran averted a potential tragedy early Friday morning when they successfully rescued a fisherman whose boat had sunk …

THE Danish Embassy in Manila, together with the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina), Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA), and Department of Transportation (DOTr), is spearheading an initiative to revitalize the Philippines’ shipbuilding …

ZULAIKA Florin was among the five seafarers from across the world who were shortlisted in the Seafarer of the Year Award, a category for the 2025 Crew Connect Global Awards …

VICTORIA International Container Terminal (VICT), Australia’s fully automated terminal operated by International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), has strengthened maritime links to Asian markets with the upgraded Koala service. The …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) hosted delegates from the Korea Seafarers’ Welfare & Employment Center (Koswec) to provide insights on seafarer certification, training standards, and welfare initiatives aligned with international …

THE NYK Group recently affirmed its strong commitment to human rights, actively participating in a major two-day event in Tokyo hosted by the nonprofit organization Caux Round Table Japan (CRT …

BAR Technologies, a pioneer in wind propulsion and maritime efficiency, has been awarded the 2025 GREEN4SEA-Europort Energy Transition Award in recognition of its commercially proven WindWings technology. The award was …

MITSUI O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. is set to launch in 2026 the Mitsui Ocean Sakura, the latest in its line of cruise ships. MOL said in an official statement that its …

INTERNATIONAL Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) delivered a robust financial performance for the first nine months of 2025, buoyed by global trade recovery and strategic expansion across its terminal network. …

AN uplifting recent development in the country’s maritime industry is the crafting of the Philippine Maritime Strategy (PMS) 2040, a comprehensive roadmap aimed at enhancing maritime governance, aligning national policies …

THE United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (Unctad) highlighted trade’s role in accelerating the low-carbon transition, mobilizing climate finance, and supporting green exports ahead of COP30 in Brazil. Unctad …

PHILIPPINES and Norway have recently joined forces to build an electric hybrid propulsion ferry, an effort to jumpstart the electric ferry industry in the country. The first electric ferry initiative …

THE EU will introduce a unified method for calculating greenhouse gas emissions in passenger and freight transport, creating transparency and a level playing field for operators and consumers. The Council …

CREW Connect Global, the world’s biggest seafaring conference, kicked off yesterday in Metro Manila with hundreds of local and international crewing experts and professionals to discuss key trends impacting the …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) and Brunei’s Maritime and Port Authority reinforced collaboration on shipbuilding, green shipping and seafarer management. Marina hosted officials from Brunei’s Maritime and Port Authority for …

A.P. Moller – Maersk reported third-quarter 2025 earnings of $2.7 billion in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (Ebitda) and $1.3 billion in EBIT, driven by higher volumes, improved …