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HEALTH PLUS ON MAJOR EXPANSION Health Plus took a defining move by transferring to a location more than four times its present facilities. This is in anticipation of major growth of its diagnostic services, welcoming sea-based clients in addition to landbased workers for overseas posting.

President Irene Dabo says it is a pro-active decision to maintain excellent service to current clients and anticipate the bulk of sea-based clients since it is now open to service diagnostic requirements of both government and foreign principals.

Health Plus transferred from its 89 sqm offices at Adriatico & Pedro Gil to posh facilities, all 400 sqm, at the fourth floor of the Solemil building,

1248 Bocobo (corner Padre Faura) on Ermita district, Manila.

This is a well-timed move for Health Plus since the Philippine Government and the local private maritime stakeholders have both expressed serious effort to increase our share of the global maritime manpower from the current 30% to half of the world’s maritime requirement.

Expansion commitment to excellence.

THE COMPANY. Health Plus Diagnostic Clinic was conceived by medical professionals teaming with businessmen to deliver medical services with efficiency and competitive prices resulting from enlightened management of hard-nosed business professionals.

“We cannot serve with usual excellence if we do not expand facilities in anticipation of a major growth in the sector that we serve,” explains the young and dynamic president of Health Plus.

The concept became a juridical entity (a corporation) in June 26, 2011. It shall provide high-quality and reliable

medical health-care services, at the convenience and comfort of clients.

Health Plus is a member of the Association of Medical Clinics for Overseas Workers ensuring the quality of medical examinations within Government criteria for OFWs.

President Dabo, vision with action.

PROFICIENT SERVICES. Pre-employment medical examinations (PEME) are conducted in accordance with internationally ratified Convention.

PEME tries to detect illnesses of seafarers prior to being on-board ships to reduce repatriation resulting in a significant savings in costs and operational time, not mentioning aggravations on ship crewing and vessel schedules.

Medical facilities on cutting-edge technology.

Health Plus provides overseas and local PEME, annual P.E. with complete laboratory examinations, viz: •

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Complete Blood Count (CBC) and typing, routine Urinalysis and stool examinations Hepatitis A, B, C, VDRL / RPR tests, HIV tests Blood Chemistry Test (FBS, BUN, Creatinine, Uric Acid, Trilycerides, Total Cholesterol, SGOT, SGPT

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Pregnancy tests (Urine and Serum) X-ray services (digital X-ray) ECG Optical Services Audiometric Examination Dental Services Referral to Medical Specialist Drug Testing

Health professionals serve with personalized

QUALITY POLICY. Health Plus management is totally committed to providing customers with the highest quality for its health care services at most competitive price to ensure satisfaction.

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MODERN FACILITIES. The transfer was not just for convenience but a major upgrade of services and facilities. Health Plus invested more on reliable, most automated, state-of-the-art test/examinations equipment and facilities.

Service rooms are convenient and discreet, particularly gender privacy on physical examinations. One can readily notice great improvement on the laboratory, drug test area, filmless x-ray machines, dental and optical rooms, nurse station, ECG

COMPETENT STAFF. Health Plus employs highlytrained, service-oriented medical professionals and admin staff.

They are ably supported by known technically-proficient medical consultants/specialists like endocrinologist, ophthalmologist, nephrologist, surgeon, cardiologist, pulmonologist,urologist, gastroenterologist and internal medicine, infectious disease, ct scan and ultrasound specialists.

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The diagnostic clinic is accredited by these institutions: DOH, Department of Health POEA, Philippine Overseas Employment Administration MARINA, Maritime Industry Authority TESDA, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority Embassy of Malaysia

Health Plus is certified and currently implementing an internationallyrecognized quality management system by ISO 9001:2008 under BUREAU VERITAS (U K A S).

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COVER STORY : Dumapias & Shiphaus

The ShipHaus is not just a destination, it is a declaration of community. Capt Dumapias is not just a businessman but a neighbor unchanged by success.

And with the structure as soul and the marine captain as inspiration, tourists visiting the area should “board” the dream with faith in life rather than fancy of things.

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MANNING : MLC Ratified

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SHIPPING : Piracy Demand

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TRAINING: KLMA Hosts Simulation

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MARINA with MARITAS and MAAP – A model of cooperation.

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SEVEN YEARS AND MORE

Editorial Board LYN BACANI Publisher B. CORTES LAGAC Editorial Consultant JHON HENSON ONG Creative Director

Content Critique Commo DANTE JIMENEZ Legal Counsel Atty Manuel Obedoza News and Feature Writers COCA H. STROBAR LIGAYA CABAN EVA TAN

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EVENT : Public Figures at PMMA

Contributors Comm TESS LORA Ms MERLE SAN PEDRO Dr ALICE LAMIGO RAdm ADONIS DONATO Capt RODOLFO ASPILLAGA Capt EDWIN ITABLE Capt Ireneo Delos Santos Atty DENNIS GORECHO

Correspondents ROSVIE CORCUERA MICHIKO LARDIZABAL CHAI CUBILLA Circulation Manager JOMELYN TUD Marketing Assistant JOAMIRICA TUD

September 25, 2005 --- birth of Marino World coinciding with the 10th National Seafarer Day celebrations. Then and through the years, the Marino (Filipino seafarers and ramifications thereof) have been central to our editorial thrust.

As in real life of a seafarer, there are ups and downs, sometimes smooth sailing, sometimes rough when weather and waves throw unpredictable fits. And direct threats to our person and publication.

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Our mission is the lighthouse that guided us away from reefs and shoals.

That belief our little publication may create synergy between government and private sector to better address concerns of local seafarers. Yet, we have to venture out of our comfort zone towards global issues; for our seafarers are in the core of global maritime.

Yes, seafaring itself and the resulting maritime industry are global. We

need to disseminate information from worldwide sources; from Seven Seas and international organizations tasked to set global standards for uniformity and unanimity of protocols.

And in so many forms: as media partners for events, as correspondents between continents. Occasionally, a heart beat for the world to take up the plight of survivors of piracy attacks, labor standards, operational competence.

As we banner issues, we also redefine ourself, our content. We cannot just cut-and-paste reports; we must reflect maturity and wisdom as we inform and educate; not only to entertain but to inspire; not only for attention but to mobilize.

Our readers may see the subtleties of our growth in our enhanced logo and masthead. Small steps like our new website (www.marino-world.com); our digital edition to reach out to more

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seafarers, boardrooms of shipowners, maritime communities in continents.

With available technology and social networking, readers may now elect to subscribe in downloaded print or digital edition. As a come-on, we are giving out one year free digital subscriptions to on-line subscribers.

For those with us aboard, Salamat Po for grasping our hands when the going goes rough, even brutal. We are grateful, you have our resolve to sail on for the well-being of seafarers.

For those who watch, please come onboard to hold the ramparts. Marino World needs you to steady the course towards a horizon bright and blessed for the world’s Marino.

For the Philippines, as it cradles the bold and the competent: that the world hosts our seafarers not because we claim less but because we do more.

DUMAPIAS &

“Do all your work, He is watching you.”

SHIPHAUS by: Coca H. Strobar

“Build a dream and the dream will build you,” writes Robert Harold Schuller, an American religious minister and author of “positive thinking” serial books.

The thought is internalized by Capt.

Gaudencio Tiongco Dumapias, guiding him in his dream to build ShipHaus, now one of the tourist attractions in Bohol.

Fondly described as Noah’s Ark of the new generation, ShipHaus “floats” in the middle of a farming village in Poblacion Norte, Batuan, Bohol.

Constructed in 2006, ShipHaus has attracted local and foreign tourists from Day One. They are intrigued by the location and amused by its Biblical implication. Small wonder they pose before ShipHaus for memento and chitchat back home.

A trivia for garnishing: ShipHaus is a resemblance to a true ship; builder Dumapias is a true and fully documented Merchant Marine Captain and qualified to command a ship in blue waters.

On his own.

ShipHaus is a resident turned tourist destination.

Capt. Dumapias narrates ShipHaus was only for their private purpose; at most, a present for his mother.

The gift was not to be as his mother passed away while construction was on-going.

He designed the structure enhanced by comments from a professional architect. But the mariner supervised everything --- masonry, carpentry, millworks and all. It took five years funding comes solely from his income. No borrowings from friends nor bank loans; the dream shall be build on his own capacity as marine captain.

April 16, 2011 --- a red-letter day being ShipHaus’ inaugurals.

Bohol’s 3rd District Congressman Arthur Yap suggested the house be opened to tourists and the public.

The congressman saw income

Local people nicknames the place “Ba’y Barko” (Visayan phrase for ship house) but it is doing formal business as ShipHaus Simulation Hotel.

Last July 6th, Ms. Korina Sanchez of Rated K, high-rating television series, personally visited the ShipHaus. This was aired July 10th, coinciding with the hard-opening of the facility and making it more popular to a wider clientele.

Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho of GMA 7 also featured ShipHaus and in light vein said the “floating house” may solve the flooding crisis in the Philippines.

“Build a dream and the dream will build you,” - Robert Harold Schuller potential for the town with spin-off enterprises. The solon’s idea was strongly endorsed by Mayor Francisco Pepito and his senor staff on local governance.

Dumapias was initially just amused.

But on deeper evaluation, he accepted the proposal and considered the shift as his humble contribution for the improvement of Batuan town and his fellow Batuananon.

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Amenities, ventures.

Tourist guides and tour agencies are ready to take you to ShipHaus. It takes only two hours from the City of Tagbilaran to the town of Batuan, Bohol.

On your own, go to Tagbilaran City and catch a bus at the Dao integrated bus terminal. Take the Carmen route (where you pass by the Chocolate Hills) to Batuan. As you enter town and just meters beside the church on your right is the ShipHaus.

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For take-homes with the pleasant memories, unique souvenir items are available at reasonable prices.

Dumapias photographs of his cadetship at PMMA and his works and adventures onboard are displayed.

Very soon, a Ship Simulator will be installed --- a super grand way to “maneuver” a vessel, to steer a ship in various weather conditions and in digital real-life harbors.

school and raring to take a merchant marine degree, too.

Gay, the eldest, is pursuing law after a cum laude in Asian Studies.

His wife is retired from teaching but manages the ShipHaus.

Triumph.

The Captain.

Indeed, ShipHaus resembles a ship but it is also a symbol of a seafarer’s accomplishments through determination, hardwork and faith.

The man behind the ShipHaus is a dyed-in-the-wool Boholano, as both his parents are. Dear father is a marginal farmer, mama a public school teacher.

Dumapias had faced pirates and survived; surpassed a collision and collateral legal case. As in a song, he “… faced it all and stood tall… and did it his Way.

He grew up in a shanty, poverty denying him of childhood pleasures.

But the young man has grit: promised himself he will be somebody someday --- with a house that will make a difference.

He says, “.. sa lahat ng bagay na mangyari, everything is under control… Alam ko si Lord dito Siya palagi…gampanan mo lahat ng trabaho mo, binabantayan ka ni Lord.” (In all happenings… I know the Lord is always here. Do all your work, He is watching you.)

When fellow captains are quizzical how he built the ShipHaus now worth P8-million, he simply replies, “Ang success ng seaman hindi lang dahil sa kanya, kundi dahil din sa asawa, sa partner na maaasahan… malaki ang role ng wife at mga anak.” (The success of a seaman is not only of himself but also of the wife, a partner you can rely on… there is a big role for the wife and children).

“A big role for the wife and children.”

Dumapias earned a bachelor degree in Marine Transportation (BSMT) from the State’s Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA).

Tourist destination – an idea from a Congressman.

ShipHaus is a two-storey structure with the parts, areas and equipment of a sailing ship.

Rooms are named after jobs in the ship such as Captain, Chief Mate and Chief Engineer. Overnight at the Captain’s Cabin is only P2,000, airconditioned with a private Jacuzzi.

Other rooms are P1,000/night, nonaircon at only P800. Rooms are for two, but may accommodate more at P100 per bed surcharge.

The roof deck resembles the front of the ship or the deck, a favorite part of visitors for picture taking while pretending at sea. It has also a mini bar ship structure.

Open daily from 8 to 8, entrance fee is only P30 per head. ShipHaus is a romantic venue for film making and wedding receptions. It is also great for educational tours, seminars and workshops.

Admin and service staff are in seaman uniform. Visitors, with a little smile, may borrow reserved uniform for photo ops.

A videoke is available for all, plus the ShipHaus Band, composed of Batuananons who belt a variety, even a bevy of foreign songs in foreign languages.

The Chief Cook is on call to serve special menu or dietary requirement.

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At 34, he became a Master Mariner, one year earlier from his vision to become a Captain at 35 (to continue for 12 years). For a year, he worked as Designated Person Ashore based in Germany but spent most of his life at sea.

He married Jenny, a childhood sweetheart and now a retired teacher.

From renting a small room in San Juan NCR, Capt Dumapias has managed his finances to provide for housesand-lots for each of their children, Gay, Judyson, Junyson and Dulce. The titled properties seem rewards for all of them excelling in their studies.

No regrets in his career, Capt.

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The captain continues, “Hindi naman ako kuripot, magastos pero hindi one day millionaire, after one week, sir pahinging cash advance. Mga tauhan ko sa barko sinasabihan ko pag wala pang pera, wag munang bumili… bakit ka pa mangutang ngayon? Pag wala pang pera, wag pilitin sarili, stay at home,” (I am not a spend-thrift, a spender… (who) after a week asks for a cash advance. I tell my crew when you don’t have money, don’t buy yet.. why incur debt now? If no money, don’t force yourself…)

Friends and peers believe the ethical discipline and financial management of Captain Dumapias and direct household are factors why they won 2011 Model OFW Family of the Year Award (MOFYA) of the National Capital Region sea-based category.

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The Philippines makes it as the 30th member state to ratify the Maritime Labor Convention (MLC), and bring it to force globally.

On August 13th this year, the Senate of the Philippines, unanimously passed Resolution No. 829 concurring and ratifiying MLC 2006.

With 22 senators voting in favour, none against nor abstaining, the said resolution was passed on third and final reading. Philippine laws mandate the Senate (the Upper House of its bicameral Congress) as the sole ratifying body for treaties and conventions.

The instrument of ratification will now be sent to and lodged by the Department of Foreign Affairs with the International Labor Organization (ILO) in Geneva, Switzerland.

Twenty-nine countries so far that have done this and the Philippine act is the 30th by a member state. This makes it to the required minimum number and qualifies MLC to enter into force in 2013.

Early on in the ratification process, the required 33% of total global shipping tonnage had been achieved; easily as ships and tankers are becoming bigger and bigger.

Over the past two years, the maritime world has been anxiously awaiting the attainment of the total number of member states concurring with this Convention.

By a solid unanimity in the Philippine Senate, the archipelagic nation served as the final catalyst for the effectivity and implementation of ILO/MLC. The ratification is an important milestone; fitting that the Philippines completes the cast of 30 it being the world’s leading provider of maritime professionals.

The Philippines, therefore, joins a community of nations that is committed to uplifting the working conditions and general welfare of seafarers.

ILO/MLC addresses a wide range of concerns like shipowners’ responsibilities for the seafarers’ welfare including contractual arrangements, working hours, health and safety, accommodations and catering standards, to name a portion of the tasks.

There is also a requirement for ships to maintain a Declaration of Maritime Labor Compliance.

An important aspect of the Convention is its enforcement by the Flag State Administrations and

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their issuance of the Maritime Labor Certificate after inspection and determination of compliance.

A consequence of the new function is that the Philippines Government breaths closely at its maritime industry for upgrade and compliance. There is important work ahead to complete all efforts under all circumstances for the Philippines to solidify advantages as primary source of able-bodied and qualified maritime professionals for the world’s merchant fleet.

Work began in 2000 at the ILO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland to assemble what is now known as the Magna Carta for seafarers.

The Filipino Shipowners Association (FSA) has been actively involved from the conceptualization, drafting and eventual adoption of MLC 2006, including the subsequent ratification by the Philippines.

But things are only half done as Flag State Administration must ensure MLC requirements are interpreted and applied uniformly. Of course, the FSA will continue to synergize with other industry partners in the global effort.

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LOOKING BEYOND MLC-2006

By F R Chowdhury

Year 2006 was a milestone in the history of ILO. The world community adopted MLC-2006 (Maritime Labour Convention-2006). The Convention put together essential components of all maritime conventions and recommendation so far adopted through ILO. In a way it made a comprehensive document of all fragmented parts and made it more practical for its implementation.

It is hoped that in the usual spirit of cooperation IMO shall encourage the regional MOU and agreements to include MLC-2006 in its PSC (Port State

Finally, I come to the title of this article.

There is a need to look beyond MLC2006. Despite all these developments there are still unscrupulous ship-owners who leave seafarers stranded. Even ships are sometime abandoned with huge backlog of the wages of the seafarers.

They do so when the insurance has run out and their liabilities are well in excess of the value of the ship which is only good for scrap.

These can be seen in countries where there is either no maritime law or they are still very primitive to provide any protection against such activities. Most of these countries have no standard procedure for Port State inspections to keep these sub-standard ships out of their waters. If we do not plug these loopholes, we cannot derive the benefit

IMO and ILO must stress upon the Member States to modernise their legislation by transposing essential ingredients of international conventions to bring them at par with others. The law must clearly state that seafarers shall have a lien against the ship for their wages and other claims.

There must be appropriate legal measures to arrest a ship to recover liens and claims. Port State inspections must ensure that sub-standard ships cannot trade freely. They must also ensure that the ship has enough insurance cover to meet its obligations including removal of wrecks and payment for environmental damage.

These actions will ensure that seafarers are not stranded abroad without their wages, food and water.

Professionals whose government identification cards (IDs) are due for renewal may do so at the chain of SM commercial malls.

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) launched the project last August 6th at the SM Mall of Asia arena auditorium in Pasay City, Metro Manila.

Applications may be filed and renewed IDs claimed any day of the week, within mall hours.

A Memorandum of Agreement was signed between PRC, SM Mart and the Bureau of Treasury under a Public-Private Partnership.

PRC Chairperson Teresita R. Manzala says this e-Services

project is another milestone in the Commission’s upgrade of services.

It may be recalled PRC launched early this year the Online Application System for board examinations. This is to fully computerize frontline operations for the convenience of applicants.

Once the MLC-2006 comes into operation, it must be amended to include a new clause: “Member States shall ensure appropriate legal and administrative procedures are in place for seafarers to take action for recovery of their wages and repatriation back home”.

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Then in 1958 IMO (International Maritime Organisation) came into being.

Though primarily devoted to safety and prevention of pollution but by way of periodical inspections it ensured that seafarers live and work on safer ships. ILO-147 (Minimum Standards Convention) directly refers to such matters. The two UN agencies have been working together for better ships, shipping and seafarers.

On this day of the seafarers, I call up on all Member States to kindly protect and promote the rights and privileges of the seafarers, a community that does so much good to the human society. Please do not deprive them of shore leave on the plea of the security. Shore leave is so vital for the wellbeing of the seafarers.

Please also develop recreational facilities near to your seaports for the seafarers from home and abroad. Such facilities, if made accessible to other tourists may even prove profitable.

National tourism organisation may come forward if encouraged by ministry of shipping and ministry of labour. I also call up on all unions and associations to arrange for meetings and seminars in your respective countries and bring all parties together to turn into reality such projects. It will enhance national pride and image apart from providing the seafarers with much need recreational facilities.

of MLC-2006.

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As it happens in every business, many owners try to deprive employees of their legitimate rights. It was more so in case of shipping because the seafarers mostly remain outside the national jurisdiction. It started changing gradually ever since the creation of ILO (International Labour Organisation) in 1919. From time to time ILO came with international standards for shipboard living conditions, hours of work, mandatory employment agreements, minimum wages, health and hygiene for seafarers.

Control) inspections. The compliance of IMO and ILO Conventions shall ensure that safer ships operate around the world with due regard to the environment and seafarers can work with respect and dignity. This will have ultimate success only when there is full understanding and cooperation at respective national level between the sectors of the administration looking after maritime and seafarers matters.

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25th June every year is now being celebrated as a Day of Seafarers.

International sea borne trade has a tremendous contribution in the development of trade, commerce, agriculture, industry, tourism, education, culture, science and technology. As a matter of fact, this world would not have been what it is today without shipping. Seafarers remain away from near and dear ones to serve at sea and keep the wheel of shipping turning. As a community the seafarers need to be remembered for their contributions.

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When they are on leave or on vacation, OSM (has the) OSM extended health insurance to cover all our seafarers and their families with life and health insurance even for a maximum US$1-million... All these extraordinary benefits…in effect the essence of a permanent employment...,” says Donato.

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Cozy space.

Chairman Larsen beams as President Donato, Counsellor Okstad and Deputy Administrator Casco cuts the ribbon for the Seaman’s Lounge

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seaman’s lounge was recently opened for crew and seafarers of OSM Maritime Servic es, a manning agency outstanding for its welfare program to seafarers.

The project was conceptualized by its Chairman, Mr. Bjorn Tore Larsen, and in operations last 22 August at the second floor of its offices at VNP Building, Pedro Gil street, Ermita, Manila.

Chairman Larsen recalls, “I’m travelling a lot…some airlines call me a loyal customer, others call me a difficult customer… but anyway, most of these airlines , they have some sort of loyalty scheme and one of these scheme is that you have access to a lounge. …if this airlines who I tried to be a difficult customer… really want to take care of me, why don’t OSM express the same type of gratitude to our seafarers, so this is basically the idea of the lounge, it’s a symbolic way to show how OSM appreciate people that really constitute OSM,” continues Mr. Larsen.

believe that we could create a company. But we did it, and we did it not because of me but because of Caloy and its team onboard that went onboard that very first ship,” reminisces the current chairman. (“Caloy” is Carlos Mendoza, then a messman and now Family Welfare and Development manager.)

Extra-ordinary.

The seaman’s lounge is just in addition to the exceptional benefits that the seafarers of OSM are already enjoying.

OSM Maritime Services President RAdm Adonis Donato recounts the benefits to its seafarers and their families in line with the company’s philosophy to regard their seafarers

not just as mere contract workers but as company employees.

The 600 sqm OSM seaman’s lounge is a pleasant waiting area, a place to relax while seafarers are transacting business with OSM offices.

“They’re really the most important assets of our company… In fact here in the Philippines, the seafarers are contributing significantly to the economic wellbeing of the country, through their foreign remittances amounting to more than US$4-billion in a year.

There is a television set and current newspapers, various interest magazines along comfortable sofa. The Internet kiosk has Wifi access, allowing electronic games between colleagues in the game room. User-friendly and family-oriented, the seaman’s lounge has a kids area.

The government has pronounced the OFWs… the country’s modern heroes.

OSM in its part, in our desire to provide a long-term employment and job security to our seafarers, came out with a pension plan or retirement pay to both our officers and ratings when they reach 60.

Fully air-conditioned with hotel ambiance, snacks are served for free.

Former OFW Arch. Ion Uy confesses she was really inspired working on the lounge project as it is dedicated to seafarers.

Allan Falkenberg, Managing Director of OSM Ship Management Pte. Ltd.

Larsen sharing thoughts

(ROHQ) commended Uy’s work and the administration department headed

by Ms. Rebecca.

are among the guests who graced the inauguration and blessing of the seaman’s lounge.

“Thanks to the people who have worked in order to make this thing happen… Arch. Ion Uy has worked 24-7. Fantastic work! These two ladies are might not be very high in terms of height, however, in terms of energy and work load..very impressive…” exalts Falkenberg.

“Nothing beats the human factor and I think OSM proves that today.

As we know the life of a seafarer is by no means an easy one. In order to operate the ships on which global economy and progress depends, the needs to be alert, highly trained …and most importantly motivated.

Top honchos.

Let me also congratulate OSM for being always on showing how friendly a workplace can be. Today you showed that you are true team builder…

Knut-Are S. Okstad, Counsellor of the Royal Norwegian Embassy; Deputy Administrator Liberty Casco of POEA; Capt. Erik Blom, Managing Director of the Norwegian Training CenterManila; Mr. Epifanio Joaquin, President of the Consolidated Training System

Finally, let me also say that Philippine development in the international maritime …. is not a coincidence.

Quality people including seafarers has been a key to this country’s competitive development,” continues Okstad.

MLC into force.

OSM is one of the first companies already certified compliant to the MLC 2006. The company has started orienting its seafarers on the provisions of the Convention since last year.

“Philippines has always been a very important part of OSM. This is where we started, this is where we got our first ship …in 1991… at that time we were a small company.

Donato is quoted jubilant on the recent ratification by the Philippines of the MLC 2006, the 30th nation to do so and the number needed to make the Convention enter into force.

We didn’t have any resources, whatsoever, we have no money, we have no ships, we have no background, I was 22 years old and who would

Donato more to come

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A DEPARTMENT OF MARITIME AFFAIRS contracts (POEA) can be done in one agency. This may be named the National Seafarers Administration (NSA) which would fully address and satisfy the various requirements in the processing of seafarers for deployment on board.

Executive Order 75 is a welcome presidential policy directive, with major impact to the Philippine manning industry and, more particularly, to Filipino seafarers.

Because of this EO, the Philippines is now able to address the perennial question of who or which is the government agency primarily responsible for the implementation of the STCW Convention requirements, including subsequent amendments.

It has to take the possible combined sanctions of the STCW Manila Amendments and the EMSA threat to pressure our government to resolve this bureaucracy problem.

The good news for our seafarers is the designation of a Single Maritime Agency responsible for the implementation of STCW provisions.

Hopefully, that Agency will house inclusively the issuance of Seafarers ID and Seaman’s Book, and the issuance of STCW Certificates (from COP from MTC and COC for Ratings from TESDA).

However, the COR/COC for Officers are still under the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) by provision of a law. Hence, such function cannot yet be transferred to DOTC/MARINA without amending such law.

Meantime, marine officers need to apply and secure licenses/COCs from PRC. Of course, the situation does

ON THE BRIDGE WING not fully satisfy the requirements of the STCW for a Single Maritime Administration for complete supervision and oversight in the implementation of STCW provisions.

Nevertheless, the EO 75 is a very positive start in the government effort to rationalize maritime administration in the country. This could very well be a springboard in the envisioned integration of maritime education, of CHED, of PRC issuance of COCs for officers, and others.

Then maybe, the long-time clamor of seafarers to have a one-stop shop for professional or technical skill certification (MARINA -PRC) including the processing of employment

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When the envisioned NSA has been established, it can now be one of the major government bureaus or agencies, alongside other maritime agencies like the Commission on Maritime Education (CMED), Ports Authority (PPA) and the Coast Guard (PCG).

All these are now viable anchored on EO 75, a presidential direction for agencies to synergize among each other. We are of the opinion the congruence answers the longtime clamor for the creation of the Department of Maritime Affairs (DMA) that would boost the economic progress of the Philippines as a maritime tiger in Asia and the Pacific.

 RAdm. Adonis Donato is a director of Filipino Association for Mariner’s Employment (FAME). A topnotcher of PMMA’s Class ’67, he served as President of the Masters and Mates Association of the Philippines (MMAP) for six years.

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Filipino mariner and his crew gallantly rescued two Italian seafarers from their sinking seacraft. This act of selfless bravery was recently recognized by an international maritime organization of the United Nations.

Captain Ely C. Sinoy, master of M/V Daio Azalea, received a letter of commendation from Koji Sekimizu, Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The captain was given an Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea by the IMO Council during its 2012 convention last June in London, England.

Ambassador Enrique A. Manalo, Philippine Permanent Representative to IMO, says “The recognition given to Captain Sinoy and his crew once again demonstrate that Filipino seafarers are not only world-class but are also willing to risk their lives to rescue victims of maritime accidents.”

Early Wednesday morning of May 11,

2011, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) rescue personnel received notification from rescue authorities in Rome that the catamaran Stella Cometa suffered a broken mast and was taking on water 900 miles east of Boston, USA. The USCG alerted the Panamanian flagged M/V Daio Azalea which was then the nearest seacraft, about 28 miles from the stricken sailboat.

Arriving on the scene at dusk, Capt.

Sinoy and his crew discovered that the sailing vessel had already sunk. The two crew members were adrift only in a life raft, tossed by sharp waves of the rough seas stirred by strong gale wind of Force 9.

On Capt. Sinoy’s command, Daio Azalea crew immediately began the rescue operation. One of the sailors suffered head injury that rendered him immobile for sometime. But the rescue efforts continued and after almost four hours in inclement weather, the two Italian yatchsmen

were boarded to safety.

Sinoy is the fourth recipient of this IMO Award, following three other Filipinos.

Lt. Commander Vanessa Anne I. Garon and Ensign Maria Alexandra I. Garon of the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary were cited in 2009 for their role in searching for victims of the capsized M/V Princess of the Stars.

Captain Jeffrey J. Federigan, master of M/V Delmas Nacal, received this award for evading the capture of his vessels by Somali pirates in 2011.

Filipino sea marshals Coast Guard Petty Officer Second Class Samuel B. Boniol, Navy Petty Officer Third Class Anifer S. Bucao, Navy Seaman First Class Oliver S. Cogo, and Police Senior Police Officer Loreto F. Justo also received in 2010 the IMO certificates of commendation for their role in the safe disembarkation of passengers from the ill-fated M/V Super Ferry.

PAY RISES ACROSS MARITIME SECTOR

The latest Faststream Maritime Employment Review shows that despite shipping industry woes, salaries across the sector continue to rise.

Based on the responses of 4,000 shipping professionals working in all the main shipping centres as well as seafaring officers worldwide, the survey by specialist maritime recruiter Faststream shows that half of the respondents reported a 5% + salary rise over the past 12 months.

However, 30% of seafarers reported a decrease in salary.

Other key findings of the survey: •

Average salaries for Master Mariners working on passenger

vessels remain the highest at $153K; •

Benefit packages offered by ship management companies have caught up with those on offer from shipowners;

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Asia based ship operators and shipbrokers are 20% better paid than their European counterparts;

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9% of shore based shipping professionals reported a salary drop in 2012; and

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Officers who move from sea to shore after 6-10 years at sea can expect a significant rise in income over their career

Faststream Group CEO Mark Charman comments, “Even though the shipping industry is being buffeted by poor

vessel earnings, rising costs and ever more stringent regulations, salaries continue to rise. The sector suffers from a skill shortage and the pool of highly qualified people continues to shrink. This is both the legacy of a lack of training in the 1980s during the previous downturn and the often perceived low status of jobs in the shipping industry.”

Faststream Recruitment Group is a specialist international recruiter operating within the maritime sector.

Established in Southampton, UK in 1999 by Mark Charman, the business has enjoyed year-on-year growth and now operates from offices in The Americas and Asia and employs over 80 recruitment professionals.

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MARITIME OFFICERS NEEDED

By Michiko Lardizabal

The Philippine manning sector must step up recruitment of competent Filipino officers. The global maritime community is reeling on shortage of officers.

The gap is confirmed by Nini Lanto, Director of Pre-employment Services, Overseas Employment Administration (POEA). She says there is wide prospect for Filipino seafarers on vacancies due retirement of European and Japanese marine officers.

Manning sector sources estimate that the Philippines will need to produce about 24,206 new officers by 2015 or an equivalent of 4,841 per year. The Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO) projects an annual increase of 2.3 percent in the number of ships of the world’s fleet.

This means a steady annual increase in the demand for seafarers to man these ships.

According to BIMCO and International Shipping Federation (ISF) estimates, there are roughly 1.37 million seafarers worldwide, composed of 624,000 officers and 747,000 ratings.

Philippines is one of the biggest producers and suppliers of seafarers, alongside China, India, and several European countries.

A significant increase in the seafarer supply was registered in China, Philippines and Indonesia from 2005 to 2010. Similar increase was likewise noted in some Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries such as Canada and Scandinavian countries.

The shortage of marine officers was attributed to Ratings unable comply with the required training and deficiency in the required sea service. There is also a shortage of instructors who are enticed by higher paying jobs abroad.

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To generate the needed supply of Philippine marine officers, the manning industry requires that the maritime education and training (MET) sector prepare

qualified cadets as long -term source of officers.

This year, the POEA started to roll the ball on the Cadetship program by convening the Maritime Industry Tripartite Council – Overseas Seafaring Committee for the formulation of a Standard Cadetship Agreement between cadets and foreign employers.

The Cadetship Program will provide aspiring marine officers opportunities to train at sea on board ocean going vessels to comply with the requirements for taking marine licensure examinations.

The Philippine government had already ratified the Seafarers Identity Document Convention for implementation of the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA). The ratification of this International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention ensures the continuous employment of Filipino seafarers and facilitate their entry into countries for shore leave and when transiting to and from their vessels.

The Instrument for the Ratification of the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 has already been signed by President Aquino and

recently ratified by the Senate of Congress.

The Convention ensures working conditions for our seafarers.

Generating and maintaining a steady supply of Filipino marine officers entail ensuring adequate stock of competent seafarers who meet the required competences under the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention which sets the minimum education and training competency standards for global shipping industry.

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“Attaining Standards of Performance Via Assessment & Training”

OUR SERVICES Assessment In House Training IMO Model Courses Training Cadetship Training Program Tanker Officer Training Standards (TOTS) Ship Owner’s and Seafarer’s Portal Database E-Learning Management System (On-line Assessment & Training) Career Development Plan (upgrading to higher rank)

Through cooperation with regional and international authorities, Sea Marshals is able to give its onboard teams and captains live piracy alerts with range estimation and threat levels.

The company has transferred its Operations Centre to larger premises in Cardiff to accommodate its growing team of security consultants. The unit is staffed year-round, 24/7 alert manned by expert personnel with Naval or Army backgrounds and experience in planning and tracking.

Sea Marshals operates a complete maritime security service using fully qualified armed and unarmed security teams in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean and Gulf of Oman.

Advanced notification systems, monitored 24 hours a day, enable operations centre staff to warn ship owners and operators and give route guidance.

The company uses only government approved weapons of European Union origin which the new computer system tracks by the serial number. Weapons are selected for each mission based on regulations in the countries where embarking and disembarkation will take place.

Sea Marshals has also introduced a custom-built computerised system to facilitate direct contact with its teams onboard vessels in high risk areas like the Gulf of Aden. The new system allows for automated location tracking of vessels, weapons and personnel.

The anti-piracy moves of SOS SaveOurSeafarers gathered strength with the official report of the British House of Lords Select Committee for External Affairs which contains a series of recommendations on how to curb piracy off the coast of Somalia.

ACCREDITATION 1) MARINA STCW Administration Division (formerly MTC) a. IMO Model Course 1.07 (Radar Navigation, Radar Plotting and Use of ARPA) b. IMO Model Course 1.22 (Ship Simulator and Bridge Teamwork) c. IMO Model Course 2.03(Engine Room Simulator) d. MARPOL Consolidated I-VI e. Management Level Course (MLC-Deck) 2) POEA a. Anti Piracy Awareness Seminar ON-GOING ACCREDITATION 1) Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) a. Practical Assessment for SSBT b. Practical Assessment for ERS 2) MARINA STCW Administration Division (formerly MTC) a. IMO Model Course Operational Use of ECDIS b. Management Level Course (MLC-Engine)

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Sea Marshals, the international maritime security specialist, has expanded its UK Operations Centre with the latest tracking technology to guard vessels under its protection.

Thomas Jakobsson, Chief of Operations, says, “This bespoke system was developed specifically for Sea Marshals. It is really world class software developed in-house to meet the business and customers’ needs. We are delighted that it enables us to provide first-rate communications between our Operations Centre and vessels under our protection, enabling us to keep captains up to speed with updates of threats in the area their vessel is transiting in.”

All embarkation and disembarkation points are approved by local officials and supported by local governments.

To achieve P&I club and flag state approval, the company supplies the serial number of the weapons it plans to use in good time before embarking.

ENGLAND SUPPORTS SOS ON ANTI-PIRACY

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SEA MARSHALS EXPANDS OPERATIONS

These include the continued use of naval warships to tackle piracy under EUNAVFOR’s ongoing anti-piracy operations, Operation Atalanta.

SOS Chair Alastair Evitt reacts, “We wholeheartedly welcome the Committee’s acknowledgement of the significant impact Operation Atalanta has had in reducing the number of pirate attacks, and its recognition that under current political conditions in Somalia, any reduction in effort will quickly result in a renewed upsurge of pirate activity.”.

Evitt continues, “We fully support the recommendation that combined operations should be extended beyond 2014. The international community must continue to send out a clear message of its ongoing commitment to combating piracy off the Somali coast, in the Gulf of Aden and in the Indian Ocean. We also welcome the Report’s recognition of the importance of international naval co-operation…”

The Committee report has been interpreted as an acknowledgement of SOS’s campaign›s key objectives - the need to improve the prosecution of pirates, and to look at long-term landbased solutions to eradicating the root causes of this problem.

The SOS Chair is emphatic, “A strong naval presence and effective steps to prosecute suspected pirates are vital in

ensuring a long-lasting solution to tackle this threat.”

The advocacy.

SOS SaveOurSeafarers is the biggest grouping of the international maritime industry with 30 organisations joined together to raise awareness of the human and economic cost of piracy using approaches to politicians and industrial leaders at the highest level.

It started operation in March 2011. Over 120,000 visits to its website from 192 countries and over 32,483 letters sent to governments worldwide.

Its main aims are to resolve the piracy problem off Somalia; to see piracy deterred, defeated and eradicated; to stop seafarers being tortured and murdered.

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Action Group (J.P.A.G) and you have to follow by our law to return back your vessel and crew safely.” begins the memo.

Great turn-over, without taxes nor bargaining on employee benefit package.

The business tone belies the violent reality. As of early August, armed Somali pirates hold more than 170 hostages and were responsible for 35 deaths in 2011 alone, reports IMB.

hy not, for an “industry” that costs the world some $7-billion in ramson.

And that’s just for Year 2011, reports the International Maritime Bureau (IMB).

The “formal” demand comes from Jamal Faahiye Culusow of the Pirate Action Group (PAG) and signed by a Commander Jamal.

He presents himself as a fully authorized representative of PAG, operating as JPAG, a “subsidiary” complete with a “corporate seal” of a skull and crossed swords.

As reported by Reuters wire services, there is even a cover sheet on the paperwork with content stating, “Having seen when my Pirate Action Group (P.A.G) had controlled over your valuable vessel we are saying to you Company/ Owner welcome to Jamal’s Pirate

Shipowners may insure against piracy, just as anything may be insured if willing to pay the premium. Among that small group of risktakers are Travellers, Chubb and AIG which offer coverage against “kidnap and ransom.”

A shipowner looking to insure a single transaction can now get $5-million in coverage for anywhere from $3,000 to $5,000 assuming the ship has armed guards.

Often, one gets a discount on war premium if with coverage against piracy. The insurers take over negotiations when ransom is demanded.

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That means negotiating for how much, how and when the money is paid. Jamal provided the shipowners a breakdown of the value of the tanker, the oil in it and the worth of the crew in his opinion, presenting a final demand figure for owners to consider.

It seems surrealistic but, “… if they present themselves and behave as someone who will live up to their commitment to give us the package in good condition, we are much more likely to go ahead and pay the ransom easily and efficiently,” admits Derek S.T. Baldwin, director of worldwide operations for IBIS International which operates in 45 countries.

Interpol nor Internet could not tag any label on Jamal, even his legal status.

Therefore, we are content to take as “good news” that piracy is receding.

IMB reports 69 hijacking by Somali pirates between January 1 to July 12, down 32% year-on-year as business stats go.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE AND SUCCESS

MPCF FOUNDATION AND A BIRTHDAY A double celebrations, one for the gift of life; the other for success in life.

and Mrs. Nimpa Valdez-Jimenez, Board Secretary.

Yes, the first for the 60th birthday of President Commo Dante La. Jimenez; and the other, the 27th Founding anniversary of the Legaspi campus of Mariners’ Polytechnic Colleges Foundation (MPCF).

The inspiring theme was, “Mariners’ @ 27: Continuously Providing Quality Education and Service to Bikolanos”

The two-day celebrations last August 3rd and 4th at MTCF campus in Rawis, Legazpi City, Albay, was led by the Jimenez Family. Members sit as trustees of the policy board, with Mrs. Eliza Lazaro Jimenez as Chairperson Emeritus.

Dr. Marilissa Jimenez-Ampuan is Chairperson; Ms. Evita Lazaro Jimenez, Vice Chairperson; Mrs. Merle JimenezSan Pedro, Executive Vice President; Dr. Gabriel Lazaro Jimenez, Auditor

President Jimenez underscores the institution’s mission to the community despite the adversities.

He recalls, “All of these started with a simple yearning to share one’s expertise to the Bikolano youth.

Emboldened by a vision of a great maritime educational institution in Bicol, our beloved Commodore Jaime C. Jimenez Sr. founded the Legazpi Campus of Mariners’ Polytechnic Colleges Foundation in 1985.”

“The 27 years that passed have not

Friends and Family: fuel Commo. Jimenez at 60

been all smooth sailing. Our institution experienced storm after storm, testing our collective dedication to our common vision. We have successfully weathered and victoriously survived the seemingly insurmountable storms, with the words of our Founder serving as a clarion call, “I am not afraid of storms, for I know how to sail my ship.” We were not afraid, we have prevailed and we have steered Mariners’ forward.

Constant progression.

The Foundation Day also showed MPCF relentless developments with the inauguration of its newly-constructed, renovated and expanded buildings and facilities, viz: JCJ engine control room, an expansion of one span second floor mock-up engine control room housed ay Marine Engineering Laboratory Building with 36 sqm floor area Engr. Jaime Jimenez Engineering Building II, a newly-constructed two-storey building with 10 classrooms exclusive for Engineering Department with separate male and female comfort rooms in each level with 949 sqm floor area.

Eliza’s Dormitory, a renovated and expanded Mariners’ Annex Dormitory with a mess hall of 347.50 sqm floor area to house 50 scholars and the CGAOTC (Coast Guard Auxiliary) office, a band room, carpentry shop, electrical and mechanical shop and shielded metal arc welding shop with 245 sqm floor area.

Recognition.

Public officials chorused in acknowledging MPCF great contribution in the region.

Albay Governor Joey Salceda leads the recognition by noting, “This year’s theme is in consonance with our

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Capt. Tenorio unveiling a growth marker for MPCF

aggressive desire to make education accessible to all Albyanons, particularly the marginalized sector. We have a common belief that investment in human development is the best strategy to alleviate the sad plight of our less fortunate constituents.”

Legazpi City Mayor Carmen Geraldine Rosal adds, “As an institution, MPCF has considerably promoted quality education and training thereby advancing the local government educational programs and advocacies…

Successful mariners are found worldwide manning ocean seagoing vessels, occupying HRM supervisory positions abroad, handling radio operations work, customs brokers and tourism officers.”

CHED Region V Director Dr. Freddie Bernal observes, “In fact, the PRC Board Passers and Alumni of the college, top performing instructors/professors and service awardees, are a concrete “harvest” out of the school’s dedication to maintain the standards it has set for itself.”

“I can proudly say that MPCF is the only maritime institution in this region that provides quality education and produce competitive seafarers, hence, at this juncture, I declare with finality that, MPCF is the most prominent and most unshakeable maritime institution in the Bicol Region,” asserts MARINA Region V Director LucitaTuazon-Madarang.

More than honors - a family love

for a traditional lunch. The celebrations continued with the awarding ceremonies for the school alumni Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) board examinations passers; service awardees, top performing faculty members, graduate studies and age program grantees.

President’s Night.

President Jimenez was surprised with performances by employees from MPCF Legazpi and Camarines Sur campuses and the Unlad Manila Global Manpower Management and Unlad Shipmanagement, the latter two being Manila-based sister companies.

His wife and three daughters, a nephew and nieces also belted special song.

Dante’s sister Evita says “The performances reflected what Dante is to us; the Hawaiian, for he is joy to us; the traditional dance, reason we lasted this long for Dante is very traditional; the song numbers by the MPCF-Legazpi unravel his virtues as an advocate, a fighter, very creative person and penchant to singing.

We are all here, celebrating Dante’s birthday not only as a senior citizen but opening another decade in your life… summarizing the life, we try to look

back and say what am I, how do I come up with myself, how you will remember me… traditional, very family, very joyful, very creative and most of all a fighter…

Dante, we share with you all our prayers and all our love from my family,” reflects Evita.

The doctor Marilisa adds: “To our dear Commo. Jimenez, I wish you of the best of health, I know you would have to face another challenge in your life and please continue the legacy which he has started, of our Daddy and Mommy is still with us. You know our parents have been our inspiration all throughout the years. They have really taught us a lot of very good virtues…continue that and I believe we will be able to move forward.”

The Chair of the Board of Trustees proudly claims a common achievement for the family: “Our best graduates are posted all over the world. But you know the price of legacy left by our founding president, carried by our brother and sisters and we’ll have to bring that to all Bicolanos.

My dear brother, I wish you good luck, more years, more health…I know your advocacy, continue your advocacy, we are just at your back! God bless you, we love you so much!”

What more can a man wish for?

“The Philippine Coast Guard organization has also took cognizance of MPCF’s pioneering act in the field of Coast Guard Auxiliary Officers’ Training Course, the first of its kind in the Philippine education system, satisfying the course requirement for the National Service Program (NSTP),” declares Coast Guard Bicol District Commander Commo. Joel Garcia.

Family.

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VERITAS INJECTS $2-MILLION ON ECDIS TRAINING Veritas Maritime Training Center has injected $2 million on state-of-the-art equipment and facilities for advance training of Filipino seafarers.

board. That is why officers must be trained on the specific equipment, he adds.

Veritas Chairman Gregory Galanakis is confident on investing in the Philippines, bullish on the success of the offering of the Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS).

“We are proud to see our training center entering the market with state-of-the-art full mission dual bridge simulator, the full mission engine simulator working in integration with the Bridge one and three.

Galanakis observes that Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) equipment, automatic identification system, electronic charts are already part of seaman’s life on board. Thus, the critical need for advance training on these.

Veritas is the only training center in the world to offer all three (the Transas, the Japan Radio Company (JRC) and very soon the Furuno ECDIS specific training) -- enabling us to cover almost 90% of the entire commercial fleet … with Filipino officers,” he adds.

“The total investment exceeds US$2million that includes the simulators and the building. We are focusing on ECDIS training because it will become mandatory by January 1, 2017,” he notes.

The company may set up its Furuno ECDIS specific simulator by the end of October, targeting the installation of six Furuno simulators.

Last July 6 , Galanakis led the inauguration of its new training facility in Makati City.

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ensure core expertise on ECDIS specific training for Furuno simulator.

Veritas currently has three simulators; the full mission bridge simulator, the full mission engine simulator and the liquid cargo handling simulator.

The LPG simulation training may be added soon.

Veritas also plans to expand the JRC simulator training in Cebu.

He cites 53 students took the intensive two-day JRC simulation training last May costing only $480, a bargain for its professional benefits. Veritas is fully prepared to as many as 1,000 students annually.

In an aside, Galanakis welcomes the transfer of maritime functions of the Maritime Training Council to Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) as a positive move for the Filipino training sector.

“The marine world focuses on the Filipinos. We wish to see them taking advance training. We can assure the industry that their seaman’s training is in our safe hands,” he ends.

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The Philippines earned the honors of being the venue of the 12th Asian Conference on Marine Simulator and Simulation Research, or ACSMSSR. The K-Line Maritime Academy (KLMA) takes primarily role in hosting on authority of the International Organizing Committee (IOC). It was held last August 2nd and 3rd at KLMA building at the Coral Way Drive Central Business Park, Pasay City in Metro Manila.

This annual conference started as the “Korea-Japan Workshop on Marine Simulator and Simulation Research” which was held in Busan, Korea (2001).

Next was Tokyo, Japan (2002); then Busan, Korea (2003); Tokyo, Japan (2004); Daejeon, Korea (2005); Haiphong, Vietnam (2006).

The seventh conference was held in Busan, Korea (2007) and has extended the range of participants from Japan and Korea to all Asian countries. The following conferences were held in Hiroshima, Japan (2008), Daejeon, Korea (2009), Keelung, Taiwan (2010) and Kure, Japan (2011) High caliber.

Maritime professionals came in from Southeast Asia like Japan, Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, even as far as Norway.

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The 55 participants were immersed with 23 study papers, researched from major Asian countries covering marine simulator and assessment, ship maneuverability, navigation and equipment, training for mariner, and training on human factors.

Senior Managing Executive Officer Capt. Masami Sasaki shares, “One of the basic corporate principles of “K” Line Group is to pursue diligent efforts for safety in navigation and cargo operations as well as for environmental preservation.

Presenters from Japan are from Japan Coast Guard Academy, Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha and Kawasaki Kisen Training Center.

Capt. Sasaki continues, “We at “K” Line fully believe and support that effective education and research with the use of modern simulation systems can greatly reduce maritime accidents and marine pollution.”

Participants from Korea include Korea Maritime University (Busan); Korea Ocean Research Development Institute, Changwon National University, GMT e Navigation Software Development Firm, Hyundai Merchant Marine Company Ltd., Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology (KIOST), and Korea Institute of Maritime and Fisheries Technology.

Presenters from other Asian countries include National Cheng Kung University, (Taiwan), National Taiwan Ocean University (Taiwan), Barombong Merchant Marine College (Indonesia); Vietnam Maritime University and the Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific MAAP (Philippines).

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STCW & EO 75.

Guest of honor Atty. Nicasio Conti, OIC Administrator of Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) sees ACMSSR as a very important conference.

Atty. Conti reasons it is an opportune time for the Philippines to convey to the global maritime community the recent changes in its implementation of the Manila Amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) for seafarers.

He expounds, “… the Philippines being the major supplier in terms of educated, qualified and competent seafarers need to enhance the education and training of our people.

“ACMSSR goes in line with KLMA’s Corporate Vision of being a proactive and strategic link in the continuous education and development of globally competitive Seafarers of the K-Line Group.”

Pursuant to STCW, as amended, the use of marine simulator is mandatory for training and assessment purposes.

STCW competence tables stipulate that training with the use of marine simulators is one of the means to acquire competence and as well as to demonstrate the competence required by our seafarers.

Indeed this gathering is very informative… and very timely to the MARINA considering … Executive Order No. 75 (by) President Benigno Aquino III. The Philippines strongly supports the objective of the IMO… and seeks to participate actively in the promotion of general welfare of seafarers and in the development of international policies that are geared towards safety of navigation and protection of the marine environment.”

Corporate vision.

KLMA Philippines President Capt.

Edgardo Baratang underscores “… this Conference will provide a good opportunity for maritime educators, researchers and experts … to exchange knowledge and experiences in the effective use of marine simulators for education, training and research studies.”

Capt. Baratang adds, “Maritime simulator and simulation has been becoming the important tool for promoting the maritime education and training, research in maritime technology and an effective tool in evaluating the navigational environment. Hosting conferences like the ACMSSR goes in line with KLMA’s Corporate Vision of being a proactive and strategic link in the continuous

education and development of globally competitive Seafarers of the Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd. (“K” Line) Group.”

Asian force.

Prof Hiroaki Kobayashi, Chairman of ACMSSR IOC underscores, “Recently most of mariner and maritime activities are activated in Asian countries. And most of studies and research works in mariner activities and maritime issues are carried out in our region. However, political decision and regulations are still discussed and decided based on European countries’ opinions.

There are several reasons, one …is that the cooperation between the countries in Asian region is too small to consist on our opinion based on updated discussion and research activities

by Asian people. By strengthening our cooperation and showing our activities to the politician over the world as well as our countries’, we will get more reasonable regulation and the instruction from international organization and IMO based on our research and advanced our opinions.”

Pasay City Consultant Dr. Enerico Sampang (representing Mayor Antonino Calixto) emphasizes that more than just a tourist destination, Pasay is home to schools and training centers that continuously produce well-trained and globally-competitive individuals ready to meet the challenges of their profession here and abroad.

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“Maritime institute and training center have already carried out such training about ten years ago, then we discussed the necessary function of team management and effective training process, but present STCW proposed very narrow activity of bridge team management so I proposed STCW of course IMO have to watch the actual activity in the maritime society,” continues Kobayashi.

A broader stance.

The IOC is positive to expand the ACMSSR to include other Asian countries and discuss more fields of research.

He extols the K-Line Maritime Academy Philippines as a proven benchmark in maritime learning in Pasay and a steadfast partner committed to provide the highest standard of training services.

Kobayashi confirms Singapore, Malaysia and India already expressed interest to join.

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In depth, Kobayashi’s paper analyzes the content of Bridge Resource Management (BRM) in the revised STCW. The necessary functions of management for bridge team activities training system are introduced.

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A change of name of the conference was also proposed to encourage more participants, and to include topics such as marine technology, marine science and engine room simulation.

ICS BALKS ON IMF REMARKS The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) still fumes over what it feels as premature remarks of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on maritime carbon emission charges.

ICS Chair Masamichi Morooka sent a strongly-worded letter to Ms. Christine Lagarde, IMF Managing Director for remarks she delivered last June at a forum, Back to Rio --The Road to a Sustainable Economic Future.

Director Legarde was quoted as claiming, “… charges on international aviation and maritime emissions would raise about a quarter of the $100-billion needed for climate adaption and mitigation in developing countries --- resources that developed countries had committed to mobilize by 2020.”

Chairman Morooka counters the remarks give rise to “serious concerns” because they appear to ignore the major impediments to

adopting the charges suggested by IMF. Morooka continues IMF seems to overlook, “… the fundamental principle in international shipping… that requires a global regulatory framework. If carbon charges were only to apply to ships registered in Kyoto Protocol… these ships would be at a major competitive disadvantage…” against ships that are unregistered and, therefore, not charged.

This would create a serious market distortion; many of these ships would simply change flag jurisdiction where carbon charges did not apply, ICS explains.

The shipping group claims for carbon charges to be acceptable to all, it is important to adhere to UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) principle of uniform global rules reconciled with UNFCCC principle of Common but Differentiated Responsibility.

This is why current negotiations on the issue at IMO and UNFCCC are so complicated.

The ICS chairman reiterates that, “… if all governments so decide then shipowners… will have no objections to contributing at some point in the future, to the Green Climate Fund.”

But he issues a caveat: aside from contributions really used for climate change adaptation or mitigation, these must be proportionate to shipping’s share of total global emission (less than 3%) and details should be developed at IMO. Morooka presents himself for any further discussion with the IMF board on the ICS position as he sents copies of his letter to IMO Secretary General Koji Sekimisu and UNFCCC Executive Director Christine Figueres.

This move may be interpreted as pre-empting IMF views at those world bodies.

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Aarhus President Veronico B. Quiban and Consultant Romeo C. Luzuriaga received the award in simple ceremonies at SGS offices in Makati City, the premier financial district of the country.

Both Quiban and Luzuriaga are Chief Engineers, the latter also a Quality Management expert.

The certification documents Aarhus’s compliance with the

requirements in managing projects related to maritime security protection, ship repairs and shipmanagement.

Aarhus is managing projects with various partners from Asia; these services are in technical management, drydock and onboard repairs, deployment of privatelycontracted armed maritime security personnel, audit and inspections.

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Celebrating 25Years MARITAS: A NOBLE INSTITUTION

“We do well because we do good.”

Notes the venerable Celso Manuel De Guzman Sr. (fondly, Ka Celso), founder of Maritime Technological and Allied Services (MARITAS) which celebrated its Silver Jubilee last August 17th at the Hyatt Hotel in Manila.

Indeed, through the years, MARITAS has maintained good reputation by unselfishly providing training services to seafarers with deep concern by Ka Celso, a fellow seafarer.

The iconic founder underscores that It is “the passion to honestly serve our At work and at heart: A family blessed

Ka Celso designed the GMDSS course syllabus after realizing the urgent need when his fellow operators were displaced following an international call for this new system of communications based on emerging technologies.

His experience onboard and acquired training from the World Maritime

University fueled his efforts to develop GMDSS to give the jobs back to the displaced radio operators.

He participated in government and private dialogues and workshops in order to put GMDSS delivery of training in order.

Until now, it can be claimed 85% of our Filipino masters, deck officers and radio officers obtained GMDSS certificates from MARITAS.

MARITAS honest-to-goodness service has been tested over time primarily through STOP – Seaman Tipid Offer Program.

Atty. Nicasio Conti, OIC of the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) led other government officials, industry friends, clients and relatives of company officers and staff in congratulating the De Guzman Family on the Silver Anniversary of MARITAS.

This was launched on MARITAS’ 15th year, to contain abuses on brokering for training centers and overcharging students. STOP, in essence, is also a payback to the maritime sector for MARITAS success in business which continues to these days.

Core expertise.

STOP gives instant cash discounts up to 20% upon enrollment on all training courses, without requiring referrals from any party.

OIC Conti underscores in Pilipino that Ka Celso’s MARITAS shall bridge for more to take the seafaring profession.

“All these years MARITAS has successfully surpassed challenges with integrity intact …faithful to its mission… of protection of the marine environment,” continues Conti.

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Today, MARITAS occupies three floors of the Prudential Bank building in Plaza Sta. Cruz, Manila. It offers 41 mandatory and basic maritime courses at affordable cost while maintaining quality management system throughout the organization.

Honor in service.

seafarers” that gave birth to MARITAS and sustains its existence.

MARITAS is the first training center to introduce Satellite Communication Course and first to offer the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) course, which eventually

Moreover, MARITAS has become an institution in getting the Philippines in the White List for having fully complied with the STCW Code.

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Ka Celso recalls, “Realizing the seafarer’s financial burden in completing STCW mandated courses, we decided to help them complete the competency requirement by giving a portion of our earnings. We cut the cost to one half leaving us the other half to shoulder operational cost.

At Thome, we dedicated ourselves to excellence in Safety, Quality and Environmental Protection. Combining Friends and family bonded in good will.

This is a very bold and risky move … (which) jeopardizes the livelihood of my family, (but) more important … not defeat the quality of training. We shell out our aides and expensive simulators to be able to cope up with the standards and we cannot pay peanuts to our top management level instructors.

That WE DO NOT DEFEAT our competitors. And there is no cutthroat competitions. We sacrifice to the extent that in the ensuing year we saw red. But good intentions get good results.

Three years after, business started to pick-up… The company is doing well, and I believe that WE DO WELL

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BECAUSE WE DO GOOD,” stresses Ka Celso.

as treasurer as it was from the very beginning of MARITAS.

Another part of its corporate social responsibility is to provide teaching opportunities to retired maritime officers who make excellent faculty for MARITAS with their experience.

“It was 1-1-11 or January 1, 2011, when I … relinquished all my interest in the company, but… not my duty as the father. I released to them their livelihood, but not their lives. I always see to it that they walk in the right path, of God-centered life… I hope I can do it till end of time…,” expresses Ka Celso.

Carrying on.

Ka Celso is now prepared to pass on the torch to his four children: Celso De Guzman Jr as President; Celsito De Guzman as VP for Operations; Celso De Guzman I as VP for Finance and Wilhelmina De Guzman as Executive VP. They compose the management board, with his wife Zenaida serving

Ka Celso lighthearted with friends dear

His Junior and eldest, now MARITAS President, holds a BS degree in Commerce, Major in Business Management from De La Salle University, graduating with honors and in the Dean’s List.

Thome provides a range of maritime services under one roof.

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He has attended local and international maritime training, conferences and seminars; General Manager in 1989; VP for Administration in 1994 to 2002; Director and Administrator of Maritime Technological Institute, MARITAS sister-company.

In his first speech as President, Jun acknowledges triumph of the institution to his father.

And Jun vows to uphold the legacy of Ka Celso whose leadership defined their social responsibility; to persevere not only for business but for services to seafarers and the maritime industry.

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ICS WELCOMES IMO ACTION ON ECDIS; REJECTS ROUTEING IN MOZAMBIQUE John Murray

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has welcomed the decision by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Sub-Committee on Safety of Navigation (2- 6 July in London) to take action to address operating anomalies with Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems) (ECDIS).

ICS represents global shipowners and about 80% of the world’s merchant fleet.

development of a circular providing advice on the issue to mariners, with a meeting with ECDIS manufacturers planned for September that will hopefully get to the root of this serious problem.

But in view of the potential danger presented by ECDIS operating anomalies, ICS will continue to monitor the situation very closely.”

The shipowners also rejected a proposal to establish a new recommended route for all ships in the Mozambique Channel that would have been approximately 1,000 miles long.

There is also a workshop in October to be organised by IHO and hosted by IMO. The workshop will further consider this matter and in particular the long term safety aspects of ECDIS and other software based navigational systems.

ECDIS anomalies.

Rejects routeing.

On 1 July, new mandatory IMO requirements for ECDIS entered in force, something which ICS has long supported provided that sufficient Electronic Navigation Chart availability could be met before the phased-in carriage requirements first become effective.

IMO Member States have rejected a proposal to establish a new recommended route for all ships in the Mozambique Channel that would have been approximately 1,000 miles long.

Disturbingly it has become apparent that not all ECDIS systems may be fully effective, with the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) advising that some systems have reportedly failed to display significant underwater features in the ‘Standard’ display mode, necessitating the continued use of paper charts.

ICS Director Marine, John Murray remarks, “ICS welcomes IMO’s recognition of the problem and its

The proposal had been made by Comoros, France, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, the Seychelles, South Africa and Tanzania, having been given impetus by work conducted by the World Bank.

However, ICS coordinated with its member national shipowners’ associations to ensure that governments attending the IMO meeting were fully aware of the implications of taking forward such a measure.

ICS Director Marine, John Murray

says, “We are pleased that IMO has carefully listened to shipowners and made the right decision. Support for such a concept could have set a very unwelcome precedent for the management of deep sea navigation elsewhere. The compelling need for the measure was unclear and no statistical evidence had been provided regarding shipping casualties or near misses.

This omission made it very difficult to quantify the anticipated benefit that the proposal might have delivered.”

The main aim of the proposal was a reduction to the risk of collision and grounding in the Mozambique Channel.

However, despite vessels favouring certain routes, shipping currently is free to use the entire width of the Channel, which is in international waters.

The proposed measure sought to concentrate shipping into restricted lanes and could potentially have increased the risk of collision. Even at its narrowest point the Mozambique Channel is over 200 miles wide. Today many ships make use of this width and keep well away from the routes used by transiting tankers and similar vessels.

Director Murray adds, “ICS is nevertheless very appreciative of the work that has been undertaken in the region to improve safety of navigation and to open up access to local ports. It is simply the routeing measure that has given shipowners difficulties given the apparent lack of any evidence-based justification. “

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PCG GETS FUNDS FOR LIGHTHOUSE

By Michiko Lardizabal

The project entails seven phases like the first in Buguey Point, Centro Buguey in Cagayan.

The second are five lighthouses in Taritik Point, Dilasag; Casiguran; Decasalarin, Baler; and Agrea Point, Dingalan all in Aurora as well as in Barangay Bote in Bato, Catanduanes.

Thirdly, are new lighthouses in Wawa, Abucay and Sisiman Cove, Mariveles in Bataan; Lamao Port, Limay in Bataan; Binuangan River, Obando in Bulacan; Talisay Port, Talisay in Batangas; and Pokem Bato, Morong in Rizal.

New lighthouses in Linapacan Port, Apao Port, Tubattaha Island, and Cagayancillo in Palawan make up the fourth component.

The fifth set of lighthouses will be put up in Mapid, Lagonoy and Sitio Pasawangon, Gogon in Camarines Sur. Coast Guard (PCG) mandate for safer seas has been aided with Php 97.65-million for the construction of additional lighthouses all over the archipelago.

Coast Guard commandant Vice Admiral Edmund Tan expresses gratitude to President Aquino for funding the project spearheaded by Secretary Mar Roxas of the Department of Transport and Communication (DOTC) where PCG is a component agency.

The fund is earmarked for 33 additional lighthouses in different parts of the country which includes one in Cagayan; five in Aurora and Catanduanes; six in Bataan and Bulacan; Batangas and Rizal; three in Palawan; two in Camarines Sur; 12 in Bohol, Siquijor, Eastern Samar and Leyte; and four in Davao and Surigao, respectively.

Lighthouses warn ships at night or in heavy fog that they are nearing land, preventing wreckage or grounding in shallow waters. Pilots of small aircraft also use lighthouses as a key landmark or frame of reference when they do not use electronic guidance systems.

PCG Chief Tan describes lighthouses as beacons of the sea. At present, there are 561 lighthouses; about 76% operational and 141 need repairs.

Most defects are on batteries and solar panels, on bulbs and other structural problems. But these are now addressed with the DOTC program on ATON (Aids to Navigation) for 2012.

Lighthouses are reminders of dangerous waters; safely guiding fishermen, vessel crew and other mariners in and out of ports.

These structures still serve well even with modern electronic equipment like Global Positioning System (GPS).

Vice Admiral Tan assures PCG would install ATON equipment to further serve mariners as soon as DOTC purchases them.

As provided by law, DOTC has recently published an invitation for parties to bid for the P97.65 million lighthouse project.

Lighthouse standards may be 18-meter concrete, 12-meter concrete, and 10-meter pole beam type.

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The sixth set includes Cabantian Point, Guindulman in Bohol; Tongo Point in Siqujor; Biri Island, San Policarpio, Lawaan, Mina-anod Island, Anahao Island, Hilabaan Island, Guiuan, and Sulat in Eastern Samar; and in the North and South entrances of the San Juanico Strait in Leyte.

Lastly, the project includes Penaplata, Davao; Turtle Island, Surigao del Sur; Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte; and Sta Monica Port, Siargao.

In early August, DOTC started the bidding process to modernize a total of 143 light stations worth P246 million.

On top of the shopping list are 55 primary LED lanterns, 84 secondary LED lanterns, five tertiary LED lanterns, and 120 mono crystalline solar panels.

Even with the popularity of new navigation systems, lighthouses are still being used and upgraded worldwide.

In the event an electronic navigation system fails, a lighthouse can save lives by alerting seafarers and fisherfolks of rocks, reefs, shoals, and similar dangers.

PPA TO CLEAR AREA FOR BUSINESS by: Michiko Lardizabal

The Philippine Ports Authority and National Housing Authority are in tandem to clear of informal squatters at the Marcos Road in Manila.

Several interests are eyeing the prime area, foremost is the City of Manila which seeks a financial business district it could plan differently from a hodgepodge of operations in the premier city.

The Manila North Harbour Port (MNHPI) has also manifested keen interest to expand port service thereat once informal settlers are removed enabling facilities be constructed.

informal settler families will be relocated

by PPA. “All will be cleared and eventually we will have container freight station and truck parking spaces there,” Barclay says.

“We regularly meet with PPA, particularly with Port Manager for North Harbor Clarisse Ignacio. She works very well,” he adds.

Barclay explains they are conducting a study on how much will be invested.

They will have to find out the total land area and the port service needed by shipping lines.

MNHPI CEO Richard Barclay says 768

The National Housing Authority (NHA) and the PPA will be signing a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on the relocation of the informal settlers.

The relocation will pave the way for MNHPI’s development and modernization projects set this year.

Constante Fariñas, PPA port district manager of Manila and Northern Luzon says PPA allocated P212.5 million, to pay P276,700 per family. The payment covers the relocation, transportation and all other incidental expenses.

“PPA will give the funds to NHA and it’s up to the NHA whether to build row houses or buildings. NHA plans to bid out the project to the contractors,” he says.

“We are looking at various areas for relocation such as Trece Martires in Cavite and San Pedro in Laguna,” he adds.

The draft MOA provides that PPA will give 15% of the budget to NHA as advance payment and mobilization, within 15 days from the execution of the MOA. It will pay another 35% upon completion of the land development and at the start of construction of the housing units.

Thirty percent will be given upon the start of actual relocation while 20% will be released upon certification by the PPA North Harbor port manager that the removal of all is completed.

NHA will provide 40 square meter lots with 22-sq.m loftable housing unit.

“Only qualified structure owners shall be entitled to the housing unit, while others shall be extended financial assistance,” the PPA says.

Meanwhile, the PPA targets to implement the South Harbor expanded port zone with a total of 36 hectares.

The PPA Board has already approved the hiring of the consultant to make a study on the business development.

“Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim wanted to have a business financial district in Manila,” Fariñas says.

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NAUTICAL INSTITUTE ELECTS YOUNGEST PRESIDENT The Nautical Institute has elected Captain Sivaraman Krishnamurthi FNI, the youngest president ever in its 40 years of operations.

The institute is an international body for maritime professional and others with interest in nautical matters. Founded in 1972, it has 40 branches worldwide with over 6,5000 members from across 110 countries.

Krish was seven years old when the Institute was organized. At 47, Krish takes over from Captain James Robinson, DSM FNI Irish Navy (Retired).

Passionate on improving safety at sea Krish says, “One important aspect of my role will be to promote mentoring as a means of raising competence and driving up professional standards, both at sea and ashore.”

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Technology will be another key area of focus for Krish during his two-year presidency and adds, “I’m particularly interested in how emerging technology and in particular IT can be harnessed to provide maritime businesses with competitive advantage and sensible management control.”

Krish joined The Nautical Institute in 1996 and played a key role in setting up the India (South) Branch in 2001. He was elected to the governing Council of the Institute in 2004, became a Vice-President in 2006, and was elected as a Fellow in 2008.

Background.

Captain Sivaraman Krishnamurthi

Krish was born in 1965 in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, India. He studied in Madras and Visakhapatnam.

After high school, he began his career at sea in 1982 as a

deck cadet with the Dredging Corporation of India.

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Krish later joined the Indian merchant navy through Essar Shipping. In 1993, he gained Master Class 1 Certificate of Competency after studying at Sydney Technical College in Australia. He served, in ascending capacities, to Master, with Univan, Bergessen Worldwide, Bernard Schulte and Tanker Pacific.

In 2007, after seven years of command on ocean-going oil tankers, he came ashore to ship management positions and is currently Vice-President, Operations – Technical at Sanmar Shipping Ltd in Chennai.

Krish is married to Durga and has one daughter.

Pumping P558-million more DOTC-PPA UPGRADE SEVEN PORTS

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he Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has allocated P556-million to rehabilitate seven ports in various parts of the archipelago.

This program is a pro-active move in anticipation of cargo and passenger growth.

PPA is an agency of the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) which is part of the executive department holding the largest public projects in the country.

Earlier, DOTC has set aside P93.8 million to refurbish municipal ports in Corcuera, Romblon; Placer, Surigao del Norte; Bacacay, Sto. Domingo, and Pili—all in Albay; Palid, Zamboanga Sibugay; and Melgar in Dinagat Island.

This time the P556-million project aims to give a facelift to the Commercial Port Complex and Dumangas Port both in Iloilo; the Tabaco Port and Pio Duran Port both in Albay, the Ormoc Port in Leyte, the Lucena City Port; and the Dumaguete City Port.

“This is in anticipation of the increase … of passengers and cargoes in these ports,” Transportation Secretary Mar Roxas said. “Through an open and transparent public bidding, we hope to generate interest among our local companies to take part in the government effort to provide a convenient, affordable, reliable, efficient, and safe sea transport system.”

The Iloilo commercial port project calls for the construction of a back-up area, the excavation of seabed, the installation of interlocking concrete blocks pavement, construction of shear keys and lateral drainage as well

as a port lighting system, amounting to P183.2 million.

In Tabaco City, its port requires the construction of a back-up area, installation of interlocking concrete blocks pavement, construction of shear keys, construction of 610mm reinforced concrete pipe culvert, an RC ditch, a catch drain manhole and a catch basin as well as a port lighting system, costing P52.6 million.

The Ormoc Port needs a back-up area and a RoRo Ramp on fill, the excavation of seabed, installation of interlocking concrete block pavement, supply and installation of RDF V500H x 1500L mooring bollard, an RC ditch and catch drain manhole, installation of 760mm reinforced concrete pipe and a port lighting system, amounting to P91.2 million.

The P63.2 million Dumangas port entails the construction of back-up area and RoRo Ramp on fill, excavation of seabed, installation of interlocking concrete pavement, construction of concrete pavement for RoRo ramp on fill, and a port lighting system.

The Lucena City port project warrants the construction of a marshalling yard, paving of the back-up area and port lighting system, totaling P33.2 million.

The Dumaguete City port entails the rehabilitation of RC Pier I, amounting to P76.6 million; while the Pio Duran port entails the construction of a back-up area, an RC platform and a RoRo Ramp, and port lighting system, costing P65.2 million.

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DOTC BIDS PORT PROJECTS The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) is set to develop another 10 municipal ports in different parts of the country costing some P97 million.

In a published invitation to bid, the DOTC says this is “in anticipation of increased passengers and cargo throughput the Philippines.”

The procurement program aligns with the DOTC master plan set by outgoing

DOTC Secretary Mar Roxas to reengineer the Philippines’ transport system to make it “Convenient, Affordable, Reliable, Efficient, and Safe.”

To be developed are seaports San Andres, Catanduanes; Catarman, Balbagon and Mambajao in Camiguin; Kaputian, Samal in Davao del Norte ; Malimono, Surigao del Norte ; Kiamba, Sarangani ; and Gigaquit, Surigao del Norte.

On top of Kiamba, Batuganding wharf, Mabila port, and Patuco port will also be developed in Sarangani province.

The DOTC assures these projects, clustered in eight procurement lots, will undergo transparent bidding process for qualified providers to participate.

These projects are in line with the government’s drive to pump-prime the economy and modernize the country’s transport system.

DHL LAUNCHES DOMINANT HUB

The world’s leading logistics giant opened July 12th its biggest express hub in Asia – the DHL Express North Asia Hub.

again.

The trend-setting facility was constructed at US$175-million at the Shanghai Pudong International Airport, a leading growth cluster in China.

Together, DHL Express’ four hubs in Asia Pacific – Shanghai, Hong Kong, Bangkok and Singapore – link to over 70 DHL Express Gateways located throughout the region.

The company also announced plans to further invest US$132 million (about €100 million) to add eight dedicated aircrafts to service high demand routes between Shanghai and North Asia, Europe and the US, by 2014.

Dr. Frank Appel, CEO of Deutsche Post DHL, says, “DHL Express North Asia Hub is a logistics milestone in DHL’s Asia Pacific network and the culmination of a multi-hub and aviation strategy that cements our leadership position in terms of connections, convenience and costeffectiveness.

With Asia’s leading economies fast integrating and free trade agreements reducing barriers to international commerce, logistics companies need capabilities that are ahead of the curve and offer simplicity, speed and service.”

On 88,000 square meters (roughly,13 football pitches), DHL North Asia hub can process up to 20,000 documents and 20,000 parcels per hour. The facility has outstanding environmentally-friendly features like energy efficient T5 lighting and a solar-powered system for hot water.

The hub’s sorting system is also designed to automatically detect components that are not in use and switches them to an energy-saving ‘sleep’ mode until needed

The completion of the facility caps an unrivaled multi-hub Asian network.

DHL’s infrastructural network is served by a comprehensive air network of over 40 aircrafts covering 40 countries and territories, and utilizing approximately 690 commercial flights per day in Asia Pacific.

In China, in North Asia.

Over the next two years, DHL’s planned investment of US$132-million (about €100-million) will increase the dedicated capacity of its Asia Air Network by deploying eight freighter aircrafts between Shanghai and North Asia, Europe and the US. The planned flights will be operated by partner and equityheld airlines: Polar Air, Aerologic, and DHL Air UK. There will be a variety of other providers, as well.

Building on existing direct connections between the DHL Express North Asia Hub in Shanghai to Hong Kong, Osaka, Tokyo, and DHL’s global hubs in Leipzig and Cincinnati, the planned investments in the next two years will enhance capacity on these routes and also include new connections between Shanghai to East Midlands, UK. DHL further plans to increase capacity on routes between the North Asia hub and other cities in China and Taiwan.

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and Chinese cities such as Dalian and Qingdao, with Beijing and Xiamen likely to come on stream in 2013.

Area pioneer.

CEO Ken Allen says, “DHL pioneered Express services in the region 40 years ago, and was the first international express company to enter China 32 years ago. Shanghai is one of the key commercial centers of China and gateway to the Yangtze River Delta which accounts for almost 39% of China’s total value of imports and exports.

The DHL Express North Asia Hub will play a critical role by supporting growth, improving transit times and network reliability, and providing a foundation for later pick-ups and earlier deliveries for customers across North Asia”.

“Leveraging increased regional and international flight connections through Shanghai, DHL will be able to provide greater flexibility and reliability to customers choosing time-definite morning delivery to major cities in North Asia and greater regional connections across North Asia as well as intercontinental links to Europe and the US, “ adds Jerry Hsu, CEO-DHL Express Asia Pacific.

DHL’s extensive network provides faster access to international markets.

Complementing DHL’s Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong, the North Asia Hub enables shorter routing options for customers shipping within North Asia resulting in savings of up to four hours airtime, later pick-ups and earlier deliveries.

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POLARIS STARS: a salute from their peers.

PUBLIC FIGURES AT PMMA T

he mix of merrymakers at the 43rd PMMAAA anniversary reflects the drawing power of the institution, Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) – the country’s pre-eminent portal of maritime greats and leaders.

The alumni were at The Fort in Taguig City last August 14th; some bashful, some quite loud. But a common gait is success: businessmen, public officials, elective aspirants. Majority are full members of the PMMA Alumni Association (PMMAAAI), a respectable few are friends and peers of the formal members.

The different batches presented their honoraries: Class 70, Cong. Ted Haresco and Chairman Rene Villa of LWUA; Class 90, Cong. Sonny Angara, Marc SB Chipeco and Dan Fernandez, Atty.

Pol Bongco; Class 92, Director General Joel Villanueva of TESDA, Atty. Leonido Pulido and Lcdr. Edwin Ilio.

Guest of Honor was OIC Administrator Nicasio Conti, a lawyer, who basically

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Awards Night.

The anniversary night culminated on the conferment of the Polaris Star Maritime Award to 13 Outstanding Agencies of Alumni for great contributions to the industry and to the Academy.

This is a first in the history of PMMAAAI; President Capt. Gaudencio Morales assuring it will be included in coming anniversaries of the alumni group.

Among awardees honored with elegant trophies are: Magsaysay Maritime Corporation, Philippine Transmarine Carriers, TSM Shipping Philippines, Crossworld Marine Services Klaveness Maritime Agency, NYK Fil

Ms. Thato Tsautse, CEO, Ship Owners Associations of South Africa, South Africa Gert-Jan Nieuwenhuizen, Sales Director Asia & Chief Representative, Port of Amsterdam, Netherlands Arthur Nitsevych, Partner, Interlegal, Ukraine Martin Burkhardt, General Director, International Union of Combined Road-Rail transport, Belgium Richard Morton, Secretary General Manager, European Port Community Systems Association, UK

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Mike Garratt, Managing Director, MDS Transmodal, UK

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Roman Poersch, Managing Director, Wilhelm Borchert, Germany

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Geoffrey Huggins, Technical Director, Royal Haskonig DHV, UK

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Jaroslaw Kubicek, Development Manager, PCC Intermodal, Poland

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Shipmanagement, Marlow Navigation, Cargo Safeway, Trans-Global Maritime Agency, Virjen Shipping Corporation, Fair Shipping Corporation and Seafarers Shipping Agency.

Ed Rimmer, CEO, Bibby Ship Management, UK

Roy Van Den Berg, Business Manager Logistics, Port of Rotterdam Authority, Netherlands

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Stefano Bonaldo, Marketing Manager, Venice Port Authority, Italy

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and many others…

The late Capt. Gregorio Oca was cited for organizing the largest seafarers union in the world. The award was accepted by Dr. Conrado Oca, current president of AMOSUP with his EVP, VAdm Eduardo Santos.

Fellowship and entertainment followed the awarding ceremonies and capped the evening.

Booking informations at: Solons with seafarers; Cong. Chipeco, Angara and Fernandez

Cong. Haresco and Chairman Villa gladhanding with the happy crowd

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The Magsaysay Center for Hospitality and Culinary Arts (MIHCA) hosted a two-day Open House to prospective business partners and clients. These were held July 12th at the Manila campus and July 19th, at the Makati campus.

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Guests from schools and universities, manning agencies and the media were toured in the facilities.

Afterwards, they were treated to a sumptuous lunch. The buffet-style food were prepared by MIHCA’s senior students supervised by chef instructors.

MIHCA was established by the Magsaysay Group of Companies in 2006. Now, this Center is a leading culinary arts and hospitality institution in the country; claiming successful career launching of promising students.

MIHCA’s fully-equipped commercial and specialty kitchens, dining rooms

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and bars, food science laboratories and computer rooms adhere to highest industry standards enabling students to bridge over competitions in the real world.

This education offered is up-todate with world trending and best practices, both locally and globally.

Equipping graduates with strong foundation on hospitality and culinary skills gives them the edge in the industries of their choice.

The Center- cum- school has also been avidly participating in activities aimed at highlighting the culinary prowess of Filipinos.

Good examples are participation in the Guinness World Record to set a record of producing 5,845 cheese-based dishes. On top, MIHCA students join culinary competitions here and abroad bagging countless awards.

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VSTEP delivers NAUTIS Tug Trainer VSTEP has successfully delivered a NAUTIS Tug Trainer Simulator at Transport & Offshore Services (TOS)) headquarters in Rotterdam. T.O.S. is an international maritime service provider with a network of branch offices overseas.

T.O.S. selected the NAUTIS Tug Trainer for its new ASD training program service. The NAUTIS Tug Trainer is a new generation of DNV certified Tug Handling Simulators, catering to the full range of maritime training goals in compliance with the latest STCW & IMO requirements.

The NAUTIS Tug simulator range includes affordable, high quality simulators to fit any budget, from Desktop Trainers to 360° Tug Simulators according to your training and certification requirements.

T.O.S. will use a portable version of the NAUTIS Tug Trainer Simulator for its mobile training purposes.

The NAUTIS Tug Simulators allow captains to experience and train the handling of tugs with different propulsion systems during tug operations. Various types of tugs are available with different kinds of propulsion systems, ranging from conventional shaft propellers to ASD and tractor tugs. The NAUTIS Tug Trainer includes an easy to use set of instructor tools to prepare and control manoeuvring exercises, multitug operations and fine-tune ship manoeuvring parameters.

high quality, realistic tug handling training for our customers at any location worldwide.”

Both VSTEP and T.O.S. have demonstrated the portable version of the NAUTIS Tug Trainer at the ITS 2012 in Barcelona, Spain, from May 28th – June 1st from the VSTEP Stand 110 or the T.O.S. Stand 129 thereat.

More information about NAUTIS Tug Simulators are encoded at http://bit. ly/JJ4uCd or info@nautissim.com For ITS 2012, visit www.tugandosv.com.

About NAUTIS The NAUTIS range of advanced DNV certified maritime training simulators offers an affordable and effective alternative for training maritime professionals, officers and crews.

With a full range of simulators, from desktop trainer to full mission bridge simulator, VSTEP has a cost-effective training solution fulfilling the training requirements of both the civilian and

military maritime industry, including nautical colleges, naval academies, maritime training centres and individual ship owners in compliance with the latest STCW & IMO requirements. For more information visit www.nautissim. com About VSTEP VSTEP is a leading European developer of maritime simulators and virtual training software. Since its founding in 2002, VSTEP has delivered numerous simulator solutions for clients and governmental organisations worldwide.

As one of the industry leaders, VSTEP continues to innovate the simulation world with professional, accurate and groundbreaking new simulation technology. A winner of multiple innovation prizes and awards, VSTEP sets the standard for virtual training and simulation and advocates more effective training through enhanced virtual reality. www.vstepsimulation.com.

In an imperative effort to continuously produce highly competent ship officers and at the same time to be fully compliant with international legislation, Wallem Shipmanagement Ltd. Hong Kong installed the next generation VSTEP NAUTIS full mission Bridge Simulator at the Wallem Maritime Training Centre Philippines (WMTCP).

The move of Wallem Shipmanagement coincided with the entry into force of the 2010 Manila Amendments of the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW Convention).

Jan van der Wee, general manager of the WMTCP revealed that with the completion of the Full Mission Bridge Simulator installation and commissioning on Friday July 20, 2012 they aim to be one of the most advanced training centres in the Philippines.

“We want to train our officers on actual sea work not only to navigate but to confront them with any possible scenario that could be encountered thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our Filipino officers in team work on the navigation bridge” He added “We selected the NAUTIS Full Mission Bridge Simulator for our training centre because it is fully certified

by DNV, allows for future expansion by adding overlays and offers high quality updated training at an affordable price.

The graphics in the simulator look very natural and real, which in combination with the realistic bridge mock-up allows for very realistic and true-to-life maritime simulation”.

Wallem Shipmanagement made a substantial investment in this new training equipment with aim to continuously improve the quality of training provided to their employed Filipino officers and their officers of the future – the cadets.

Ronald van der Kolk, TOS Nautical & Technical Manager says “The NAUTIS Tug simulator provides us with a high fidelity simulator for our ASD Training Program. We have selected the portable version of the NAUTIS Tug simulator because the simulator will guarantee 54

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PC Maritime (software developer and license provider) and VSTEP (hardware and system developer) as well as DelNet international (representative of PC Maritime and VSTEP in the Philippines) are very pleased that Wallem Shipmanagement selected their latest model of NAUTIS for its new training centre, thereby introducing the ground breaking NAUTIS maritime simulator for the region. The bridge console hardware for Wallem’s NAUTIS simulator was built in the Philippines.

Looking ahead to a new generation of maritime simulators Klaas Oreel, CEO of DELNET said that with the use of the latest model NAUTIS Full Mission Simulator Wallem Shipmanagement will be able to train nautical personnel to improve their skills in bridge team work, ship-handling, manoeuvring and any operations that take place on actual vessels. “With the acquisition of the next generation DNV Certified NAUTIS Full Mission Simulator it is expected that officers and cadets can be trained to the highest level of proficiency” said Klaas Oreel.

“Wallem has set up a very innovative new training centre in which the equipment is installed now” added Cristijn du Marcies Sarvaas, CEO of VSTEP. Sarvaas explained that the strength of the installed NAUTIS Bridge simulator is that it is a “Next Generation” bridge simulator. This means very expanded memory, added features, faster processing, better graphics, much higher user friendliness for both trainee and instructor and at the same time much more cost effective compared to other maritime simulators currently available in the marked. In addition is future expansion by the feasibility of adding overlays there.

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Highest level of certification Wallem Shipmanagement is PC Maritime / VSTEP’s launching customer in the Philippines. Wallem has been investing a lot in training their seafarers and is committed to continuously improve on the quality of the training provided; hence Wallem felt that their partnership with the NAUTIS simulator providers is the perfect match.

NAUTIS provides a cost-effective solution and is an excellent match for the needs of maritime education and training by maritime schools and shipowners. “Not only in terms of advanced technology but also in terms of pricing as the Next Generation simulators of PC Maritime / Nautis are very affordable” furthered Sarvaas.

“The good reputation of Filipino seafarers was recognized and by choosing the next generation NAUTIS simulator Filipino seafarers can be trained as is required as of this day and also in the future; thereby ensuring that the Philippines remains a leading supplier of seafarers to Wallem Shipmanagement” said Jan van der Wee. Sarvaas prides himself by saying: “The PC Maritime / NAUTIS software complies with international standards and has the highest level of certification under STCW and it has been made sure that it is aligned with all the requirements” he also illustrated the efforts of both the Philippine Government and responsible shipowners in improving the level of competency of the Filipino seafarers.

During the initiation rites conducted on July 20, 2012 several guests attended that included senior officers of the Philippine Coast Guard, Senior staff of Leading Maritime Schools and Training Institutes amongst other interested parties.

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omen in Maritime Philippines (WIMAPHIL) marked its fifth year of endeavors to advance the recognition of the vital role of women in the field of merchant marine.

local and international maritime industry.

The anniversary celebrations last July 21st was at the Activity Center of the TriNoma Mall in Quezon City, Metro Manila.

The event was in cooperation with Ayala Malls, TriNoma Mall and the Philippine Transmarine Carriers.

A photo exhibit showcased accomplishments of WIMAPHIL over five years. This feature documented the group’s focus on maritime safety, security and efficiency, environmental protection, prevention and control of HIV/AIDS and other diseases.

The Honorable Jose Brillantes was the keynote Speaker who is currently the Undersecretary for Special and Ocean Concerns, Department of Foreign Affairs.

WIMAPHIL is also on the vanguard on anti-trafficking of women and children, as well as gender equity and women empowerment in the maritime sector and its communities.

Ms. Aida Jean Manipon, UN Women in the Philippines National Coordinator, lauds WIMAPHIL for unwavering efforts in addressing issues concerning women in both

Other activities included storytelling sessions by Ms. Cey Enriquez, author of “On Tatay’s Boat”, and Ms. Pinky Marquez who read Ms. Kathleen

WIMAPHIL President Carla S. Limcaoco gave an overview of the organization’s thrust and objectives as well as its plans for the future.

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