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JSU-AMOSUP Mariners’ Homes
Seafarers comfort zones
The JSU-AMOSUP Mariners’ Home Annex.
By Lyn Bacani
The Mariners’ Homes recently expanded with an annex building, proof of growth and continuing vision for the welfare of member-seamen. These also reflect the ethical bond and strong partnership of the two sponsors: the All-Japan Seamen’s Union (JSU) and the Associated Marine Officers’ and
Seamen’s Union of the Philippines (AMOSUP). Built at the geo-center of Manila, JSUAMOSUP Mariners’ Homes (main and annex) are safe lodging for seafarers before and after working onboard; a place of convenience and relaxation in the company of fellow seafarers.
Expansion to serve. The main building was constructed in January 2006 at 1765 Vasquez Street, by J. Nakpil street, Malate district. This is a great location, almost at the geo-center of Manila and most convenient to transient mariners, both boarding or on offshore leave. Amenities include air-conditioned suites, indoor entertainment facilities, game room, gym, and cafeteria. But Mariners’ Homes main attraction is the ambiance; it is a safe haven, one relaxes with your peers in goodwill and commonality of interests and priorities. The new annex was inaugurated last April, 2011 located at 1970 Pilar Hidalgo Lim street. This is also in Malate, just a few blocks from the first and main building. With similar amenities as the main, the annex adds a library and a medical clinic. Economical and secured. Besides being in a comfort zone with
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FUSION OF MA RI T I ME NE W S & VI E W S
NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2011