Manila Times - Shipping

THE STCW Convention adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to the maritime sector, prescribes the minimum standards in the training, certification …

IN a landmark move for the maritime community, the Seafaring Family International (SeaFam), an association primarily composed of the wives and families of seafarers, has officially inked a strategic partnership …

2GO Group, Inc., the Philippines’ largest integrated transportation and logistics provider, has partnered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to further strengthen the country’s supply chain and logistics. …

IN a move set to reshape the representation of maritime workers on the global stage, the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (Iswan) has officially been granted consultative status by …

LAST Jan. 15, we marked the 17th anniversary of what has become known as the “Miracle on the Hudson.” On that day in 2009, US Airways Flight 1549, an Airbus …

THE Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) provided students access to the country’s major terminals, aiming to link classroom theory with the realities of global trade. PPA’s Port Educational Tour program, which …

THE state-run Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) has forged a first-of-its-kind partnership with the Department of Health (DOH) to enhance its curriculum and, at the same time, help strengthen the …

AS the search continues for four missing Filipino seafarers in the West Philippine Sea, veteran mariners are raising a red flag over the cargo that may have doomed the Singapore-flagged …

THE Cebu Maritime Expo (CME) returns after two years of hiatus with a bigger mission for the local maritime industry. Set on April 22 to 24 at the IEC Convention …

THE Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) last Jan. 15 met with a delegation from Greece, which was led by its ambassador, Ioannis Pediotis, in addressing issues related to employment, safety, …

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has posthumously awarded the Order of Lakandula with the Rank of Grand Cross (Bayani) to former Department of Migrant Workers secretary Maria Susana “Toots” Ople. The …

PATRICIA Furtado de Mendonça, global lead of Ocean Centres, met with key stakeholders from government, business sector, and media for a focused lunch discussion ahead of the Ocean Centres Philippines …

STARLITE Ferries, Inc. has commissioned the M/V Starlite Resilience, an IACS-classed RoPax vessel, for service on the Western Nautical Highway. Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) Administrator Sonia Malaluan said that the …

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the naming and delivery of Brave Pioneer, a Kamsarmax SC-443 and the world’s first methanol dual-fuel bulk carrier, on Jan. 15, 2026, in Balamban, Cebu. …

THE Royal Norwegian Embassy, Innovation Norway, and Norwegian industrial firm Orkel successfully convened the “Waste Burden to Energy Resource” forum on Jan. 15 at Seda Vertis North. The dialogue addressed …

ASIA-PACIFIC ocean freight markets show momentum in 2026 as intra-Asia volumes rise, according to Maersk Asia Pacific Market Update-Q4 2025. Trade between Asia, Africa and the Middle East is outpacing …

THE Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) reported that total cargo throughput reached 308.5 million metric tons (MT) in 2025, marking a 6.6-percent increase from the previous year due to strong growth …

SOUTH Luzon Container Terminal is set to become one of the country’s biggest container hubs for Calabarzon. International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) is moving forward with the South Luzon …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) warned Filipino seafarers and industry stakeholders against maritime training and consultancy centers that are not accredited to offer Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) …

ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation with over 140 years of history, has been selected to supply the power, propulsion, and control technology for four new major …

IN a pioneering move to tackle the complexities of supply chain emissions, shipping giant Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and trading conglomerate Itochu Corp. have signed a strategic partnership to …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has implemented a two-year monitoring cycle for Maritime Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs) in accordance with Republic Act 12021, the Magna Carta for Filipino Seafarers. This …

THE Certification, Authentication, and Verification (CAV) of documents of maritime students and graduates will now be under the auspices of the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina). The administration is also the …

GLOBAL container capacity has reached 32.3 million TEU, driven by a record-breaking orderbook that is crashing freight rates and triggering a projected $10 billion industry-wide loss in 2026. According to …

A SWEEPING new regime of maritime regulations entered into force on Jan. 1, 2026, marking a significant change for the global shipping industry. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has enacted …

Adriatic gate container terminal (agct) has taken delivery of two new hybrid rubber-tired gantry (rtg) cranes, further strengthening its operational capabilities at the port of rijeka. The equipment arrived in …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) and the Belgian Embassy in Manila have established a comprehensive cooperation framework to modernize the maritime industry, focusing on digitalization, decarbonization and social inclusivity. Marina …

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Administrator Sonia Malaluan took to task some licensed manning agencies for taking advantage of the new required Updating Course on Basic Training - Personal Safety …

THE local government unit (LGU) of Alaminos City and Pisopay formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on Dec. 15 for the implementation of the Hundred Islands National Park iPASS, …

FAST Logistics Group, one of the Philippines’ largest end-to-end logistics providers, has partnered with FarEye, a global leader in AI-powered last-mile delivery technology, to bring faster, more reliable transport solutions …

FITCH Ratings has maintained a deteriorating outlook for the global shipping sector in 2026, citing geopolitical instability and policy risks. The agency expects lower gross domestic product (GDP) growth across …

THE International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has issued a firm condemnation of the recent US military invasion of Venezuela, calling the operation a "grave escalation" and a "blatant violation" of …

THERE is a Chinese proverb that says “Dig the well before you are thirsty.” It is a good advice to bear in mind in times of change and challenges. We …

BALTIC and International Maritime Council (Bimco), a global shipping community, has adopted new FuelEU Maritime and ETS clauses for Memoranda of Agreement (MOA), providing a standard framework to manage emissions …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) concluded 2025 with a dual focus on empowering the Filipino maritime workforce and modernizing the domestic fleet. Under the leadership of Administrator Sonia Malaluan, the …

THE Philippine international shipping and logistics sector is poised for a strategic shift in 2026, driven by the potential normalization of global trade routes and aggressive infrastructure expansion by major …

THE Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has recorded a total of 6,095,624 passenger traffic nationwide during the holiday season. A Passenger Traffic Data released by the PPA revealed that the highest …

Read this in The Manila Times digital edition. 2026 is here, and for the Filipino seafarer, it brings a forecast of rough seas mixed with opportunity. As Ericson Marquez, president …

2GO Travel, the country’s premier sea travel operator, received two major recognitions at the 2025 Travel Daily Media (TDM) Travel Trade Excellence Awards-Asia, a testament to its dedication to innovation, …

THE Philippine Association of Maritime Institutions (PAMI) did not mince its words on the imminent transfer of maritime education and training functions of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to …

TECON Suape S.A. (TSSA), the International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) business unit in Pernambuco, Brazil, has been recognized for its alignment with global sustainability frameworks and its role as …

THE Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) said passenger traffic through Philippine ports reached 3,097,484 as of Dec. 26, 2025, reflecting increased travel during the Christmas period. Daily passenger volumes rose steadily …

ASIAN Terminals Inc. (ATI) will delist from the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), supported by a tender offer from Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC), a move that will provide greater flexibility for …

TOMORROW starts another year of optimism and expectations for this archipelago’s maritime industry, of fulfilling the vision of a developed Philippine merchant fleet capable of responding to the country’s sea …

TO safeguard the future of one of Japan’s most treasured maritime icons, NYK will convene a specialized expert committee on Jan. 8, 2026. Their mission is to master plan the …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has authorized additional sailings and relaxed operational rules to help shipping companies manage higher travel demand during the Christmas and New Year period. Special permits …

LEADING vessel performance platform Smart Ship Hub says the industry should expect a breakthrough year in 2026 where maritime proves that the digital transformation is not optional, it is profitable. …

COLUMBIA Group has identified the Philippines as one of the cornerstone of its 2026 strategy, emphasizing safety, inclusive leadership, and a transition to a “people-first” management model in its holiday …

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) is set to revolutionize the Philippine maritime sector through ambitious green shipping initiatives and digital transformation, Marina Administrator Sonia Malaluan said recently in a year-end …

ADRIATIC Gate Container Terminal (AGCT), International Container Terminal Services Inc.’s (ICTSI) operation in Croatia, has presented its new super post-Panamax quay cranes, which will increase handling capacity and support larger …