On February 27th, Captain Gilbert Garcia, Ms. Anya de Leon, Ms. Maxine Francisco, and Chief Engineer Mansor, representing Senator Crewing Manila, along with Mr. Tychonas Agisilaou, the owner’s representative of Columbia Shipmanagement Manila, extended their gratitude to Administrator Sonia Malaluan for graciously accepting their courtesy visit request.
The discussions during the meeting were pivotal, focusing on the trajectory of the Philippine maritime industry. Key areas of emphasis included the development of the merchant fleet and the nurturing of a highly skilled Filipino maritime workforce. With the recent approval of the Maritime Industry Development Program (MIDP) 2028, there is a sense of optimism about the industry’s outlook.
Administrator Sonia Malaluan concluded the meeting on a positive note, indicating her willingness to entertain invitations from various manning sectors. She underscored the potential mutual benefits for MARINA and Filipino seafarers through such collaborations.
At Senator Crewing Manila, collaboration is valued in addressing future opportunities and challenges. Emphasizing a collective approach, we endeavor to forge stronger ties between the private and public sectors to achieve a common goal. By uniting our efforts, we can navigate the waters ahead and steer towards a brighter and more sustainable future for all stakeholders involved.
