MARINO PH
Your Maritime Digital Hub
MANILA, Philippines — MARINO PH has established itself as the largest digital maritime media platform in the Philippines, building a nationwide and international audience centered on Filipino seafarers and the maritime industry. The organization now has more than 2.7 million followers on Facebook, while its official website, www.marinoph.com, has more than 900,000 subscribers and readers. Its digital presence is supported by strong social media reach and engagement, allowing maritime news, government advisories, industry developments, educational materials, employment information, and seafarer welfare updates to reach audiences in the Philippines and overseas. The MARINO PH website identifies the organization as the country’s largest maritime community and operates as a dedicated digital hub for maritime news, events, educational information, and other industry content.
A tropical cyclone is a powerful rotating weather system that develops over warm ocean waters. Its main features include the eye, eyewall, spiral rainbands, inflow, and outflow. The eye is generally calm, while the surrounding eyewall produces the strongest winds and heaviest rainfall. Spiral rainbands extend outward, bringing thunderstorms and gusty winds across a wide area.
UNITED STATES — The administration of President Donald Trump announced the America First Seafood Strategy on October 23, 2026, outlining plans to strengthen the country’s commercial fishing industry, modernize fishing vessels, increase domestic seafood production, and improve market opportunities for American fishermen. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the strategy focuses on upgrading fishing fleets, shipyards, ports, cold storage facilities, and seafood processing plants. Federal agencies will also review existing financing programs and simplify permitting procedures to encourage private investment in safer and more efficient American-built fishing vessels.
Record Tanker Freight Rates Threaten to Push U.S. Oil Exports to Asia to Seven-Year Low
UNITED STATES — Rising tanker freight rates are threatening to push U.S. crude oil exports to Asia to their lowest level in seven years, as disruptions linked to the conflict involving Iran continue to affect global shipping. Higher transportation costs have made American crude oil less competitive for Asian refiners, reducing demand for long-distance shipments. According to market traders, Asian refinery orders for U.S. crude oil scheduled for November delivery have declined by approximately 50% to between 24 million and 26 million barrels. Ship-tracking data from Kpler and Vortexa indicate that shipments could reach a seven-year low if the current purchasing trend continues through October.
Two Cargo Ships Hit by Drones in Black Sea, One Sinks; 11 Seafarers Missing
Black Sea, Bulgaria — Two merchant vessels were reportedly struck by drones off Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast on October 13, leaving one ship sunk and 11 seafarers missing, according to reports citing Bulgarian authorities. The Guinea-Bissau-flagged cargo vessel HS Dignity reportedly sank following the attack. Of its 16 crew members, five were rescued, while search and rescue operations continued for the remaining 11. The Malta-flagged Chelsea 3 was also reportedly struck, but all 15 crew members were evacuated. Several sustained injuries.
Saudi Arabia Strikes Houthi Targets as Red Sea War Escalates
The Saudi-led coalition said it struck fuel facilities in Yemen on October 13, including the Al-Sabaha depot west of the capital, Sanaa. The operation followed a warning from coalition spokesman Major General Turki Al-Maliki urging civilians to leave the depot before the attack. The coalition said its targets included fuel storage sites and facilities used to transport and unload fuel in Sanaa, Hodeidah and Dhamar. It alleged that the Houthis used these resources to support missile and drone attacks against Saudi Arabia and commercial vessels in the Red Sea. These claims were not independently verified.
MANILA, Philippines — Kongsberg Maritime successfully concluded its SimConnect Asia & Pacific Simulation User Conference 2026 on October 23 at Citadines Bay City Hotel in Manila, bringing together maritime professionals, industry leaders, training institutions, regulators, and other key stakeholders. The conference served as a platform for discussing technological advancements, maritime education, and the evolving requirements of the global shipping industry. Highlighting 50 years of maritime simulation excellence, the gathering emphasized the importance of innovation in preparing seafarers for increasingly complex shipboard operations. The event also encouraged stronger cooperation among maritime organizations committed to improving training quality, competency assessment, and operational safety.
TAGUIG CITY, Philippines — Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global 2026 successfully concluded its three-day international conference held from October 20 to 22, 2026, at Shangri-La The Fort, Bonifacio Global City, bringing together maritime executives, shipowners, ship managers, government regulators, maritime training institutions, and industry stakeholders from across the world. The international gathering served as a platform for strengthening maritime cooperation, addressing workforce challenges, and advancing initiatives focused on seafarer welfare, professional development, and the future of global shipping. Featuring expert-led discussions, industry exhibitions, networking activities, and recognition ceremonies, the conference highlighted the maritime sector’s continuing commitment to innovation, sustainability, and human resource development. The successful gathering also reinforced the Philippines’ important role as a major supplier of skilled maritime professionals to the international shipping industry.
Final Day of Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global 2026 Successfully Concludes in Manila
TAGUIG CITY, Philippines — The third and final day of Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global 2026 successfully concluded on October 22 at Shangri-La The Fort, Bonifacio Global City, marking the completion of the international maritime conference. The concluding sessions brought together maritime executives, industry experts, shipping representatives, and stakeholders to address critical issues affecting seafarer welfare, working conditions, and the future of the global maritime workforce.
TAGUIG CITY, Philippines — Del Rosario & Del Rosario Law Offices, one of the Philippines’ established maritime law firms, celebrated its 49th anniversary with a thanksgiving reception on October 22, 2026, at the DelRosarioLaw Centre in Bonifacio Global City, marking nearly five decades of legal service and contributions to the maritime industry.
CPR, or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when a person is unresponsive and not breathing normally or has no signs of circulation. It combines chest compressions and, when appropriate, rescue breaths to help keep blood and oxygen flowing to the brain and other vital organs until the heart starts working again or professional medical help arrives. For an adult, CPR generally uses 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths, repeated at a rate of 100–120 compressions per minute. An AED should be used as soon as it becomes available.
Navigate with awareness and confidence! Understanding the zone of approach helps mariners recognize how vessels meet, cross, and overtake—building the awareness needed to assess potential collision risks.
Lines of Latitude and Longitude
Latitude and longitude are imaginary reference lines used to determine the exact position of any place on Earth. They form the basis of the geographic coordinate system and are widely used in navigation, mapping, surveying, and positioning. For seafarers, understanding latitude and longitude is essential for plotting a vessel’s position, planning routes, and maintaining safe navigation at sea.
PARTS OF A TYPICAL STOCKLESS ANCHOR
A stockless anchor is designed for modern ships due to its compact shape, strong holding power, and easy handling. Each part, including the shank, fluke, crown, and anchor shackle, has a specific function that helps secure vessels safely during anchoring operations. Understanding anchor components is essential for every seafarer.
