Marshall Islands Registry Marks 10 Years of Excellence

The Marshall Islands Registry commemorated the 10th anniversary of its Manila office with a milestone celebration held at Lansons Place in Pasay City. The event brought together registry executives, employees, maritime industry stakeholders, and business partners to celebrate a decade of growth and service in the Philippines. Since its establishment in 2015, the Manila office has become a key operational hub for the registry’s Asia-Pacific network, supporting one of the world’s largest and most trusted ship registries. Over the years, it has strengthened partnerships with shipping companies, manning agencies, and maritime organizations across the region, playing a vital role in enhancing the Philippines’ standing in global shipping. During the ceremony, employees who have been with the organization since its inception received the 10-Year Loyalty Award in recognition of their dedication and commitment. Industry partners and stakeholders were also honored for their continued collaboration and contributions to the registry’s success and to the advancement of the Philippine maritime industry.

BEACON 2025: Maritime Industry Unites for Innovation and Growth at SMX Convention Center

A Grand Opening for Maritime Excellence The much-awaited BEACON 2025 – Maritime League Expo officially opened its doors at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, marking one of the most significant gatherings of the maritime sector this year. Running from September 29 to October 1, 2025, the three-day event brought together a diverse mix of government executives, maritime leaders, manning agencies, shipping companies, training centers, and thousands of Filipino seafarers—all sharing one mission: to drive the maritime industry toward innovation and sustainability. Organized under the theme “Innovation, Collaboration, and Opportunities,” BEACON 2025 embodied the spirit of progress that continues to propel the Philippine maritime sector forward.

Marino World Manning Expo & Conference 2025: Shaping the Future of Seafaring and Global Manning

A Two-Day Gathering for the Maritime Industry The Marino World Manning Expo & Conference 2025 is set to bring together the global maritime community for two days of dialogue, innovation, and collaboration on September 30 and October 1, 2025. The event promises to be a pivotal moment for seafarers, manning agencies, shipping companies, and maritime educators as they discuss the evolving landscape of seafaring in a rapidly changing world. Hosted in the Philippines home to one of the world’s largest pools of maritime professionals the expo serves as a hub where voices from both sea and shore converge to shape the industry’s future.

TOMSP 2025 Awarding Ceremonies

Honoring the Future Leaders of the Sea The maritime community once again gathered in solidarity and celebration at the ALU-APSU-ITF Building, Cubao, Quezon City, on September 28, 2025, for the awarding of the Ten Outstanding Maritime Students of the Philippines (TOMSP) 2025. Now firmly established as one of the most anticipated recognition programs in maritime education, TOMSP continues to shine a spotlight on the youth who embody excellence, leadership, and service. This year’s edition drew representatives from maritime institutions, manning agencies, labor groups, and government offices. Together, they reaffirmed their shared commitment to nurturing the next generation of Filipino maritime professionals—individuals who will uphold the country’s reputation as a global leader in seafaring.