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Marino World is celebrating its 20 years in the industry with a major project – the Marino World Manning Expo and Conference (MWMEC) 2025, which will be held at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City from September 29 to October 1, 2025. &nbsp;Themed “Shaping the Future of Filipino Seafarers for Sustainable Shipping,” MWMEC will bring together seafarers and their families, cadets, shipowners and ship managers, maritime executives and staff, educators and trainers, government officials and employees, and service providers and suppliers to network, discuss and collaborate for the development and empowerment of our seafarers who are the heart and soul of the maritime industry. &nbsp;MWMEC’s conference sessions aim to address not only the lingering concerns but also the future challenges in the employment of our Filipino seafarers, anticipating the shipping’s huge transformation with the coming of new fuels, digitalization and automation. &nbsp;The Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers will be revisited after one year of implementation, and stakeholders will discuss critical issues on criminalization of seafarers. The official event partners will also co-host industry dialogues and networking sessions. &nbsp;At the exhibition hall, seafarers can explore job opportunities with the recruitment activities,&nbsp; authorized and supported by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Products and services for the seafarers and their families will also be displayed and presented at the event. &nbsp;MWMEC promises to be a collaborative gathering between seafarers, employers, and the government to help the Philippines become more robust in the face of future global shipping issues. &nbsp;MWMEC is happening simultaneously with The Maritime League’s Blue Economy Annual Trade and Conference (BEACON 2025). &nbsp;For MWMEC sponsorships and exhibit space, call 0956-4892192 or email marinoworldpublication@gmail.com. &nbsp;

Marino World Celebrates 20-Year Milestone, Launches Manning Expo and Conference at SMX

Marino World is celebrating its 20 years in the industry with a major project – the Marino World Manning Expo and Conference (MWMEC) 2025, which will be held at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City from September 29 to October 1, 2025.



Themed “Shaping the Future of Filipino Seafarers for Sustainable Shipping,” MWMEC will bring together seafarers and their families, cadets, shipowners and ship managers, maritime executives and staff, educators and trainers, government officials and employees, and service providers and suppliers to network, discuss and collaborate for the development and empowerment of our seafarers who are the heart and soul of the maritime industry.

Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Administrator Sonia Malaluan appealed to Filipino seafarers to thoroughly read and understand the requirements and procedures for processing their documents, as the agency continues to face challenges due to incomplete or unqualified applications.&nbsp;Speaking during a Philippine Information Agency (PIA) press conference on 25 April 2025, Administrator Malaluan addressed the thousands of applications received by MARINA daily, many of which, she said are either lacking in necessary documents or do not meet qualifications. “Aapila po ako sa ating mga seafarers na basahin po nating mabuti kung ano ang mga kinakailangan ninyong mga dokumento at proseso. Sa libo-libong applications na natatanggap namin, marami po roon ang kulang ang dokumento o hindi sila qualified kaya tumatagal ang proseso,” Administrator Malaluan said.&nbsp; Administrator Malaluan also emphasized that many assume submission alone guarantees approval, when in reality, it slows down the process if requirements are incomplete. To address the issue, the MARINA has been continuously enhancing its digital platforms and resources, including the development of new portals and information materials aimed at guiding seafarers step-by-step through the application process. “It’s a big help if everything is read and understood first,” she pointed out. &nbsp; The MARINA chief assured the public that the agency remains committed to streamlining processes, but stressed that seafarers’ cooperation is crucial to avoid unnecessary delays in securing their documents.&nbsp;

MARINA urges seafarers to complete requirements

Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Administrator Sonia Malaluan appealed to Filipino seafarers to thoroughly read and understand the requirements and procedures for processing their documents, as the agency continues to face challenges due to incomplete or unqualified applications.



Speaking during a Philippine Information Agency (PIA) press conference on 25 April 2025, Administrator Malaluan addressed the thousands of applications received by MARINA daily, many of which, she said are either lacking in necessary documents or do not meet qualifications.

The World Shipping Council (WSC) voiced serious concerns regarding the port fee regime announced by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), cautioning that the measures could undermine American trade, hurt U.S. producers, and weaken efforts to strengthen the nation’s maritime industry.&nbsp;“Revitalizing America’s maritime sector is an important and widely shared goal — one that requires a long-term, legislative and industrial strategy. We welcomed the vision outlined in the President’s Executive Order, which proposes targeted initiatives to strengthen U.S. shipbuilding, ports, and supply chain resilience. Unfortunately, the fee regime announced by USTR is a step in the wrong direction as it will raise prices for consumers, weaken U.S. trade and do little to revitalize the U.S. maritime industry,” said Joe Kramek, President and CEO of the World Shipping Council.&nbsp;Concerns with the USTR Fee RegimeThe World Shipping Council outlined several key concerns:&nbsp;Retroactive Port Fees: Applying fees to vessels that are already on the water offers no support for U.S. shipbuilding and, instead, risks harming American exporters — particularly farmers — at a time when global trade is facing significant strain. These backward-looking penalties disrupt long-term investment planning, introducing new costs and unpredictability for American businesses and consumers.&nbsp;Fees Calculated on NT: Structuring fees based on ship size — Net Tonnage (NT) — disproportionately penalizes larger, more efficient vessels that deliver essential goods, including components used in U.S. production lines. Nearly half of all liner shipping imports to the U.S. are used directly in domestic production processes. Increasing the cost of these shipments will reverberate through the supply chain, raising production costs for American businesses and, ultimately, for consumers. It will also penalize U.S. ports, who have made significant investments to expand their capacity to attract and handle the largest container ships serving the trade.&nbsp;Fees on car carriers: Additionally, the USTR actions this week included a new and previously unannounced fee based on Car Equivalent Unit (CEU) capacity for almost every vehicle carrier in the world.&nbsp;This arbitrary action, targeting all foreign-built vessels, will further slow U.S. economic growth and raise automobile prices for American consumers, while doing little to encourage U.S maritime investment.&nbsp;Legal and Strategic Concerns: WSC also flagged significant legal concerns, noting that the proposed fees appear to extend beyond the authority granted under U.S. trade law.The WSC is urging the Administration to reconsider this counterproductive measure, which risks harming U.S. consumers, manufacturers, and farmers without delivering meaningful progress toward revitalizing the U.S. maritime industry.&nbsp;&nbsp;A Call for Constructive SolutionsThe World Shipping Council reaffirmed its commitment to working collaboratively with the Administration and industry stakeholders on solutions that can truly strengthen the U.S. maritime sector. Constructive pathways — such as targeted investment incentives, infrastructure improvements, and streamlined regulatory processes — can deliver lasting benefits without disrupting U.S. trade or raising costs for American producers and consumers.&nbsp;It is also important to recognize that the U.S. shipbuilding sector already faces significant constraints, including a backlog of military orders and ongoing labor shortages. Similarly, a shortage of trained and certified U.S. mariners limits the potential to expand U.S.-flag shipping, even if the regulatory environment was improved.&nbsp;WSC members are proud to be integral contributors to the U.S. economy and maritime community. Liner shipping moves 65% of U.S. seaborne trade, contributes more than $2 trillion annually to the U.S. economy, and supports 6.4 million American jobs paying more than $420 billion in wages. WSC members also represent 75% of the vessels enrolled in the U.S. Maritime Security Program and bring significant shipbuilding experience and expertise to the U.S. maritime sector.&nbsp;“The World Shipping Council remains fully committed to supporting U.S. efforts to revitalize the American maritime industry,” Kramek concluded. “We urge policymakers to pursue strategies that encourage growth, strengthen supply chain resilience, and avoid actions that risk harming American exporters, producers, and consumers at a time when global trade is already under pressure.”

World Shipping Council Urges Constructive Solutions Following USTR Port Fee Announcement

The World Shipping Council (WSC) voiced serious concerns regarding the port fee regime announced by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), cautioning that the measures could undermine American trade, hurt U.S. producers, and weaken efforts to strengthen the nation’s maritime industry.

Landmark changes to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) mean seafarers are officially recognized as ‘key workers’ by the International Labour Organization (ILO).&nbsp;&nbsp;The Seafarers’ Group at the ILO led by International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) affiliates has won a raft of significant changes to seafarers’ rights in Geneva this week.&nbsp;&nbsp;Seafarers are now referenced as ‘key workers’, marking a major step forward in seafarers’ rights and coming after a week of intense negotiations between the ILO, governments, shipowners and seafarers.&nbsp;&nbsp;This new status, backed by a resolution calling for its early recognition, seeks to ensure that seafarers receive better protection, easier access to medical care and travel, and stronger support at all times.&nbsp;&nbsp;The ITF has advocated for seafarers to be recognized as key workers since the Covid-19 pandemic began in 2020.&nbsp;&nbsp;Seafarers’ Group spokesperson and ITF Seafarers’ Section Vice Chair, Mark Dickinson, said: “For the first time in any ILO instrument we have a reference in the Code to seafarers as key workers. How seafarers were treated during Covid-19 has not been forgotten, and we have made sure, as best we can, that it won’t be repeated.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We’ve also secured strong commitments from governments on the treatment of seafarers on shore leave, repatriation and access to medical care.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Among 16 proposed changes tabled by governments, shipowners and the Seafarers’ Group at the ILO Special Tripartite Committee (STC), the key focus was on enhancing support for seafarers' wellbeing, including clearer regulations for shore leave and better health protocols onboard ships.&nbsp;&nbsp;Crucially, commitments on preventing and eliminating violence and harassment have been strengthened via new MLC provisions that will seek to eradicate unacceptable behavior.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dickinson explained the changes won on hours of work and rest – which will now be discussed jointly at the ILO-International Maritime Organization (IMO) Tripartite Working Group after a resolution endorsing this passed – and the criminalization of seafarers.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We also secured a commitment to further action on hours of work and rest, and we anticipate that future discussions will address the lack of enforcement of the existing regulations and exemptions – but also, in cooperation with the IMO, review the current rest and work hour limits to reduce fatigue,” he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;“The guidelines on the Fair Treatment of Seafarers are now referenced in a mandatory standard in the Code obliging governments to take due account of the guidance covering maritime accidents and alleged crimes.&nbsp;&nbsp;“This is really significant in our continued fight against the unjust treatment and criminalization of seafarers.”&nbsp;&nbsp;At the end of the week, five further resolutions were also put forward. These included plans to extend the mandate of the ILO-IMO joint tripartite working group to continue work on ‘human element’ issues such as seafarer abandonment and fatigue.&nbsp;&nbsp;“The maritime industry faces skills, recruitment and retention crises – and seafarers will not join a fragmented industry where abuses go unchecked and where fatigue and criminalization are rife,” said ITF Seafarers’ Section Coordinator, Fabrizio Barcellona.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Seafarers must be guaranteed fulfilling careers in which all their rights are protected and respected – and this week we’ve taken another important step towards that future.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Source: ITF&nbsp;

Seafarers officially recognized as ‘key workers’ after successful Geneva negotiations

Landmark changes to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) mean seafarers are officially recognized as ‘key workers’ by the International Labour Organization (ILO). 



The Seafarers’ Group at the ILO led by International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) affiliates has won a raft of significant changes to seafarers’ rights in Geneva this week. 



Seafarers are now referenced as ‘key workers’, marking a major step forward in seafarers’ rights and coming after a week of intense negotiations between the ILO, governments, shipowners and seafarers. 



This new status, backed by a resolution calling for its early recognition, seeks to ensure that seafarers receive better protection, easier access to medical care and travel, and stronger support at all times. 

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