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M/V Antonia 2, the only operational ship in Aleson Shipping Lines Inc.’s 34-vessel fleet, clears safety inspection to resume passenger and cargo operations in Western Mindanao. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)

MARINA clears M/V Antonia 2 for service, maintains fleet suspension

By Genivi Verdejo - August 19, 2026

READY TO SHAPE THE PHILIPPINES’ CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE?
Join The Manila Times’ Winds of Change: Building the Maritime Supply Chain for Philippine Offshore Wind Forum on Aug. 27, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Citadines Bay City Manila. PHOTO FROM TMT

TMT forum to tackle offshore wind exploration

August 19, 2026

From left: Sharon Musngi-Ngo, business unit head of 2GO Sea Solutions; Ethel Concepcion, head of 2GO Corporate Marketing and Communications; Assistant Regional Director Evelyn Nacario-Castro of the Department of Economy, Planning and Development; Felix Taguiam, regional governor for Central Visayas of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry; President Regan Rex King of the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Faye Alonzo, business unit head of 2GO Forwarding; and Francis Chua, business unit head of 2GO Travel. PHOTO FROM 2GO

2GO, stakeholders discuss regional shipping schedules

August 19, 2026

Japan Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Kaneko Yasushi (center) joins officials from Japan, MOL, and MMMA during his visit to the MOL Magsaysay Maritime Academy in Dasmariñas, Cavite, on Aug. 12, 2026. Also in photo are Magsaysay MOL Marine Inc. Director Capt. Masaya Itano, MOL Chief Country Representative Goro Yamashita, MMMA Chairman Marlon Roño, MMMA President Dr. Alex Enriquez, and MMMA Adviser Shigeki Sakamoto. PHOTO FROM MAGSAYSAY

Japan Transport chief visits MOL Magsaysay Maritime Academy, hails Filipino seafarers

August 19, 2026

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Philmarcon returns, sets sight on seafarer welfare protection

August 19, 2026

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FastCat crew help rescue 3 South Korean divers

By CIH - August 19, 2026

Keeping global supply chains moving forward requires true dedication every single day. PHOTO FROM C. H. ROBINSON

Global ocean freight rates ease but network disruptions persist

By Genivi Verdejo - August 19, 2026

ALFI/ILFA leaders and EJMT executives meet in Lamongan to boost East Java–Eastern Indonesia cargo connectivity. PHOTO FROM ICTSI

ICTSI’s EJMT, forwarders partner to boost East Java–Eastern Indonesia trade

By Genivi Verdejo - August 19, 2026

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The water defenders

By Ambassador Carlos Salinas - August 19, 2026

Marina Administrator Sonia Malaluan and San Agustin Mayor Aaron Madrona lead local and agency officials during the MOU signing on Aug. 13, 2026. The historic agreement establishes a new Marina Region 4B satellite office in San Agustin, Romblon, set to open in September 2026, to deliver accessible maritime regulatory services to the province's coastal communities.

Marina, San Agustin LGU partner for Romblon satellite office

By Genivi Verdejo - August 19, 2026

Key industry leaders and government officials join hands during the groundbreaking ceremony for the United Marine Green Energy Center in Manila on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026. (Photo Credit: MARINA)

UMTC launches 'Green Energy Center' to train Filipino seafarers for zero-emission shipping

By Carmela I. Huelar - August 18, 2026

The nine returning members of the M/V Rostrum Optima, who arrived in the country via Istanbul, Turkey on Aug. 15, 2026. PHOTO BY THE DEPARTMENT OF MIGRANT WORKERS

9 Pinoy seafarers from Rostrum Optima return home

By Aric John Sy Cua - August 15, 2026

As tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, the UN Human Rights Office and the Philippines stand firm: civilian crews are protected under International Humanitarian Law. Photo by: Duncan Torres

UN & PH demand action to protect stranded eafarers

By Carmela I. Huelar - August 14, 2026

JLT Customs Brokerage, DTI Bataan, and CITI Philippines invite importers to a free Post-Clearance Audit Masterclass on Sept. 2 (9 AM–12 PM) at The Bunker, Bataan, and via Zoom. PHOTO BY JLTCB

JLTCB, DTI Bataan, and CITI Philippines partner to build audit-ready import practices

By Carmela I. Huelar - August 12, 2026

Container vessel NC BREDA at Rio Brasil Terminal during its inaugural call for Norcoast’s new cabotage service. PHOTO FROM ICTSI

Rio Brasil Terminal enhances coastal shipping connections via the Norcoast route

By Genivi Verdejo - August 12, 2026

Members and agency representatives of the Inter-Agency Coordinating Committee to Facilitate the Ratification of/Accession to and Implementation of Maritime Conventions convene during their first hybrid meeting of 2026 to approve key resolutions on international maritime standards. PHOTO FROM MARINA

PH fast-tracks treaties for maritime safety

By Genivi Verdejo and Carmela I. Huelar - August 12, 2026

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The face of loyalty and professionalism

By Yashika F. Torib - August 12, 2026

Led by Mayor Walter 'Bong' Marquez and FastCat’s Mary Ann Pastrana, Sablayan launched a maritime initiative introducing local fisherfolk to hands-on Kongsberg Simulator training. The state-of-the-art facility builds essential navigation and sea safety skills to strengthen coastal livelihoods and marine protection. APFC PHOTO

Sablayan LGU, FastCat launch maritime and fisheries initiative

By Carmela I. Huelar - August 12, 2026

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Turkey restricts Black Sea ships over war

By Yashika F. Torib - August 12, 2026

n The Strait of Hormuz TMT FILE PHOTO n The newly launched M/V Lite Ferry Twenty navigates its route following its official deployment into service, providing upgraded passenger and cargo capacity along the strategic Batangas–Caticlan sea corridor. MARINA PHOTO

Pioneer status boosts Lite Shipping expansion

By Genivi Verdejo and Yashika F. Torib - August 12, 2026

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M/V Antonia 2, the only operational ship in Aleson Shipping Lines Inc.’s 34-vessel fleet, clears safety inspection to resume passenger and cargo operations in Western Mindanao. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)

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