Marina Region IV

01/07/2025

𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂:

We are pleased to inform you that effective today 01 July 2025, all transactions under the Shipyards Regulation Section (SRS) and the Domestic Shipping Section (DSS) systems CAN NOW BE PROCESSED through MARINA BEST.

For information and guidance of all concerned.

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26/06/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐌𝐏 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

The MARINA Regional Office IV in Batangas headed by Engr. Rizal J. Victoria conducted a comprehensive CMP Theoretical Assessment, which included evaluations on MAP, MIP, BC3, and MDM2 today, 26 June 2025. A total of 14 participants took part in this critical assessment, aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge required for maritime safety and operations.

In a separate initiative, the MARINA Palawan Extension Office successfully held a Mobile Basic Safety Training (MBST) session, offering both practical demonstrations and assessments. This event, which focused on the hands-on application of maritime safety protocols, saw 22 attendees participate in various training. The practical demonstrations provided valuable real-world scenarios, ensuring that maritime professionals are well-prepared to respond to emergencies and enhance safety measures.

Both events are part of MARINA's ongoing commitment to strengthen the capabilities of maritime workers, improve safety standards, and uphold best practices in the Philippine maritime industry.

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25/06/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐫 2025 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞 "𝐌𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐩"

Batangas City, June 25, 2025 — The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Regional Office IV, headed by Engr. Rizal J. Victoria, joined the global observance of the Day of the Seafarer with the theme "My Harassment-Free Ship", honoring the contributions and sacrifices of Filipino seafarers in the maritime industry.

The celebration began with a Holy Mass, setting a solemn and meaningful tone for the event. This was followed by the official opening program, which commenced with the Entrance of Colors led by the Lyceum International Maritime Academy—a symbol of unity, discipline, and maritime pride.

In his opening remarks, Engr. Victoria emphasized the importance of recognizing the crucial role of seafarers, referring to them as the "modern-day heroes" who keep the global economy moving. He also highlighted the need for continued advocacy in creating safe, respectful, and harassment-free working environments for all maritime professionals.

The event featured a series of activities aimed at supporting the health and well-being of seafarers and the maritime community. These included a Bloodletting Activity in partnership with the local Red Cross, a Dental Mission, and a Film Viewing that focused on maritime awareness and issues faced by seafarers at sea.

As the event concluded, MARINA Regional Office IV reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rights, welfare, and dignity of every Filipino seafarer. The celebration served not only as a tribute, but also as a reminder of the collective responsibility to create ships and workplaces that are safe, inclusive, and free from harassment. With strengthened collaboration among stakeholders, MARINA continues to pave the way toward a more humane and empowered maritime workforce.

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24/06/2025

⚓ Happy Day of the Filipino Seafarer! 🇵🇭

Today, we honor the dedication, resilience, and invaluable contributions of our Filipino seafarers to the global maritime industry.

In line with the 2025 international theme, “My Harassment-Free Ship,” this year’s celebration puts the spotlight on creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all seafarers.

The MARINA marks this special day with a meaningful celebration, featuring a symposium, a job fair, and the oath taking of our new Harbor Pilots and Merchant Marine Officers.

Mabuhay ang mga Pilipinog marino!

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⚓ Happy Day of the Filipino Seafarer! 🇵🇭

Today, we honor the dedication, resilience, and invaluable contributions of our Filipino seafarers to the global maritime industry.

In line with the 2025 international theme, “My Harassment-Free Ship,” this year’s celebration puts the spotlight on creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all seafarers.

The MARINA marks this special day with a meaningful celebration, featuring a symposium, a job fair, and the oath taking of our new Harbor Pilots and Merchant Marine Officers.

Mabuhay ang mga Pilipinong marino!

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20/06/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐌𝐁𝐒𝐓) 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐬

Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Regional Office IV, under the leadership of Engr. Rizal J. Victoria, successfully conducted the Modified Basic Safety Training (MBST) on 18-20 June 2025 at the MRO IV in Batangas.

Organized by the Seafare’s Documentation Section (SDS), the two-day training session saw the active participation of 37 boat captains and motormen from various maritime sectors. The training aimed to enhance safety protocols, equip seafarers with essential life-saving skills, and ensure that maritime personnel meet the regulatory standards for safety at sea.

The success of this training marks another significant milestone in the ongoing efforts by MARINA to ensure that maritime workers in the region are well-prepared for any safety challenges they may face in their line of duty.

As maritime operations continue to grow and evolve, MARINA remains committed to enhancing the skills and preparedness of seafarers through more training and education programs aimed at reducing maritime accidents and ensuring a safer, more sustainable maritime environment.

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16/06/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐝-𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐮𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚

Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro | June 13–15, 2025 — The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Regional Office IV, under the leadership of Regional Director Engr. Rizal J. Victoria, successfully conducted its 2025 Mid-Year Performance Assessment and Target Setting, alongside a Gender and Development (GAD) workshop and team building activities, at the Marco Vincent Dive Resort in White Beach, Puerto Galera.

The three-day event served as a vital platform to evaluate the accomplishments of each unit within the office for the first half of 2025. Presentations were delivered by the Seafarer Documentation Section, Maritime Technical Section, Palawan Extension Office, Coron Satellite Unit, Calapan Satellite Unit, Lucena Extension Office, Shipping and Franchising Section, Office of the Regional Director, Legal Section, and Administrative and Finance Section.

Each unit highlighted its key achievements, identified operational challenges, and outlined strategic priorities for the remainder of the year—promoting accountability, transparency, and alignment of goals across the organization.

A dedicated session on Gender and Development (GAD) reaffirmed MARINA’s commitment to gender inclusivity, empowerment, and workplace equality. Meanwhile, team building activities further strengthened camaraderie, communication, and collaboration among personnel.

The 2025 Mid-Year Assessment exemplified MARINA Regional Office IV’s dedication to continuous improvement and effective service delivery. With a reinvigorated team and a clear roadmap ahead, the office is poised to achieve its year-end targets and advance its mission of serving the maritime community.

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16/06/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐈𝐃/𝐒𝐑𝐁 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧, 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐨

09-11 June 2025, MARINA Regional Office IV led by Engr. Rizal J. Victoria, through its Seafarers Documentation Section, successfully conducted a comprehensive SID/SRB Mobile Processing event in Southwestern College of Maritime Business and Technology Inc. (SCMBTI), Calapan, Oriental Mindoro, benefiting a total of 99 participants. This mobile processing initiative aimed to streamline and expedite the processing of maritime-related documents for the region's aspiring maritime professionals.

The event, Seafarers Documentation Section, was held at the college’s facilities, welcoming the maritime students. It offered participants the opportunity to process and update their Seafarer’s Identification Document (SID) and Seafarer's Record Book (SRB), which are essential for maritime employment.

The SID/SRB Mobile Processing event serves as a vital resource for future seafarers and maritime professionals, ensuring they are equipped with the proper documentation to pursue employment opportunities both locally and internationally.

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11/06/2025

𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂:

The MARINA Regional Office IV will be conducting the Modified Basic Safety Training (MBST) for the 2nd Quarter of CY 2025, scheduled on 18–20 June 2025. This training is intended for Boat Captains and Motormen.

The training will be held at:
MARINA Regional Office IV - Training Room, Hinch Building II, Apacible Street, Barangay 10, Batangas City

For inquiries, please contact us via:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0956 574 5554

This notice is issued for the information and guidance of all concerned.

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10/06/2025

𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐨𝐛𝐨 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕

Today, 10 June 2025, the Local Government Unit of Lobo, Batangas visited MARINA Regional Office IV led by Engr. Rizal J. Victoria to address pressing concerns involving guidelines, requirements, and safety protocols that affect local boat operators and stakeholders.

The LGU representatives raised questions about inspection procedures and compliance standards amid increasing maritime activities in the area. MARINA IV officials provided clarification and expressed their commitment to support Lobo’s efforts to promote safe and sustainable maritime practices.

The meeting signifies the proactive stance of Lobo LGU in aligning with national regulations and underscores the importance of regular consultations to ensure effective maritime governance and safety compliance in local communities.

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10/06/2025

𝐋𝐆𝐔 - 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐚𝐧, 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐈𝐕 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

On 4 June 2025, officials from the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Kalayaan, Palawan paid a courtesy visit to MARINA Regional Office IV headed by Engr. Rizal J. Victoria to discuss Resolution No. 287-015 of 2025, which seeks free training and licensing seminars for boat captains and motormen stationed in Pag-asa Island.

The meeting was highlighted by the expression of gratitude from Hon. Beltzasar S. Alindogan, Vice Mayor of Kalayaan, to MARINA for considering their request. The discussion resulted in positive developments, as Atty. Ivy Audrey D. Telegatos-Fampo, Chief-of-Staff of MRO IV, along with the Section Heads, provided technical assistance and set a tentative schedule for the training initiative.

The partnership between MARINA and the Kalayaan LGU marks a strategic step in empowering remote island communities, enhancing local maritime competence, and ensuring safer sea transport in the West Philippine Sea.

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06/06/2025

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) extends its heartfelt greetings to our Muslim brothers and sisters on the blessed occasion of Eid al-Adha.

More than just a feast, Eid al-Adha is a profound celebration of faith, sacrifice, and compassion. May this sacred day bring answered prayers, abundant blessings, stronger bonds, lasting peace, and love that knows no bounds.

Eid Mubarak! 🌙✨

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