Marina Region IV

16/10/2025

16/10/2025

Hiwalay bang course ang Updating Training on BT-PSSR sa Basic Training (BT)?

Hindi. Ang Updating Training on BT-PSSR ay hindi hiwalay na kurso, kundi bahagi o component ng Basic Training (BT) mismo na nakatuon sa Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities.

Inihiwalay lamang ito sa ngayon para sa mga seafarer na mayroon ng dating BT, upang ang kukunin na lamang nila ay ang Updating Training on BT-PSSR.

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14/10/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲

Lucena City, Quezon – 4 October 2025 – The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Regional Office IV successfully conducted a Mobile Basic Safety Training from October 2 to 4, 2025, at Brgy. Cotta, Lucena City. The three-day training session saw the active participation of 19 individuals, primarily aimed at enhancing the safety awareness and preparedness of local seafarers.

The Mobile Basic Safety Training, organized by MARINA's Seafarer Documentation Section, is part of the agency's ongoing efforts to provide essential safety education and certification to maritime workers across the region. The program focuses on key areas such as fire safety, first aid, personal survival techniques, and emergency procedures, ensuring that participants are equipped with the necessary skills to handle emergencies at sea.

This mobile training initiative is particularly significant for seafarers in remote areas, allowing them to access vital safety training without the need to travel long distances. By bringing the training directly to Brgy. Cotta, MARINA aims to make safety resources more accessible and to strengthen the overall safety culture within the local maritime community.

The successful completion of the training is expected to enhance the participants' qualifications, improve their safety practices, and contribute to safer maritime operations in the region. MARINA continues to prioritize the welfare of seafarers and the enhancement of maritime safety standards in line with national regulations.

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14/10/2025

𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐑𝐨𝐱𝐚𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐬

Puerto Princesa City, Palawan – 10 October 2025 – The Local Government Unit (LGU) of Roxas, Palawan, led by local officials, visited the MARINA Regional Office IV Palawan Extension Office, headed by Atty. Maximo I. Bañares, Jr., to discuss plans to open new tourist destinations in the municipality by October 2025.

During the meeting, the Roxas LGU presented their vision for boosting tourism in the area, with a focus on sustainable and safe tourism practices. They sought guidance from MARINA on how to improve maritime safety measures, ensure proper regulations for boat operators, and safeguard the environmental integrity of the region’s coastal areas.

MARINA Regional Office IV reiterated its support for the development of safe and sustainable maritime tourism, especially in the growing tourist destinations of Palawan. The discussions focused on enhancing the readiness of local tourism infrastructures, such as boat facilities and safety protocols, to accommodate an influx of visitors while ensuring the protection of the environment.

The meeting also explored potential collaborations to strengthen the local maritime industry, improve regulatory compliance for boat operators, and ensure the safety of both tourists and locals in the region. During the discussions, the possibility of establishing a permanent MARINA office in Roxas was raised. The LGU of Roxas confirmed its offer to provide a suitable lot for the office, which would further strengthen the presence of MARINA in the region. This move aims to improve maritime governance and streamline safety and regulatory efforts as the tourism industry in the area continues to grow.

With tourism expected to increase in Roxas by October 2025, the LGU is determined to build on its natural beauty and maritime resources, ensuring that the town remains a safe and attractive destination for visitors.

MARINA's continued collaboration with the LGU of Roxas aims to align the region’s maritime operations, paving the way for a successful and sustainable tourism in Palawan.

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14/10/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐄𝐥 𝐍𝐢𝐝𝐨, 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

El Nido, Palawan – 09 October 2025 – The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) Regional Office IV, headed by Atty. Maximo I. Bañares, Jr., visited the Municipality of El Nido to engage in discussions with Mayor Edna Gacot Lim and Vice Mayor Joel Rosento regarding maritime cooperation and potential future initiatives. This visit follows the recent Provincial Resolution Nos. 20831 and 20832 s. 2025, wherein the Sangguniang Panlalawigan ng Palawan expressed the need to enhance maritime services in the northern part of the province.

During the meeting, MRO IV reaffirmed its commitment to serving the maritime stakeholders of El Nido, with a focus on improving the efficiency and accessibility of maritime services in the region. The El Nido LGU expressed its full support for the satellite office, offering ample office space, staff complement, and office equipment to ensure the effective operation of the MARINA office. This collaboration demonstrates the LGU’s commitment to enhancing maritime governance and ensuring better services for both the local maritime community and the increasing number of tourists.

The discussions also paved the way for potential collaborations between the Municipality of El Nido and MARINA in areas such as safe and sustainable maritime tourism, boatbuilding, and seafaring. Both parties expressed a shared vision of promoting maritime safety, environmental protection, and the overall development of the local maritime industry.

MARINA’s expanded presence in El Nido is expected to support local economic growth by providing more accessible maritime services and fostering a safer maritime environment for both tourists and residents.

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25/09/2025

Stay safe and dry everyone!

𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬: Provided that the Province of Batangas is currently under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 3 due to Severe Tropical Storm and as per the recommendation of the Department of the Interior and Local Government - Batangas, WORK in ALL GOVERNMENT OFFICES in the ENTIRE PROVINCE OF BATANGAS is hereby CANCELLED/SUSPENDED today, 26 September 2025.

However, frontline offices that are directly involved in disaster risk reduction and management, delivery of basic health services, as well as other vital services, SHALL MAINTAIN THEIR PHYSICAL OPERATIONS to ensure the CONTINUITY OF PUBLIC SERVICE in the province.

Furthermore, all department heads of the Provincial Government of Batangas are strongly advised to report for duty.

The suspension of work in private companies and offices is left to the sound discretion of their respective employers.





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25/09/2025

𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐔𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐋𝐔𝐄: As the clock strikes 6:00 PM, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) of the Philippines lights up in blue to join the global celebration of World Maritime Day on 25 September 2025.

With the theme “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity,” this year’s celebration highlights how the world’s oceans sustain life, enable trade, and shape our climate.

From the Philippines—Happy World Maritime Day! 💙🩵⚓️⛴️

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25/09/2025

MARINA IV Advisory No. 2025 - 03
Implementation of Precautionary Measure due to Severe Tropical Storm "Opong" (Bualoi)

Stay Safe and Dry everyone!

25/09/2025

Proud to participate in the illumination of iconic landmarks in celebration of World Maritime Day 2025!
Together, we shine a light on the vital role of the maritime industry in connecting the world, driving global trade, and safeguarding our oceans.

23/09/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 𝐎𝐍 𝐃𝐄𝐂𝐊: Mas pinadali at mas pinagaan na ang pagproseso ng requirements at certificates para sa mga wooden-hulled recreational boats sa Coron, Palawan matapos ilunsad ang 5-in-1 Safety Certificate sa mga Wooden-Hulled recreational Boats sa nasabing probinsya noong ika-21 ng Setyembre 2025.

Buhat ng pilot implementation, 215 bangka na ang nairehistro at nabigyan ng prankisa, habang 68 bangkero naman ang sumailalim sa libreng training.

Ayon kay MARINA Administrator Sonia Malaluan, tuloy ang suporta ng ahensya at bukas sila sa anumang request para sa dagdag na training—basta’t may kooperasyon sa pagpapatupad ng safety standards.

23/09/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 2025

The MARINA Regional Office IV staff under the leadership of Atty. Maximo I. Bañares, Jr., took part in the opening ceremony of the National Maritime Week 2025, held today, 23 September 2025, at the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) in Batangas. The event was hosted in collaboration with the Philippine Ports Authority and the Philippine Coast Guard.

Simultaneously, the MARINA Palawan Extension Office also took part in the activities prepared by the Philippine Ports Authority in Puerto Princesa City, reflecting the agency’s regional commitment to this nationwide celebration.

The week-long celebration officially commenced on Saturday, 20 September 2025, with a Coastal Clean-Up activity in Bauan, Batangas, followed by a Holy Mass on Sunday, 21 September 2025, to bless the week’s upcoming events.

In line with this year’s celebration, the Philippine Ports Authority has organized a series of activities throughout the week aimed at engaging maritime stakeholders and the broader community. These initiatives are focused on promoting maritime safety, environmental protection, and awareness of the maritime sector’s essential role in national development.

This observance not only strengthens inter-agency collaboration but also reaffirms the unity and shared commitment of the maritime community toward sustainable practices, safe seas, and the recognition of Filipino seafarers—our nation’s lifeblood and modern day heroes.

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