Usapang Maritime

13/11/2025

30/10/2025

𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐛𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐎𝐏 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐂 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

STEP 1: Login to your MISMO Account at
https://online-appointment.marina.gov.ph/

STEP 2: Click “Select Transaction”
STEP 3: Select your desired transaction under the “Certification” tab.
Select the category (Issuance, Revalidation, Replacement)
Select Class (COP)
Select either BASIC TRAINING or BASIC TRAINING REVISED OR WITH UPDATING PSSR on Select Function drop down.

Note: BASIC TRAINING - for seafarers who have taken the OLD Basic Training (64 hrs).

BASIC TRAINING REVISED OR WITH UPDATING PSSR - for seafarers who have taken the Revised BT (72 hrs); or holders of valid COP in BT and have taken the Updating Training PSSR; or have taken old Basic Training (64 hrs) and the Updating Training PSSR.

STEP 4: Click Add Attachment to upload all the necessary requirements. Once completed, click the Submit button.

STEP 5: Select appointment or the date of your evaluation.

STEP 6: Select your date of evaluation , and once you have made your selection, simply click the Proceed button.

STEP 7: Your application is now under final evaluation. Please monitor your MISMO account for updates and the status of your application. No physical appearance is required.

05/10/2025

21/09/2025

Let us unite in supporting the people’s initiative against corruption—regardless of color, belief, or political affiliation. This is a firm stand against wrongdoing. Enough is enough!

Usapang Maritime proudly joins this campaign to say NO to corruption. Today, you have a choice: Will you stand with what is right, or remain silent? Let us show these corrupt individuals that we, Filipinos, stand as ONE! — Engr. Art Serafico

10/09/2025

Idemitsu Tanker Crew Seminar

Last July 29 & 30, an Idemitsu Tanker Crew Conference was held simultaneously in three different locations: Manila, Cebu, and Iloilo.

With the core objective of promoting physical and mental awareness, I was tasked to speak on the topic “How to Adapt to Seafarers’ Life Onboard.” This time, the conference took place at Robert Hall, MIHCA, Times Plaza Building, Manila, with a simultaneous live feed in Cebu to cover seafarers in that area, as well as in Iloilo for both Iloilo- and Bacolod-based vacationing seafarers.

I was given the opportunity to speak before 31 seafarers and discuss with them their perspectives on onboard scenarios. This was my second opportunity to present on behalf of the company, in front of the seafarers and representatives from Idemitsu Tanker: Director Ichiro Ishikawa, General Manager of the Marine Technical Department, Capt. Kozo Noma, Capt. So Ishii, and 1st Engineer Suzawa.

The intent of the conference was to reach out to their crew and provide updates on company-sponsored HMO benefits, technical matters related to ship operations, and the emotional well-being of their crew.

Regarding emotional and psychological well-being, topics such as sexual harassment and bullying were discussed, as the company strongly advocates against these. The conference also aimed to raise awareness and share coping mechanisms that seafarers can apply in addressing generation gaps, social media concerns, and family matters.

I am very grateful for the opportunity given to me by Idemitsu Tanker to speak, interact, and hopefully touch the hearts of the seafarers.

26/08/2025

𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘

𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗿. 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗼 𝗩. 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗼 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗦𝗠 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀

It has come to our attention that the name of Mr. Artemio V. Serafico is being used in association with TSM Maritime Services along with a logo that is not the official corporate emblem of TSM Maritime. The version being circulated is of poor quality (pixelated, improperly formatted, and not aligned with corporate standards), and should not be recognized as a legitimate representation of the company.

For clarification, Mr. Artemio V. Serafico is no longer connected with TSM Maritime Services. He previously served as President of the said organization but has since moved on. He is now serving as the General Manager of Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell Manning, Inc.

We strongly advise the public, stakeholders, and industry partners to disregard any material or announcement using Mr. Serafico’s name under TSM Maritime Services, especially if accompanied by unofficial or distorted logos.

In line with this, we also caution all seafarers and applicants to be vigilant and avoid becoming victims of illegitimate recruitment agencies that misuse the names of former executives or reputable companies to persuade candidates. Always verify the legitimacy of recruitment offers through official company channels and ensure that any communication comes from accredited and duly registered manning agencies.

15/08/2025

Ikaw ba ay isang Allottee or Beneficiary?

29/04/2025

Demonizing the Magna Carta? Fake news yarn? 👿👹

15/04/2025

You will have your turn. 🌊