RoRo fleet modernization, improved ship registry among recommended priorities at Marina

Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) administrator Dr. Maximo Mejia, Jr. is offering up a list of priority programs for the next head of the agency.…

PH carriers asked to cut rates to reflect reduced oil costs

It’s time for Philippine shipping lines to cut their rates since fuel prices are now at the lowest they have been in a dozen…

BOC, Marina chiefs issue warning against fraudsters

The heads of two Philippine agencies—Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) and Bureau of Customs (BOC)—are warning their employees as well as stakeholders about “unscrupulous” individuals…

PH shipping lines asked to cut cargo, passenger rates

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has once again directed Philippine shipping lines to adjust their passenger and cargo rates due to the continuing decline in global…

DOTC: MARINA’s Mejia most qualified to lead IMO

The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) is backing the candidacy of Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) administrator Dr. Maximo Mejia, Jr. for the post…

DTI: Marina may regulate foreign liners’ local charges

There is legal basis for the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) to regulate local charges of international carriers, according to the Department of Trade and…

Mejia bid as IMO chief backed

The Philippines will be taking further steps in the global maritime industry if Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) Administrator Dr. Maximo Mejia, Jr. is elected…