Philippine News

August 8 ------ Ahead of the 2026 Cargo Securing Concentrated Inspection Campaign (CIC), SQE MARINE provides practical guidance to help shipowners, operators and crews prepare for inspections and demonstrate compliance. The campaign will run from 1 September to 30 November 2026 under the Paris and Tokyo MoUs, with participating vessels assessed through an additional questionnaire during routine Port State Control inspections. The Indian Ocean, Mediterranean and Black Sea MoUs

July 19 ------ The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has called on leaders, policymakers and senior public officials, including those outside traditional maritime portfolios, to recognize shipping and seafarers as essential to socio-economic global stability. Shipping remains a critical pillar of the global economy, underpinning trade, energy security, food supply chains and crisis resilience. Around 90% of global trade is transported by sea, relying on more than 2.5 mi

March 5 ------ “VISA” — SB19’s latest single — reached another milestone as it entered the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart at No. 6, weeks after its release. P-pop powerhouse’s newest single entered the sixth spot on the World Digital Song Sales chart dated March 7, making them the Filipino artist with the most singles that entered the Billboard-owned chart. Other songs that entered the chart are “Gento,” “DAM,” “DUNGKA!”, “Burn the Flame” and “Umaaligid,” the latter

A publication by The Swedish Club, in collaboration with Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS), offers practical guidance to help seafarers and their families stay connected during periods of separation. The guide highlights the importance of building emotional resilience in children. Emotional resilience helps children cope with challenges such as separation, stress, anxiety, and loneliness. By understanding and applying practical strategies, parents can support their child