The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) have reinforced their maritime cooperation during the 4th PCG-MARINA Forum held on July 2 in Cebu City, focusing on improved safety, regulatory compliance, and responsive maritime governance.
PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan and MARINA Officer-in-Charge Administrator Sonia Malaluan led the forum, which aligns with the administration’s campaign for more efficient public service delivery. Discussions centered on resolving issues involving supernumerary personnel aboard Philippine-chartered specialized vessels, as well as gaps in onboard training programs.
MARINA’s Advisory No. 2025-09, which outlines regulations on supernumeraries in Philippine-registered domestic ships, and a joint memorandum circular on domestic passenger vessel capacity limits, were key points of deliberation. Commodore Rejard Marfe, commander of the PCG District Southwestern Mindanao, also presented updates on the Coast Guard’s expanded operations and maritime law enforcement in BARMM.
Officials emphasized the importance of seamless coordination in advancing public safety, regional integration, and sustainable maritime development. The annual forum serves as a platform for aligning PCG and MARINA strategies to meet evolving maritime challenges and uphold national interests.
