The Philippine Navy marked a significant milestone on November 12 with the launch of the BRP Albert Majini (PG-909), the first locally assembled Fast Attack Interdiction Craft-Missile (FAIC-M), at the naval shipyard in Cavite City. Read more »
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. recently signed two landmark laws—Republic Act No. 12064, the Philippine Maritime Zones Act, and Republic Act No. 12065, the Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act—further solidifying the country’s control over its vast maritime domain. Read more »
The International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) is building the Luzon International Container Terminal (LICT) in Bauan, Batangas, with completion scheduled for 2028. Read more »
The Department of National Defense (DND) has proposed a budget of PHP 344.426 billion for Fiscal Year 2025, highlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening national defense. Read more »
On Monday, September 23, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. signed into law the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers (Republic Act No. 12021), a significant step towards enhancing the rights and protections for more than half a million Filipino seafarers. Read more »
The long-awaited resumption of passenger ship services between Cebu and Tacloban has finally arrived, offering a new, budget-friendly travel option. Read more »
