Announcement: Cancellation of 2013 Annual Allottees' Family Day

To our crew, allottees and all the members of the IOTC family, 

We regret to inform you that this year our annual Family Day will not push through. Although there is much to celebrate with you over the successes we've had these past twelve months, the recent typhoon over the Eastern Visayas Region has left most of our friends and countrymen homeless, without food and shelter.

IOTC has seen this period as a time in which our resources can be used to help those who are most needy. 

We hope you understand and if there are any instances where you would need our assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Thank you for your support and we wish you a happy holiday season"

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IOTC supports DBP Endowment for Education Program (DEEP)

The Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has established the DBP Endowment for Education Program (DEEP) to grant financial assistance to deserving high school graduates who have performed well academically but are financially challenged as the come from the ranks of underprivileged Filipino families.

In search of a continuing supply of top-caliber and highly qualified manpower support for crew operations and as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility, Island Overseas Transport Corporation (IOTC) applied with DPB as its eligible program partner.

On its 3rd year of implementation, the DEEP is supporting a total of 858 Scholars in various courses. Over 50% of scholars are into maritime education to support the huge demand for Filipino seafarers.

Qualified applicants will have to pass all qualification requirements of IOTC prior to interview by the DEEP Project Team and or designated representative.  

Click to View Informational Flyers: DEEP Scholarship Qualifications and Requirements 
Click to Download Application Form here: DEEP Application Form 

MV Yamatai Receives Certificate of Appreciation

In May, Yamatai, a module carriers operated by NYK-Hinode Line Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of NYK, which has been engaged in free ocean transport of relief supplies to the northeast region of Japan, was recognized by NYK and certificates of appreciation were granted to each crew member.

The relief supplies were collected through the First Relief Supplies Hotline, which was established by NYK and the Japan Federation of Economic Organizations.

Local governments, the All-Japan Seamen’s Union, NPOs, and other companies contributed to provide these supplies.

The vessel set sail from the port of Kobe on March 24, and arrived at the port of Hachinohe in Aomori Prefecture on March 27.

The relief supplies, which included drinking water, food, sanitary goods, and goods for daily life, equivalent to about 146 tons, were distributed to various cities upon completion of discharging.

Source: Masaki Morita. NYK Tokyo Seascope No. 289 (July 2011)

MV South Islander receives award after rescue of 27 sailors in distress

MV South Islander, a multipurpose containership owned by NYK-Hinode Line Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of NYK, rescued all 27 fisherman (10 Japanese, eight Indonesians, and nine Kiribati) from a fishing vessel in trouble, Daiichi Shoei Maru, 870 kilometers east of Guam on April 17. 

First sighting of flaming "Shoei Maru No. 1"

MV South Islander crew conducting rescue procedure

Daiichi Shoei Maru requested the rescue after its engine room caught fire. South Islander was sailing from Yokohama to Honiara, Solomon Islands, and was 222 kilometers southwest of this fishing vessel when the U.S. Coast Guard radioed a request to assist at about 2:20 p.m. (JST) on April 17. South Islander rushed to the scene, and at about 10:20 p.m. found the crew, who had abandoned ship, in life rafts a safe distance from the burning Daiichi Shoei Maru. All 27 fishermen were then safely transferred to South Islander at about 10:30 p.m.

Thank You Seafarers » Day of the Seafarer, 25th June 2011

Every 25th of June of each year was recognized and declared as the Day of Seafarer, as per the resolution made during the Conference of Parties to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, held in Manila Philippines in June 2010.

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), in line with the resolution, made an executive order whereas, declaring also every 25th of June to be the Day of Filipino Seafarer.

In connection with the above, MARINA is now making preparations for the celebration of the said event. In view thereof, MARINA called for a series of meetings with the relevant government agencies together with the private sector from the industry to draft as well as finalized the preparation for the celebration of the said event.

MV Shiramizu receives recognition plaque for Best Ever Shipping Record of Loading Rate at PWCS

Captain Macario B. Arias and Wayne Carman

PWCS has been working with shipping companies to improve loading rates at both CCT and KCT Terminals. Feedback is provided to the companies on good performance and also when improvement is required. This work has seen a continual and steady improvement in the loading performance of vessels at PWCS.

On 9 November 2010 the MV Shiramizu loaded 88,627 tonnes at a Gross Load Rate of 6,942 tonnes per hour. This is the fastest ever rate at PWCS. On new year’s day 2011, Kooragang Terminal Manager, Wayne Carman presented a recognition plaque to the MV Shiramizu’s Master, Captain Macario B Arias.

Also present at the presentation were the vessel’s Chief Officer, Boyd Manning KCT Shift Supervisor, Daniel Bower KCT VBLO, Aaron Hodgson KCT Operator and Andrew Maher Live Run Coordinator.

MV Shiramizu is operated by the Hachiuma Steamship Co Ltd.

Wayne congratulated Captain Arias on this great achievement. Captain Arias thanked PWCS for this recognition and stated that he would strive to continue to load efficiently.

POEA restores validation of OFW exit clearance at NAIA terminals

Starting March 1, 2011, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) leaving the country through Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminals 1, 2 and 3 will have to pass through POEA’s Labor Assistance Center (LAC) for validation of their exit clearance.

POEA Administrator Carlos S. Cao, Jr. said the validation of OFW documents at the airports is necessary to ensure that only workers who are properly documented or have passed through the legal processes are allowed to leave the country. With the validation system in place, POEA is able to check on workers who are carrying tampered or fake travel documents secured through illegal means, Cao added.

Through electronic connectivity, validation of the exit clearance (overseas employment certificate (OEC) or e-receipts) of OFWs can be done in less than a minute. More validation machines will be put in place for a speedier service to the average of 3,500 OFWs who leave the airports daily.

SHIPPING INDUSTRY CHANGES STANCE ON ARMED GUARDS

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is the principal international trade association for shipowners, representing all sectors and trades and about 80% of the world merchant fleet.

ICS - whose Executive Committee comprising representatives of national shipowners’ associations from over 30 countries met in London last week - has decided to clarify its stance on the use of private armed security guards to defend merchant ships against attacks by Somali pirates.   ICS members have also identified a vital need for the military to disable the hijacked ‘motherships’ which the pirates are now using to launch attacks throughout much of the Indian Ocean.  

ICS Chairman, Spyros M Polemis, explained:

“ICS has had to acknowledge that the decision to engage armed guards, whether military or private, is a decision to be made by the ship operator after due consideration of all of the risks, and subject to the approval of the vessel’s flag state and insurers.   The consensus view amongst shipping industry associations remains that, in normal circumstances, private armed guards are not recommended, and are a clear second best to military personnel.   However, in view of the current crisis in the Indian Ocean - with over 700 seafarers held hostage and, most recently, a seafarer being executed – ship operators must be able to retain all possible options available to deter attacks and defend their crews against piracy.   Many shipping companies have concluded that arming ships is a necessary alternative to avoiding the Indian Ocean completely, which would have a hugely damaging impact on the movement of world trade."

JMG GIVES COURTESY CALL TO NEW POEA ADMINISTRATOR CARLOS CAO

On 06 January, 2011, Atty. Carlos S. Cao, Jr. was appointed by President Benigno Simeon “Noynoy” Aquino as Administrator of the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA).

The Joint Manning Group welcomed the appointment and the members of the JMG met with Administrator Cao last 24 January 2011 at he EDSA Plaza Shangri‐La Hotel.

During the meeting the JMG members briefed the administrator on the projects of the Group and cited the good working relationship, which JMG has had with the POEA over the past years. They also showed him the plans and projects, which the JMG has successfully pursued with the POEA in ensuring the continued employment of our Filipino seafarers.

Administrator Cao expressed his willingness to partner with the industry, particularly the JMG, on the projects, plans, and programs which he would like to implement for the industry. He recognized the necessity of maintaining the good relationship which the industry has with the government particularly his agency so that projects, plans and programs to improve the industry can be carried out easily and efficiently. Source: JMG

DOLE SIGNALS GO FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STCW MANILA AMENDMENTS

MTC,  a  DOLE  attached  agency,  spearheads  the  implementation  of  the  Manila Amendments  to  the  STCW  Convention  and  Code.  
 
Last  June  of  2010,  the  IMO  Diplomatic  Convention  held  at  PICC  Manila  adapted the  changes  to  the  1995  Standards  for  Training  Certification  and  Watchkeeping Convention  and  Code.

The  STCW  is  the  internationally-set  yardstick  on  training,  certification  and watckeeping  for  seafarers.  Countries  involved  in  the  shipping  trade  are  obliged  to either  meet  or  exceed  the  provisions  of  these  conventions.  

The  Manila  amendments  changed  the  1995  standards  significantly.  New  training requirements  were  identified  including,  training  in  modern  technology  such  as electronic  charts  and  information  systems  or  ECDIS,  marine  environment awareness,  leadership,  and  teamwork.  The  revision/updating  of  several requirements  were  also  made  including,  to  name  a  few,   the  requirement  on hours  of  work  and  rest,  competence  of  personnel  serving  on-board  tanker  vessels, requirements  for  security  and  anti‐piracy  training,  and  new  requirements  for  drug and  alcohol  abuse  prevention  and  improved  standards  on  seafarers’  medical fitness.  The  amendments  also  set  new  certification  requirements  for  able seafarers and  electro‐technical  officers.  

M.V. ”Beluga Nomination” piracy incident : JOINT STATEMENT of the JOINT MANNING GROUP (JMG), and the ASSOCIATED MARINE OFFICERS’ AND SEAFARERS’ UNION OF THE PHILIPPINES (AMOSUP-PTGWO-ITF)

JOINT STATEMENT of the
JOINT MANNING GROUP (JMG), and the
ASSOCIATED MARINE OFFICERS’ AND SEAFARERS’ UNION OF THE PHILIPPINES (AMOSUP-PTGWO-ITF)
05  February  2010,  Manila,  Philippines  
On the M.V. ”Beluga Nomination” piracy incident
 

The  officers  and  representatives  of  five  national  organizations  belonging  to  the  Joint  Manning  Group  (JMG)  and  the  Associated  Marine  Officers’  and  Seamen’s  Union  of  the  Philippines  (AMOSUP‐PTGWO‐ITF)  express  deep  concern  over  the  piracy  incident  involving  the  international  cargo  vessel  M.V.  Beluga  Nomination  that  already  claimed  the  life  of  a  Filipino  Seafarer.  
 
M.V.  Beluga  Nomination  was  attacked  in  the  afternoon  of  22  January  2011  by  a  fast  craft  with  an  unknown  number  of  pirates.  Four  days  later,  an  element  of  the  Combined  Maritime  Forces  (CMF)  in  the  area  attempted  to  rescue  the  vessel’s  crew,  during  which  one  pirate  was  killed.  
 
The  pirates,  in  retaliation,  shot  and  killed  a  Filipino  crew  member.  During  the  incident,  two  crew  members,  one  of  whom  is  a  Filipino,  managed  to  escape.  The  other  two,  one  Filipino  and  one  East  European,  are  still  missing  and  are  now  the  subject  of  continuing  search  and  rescue  operation.  

DOLE CONDEMNS KILLING OF FILIPINO SEAFARER; PLANS ACTION WITH MANNING INDUSTRY ON BETTER PROTECTION OF SEAMEN AGAINST PIRACY

MV Beluga Nomination (Image Source: NATO)

Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz yesterday strongly condemned the killing of a Filipino seafarer in the hands of Somali pirates as a "senseless disregard for human life", and said the Department has discussed with its tripartite partners a plan of action containing measures on how to better safeguard and protect Filipino seafarers on board international vessels traversing the pirates-infested waters of the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea.

"We express outrage over this senseless disregard for human life and we condemn in the strongest possible terms the atrocity of the Somali pirates," she said. "We are also saddened by this tragic incident, and deeply condole with the family and relatives of the deceased Filipino seaman.

BRAZIL AUTHORITIES SUSPENDS IMPOSITION OF FINES IN SUAPE AND RECIFE ON NON-COMPLYING SEAFARERS ON ILO 108/185

Brazilian authorities have agreed to suspend the implementation of immigration fines against ship owners whose seafarers are from countries which are not signatories to ILO C108 (Seafarers Identification Document Convention 1958) or C185 (Seafarers Identification Document Convention 2003).

In a circular issued to all P&I Clubs by Mario Brothers, Ltd. it was stated that “Recife Immigration Authorities received formal instructions from the Federal Police headquarters in Brasilia this afternoon (21 January 2011) to SUSPEND all the deeds of infringements against crewmembers with seaman’s books issued in countries not signatory of ILO 108and 185. Future vessels will also not be fined until authorities in Brasilia make a formal definitive decision.”

Piracy petition presented to IMO

23 September 2010 IMO file photo

 

Mr. David Cockroft, General Secretary of the ITF, supported by shipping industry representatives, has presented a petition signed by 930,406 people to Secretary-General Mitropoulos, calling for Governments to do everything possible to protect the thousands of seafarers and the hundreds of ships at risk of attack by pirates by:

• dedicating significant resources and concerted efforts to find real solutions to the growing piracy problem;

• taking immediate steps to secure the release and safe return of kidnapped seafarers to their families;

• working within the international community to secure a stable and peaceful future for Somalia and its people.

No ban to seafarers deployment: Anti-piracy training must be strengthened

In an advice to the Joint Manning Group, the government reminded the Group that they must ensure the proper conduct and facilitation of shore-based training to improve knowledge and skills of seafarers they deploy. These seafarers must know how to carry out risk assessment, understand piracy threats and current patterns, physically prepare the vessel for a pirate attack, know what to do during transit in a high risk zone, and what actions to take when encountering pirates. (See POEA Memorandum Circular 11-09 mandating piracy training to all seafarers)

IOTC TENDERS ANNUAL FAMILY DAY

Island Overseas Transport Corporation tendered last 28 November 2010 its annual Family Day at SMX Convention Center.  With the theme “Maging Global Ka Man, Kultura’y Huwag Kalimutan”, a gentle message that amidst the global exposure of seafarers, bringing with them new experiences, insights and practices, one should not forget the rich Filipino culture.

Surviving Life at Sea » A SPORTS DAY ONBOARD

The crew of MV Shin Sapporo Maru

It was a sunny and lovely day during our sports day held onboard. Dated Nov. 21, 2010 (Sunday), ship’s underway to Tomakomai, Japan in position east of Marianas Island “North Pacific Ocean” 0800-1800H. The event composed of the following event:

• Deck Billiard
• Can Fishing
• Ring Throwing
• Basketball Shooting

We group 7 teams with 3 members in each team and every team was so excited and eager to win and be named as champion and win the prize. The most anticipating and most teams prepared was the Deck Billiard because it quite difficult that needs strategic planning and yes of course it is really fun to play. It is not the billiard game we know that we commonly play. It is quite different about its rules, the equipment and billiard table.

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Training Descriptions

DECK WATCH KEEPING & KYT TRAINING

A five day course intended for Deck support level consisting of deck watch keeping practices, danger prevention, life saving techniques, fire fighting and safe ship operation 

SHIP SIMULATOR AND BRIDGE TEAMWORK

The course is based on IMO model course 1.22 which tackles the principles and practices of passage planning, the proper use of bridge resources, the principles of keeping navigational safe, Working as team and various kinds of practical exercises with the use of full mission bridge simulator.

MARINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The course is designed for Engine officer Engineer and Electricians for 5 days. The hands on exercises are focused on electrical circuit trouble shooting, causes of electrical and control malfunction and preventive maintenance. By utilizing generator manual synchronizing panel (trainer module) the trainer can simulate several electrical control and motor malfunctions

ENGINE WATCHKEEPING & KYT TRAINING

A four day Lecture/Discussion intended for engine room ratings (Engine Operational and Support level) to enhance their knowledge and understanding regarding engine room safety, engine safe operation, use of special tools and engine room equipment and overhauling procedures. The course will also guide the participant in developing proper work habits and attitude and develop their skills in expressing their views regarding engine room watch keeping activities.

MARITIME RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

The course is intended for all engineers consisting of Principles of keeping safe engineering watch. Use of engine resources, Engine room team management and different kind of exercises using engine room simulator.

LATHE MACHINE OPERATION

Lathe machine operation is a five- (5) day course designed for shipboard personnel to guide them in acquiring the basic knowledge and skills on Lathe Machine operation. The course includes theoretical and hands-on exercises to enhance their capabilities in performing lathe machine operation with a high degree of acceptability. The course guides the participants in practicing good health and safety and desirable work habits.

BASIC AND ADVANCE WELDING COURSE

This course is Five days and intended for Shipboard personnel to upgrade their knowledge and skills in Shielding Metal Arc and Oxygen-Acetylene welding. It also includes the theoretical aspects and hands-on exercises to enhance their capabilities in performing such operation with high degree of acceptability. The course also guides the participant in developing proper attitude and desirable working habits.

GAS WELDING

This course is Five days and intended for Shipboard personnel to upgrade their knowledge and skills in  Oxygen-Acetylene welding. It also includes the theoretical aspects and hands-on exercises to enhance their capabilities in performing such operation with high degree of acceptability. The course also guides the participant in developing proper attitude and desirable working habits.

MARITIME ENGLISH COURSE

The course is intended for seafarers of all ranks, the course contains the principles underpinning the learning of Maritime English, Grammar Usage and mechanics, Communication flow, barriers of effective communication, Aural and oral communication using maritime terminology’s and the concept of feedback confirmation.

BASIC COMPUTER FAMILIARIZATION

The course is intended for two days to make seafarers keep informed about the changing of technologies and how it can help them to be more efficient on board. This course was designed to make the seafarers more competent and efficient in their work by utilizing computer application such as MS Word for making reports and excel for basic and complex calculations which includes operating system, mathematical calculations, simple trouble shooting and maintenance.

SHIP SAFETY AWARENESS

The SSA is an eight-hour, up-grading course intended for IOTC crew both operational level and support level. It covers Rules and regulations of SOLAS Chapter XI-2 and ISPS code, basic ship security measures, impact of terrorism and other threat to maritime industry.

SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The ISM (SMS, PSC) is a Two day up-grading course intended for seafarers both operational level and support level. It covers International Safety Management System, Company Rules and Regulations regarding safe operation of ship, Environment Pollution Prevention Policy, Company Organization.

SIMULATOR STEERING

This course will provide the trainee for Simulator training on the Steering competency requirements of rating part of navigational watch. It meets the minimum requirements included in STCW’ 95 Regulation II/4, Function: navigation in the support level.

ON-BOARD INJURY PREVENTION

This is a two (2) day course intended for all seafarers who needs to refresh their knowledge on working safely on board ship and to enhance crew’s personal safety awareness in preparation for their embarkation. The course itself provides more specific information on how to protect themselves from any dangers that they may encounter onboard ship.

SHIIP HANDLING AND MANUEVERING

This course is composed of ship handling and maneuvering lectures with practical exercises using the ship bridge simulator. The participants are trained to understand the different forces under direct control, indirect control and forces not under control, which effects handling and maneuvering of ships. Lectures and Simulator Exercises include; Ship’ Pivot Point, Turning Circles, Bank Effects, Ship to Ship Interaction, Squat, Trial Maneuvers, Propulsion and Maneuvering System, Use of Thrusters and Tugs, Anchoring, Turn with Constant Radius, Rate of Turn, Wheel over Position, Man Overboard Maneuvers, Crash Stop, Stopping Distance, Docking and Undocking Maneuvers. By using Bridge Simulator Trainee will feel realistic scenarios. It meets the minimum requirements included in the STCW ’95 Regulation II/1 and II/2. Function: navigation in the operational and management level respectively.

ELECTRONIC CHART DISPLAY AND INFORMATION SYSTEM (ECDIS)

This course will give the trainee guidance and practice on the operational use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) and Integrated Bridge Systems (IBS) equipment in accordance with the requirements of the STCW convention '78 as amended in 1995. 

LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES AND SKILLS

The course is intended for three days to enhance Ship-officer leadership performance. It centers on helping them build value-based leadership knowledge, abilities, skills and attitudes. It takes an internally focused look at leadership. Emphasis is placed on the importance of looking at one’s self before attempting to change others. It is based on the premise that the best leaders are the ones who are the most self-aware. It is applicable to new as well as more experienced leaders. The curriculum relies heavily on self-assessments, small and large group discussion and interaction, role-plays, experiential learning and development of a personal leadership plan. Areas of study will include self-awareness and self-regulation, motivation, teamwork and effective communication.


SETS 6000

SETS 6000 is a powerful computer based testing package designed to assist that standards of training and competence are maintained at STCW defined level. SETS 600 have a large question database with more than 5500 multiple-choice questions available. The questions are classified into STCW define levels of management, operational and support and that are also divided into subject areas that covers each an important maritime competence.

The program can be used either as a single user program, or be set up in a network as a client-server application. The main database will be resident in a file server and the program interface can run from several workstations used simultaneously.
 

COLLISION REGULATION

              It is a computer based training and testing software about different navigational lights, light characteristics and buoys. The trainees have the choice to use the mouse to point and click – or use the keyboard in answering the questions in a multiple-choice type. The navigation lights or other objects to identify will be shown for a maximum time of 20 seconds. The trainees must make a choice within these 20 seconds or the question will be registered as wrong answer. At the end of the test module, the user receives his test result with a comment on whether the knowledge of the trainee is sub-standard or excellent.

SAFE PASSAGE

                Safe passage is an electronic teaching and testing software on the IMO international regulations for preventing collisions at sea. On the CD-ROM, users work through a vivid, animated depiction of all 37 rules, brought to life with almost 50 movie segments and voice over instructions. In line with the requirements of the revised STCW convention, safe passage also has a test module designed to be administered under supervision for formal evaluation and certification. This computer-based training program makes learning efficient, practical and enjoyable.

SHIP SECURITY OFFICER

         This training course aims to provide knowledge to those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Ship Security Officer (SSO), as defined in Section A/2.1.6 (and section A/12.1) of the ISPS Code, and in particular the duties and responsibilities with respect to the security of a ship, for implementing and maintaining a Ship Security Plan and for liaising with the Company Security Officer (CSO) and with Port Facility Security Officers (PFSOs).