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MARINA to launch LAYAG program, providing subsidized ferry fares for short-haul sea travel
Starting May 25, 2026, sea travelers across the Philippines can expect lower transportation costs as the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) officially implements the Lakbay Alalay ng Gobyerno (LAYAG) program. This government-led initiative is designed to ease the financial burden on...
Montenegro Shipping Lines launches new route connecting Sorsogon and Cebu via M/V Reina Zadia
Montenegro Shipping Lines Incorporated officially commenced its newest sea route today, May 18, 2026, linking the province of Sorsogon in Luzon to Cebu in the Visayas. The maiden voyage of the M/V Reina Zadia marks a significant milestone in improving...
Roble Shipping Inc. launches first brand-new RORO passenger vessel M/V Mother Immaculate Stars in China
TAIZHOU, China — In a landmark development for the Philippine maritime industry, Roble Shipping Inc. officially launched its first-ever brand-new RORO passenger vessel, the M/V Mother Immaculate Stars, on May 16, 2026. The ceremony took place at the Taizhou Hongtai...
OceanJet announces upcoming ferry routes for Siquijor, Dumaguete, and Tagbilaran
OceanJet, one of the leading fast craft operators in the Philippines, has announced that it will soon be expanding its service network with new routes connecting Siquijor, Dumaguete, and Tagbilaran. The upcoming expansion aims to provide more efficient travel options...
Lite Ferries expands Western Nautical Highway route with new Batangas-Caticlan service
Lite Shipping Corporation, operating under the brand Lite Ferries, has announced the official launch of its newest direct route connecting Batangas City and Caticlan in Malay, Aklan. The service was scheduled to commence operations on Friday, May 15, 2026. The...
Terminal fees at PITX to be suspended for three months starting May 18
Public utility vehicle (PUV) operators at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) are set to receive a significant financial reprieve as terminal fees will be suspended for a period of three months, effective May 18, 2026.The initiative, ordered by President...
Caloy weakens into low pressure area as it moves away from Eastern Samar
The tropical cyclone formerly known as Caloy has officially weakened into a Low Pressure Area (LPA) as of 8:00 PM on May 11, 2026. According to the final bulletin issued by DOST-PAGASA, the weather disturbance is moving away from the...
PPA alerts travelers as Tropical Depression Caloy nears Eastern Samar
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has issued a safety advisory for all sea travelers following the latest weather updates regarding Tropical Depression #CaloyPH. While the weather disturbance is projected to weaken, the agency emphasizes the importance of vigilance as the...
ALD Sea Transport to expand fleet with new RORO vessel M/V ALD 8
ALD Sea Transport is set to further strengthen its presence in the Philippine maritime industry with the upcoming arrival of its second brand-new RORO passenger vessel, the M/V ALD 8. As reported by the Philippine Ship Spotters Society (PSSS), the...
Montenegro Shipping Lines joins MARINA Lakbay Alalay program
BATANGAS CITY, Philippines — In a significant move to make sea travel more affordable for the Filipino public, Montenegro Shipping Lines, Inc. (MSLI) officially signed a Service Contract Agreement (SCA) under the MARINA Lakbay Alalay ng Gobyerno Program on April...
