THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) and the Japan Ship Machinery and Equipment Association (JSMEA) renewed their memorandum of understanding (MOU) to strengthen maritime ties between the Philippines and Japan.
JSMEA Chairman Kinoshita Kazuhiko and Ramon Hernandez signed the document, with Hernandez representing Marina Administrator Sonia Malaluan.
The partnership expands cooperation across shipping markets and maritime technologies.
This renewal reaffirms a long-standing collaboration aimed at fleet modernization.
Both parties committed to an increased exchange of global shipping data. The collaboration covers technical services, vessel design, and engineering. It also includes the construction of ships for various marine transport applications.
JSMEA coordinated with Marina to hold a business matching forum in Manila. This event provided a platform for Japanese suppliers to meet Philippine shipping stakeholders. Participants discussed updates on vessel technology and maritime trade.
The agreement extends to maritime education and consulting services. It seeks to align Philippine training standards with new technological advancements. The MOU facilitates direct contact between Japanese innovators and Filipino maritime organizations.
Representatives from government agencies, shipyards, and training centers attended the forum. They evaluated opportunities for innovation within the domestic sector. Marina continues to use this partnership to upgrade national maritime infrastructure.
