IN a landmark move for the maritime community, the Seafaring Family International (SeaFam), an association primarily composed of the wives and families of seafarers, has officially inked a strategic partnership with InLife.
The collaboration is set to serve as a massive boost to SeaFam’s ongoing campaign for family empowerment and the socioeconomic advancement of women in the maritime sector. By combining the community-driven advocacy of SeaFam with the financial expertise of the country’s oldest life insurer, the partnership seeks to bridge the gap between life at sea and security at home.
The partnership is underscored by the shared heritage of the two organizations, both of which are considered "pillars" in their respective industries.
InLife is the rebranded name of Insular Life and the oldest and largest Filipino life insurance company, and has provided uninterrupted service for over 115 years. It is a household name synonymous with Filipino resilience and long-term financial stability.
SeaFam initially was made up of the families and wives of seafarers of C.F. Sharp Crew Management. SeaFam though is now open to all other organizations and manning agencies in the country. This part of SeaFam's connection mirror InLife’s longevity, as C.F. Sharp stands as one of the oldest and most respected manning agencies in the Philippines, established in 1937.
"Many Filipino families live in a cycle where each generation carries the weight of the next," said SeaFam Chairman Arianne Rocha.
“As a Filipino-founded, grassroots welfare community for seafaring families, SeaFam is proud to partner with InLife — the first Filipino life insurance company and the only remaining mutual life insurance company in the Philippines.
"For me, this partnership is more than a policy. It’s us choosing a Filipino institution that protects Filipino families — and when we support a homegrown company, we keep more value circulating in our own country: local jobs supported, local investments strengthened, and long-term stability built from within.
"And for our seafarers, this is deeply personal. Because life at sea is unpredictable. A plan means that if the unexpected happens, your family won’t be left scrambling, borrowing, or starting from zero. It helps protect what you’ve worked so hard for — your children’s education, your home, your future — so your love and sacrifice don’t end at the contract.”
For SeaFam, this partnership is a critical evolution. The collaboration will focus on financial literacy initiatives, guidance sessions, and providing access to protection solutions specifically designed for the unique lifestyle of seafaring families.
The initiative also falls under the InLife@Work program, which aims to bring financial wellness directly into the hearts of specific communities. For SeaFam members, this means gaining the tools to manage the household's hard-earned foreign remittances while building a safety net that survives beyond the duration of a sea contract.
The synergy between SeaFam and the Insular Life legacy in finance creates a formidable support system for the "unsung heroes" of the maritime industry — the wives and families left on shore.
"At InLife, our purpose is to provide a Lifetime for Good," stated InLife President and CEO Raoul Antonio Littaua. "Through our partnership with SeaFam, we ensure that seafarers and their families have access to the knowledge and protection they deserve."
The partnership also includes complimentary coverage for select eligible SeaFam members through InLife’s digital platform, marking the first step in a long-term journey toward total family empowerment.