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Empowering seafarers for smoother sailing

Takeaways from the 3rd Safety4SEA Manila Forum

THE 3rd Safety4Sea Manila Forum conducted a conference and fireside chat with international maritime leaders and experts about ship safety and the human factors affecting this standard.

The event on April 23 emphasized the industry's need to foster an improved shipboard environment that pays closer attention to its crucial workforce — the seafarers.

Panelists include (from left) Apo Belokas, managing editor of Safety4Sea; Gerardo Borromeo, vice chairman and chief executive officer of PTC Holdings Corp.; and Capt. Nicolo Terel of I.M.A Assessment and Training Center. PHOTO BY WILMAR ALMERIA