Hapag-Lloyd’s annual crew conference for Marlow seafarers serving on-board its vessels took place last month at United Marine Training Center (UMTC), Manila.
Over 80 seafarers from various ranks took part in what was the third of such conference to take place. The event comprised of a number of presentations and workshops to help keep seafarers informed about both companies, as well as updated on important industry issues.
Hapag-Lloyd’s latest news and developments were presented by Senior Training & Education Manager, Erik Hirsch. This was followed by a Q&A session steered by Director of Crew Management, Andreas Niehage.
An overview of Marlow was given by representatives from the Philippines (MNPI), Director of Operations, Captain Francis Acero and Senior Crewing Manager, Joemar Masacote. Meanwhile, Managing Director, UMTC, Donald Bautista spoke about the latest news and development relating to training, whilst currently serving 2Offc Lomoljo covered Hapag-Lloyd specific training programs.
Finally, Crewing Director from Marlow Navigation’s head office in Cyprus, Captain Frank Brodersen gave a presentation on the continued cooperation between Hapag-Lloyd and Marlow Navigation, including a review of on-board performances on Hapag-Lloyd vessels in 2018. Participants then had a number of workshops on team building, safety, and seafarer mental well-being.
“Such conferences provide an excellent platform to exchange information and feedback between all stakeholders, clients and seafarers alike, and address both company and industry related matters. We thank Hapag-Lloyd for once again providing this opportunity here in the Philippines, which allows us to further develop our cooperation and ultimately enhance our services,” said Captain Brodersen. “The event was considered to be a big success by all participants. Our thanks also to the organisers from both MNPI and UMTC for their excellent preparations.”
The conference ended with a rooftop dinner and entertainment, during which 15 long serving crew members were recognised and presented with Hapag-Lloyd loyalty awards, as well as Marlow 10-year and 25-year awards.
