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𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐓 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕, 𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐦 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has deferred the implementation of the National Merchant Marine Aptitude Test (NaMMAT) for Academic Year (AY) 2026-2027 and directed maritime schools to admit students without requiring the aptitude test as part of the enrollment process.

The directive was issued through MARINA Advisory No. 2026-34, citing the need for a comprehensive review of the test's implementation following concerns raised by stakeholders.

The decision is anchored on Republic Act No. 12021, otherwise known as the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), which transferred jurisdiction over maritime education and training (MET) from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to the maritime agency.

In connection with MARINA Advisory No. 2025-39, which provides the transitory guidelines for the transfer of maritime education functions to MARINA, the Agency is set to assume full responsibility for the administration of the NaMMAT beginning AY 2026-2027. As preparation to assume full responsibility for the aptitude test, the MARINA recognized the need to further assess its implementation following concerns and feedback raised by various stakeholders.

With the deferment, all Maritime Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs) are directed to admit and enroll incoming students and transferees without requiring NaMMAT results. Instead, maritime schools may continue to use their own institutional admission or entrance examinations for student screening and selection.

The MARINA also encouraged MHEIs to strengthen their admission processes to ensure that they remain aligned with program requirements and applicable national and international standards for maritime education.

The Authority emphasized that the temporary measure is intended to support a smooth transition of maritime education functions while safeguarding opportunities for students who wish to pursue maritime careers.

The MARINA remains committed to enhancing the quality of maritime education and training in the country, and will issue further guidance upon completion of the review.

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐓 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕, 𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐦 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has deferred the implementation of the National Merchant Marine Aptitude Test (NaMMAT) for Academic Year (AY) 2026-2027 and directed maritime schools to admit students without requiring the aptitude test as part of the enrollment process.

The directive was issued through MARINA Advisory No. 2026-34, citing the need for a comprehensive review of the test's implementation following concerns raised by stakeholders.

The decision is anchored on Republic Act No. 12021, otherwise known as the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), which transferred jurisdiction over maritime education and training (MET) from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to the maritime agency.

In connection with MARINA Advisory No. 2025-39, which provides the transitory guidelines for the transfer of maritime education functions to MARINA, the Agency is set to assume full responsibility for the administration of the NaMMAT beginning AY 2026-2027. As preparation to assume full responsibility for the aptitude test, the MARINA recognized the need to further assess its implementation following concerns and feedback raised by various stakeholders.

With the deferment, all Maritime Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs) are directed to admit and enroll incoming students and transferees without requiring NaMMAT results. Instead, maritime schools may continue to use their own institutional admission or entrance examinations for student screening and selection.

The MARINA also encouraged MHEIs to strengthen their admission processes to ensure that they remain aligned with program requirements and applicable national and international standards for maritime education.

The Authority emphasized that the temporary measure is intended to support a smooth transition of maritime education functions while safeguarding opportunities for students who wish to pursue maritime careers.

The MARINA remains committed to enhancing the quality of maritime education and training in the country, and will issue further guidance upon completion of the review.

𝐏𝐌𝐌𝐀 𝟏𝟒𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂𝐔 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐬 ‘𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭’ 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤, 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝟏𝟎𝟎% 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐧𝐚𝐭’𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Earning a 94.43% proficient rating, the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) 149th Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps Unit (NROTCU) sustained its strong performance in the 2026 Annual General Tactical Inspection (AGTI) after retaining a perfect score in the General Administration Inspection and posting high ratings in other components.

See full story: https://pmma.edu.ph/2026-agti/

The Philippine Merchant Marine Academy proudly joins the nation in honoring the 165th birth anniversary of our national hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, a man whose intellect, courage, and love for country sparked the flame of Filipino freedom.

As future officers of the sea, the PMMA community carries Rizal's legacy of discipline, excellence, and integrity in every voyage we undertake — honoring his memory not just in words, but in faithful dedication to God, country, and the Filipino people.

𝐙𝐌𝐃𝐂, 𝐏𝐌𝐌𝐀, 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐫-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬

SAN NARCISO, ZAMBALES – The Zambales Maritime Development Council (ZMDC), in partnership with the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) and the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), conducted a four-day maritime training program, June 18.

Led by facilitators from PMMA and MARINA, the program covered three core disciplines: Modified Basic Training, Ship Handling and Safe Navigation I, and Engine Operation and Maintenance I.
Maintenance I.

See full story: https://pmma.edu.ph/marina-pmma-training-programs/

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | Employees and midshipmen of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) participated in the 2026 Second Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) by proceeding to designated safe and open areas and performing the “Duck, Cover, and Hold” routine, June 18.

The activity aims to strengthen preparedness and disaster resilience nationwide. During the drill, Safety Unit staff and designated building representatives reminded employees of the proper safety measures to observe during earthquakes.

𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆!

We are looking for qualified and competent individuals to fill the following vacant Plantilla positions:

(𝟏) 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐈𝐈
(𝟏) 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑 𝐈𝐕
(𝟏) 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑 𝐈𝐈
(𝟏) 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐒𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐈𝐈
(𝟏) 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐈
(𝟐) 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑 𝐈
(𝟏) 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐈𝐈
(𝟏) 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐈
(𝟒) 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐕𝐈
(𝟏) 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐈𝐈𝐈 (𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐈)
(𝟏) 𝐀𝐃𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐈

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐐𝐑 𝐜𝐨𝐝𝐞.

𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
A. Letter of Intent addressed to:
𝐌𝐬. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚 𝐏. 𝐁𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐧
𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝, 𝐇𝐑𝐌𝐎
B. Diploma
C. Transcript of Records (TOR)
D. Training Certificates
E. Proof of Eligibility
F. Latest IPCR/Performance Evaluation
G. Personal Data Sheet
H. Work Experience Sheet

𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬:
Interested applicants may submit their requirements via email at [email protected] and hard copy (with proper tabbings and table of contents) at PMMA HRMO, San Narciso, Zambales

- Accounting Unit (Green)
- General Services Unit (Yellow)
- Guidance Unit (Gray)
- Internal Audit Services Unit (Red)
- Library Unit (White)
- Office of the Superintendent (Brown)
- Public Affairs and Media Relations Unit (Pink)
- Records Unit (Violet)
- Supply and Property Management Unit (Orange)
- Transportation Unit (Blue)

❗️Incomplete documents 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐓 be entertained.❗️
❗️Deadline of application is until June 29, 2026❗️

As the nation commemorates the 128th Anniversary of Philippine Independence, the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy joins every Filipino in honoring the sacrifices of our heroes and the enduring spirit of freedom that shaped our history.

Guided by this year’s theme, “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan,” we recognize that the liberties we enjoy today are deeply rooted in our past and serve as the foundation for a brighter future. As future maritime leaders and stewards of the seas, we remain committed to upholding the values of Kawastuhan, Kababaang-Loob and Kagitingan.

Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!

𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐤𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐚, 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚, 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧: 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐢 𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐜. 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐚 𝐉𝐫. 𝐬𝐚 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐊𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐌𝐌𝐀

Sa gitna ng mga hamon ng organisadong krimen, korapsyon, at banta sa pambansang seguridad, muling binigyang-diin ni PAOCC Executive Director Undersecretary Benjamin C. Acorda Jr. ang kahalagahan ng makabayang pamumuno, integridad, at disiplina sa isang inspirational symposium sa Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) sa San Narciso, Zambales noong Hunyo 9.

Bilang panauhing tagapagsalita, unang dumalo si Usec. Acorda sa command conference at arrival honors bago pormal na sinimulan ang programa sa PMMA Mess Hall. Nagbigay naman ng welcome remarks si PMMA Superintendent Commodore Joel Y. Abutal at binigyang-diin ang mahalagang papel ng akademya sa paghubog ng mga susunod na lider ng maritime industry at serbisyo publiko.

Sa kanyang talumpati, hinikayat ni Usec. Acorda ang mga kadete at opisyal ng PMMA na maging huwaran ng integridad, tapang, disiplina, at pagmamahal sa bayan. Ipinaalala rin niya na ang pagtatanggol sa Republika ay hindi lamang tungkulin ng pamahalaan kundi responsibilidad ng bawat Pilipino.

Naging mas makabuluhan ang programa sa isinagawang open forum kung saan aktibong nagtanong ang mga kadete tungkol sa crime prevention, nation-building, at mga hakbang laban sa mga umuusbong na banta sa lipunan. Nagkaroon din ng pagkakataon si Usec. Benjamin Acorda Jr. na makapaglibot sa mga pasilidad ng PMMA upang masaksihan ang mga programa at pagsasanay na humuhubog sa mga magiging opisyal ng maritime sector ng bansa.

Ang PMMA ay ang pangunahing maritime institution ng Pilipinas na naghahanda ng mga kabataang Pilipino upang maging mga propesyonal at responsableng opisyal sa larangan ng maritime transportation at pambansang serbisyo.

Sa pagtatapos ng programa, ipinagkaloob ng PMMA ang isang Plaque of Appreciation kay Usec. Acorda bilang pagkilala sa kanyang ambag sa pagpapaunlad ng pamumuno ng mga kadete at sa kanyang patuloy na kampanya laban sa organisadong krimen at korapsyon.

‘𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫’: 𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐜. 𝐀𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐚 𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫-𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

“Kailangan ng pagkakaisa, disiplina, at iisang direksiyon para sa bayan.”

With this message, Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) Executive Director Undersecretary Benjamin C. Acorda Jr. called for stronger inter-agency cooperation and principled leadership in the fight against organized crime, corruption, and threats to national security during his address before Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) midshipmen and personnel at the Academy’s Mess Hall, June 9.

See full story: https://pmma.edu.ph/paocc-usec-acorda/