MARINA OIC Conducts Random Inspection of RoRo Vessel in Batangas and Calapan Ports

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The Officer-In-Charge of the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has inspected at random a Batangas and Calapan Roll-on / Roll-off (RoRo) vessel at the Batangas Port to strenghen maritime safety measures and look for areas to further upgrade the domestic shipping industry in the Philippines, as part of its eight priority programs under the 10-year maritime industry development plan (MIDP) of MARINA.

MARINA OIC Vice Admiral Narciso Vingson Jr, together with Deputy Administrator for Operations Engr. Nanette Villamor-Dinopol; Capt. Rommel John Mendoza of the MARINA - Enforcement Service (ES); and Atty. Sharon Aledo of the MARINA Region IV, rode a RoRo vessel from Batangas City bound to Calapan, Oriental Mindoro to assess the maritime operations in these areas at the onset of the Lenten Season.

Vice Admiral Vingson and his team inspected the basic condition of the passengers and observed compliances to cargo securing procedures of vehicles and trucks.

The MARINA OIC noted that the inspected RoRo vessel was generally clean with its engine room and emergency generator to be well-maintained and ventilated. Significantly, its sewage tank area was found safely secured and located in a separate compartment aboard ship that was also free from foul odor.

Persons with Disabilities (PWD) elevator was also installed and accessible in the RoRo vessel, while the comfort rooms were well-managed and sanitized.

However, there was a minor deficiency noted by the MARINA, wherein two drivers were seen inside their vehicles while the vessel was underway.

Nonetheless, the deficiency was immediately rectified by the vessel’s crew, and requested the drivers to vacate their vehicles and stay at the passengers area for their safety.

“Maritime safety is non-negotiable. The MARINA is consistently working with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the PPA to ensure that our sea passengers enjoy a safe, comfortable, and convenient travel at all times,” Vice Admiral Vingson said.

Finally, the MARINA is calling all shipping operators across the country to uphold all the fundamental elements of the maritime safety.

The public, meanwhile, is encouraged to report violations by filing a complaint through these contact details: 0995 400 7336 or +632 521 804.

Get a Chance to Win a Trip to Korea at the Oreo Play & Win Grand KPop Fans Day

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A Korean Pop Fans Day was recently organized by Oreo Philippines on April 13, 2019 at Eastwood Mall Grounds in Libis, Quezon City.

LMN Dance Crew, AC Bonifacio and Jinho Bae pleased the crowd with their performances amidst the hot summer afternoon filled with Oreo cookies, a Tic Tac Toe game for all, photo ops stations, listening stations, games onstage for the audience and opportunities to win a trip for two to South Korea for buyers of Oreo.

On the said day, Oreo lovers get to connect with fellow Oreo lovers through playful challenges and games of the Oreo Play & Win promo.

By purchasing specially-marked Oreo products at the event, Oreo lovers can also unlock playful challenges/games through OREOPTW.com. They also have the opportunity to win in the raffle, and get the chance to win a trip to South Korea, Sony headphones with Oreo design, bomber jackets, tote bags, Oreo phone rings.

The Oreo Play & Win promo is from April 1 to May 31 and all residents in the Philippines nationwide are eligible to join the promo.Visit OREOPTW.com for more details.

Summer is Made More Fun with Everyday is Play Day Year 3

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A kick-off of summer fun and the biggest collaboration of best-loved global toy and children’s brands, brings to everyone Everyday is Play Day on its 3rd biggest year, launching at SM City North EDSA on March 25, that will surely showcase series of exciting shows and festivities for both kids and kids at heart in many of your favorite SM Supermalls from March to October 2019.

This year’s campaign is particularly extra special as SM Supermalls is partnering with UNICEF, and together, they are set to promote and instill every child’s right to play, relax, and indulge through a holistic approach on both their artistic and recreational activities. Through this team up, they promote their shared advocacy to bring more smiles to children’s faces across the country.

“SM brings back Everyday is Play Day with kiddie character meet-and-greets and interactive play that aims to help develop their confidence and social skills,” said Jonjon San Agustin, SM Supermalls SVP for Marketing.

Through a showcase of a new found wonderlands filled with real-play and digital experiences while also featuring toy collections, play machines and giant interactive displays, SM Supermalls also pride in delighting everyone with over 30 global brands including Toy Kingdom’s biggest such as Barbie, Hatchimals, Paw Patrol, Shimmer and Shine, Pokemon, Shopkins, Beyblade, My Little Pony, and many more.

A reach beyond every kid’s imagination will also power up the launch with some memory games and scientific experiments from Nutty Scientist, a colorful ball pit plunge from Ball Pit City, and special performances and appearances from previous winners of The SM Little Stars, the Concio sisters, celebrity Supermoms, and mascots from participating toy brands.

Don’t forget to let your kids #EatPlayShopInTheCity this summer at these participating malls:

SM City North Edsa, SM City Fairview, SM City Novaliches, SM City San Jose Del Monte, SM City Manila, SM City San Lazaro, SM City Sta. Mesa, SM City East Ortigas, SM City Taytay, SM City Angono, SM City Marikina, SM City Masinag, SM City San Mateo, SM City BF Paranaque, SM City Sucat, SM City Bicutan, SM City Las Pinas, and SM Center Muntinlupa.

#EverydayIsPlayDayAtSM

For more information, visit SM Supermalls’ official website at www.smsupermalls.com, or its Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts: @smsupermalls