Christmas came early for members of the PTC Sea Mariners Luzon
ships namely: Sto. Rosario National High School (SRNHS), SOS
Children’s Village, Tanza National HS (TNHS), and Noveleta Junior High
School (NJHS).

Last December 19, the Sea Mariners team organized two sessions of
the “Basic Ship Familiarization” outdoor activity together for the
participating ships. The activity was supported by the Philippine Center
for Advanced Maritime Simulation and Training, Inc. (PHILCAMSAT).

Through this activity, the Sea Mariners Team aims to supplement
the students’ learning in the maritime industry through lectures
and ship simulation. This is also an opportunity for the students to
meet and greet executives of the PTC Group.

The morning session included 30 Sea Mariners
from the SRNHS ship and 10 Sea Mariners from
SOS ship. While 10 Sea Mariners from NJHS
and 15 Sea Mariners from TNHS joined the
afternoon session.

PTC CEO Gerardo A. Borromeo spoke to the cadets to discuss how
they can become successful in their chosen field of expertise and
career.

Mr. Borromeo also emphasized the important role of Filipino seafarers
in nation-building and progress; and expressed his utmost support for
and optimism about the Sea Mariners program.

Both sessions started with a lecture on
Bridge and Engine Walkthrough from
PHILCAMSAT, followed by a per batch
visit to the ship simulation experience.
This gave the Sea Mariners a sneak
peek of what life is like on a ship.

Ambassador Carlos Salinas, PTC Founder and IMO
Maritime Goodwill Ambassador, personally met with
the participating students and congratulated them for
starting their journey towards a future career in
maritime. Members of the PTC Management team
including Ms. Chris Manzano, Executive Managing
Director; Ms. Beng Cristobel, COO for Shipping; Mr.
Peter Lugue, VP for Crewing Operations; Capt. Stan
Santiago, SIP-PEP Director, and Mr. Leslie Suntay,
Head of Strategic Planning, Shipping Cluster, also
welcomed the cadets.