On March 26, 2026, the PTC Group played a pivotal role in “HALAGA: The Value of Blue Finance in the Philippines’ Safe and Sustainable Ocean Economy.” Hosted by The Ocean Centres PH—the oceans arm of the UN Global Compact—at the Grand Hyatt, BGC, the workshop convened leaders from finance, government, and industry to examine the future of the country’s maritime sustainability.

Representing the Group was Chief MAKOi, PHILCAMSAT’s Training Manager for Digital Transformation and Innovation. Joining the panel on Emission Trading Schemes (ETS) in the ASEAN Region, he brought critical depth to the conversation through his academic research on alternative marine fuels and extensive industry experience.

Chief MAKOi underscored a vital reality: decarbonization success is not determined by policy alone, but by operational readiness and crew competence. Drawing from the delayed local implementation of the 2020 global sulfur cap, he noted that technical transitions depend heavily on the ability of seafarers to adapt to new shipboard realities. This is where PHILCAMSAT’s Career Development Center and Competence Badging System serve as essential bridges, translating global compliance standards into practical, shipboard capabilities.

The discussion also emphasized a “Just Transition,” advocating for meaningful investment in re-skilling the maritime workforce to meet new digital and environmental requirements. By advancing the Maritime Just Transition Task Force, PTC reinforces its commitment to a phased, inclusive strategy that protects both the ocean economy and the global maritime professionals who move the world.