DOTr Maritime sector continues to activate crew change hubs in the country; operationalized hub in Subic Freeport Zone

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In its bid to help address the global need for fresh crew of ships amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Transportation (DOTr), through its Maritime Sector, continues with the activation of crew change hubs in the country, this time, in Subic Bay Freeport Zone.

Five (5) seafarers disembarked today, 10 September 2020, after months of being onboard the MV Dapeng Star from Dapeng, China. The seafarers underwent strict health and safety protocols, in coordination with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ), to ensure that they are free from any COVID-19 infection.

Upon arrival at the port, the seafarers proceeded to the One-Stop Shop (OSS) located at the Subic Bay International Airport, where they were required to undergo triage or sorting procedures and swab testing. Upon completion, the seafarers boarded a P2P vehicle bound to their designated quarantine facility in Manila for mandatory quarantine.

The newly-operationalized crew change hub in Subic follows the first crew change operations conducted outside Metro Manila, in Port Capinpin in Bataan on 05 September 2020.

Witnessing the crew change operations today were DOTr OIC-Assistant Secretary for Maritime Narciso Vingson Jr., Philippine Coast Guard Commodore Charlie Rances, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chair and Administrator Wilma Eisma, and Subic Quarantine Station Chief Joseph Macaraeg.

According to Asec. Vingson, the DOTr Maritime Sector is commited to work for the activation of crew change hubs in the country to give maritime vessels the avenue to refresh their manpower and provide relief to seafarers, especially those that have served or completed their contracts.

"Ngayong panahon ng pandemya, karamihan sa mga bansa ay nagsasarado ng border nila. Kaya naman itong crew change hubs ay napakahalaga para mapangalagaan ang health and safety ng ating mga seafarers. Sa ngayon, more than 300,000 o 30% ng mga seafarers sa buong mundo ay Filipino,” Asec. Vingson said.

“Ito din po ay alinsunod sa kautusan ni Secretary Arthur Tugade bilang commitment natin sa nakaraang International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council Meeting na gawin ang Pilipinas bilang Crew Change Capital of the World," Asec. Vingson emphasized.

Meanwhile, Office for Transportation Security (OTS) Administrator and OSS Head Undersecretary Raul de Rosario said that the continuous operationalization of crew change hubs is a welcome development that will further attract shipping lines to the country.

“Nakakatuwa na napa-patronize na ang ating mga itinatag na One-Stop Shop sa pangunguna ng DOTr. Mas lalong mapapabilis ang crew change at maraming mga shipping lines ang mae-enganyo dito sa Pilipinas mag crew change dahil may iba’t-iba silang pagpipiliian na ports,” Usec. Del Rosario said.

In her message, SBMA Chair Eisma also underscored the significance of opening crew change hubs in the country, including that in Subic Freeport Zone, as this will allow Filipino seafarers to go back home.

"It is very important to open this for Filipino seafarers all over the world. Nobody should be left behind. This is one of the many reasons kung bakit kailangan silang tanggapin pabalik," Chair Eisma said.

Crew change is essential to ensure seafarers’ safety, health, welfare and employment as they can only serve on board a vessel without leave up to a maximum of 11 months based on International Labour Organization (ILO) 2006 Maritime Labour Convention (MLC).

To recall, the Subic Bay Free Port Zone was opened and activated as a crew change hub on 22 August 2020.

Other crew change hubs activated were the Port of Manila and Port Capinpin in Orion, Bataan.

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Alder Residences: DMCI Homes’ latest Acacia Estates, Taguig project offers big, healthy living spaces

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Committed to the wellbeing of its clients, Quadruple A developer DMCI Homes continues to create living spaces that put great focus on the wellness and evolving lifestyle needs of its condominium residents.

Through the years, buildings with abundant free flowing air and natural light that are built around expansive open spaces, lush landscapes, relaxing amenities, and convenient facilities have distinguished every DMCI Homes development as a wellness refuge for city dwellers weary of urban living stresses.

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The four-building development not only features spacious 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom unit cuts ranging from 64.5 to 121 square meters (sq. m) but also a sprawling private outdoor space with almost 55 percent of the 2.9-hectare land area devoted to verdant gardens and outdoor amenities.

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From spacious and quality living spaces, first-rate resort-inspired amenities, and access to nature through expansive outdoors, Alder Residences has been carefully planned to provide a healthy and relaxing environment for future residents.

DMCI Homes has ensured that the indoor amenities of the modern artisanal architecture-themed development cater to the varying lifestyles and wellness needs of residents such as a coworking space for students and professionals, entertainment room, fitness gym, and game area.

Alder Residences likewise has a wide array of resort-inspired amenities such as lap pool, kiddie pool, leisure pool, lush gardens, basketball court, children’s play area, activity lawn, gazebo, jogging path, and Sky Lounge—all of which create a relaxing vibe that will surely inspire productivity and a sense of calm among homeschooling kids or working from home professionals.

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With this design technology, natural light and air enter through three-storey high Sky Patios and pass through landscaped atriums typically built between 5 to 7 floors of the condominium.

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Just a short drive  going to C-5 Road and the South Luzon Expressway, Alder Residences not only offers healthy living spaces but also convenient access to modern living necessities.

The property is minutes away from high-end malls, medical institutions, business centers such as McKinley Hill, Bonifacio Global City, Makati Central Business District, as well as the country’s premier airport.

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Expected to be completed in June 2024 beginning with Andea building, Alder Residences is now pre-selling starting at P7.42 million onwards.

Alder Residences is one of the developments of DMCI Homes, the country’s first Quadruple A real estate developer known for building quality resort-inspired communities in Mega Manila, Baguio City, Boracay and Davao City. Each of its properties is built with world-standard craftsmanship borne from D.M. Consunji Inc.'s over 60 years of expertise in the construction and development industry.

To learn more about Alder Residences and other DMCI Homes projects, call (632) 5324-8888.  News and other updates are also posted on the company's official social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.