Bulletin: On the Filipino Seafarers in UAE

18 June 2019  — Through the kind assistance of UAE authorities, Philippine Ambassador to UAE Hjayceelyn M. Quintana met with the 11 Filipino seafarers of the MT Front Altair and the 21 Filipino seafarers of the MT Kokuka Courageous in two separate meetings. These two tankers were damaged during an incident off the Strait of Hormuz on 13 June 2019. Ambassador Quintana is happy to report that all Filipino seafarers are unharmed and in good condition.

The seafarers are appreciative of the concern extended to them by the Philippine government and all those involved in their rescue. The manning agencies are now looking after the crews’ wellbeing and are dealing with their repatriation. END