Since 1990, Lydia Mar Manila (LMM) has been a reliable partner for thousands of Filipino seafarers seeking stable and ethical careers at sea. From a humble team of three, we’ve grown into a 24-person crewing agency managing over 40 vessels and nearly 1,000 Filipino seafarers deployed worldwide. On July 4, …
Eliminating the bullying and harassment of seafarers Today is the Day of the Seafarer, a day when we honor the dedication and sacrifices of seafarers around the world who help connect both economies and societies. In honoring seafarers, we must also acknowledge the challenges they face. Many still experience harassment, …
On November 30, 2024, the AMOSUP Convention Hall was decked out in sparkling blue decor and disco balls, as the crew, principals, staff, and guests of Lydia Mar Manila welcomed the Holiday Season. In her opening speech, Lydia Mar Manila President, Rodelita Homecillo, expressed gratitude for all the hard work …
The holiday rush starts early for us at Lydia Mar Manila. By November, several of our principals fly in to meet and speak with crew, normally over a hearty meal. These relaxed lunches have always been great opportunities for crew and clients to dialogue, exchange ideas, provide feedback, and deliver …
The Lydia Mar Manila Career and Training Team has been crafting learning opportunities for LMM crew who want to deepen or refresh their knowledge or get some coaching. Training for Deck Last August 1, 2024, we held a Personal Safety Course with Lydia Mar Manila’s Career and Training Officer for …
Lydia Mar Manila (LMM) held one of its biggest Christmas and Thanksgiving celebrations last November 24, 2023 at the AMOSUP Convention Hall. Liberté, égalité, fraternité! Paris was the theme of the evening, as portrayed in the Netfix series Emily in Paris. Guests arrived in their best outfits of bold colors, crazy …
Lydia Mar Manila (LMM) is thrilled to mark its 28th anniversary! Since 1995 we have been dedicated to providing our exceptional services for clients and crew. This milestone anniversary showcases our unwavering commitment to the maritime industry, and our mission to develop competent and responsible maritime professionals through efficient and ethical …
Last May 24, 2023, The Mission to Seafarers (MtS) sat down with the crew of Mastermind Shipping (MSM) to conduct a workshop on social wellbeing. Also in attendance were seafarers’ families, and the staff of Lydia Mar Manila (LMM), MSM’s crewing agent in the Philippines. The event was attended by thirty …
A seafarer’s first contract signals a lot of things, but for many it is the start of an exciting career and a journey towards a more comfortable future for you and your family. But whether it’s your first contract or one of many, it’s good to know your rights and …
As part of their end-of-year visit to the Philippines, Mastermind (MSM) shipowner Captain Eugen Adami, Training Director Nikolas Adami, and Senior Crewing Officer Natalie Georgiou sat down to talk with their crew in a laid-back seminar last December 3, 2022, at the Lydia Mar Manila (LMM) Office. The event was …
