Global Head of Ship Management Geirmund Drivenes, VP Maritime Personnel Torger Trige, Odfjell Philippines, Inc. President Captain Remigio Zamora and VP Head of Crewing Agnes Enesio presented the certificates of recognition and tokens of appreciation to the following seafarers:
Bosun Joseph W. Abellen
Messman Marcos M. Advincula
Messman Apolinario M. Amurao
Chief Engineer Dante G. Angeles
Second Engineer Nonito C. Bais
Able Seaman Gilbert M. Barrientos
Fitter Darlino D. Dait
Second Engineer Gerome I. Delmo
Second Officer Danilo M. Dizon
Second Engineer Fredie E. Doctolero
Captain Jose Vicente U. Jardiniano
Chief Officer Arthur M. Maravilla
Chief Engineer Ricky M. Monzon
Chief Steward Herminigildo R. Ramirez
Bosun Ricardo B. Romulo
Chief Engineer Isidro P. Solano
Captain Jose Vicente U. Jardiniano delivered the acceptance speech on behalf of all the awardees. The master mariner looked back at the trials and challenges seafarers like him went through in order to get to where they are today. He also explained why he remained loyal to the company:
"I started from the lowest rank but with the help of this company, I strived to become a better version of myself and achieved my current rank as a Captain. I'll always be thankful to this company for all the opportunites and also for being my proper foundation to become a successful person."
Captain Jose Vicente Jardiniano