Unitra Maritime Manila Inc.

Unitra Maritime Manila Inc. (UMMI) is a Philippine-based manning agency specializing in providing seafarer recruitment and management services to maritime companies. Founded in 2009 with the core principle of 'Seafarers First,' the company focuses on the well-being and career development of seafarers and their families. UMMI manages a pool of 168 seafarers currently onboard vessels and serves 14 principals (shipping companies). The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management, originally certified to ISO 9001:2008 in 2013. Its mission is to uplift respect for seafarers by prioritizing their welfare consistently, aiming to help them achieve a better life even after their sea service. The vision is to become one of the country's excellent manning companies by producing outstanding seafarers through continuous training, developing competent officials to supervise vessels, facilitating career growth to higher ranks, and providing necessary assistance to seafarers and families. UMMI offers career advancement programs like the Junior Career Advancement Program (JOCAP) and Cadetship Program, special incentives for excellent crew performance, financial assistance including bereavement support, long service and higher license bonuses, and wellness benefits. The company mans various vessel types including bulk carriers, general cargo ships, LPG tankers, offshore vessels, and yachts, with plans to expand into container vessels. It was registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 29, 2009, and licensed by the Philippine Overseas Employment Agency (POEA) on June 22, 2009, deploying its first crew shortly after.