STORIES OF AMOSUP@60: Continuing the Legacy

Dr. Conrad Oca discusses the legacy of Capt. Gregorio Oca, and the future of Filipino seafarers and the Philippine Maritime Industry.

STORIES OF AMOSUP@60: It’s in the Details

“Capt. Gregorio Oca’s attention to cleanliness and detail speaks of a man for whom no detail is ever too small to improve or make better.”

STORIES OF AMOSUP@60: Support, Progress, and Generosity

The hospital facilities and staff are updated in terms of equipment and training, so they can serve the seafarers and their families better.

STORIES OF AMOSUP@60: The Two Most Important Traits

“Being loyal and being genuine. I learned these from Capt. Oca. These traits are extremely important.”

STORIES OF AMOSUP@60: Building Communities, Building People

Nov 19, 2020 | Industry, Institutions, People

“Keeping one’s word. Owning up to one’s actions. Learning to trust and to be trusted in return.” These are among the values that Engr. James Blanco learned from Capt. Gregorio S. Oca

STORIES OF AMOSUP@60: Connecting Through Food

Nov 13, 2020 | Industry, Institutions, People

Ms. Reggie Lansang paints a picture of the great Capt. Gregorio Oca, AMOSUP founder, and lover of food.

COVID-19 Stories: Seafarers’ Wives in Action

Oct 27, 2020 | Kabaro, Lifestyle, People

Seafarers’ wives volunteered to help the kabaro who were stranded in the boarding houses during the quarantine

COVID-19 Stories: The Transitioning of Filipino Maritime Students

Jul 27, 2020 | Kabaro, Lifestyle, Money Matters, People

Maritime students not only have to adjust to learning online, but many of them also struggle with finances.

Beyond Skin Color

Jul 16, 2020 | Health, Kabaro, People

Where are we on the issue of racism on board?

COVID-19 Stories: The Life of a Seafarer-Volunteer

Jul 7, 2020 | Health, Kabaro, People

One stranded seafarer refused to wallow in uncertainty and self-pity. Instead, he channeled his time and effort into serving his fellow stranded kabaro.