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Maayo Ship Building and Ship Repairs, Inc., with full support from the Maritime Industry Authority, is expected to complete its first commercial vessel, MARTIN 10, before the end of this year
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Construction follows MARINA-approved plans and oversight by the MARINA-Accredited Classification Society, Ocean Register of Shipping Inc.
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MARINA administrator Sonia Malaluan recently visited the site and emphasized the project’s alignment with the proposed Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Development Bill
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Malaluan also commended MARTIN 10 as a concrete example of local shipyard potential and its role in modernizing domestic shipping
Maayo Ship Building and Ship Repairs, Inc., with full support from the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), is expected to complete its first commercial vessel, MARTIN 10, before the end of this year, signaling a significant step forward in the technical capacity of Philippine shipyards.
The vessel – being constructed at the Maayo’s shipyard in Tampi, San Jose, Negros Oriental – is being built based on MARINA-approved preliminary plans and is under the oversight of the MARINA-Accredited Classification Society, Ocean Register of Shipping Inc.
MARINA administrator Sonia Malaluan recently visited the Maayo facility to meet with shipyard personnel and review updates on the project.
Malaluan said the initiative aligns with the proposed Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Development Bill, which seeks to modernize and expand the Philippines’ shipbuilding and ship repair sector.
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She highlighted that the MARTIN 10 project demonstrates “the vast potential of local shipyards and the promising growth to support the modernization of domestic shipping.”
The company thanked MARINA for its continued guidance and reiterated its commitment to constructing safe, high-quality vessels that meet national standards, while fostering employment and development opportunities in the local community.
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Maayo Shipyard positions itself as a full-service maritime facility offering a comprehensive range of services in vessel construction, repair, and maintenance. Located in Negros Oriental, the shipyard caters to both domestic and regional maritime needs, supporting the growing demand for reliable and efficient marine infrastructure.
The facility specializes in both routine and emergency vessel repairs, including hull refurbishments, mechanical and electrical servicing, dry docking, and underwater inspections. These capabilities enable Maayo to provide end-to-end lifecycle support for various vessel types, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with maritime standards.
In addition to repair services, Maayo Shipyard offers retrofit and upgrade solutions aimed at modernizing vessels. These include the installation of energy-efficient systems, advanced navigation and communication technologies, and enhancements that align with international environmental and safety regulations — critical for operators navigating evolving global compliance requirements.
The shipyard is also equipped with advanced fabrication and machining capabilities, including Computer Numerical Control machining, custom parts manufacturing, and structural steel and aluminum fabrication.
