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The Philippine Navy and Globalport Terminals Inc. (GTI) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), establishing Globalport as an Affiliated Reserve Unit (ARU) of the Armed Forces of the Philippines that further strengthened cooperation between the military and the private maritime sector.

The agreement was signed by Vice Admiral Jose Maria Ambrosio Ezpeleta, Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy, and Sheila Romero, chairwoman of Globalport Terminals Inc., with Milka Romero, Director of Globalport Terminals Inc., signing as witness.

The partnership allows the Navy to utilize Globalport’s nationwide network of port terminals as logistical hubs for Civil–Military Operations (CMO) and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR).

Under the agreement, Globalport ports may serve as operational staging areas for naval and humanitarian missions, enabling the rapid deployment of personnel, equipment, and relief supplies during disasters and national emergencies.

The MOA also provides that selected port facilities may be converted into forward naval operating bases and command centers when needed, allowing the Navy to expand its operational reach across key maritime corridors in the archipelago.

With the continuing modernization of the Philippine Navy and the acquisition of additional naval vessels, Globalport’s network of ports can also accommodate naval ships and provide ancillary services and logistical support, including docking, cargo handling, resupply, and other maritime support services necessary to sustain naval operations.

Founded in 2012 by former Deputy Speaker Mikee Romero, Globalport Terminals Inc. has grown into one of the country’s major port operators. The company previously operated major port facilities including Manila North Harbour and Harbour Centre, both key maritime gateways in Manila.

Today, Globalport operates several major baseport terminals across Luzon and strategic ports across the Visayas and Mindanao, forming a nationwide maritime logistics network.

These include Matnog Port in Sorsogon; Tacloban Port in Leyte; Tagbilaran Port in Bohol; Pulupandan Port and Banago Port in Negros Occidental; Zamboanga Port in Zamboanga del Sur; Davao Port in Davao del Sur; Ozamiz Port in Misamis Occidental; Iligan Port in Lanao del Norte; Nasipit Port in Agusan del Norte; Surigao Port in Surigao del Norte; and Opol Port in Misamis Oriental.

Sheila Romero emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting national security and disaster preparedness.

“Globalport is honored to partner with the Philippine Navy in this important initiative. Our ports serve as vital gateways connecting communities across the archipelago, and through this partnership we are ready to support humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and civil–military operations while helping strengthen the country’s maritime security.

The Philippine Navy and Globalport Terminals Inc. signed a memorandum of agreement Tuesday, designating the port operator as an affiliated reserve unit of the Armed Forces of the Philippines to bolster national defense and disaster response.

The agreement allows the Navy to utilize Globalport’s nationwide network of terminals as logistical hubs for civil-military operations and humanitarian assistance and disaster response missions.

Vice Adm. Jose Maria Ambrosio Ezpeleta, flag officer in command of the Philippine Navy, and Sheila Romero, chairwoman of Globalport Terminals Inc., signed the pact. Milka Romero, a director at Globalport, served as a witness.

Under the agreement, Globalport facilities may serve as operational staging areas, enabling the rapid deployment of personnel, equipment, and relief supplies during national emergencies.

The partnership also allows for the conversion of selected facilities into forward naval operating bases and command centers, extending the Navy’s reach across the archipelago’s maritime corridors.

As the Philippine Navy continues its modernization program and acquires more vessels, the Globalport network will provide essential support services, including docking, cargo handling, and resupply.

“Globalport is honored to partner with the Philippine Navy in this important initiative,” Sheila Romero said. “Our ports serve as vital gateways connecting communities, and through this partnership, we are ready to support humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and civil-military operations while helping strengthen the country’s maritime security.”

Founded in 2012 by former Deputy Speaker Mikee Romero, Globalport has grown from managing Manila-based gateways to operating a nationwide logistics network. Its current portfolio includes strategic ports in Matnog, Tacloban, Tagbilaran, Zamboanga, Davao, and several other locations across Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao.

The signing ceremony was attended by senior military officials, including Vice Commander Maj. Gen. Edwin Amadar, NAVRESCOM Commander Maj. Gen. Doroteo Jalandoni, Capt. Edwin Ello, and N9 Chief Capt. Jun Sales.

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Navy and Globalport Terminals Inc. (GTI) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), establishing Globalport as an Affiliated Reserve Unit (ARU) of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, further strengthening cooperation between the military and the private maritime sector.

The agreement was signed by Vice Admiral Jose Maria Ambrosio Ezpeleta, Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy, and Sheila Romero, chairwoman of Globalport Terminals Inc., with Milka Romero, Director of Globalport Terminals Inc., signing as witness.

The partnership allows the Navy to utilize Globalport’s nationwide network of port terminals as logistical hubs for Civil-Military Operations (CMO) and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR).

Under the agreement, Globalport ports may serve as operational staging areas for naval and humanitarian missions, enabling the rapid deployment of personnel, equipment, and relief supplies during disasters and national emergencies.

The MOA also provides that selected port facilities may be converted into forward naval operating bases and command centers when needed, allowing the Navy to expand its operational reach across key maritime corridors in the archipelago.

With the continuing modernization of the Philippine Navy and the acquisition of additional naval vessels, Globalport’s network of ports can also accommodate naval ships and provide ancillary services and logistical support, including docking, cargo handling, resupply, and other maritime support services necessary to sustain naval operations.

Founded in 2012 by former Deputy Speaker Mikee Romero, Globalport Terminals Inc. has grown into one of the country’s major port operators. The company previously operated major port facilities including Manila North Harbour and Harbour Centre, both key maritime gateways in Manila.

Today, Globalport operates several major baseport terminals across Luzon and strategic ports across the Visayas and Mindanao, forming a nationwide maritime logistics network.

These include Matnog Port in Sorsogon; Tacloban Port in Leyte; Tagbilaran Port in Bohol; Pulupandan Port and Banago Port in Negros Occidental; Zamboanga Port in Zamboanga del Sur; Davao Port in Davao del Sur; Ozamiz Port in Misamis Occidental; Iligan Port in Lanao del Norte; Nasipit Port in Agusan del Norte; Surigao Port in Surigao del Norte; and Opol Port in Misamis Oriental.

Sheila Romero emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting national security and disaster preparedness.

“Globalport is honored to partner with the Philippine Navy in this important initiative. Our ports serve as vital gateways connecting communities across the archipelago, and through this partnership we are ready to support humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and civil-military operations while helping strengthen the country’s maritime security.”

The establishment of the Globalport Affiliated Reserve Unit highlights the growing role of public-private partnerships in national defense, disaster resilience, and maritime security, ensuring that key maritime infrastructure can support both civilian and military operations when needed.

Apart from Ezpeleta, the signing of the MOA was attended by Vice Commander Major General Edwin Amadar, NAVRESCOM Commander Major General Doroteo Jalandoni, Captain Edwin Ello, and N9 Chief Captain Jun Sales, along with other senior naval officers.

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Navy and Globalport Terminals Inc. (GTI) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) establishing Globalport as an Affiliated Reserve Unit (ARU) of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, strengthening cooperation between the military and the private maritime sector.

The agreement was signed by FOIC Jose Maria Ambrosio Ezpeleta, Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy, and Sheila Romero, Chairman of Globalport Terminals Inc., with Milka Romero, Director of Globalport Terminals Inc., signing as witness.

The partnership allows the Philippine Navy to utilize Globalport’s nationwide network of port terminals as logistical hubs for Civil–Military Operations (CMO) and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response (HADR).

Under the agreement, Globalport ports may serve as operational staging areas for naval and humanitarian missions, enabling the rapid deployment of personnel, equipment, and relief supplies during disasters and national emergencies.

The MOA also provides that selected port facilities may be converted into forward naval operating bases and command centers when needed, allowing the Navy to expand its operational reach across key maritime corridors in the archipelago.

With the continuing modernization of the Philippine Navy and the acquisition of additional naval vessels, Globalport’s network of ports can also accommodate naval ships and provide ancillary services and logistical support, including docking, cargo handling, resupply, and other maritime support services necessary to sustain naval operations.

Founded in 2012 by former Deputy Speaker Mikee Romero, Globalport Terminals Inc. has grown into one of the country’s major port operators. The company previously operated major port facilities including Manila North Harbour and Harbour Centre, both key maritime gateways in Manila.

Today, Globalport operates several major baseport terminals across Luzon and strategic ports across the Visayas and Mindanao, forming a nationwide maritime logistics network.

These include Matnog Port in Sorsogon; Tacloban Port in Leyte; Tagbilaran Port in Bohol; Pulupandan Port and Banago Port in Negros Occidental; Zamboanga Port in Zamboanga del Sur; Davao Port in Davao del Sur; Ozamiz Port in Misamis Occidental; Iligan Port in Lanao del Norte; Nasipit Port in Agusan del Norte; Surigao Port in Surigao del Norte; and Opol Port in Misamis Oriental.

Sheila Romero, Chairman of Globalport Terminals Inc., emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting national security and disaster preparedness.

“Globalport is honored to partner with the Philippine Navy in this important initiative. Our ports serve as vital gateways connecting communities across the archipelago, and through this partnership we are ready to support humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and civil–military operations while helping strengthen the country’s maritime security.”

The establishment of the Globalport Affiliated Reserve Unit highlights the growing role of public–private partnerships in national defense, disaster resilience, and maritime security, ensuring that key maritime infrastructure can support both civilian and military operations when needed.

The signing ceremony was attended by senior officers of the Philippine Navy led by FOIC Jose Maria Ambrosio Ezpeleta, together with his Vice Commander Major General Edwin Amadar, NAVRESCOM Commander Major General Doroteo Jalandoni, Captain Edwin Ello, and N9 Chief Captain Jun Sales, along with other senior naval officers. 

Globalport Tacloban Terminal Inc. was honored as an Environmental Steward of the Province during the 162nd Founding Anniversary of Sta. Rita, Samar, on January 5, 2026.

The award recognizes the company’s significant efforts to protect the environment throughout 2025. Globalport earned this distinction primarily through its mangrove restoration project in Barangay Dampigan, where the team successfully planted 6,800 mangrove propagules.

These mangroves serve as a vital natural defense for the coastline, helping to prevent erosion and protecting the community from storm surges. The initiative also supports local biodiversity by providing a healthy habitat for marine life.

By receiving this award, Globalport Tacloban reaffirms its commitment to sustainable operations and its dedication to preserving the natural beauty and safety of the province of Samar.

Globalport Iligan Terminal Inc. demonstrated that their commitment extends far beyond the port, becoming a key contributor to the Iligan Bay Chamber of Industries (IBCI) Relief Assistance Program for fire survivors in Tonggo, Buruun, Iligan City.

Amidst the tragedy, the company’s generosity transformed the relief operation into a powerful expression of solidarity. Their contribution, alongside other IBCI members, went beyond material aid—it served as a lifeline, a symbol of hope, and a message of compassion for the families who had lost so much.

Globalport Iligan Terminal Inc. exemplified the chamber’s shared vision that true service and community unity are measured by how deeply member companies touch the lives of people in their community.

On September 04, 2025, at around 1005H, a Hawksbill Sea Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata), a critically endangered species, was discovered trapped and entangled in a cargo net in the seawater adjacent to Berth 4, Globalport Terminal Davao, Km. 10, Sasa, Davao City, during a routine inspection of the port premises.

The incident was immediately reported by Mr. Frede Pabalate, Pollution Control and Safety Officer of Globalport Davao Terminal, to the Philippine Coast Guard – Marine Environmental Protection Unit (PCG-MEPU).

At 1026H, the PCG-MEPU team arrived on site, and by 1040H, their divers successfully freed the turtle with the use of a rubber boat. The turtle was carefully brought to shore, cleaned of barnacles, and kept hydrated to minimize stress.

This successful rescue underscores the importance of vigilance, inter-agency coordination, and a shared commitment to the protection and conservation of endangered marine wildlife.

Surigao City, Philippines — Globalport Surigao Terminal Inc. (GSTI) successfully passed its first ISO Integrated Management System (IMS) Surveillance Audit on August 28–29, 2025, with zero non-conformities and one positive finding cited for the improvement of its facilities.

The surveillance audit, conducted by TÜV SÜD, covered ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management). This annual audit follows GSTI’s certification last September 23–26, 2024, and ensures that the company continues to uphold world-class standards in its operations.

The audit scope included critical port terminal operations such as container and passenger terminal management, cargo handling, cargo storage management, roll-on/roll-off (RORO) services, weighbridge services, rental services, porterage, and port reception facilities.

With no non-conformities raised, the auditors noted a commendable positive finding highlighting the company’s ongoing improvement of facilities. This achievement demonstrates GSTI’s strong commitment to continuous development and adherence to international standards.

Management Representative Julie Ann Marie Cabillar, together with General Manager Mark Lester T. Tan, the IMS Team, department heads, and all employees, played key roles in the successful audit. “This result is a collective effort of all departments, and we remain committed to ensuring safe, efficient, and quality port operations for our clients and stakeholders,” the management expressed.

By maintaining its ISO certifications, GSTI reinforces its reputation as a trusted port terminal operator, strengthening client confidence while ensuring that its operations remain safe, efficient, and aligned with global best practices.

Globalport Matnog is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of our 3rd Anniversary Sportsfest, held from May 25-27! This event underscored the strong spirit of unity and healthy competition within our team.

The festivities included a Thanksgiving Mass on May 26 and culminated in an Awarding Ceremony on May 27 at the GMTI Conference Room, where we recognized both our dedicated loyalty awardees and our deserving Sportsfest champions.

We extend our sincere gratitude for your continued support of GMTI.

A new chapter begins! We’re thrilled to announce the maiden call of M/V DOÑA CAROLINE JOY of GOTHONG SOUTHERN SHIPPING LINES INC. in GLOBALPORT ILIGAN on May 25, 2025. 

This vessel, carrying essential containerized cargo via LOLO operations, marks a significant step forward in our maritime operations in Iligan City. Here’s to efficient cargo handling operations and more productive partnerships ahead!