MV Georgia 1's Safety Permit Suspended After Grounding in Surigao Port
The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) has suspended the Passenger Ship Safety Certificate (PSSC) of MV Georgia 1 following its grounding at the Port of Surigao, Surigao City. This action aligns with directives from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and the Secretary of Transportation, as investigations into the incident commence.
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