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TIM eMagazine Vol.1 Issue 2 MARINA Administrator Max Mejia Jr, Deputy Administrator Glo Bañas, Deputy Executive Director Jabeth Dacanay and Mr. Robert Oh of Quantum X during the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Mr. Robert Oh of Quantum X Mr. Robert Oh of Quantum X MARINA Administrator Max Mejia Jr MARINA Administrator Max Mejia Jr An indication, that our seafarers are definitely internet savvy as they are exposed with modern ships with high-end navigational technologies and engineering systems. Surely, it’s a welcome this reform for them. Mejia further disclosed that since its introduction in October 2014, the Online Appointment System (OLAS) for Certificate of Proficiency (COP) is growing and is now gaining popularity amongst our seafarers. “An indication, that our seafarers are definitely internet savvy as they are exposed with modern ships with highend navigational technologies and engineering systems. Surely, it’s a welcome this reform for them.” Mejia added. “This will become mandatory for all ship officers applying for Certificate of Compliance (COC).” Mejia said. In line with MARINA’s modernization pro ܘ[H]