The Search for the Ten Outstanding Maritime Students of the Philippines (TOMSP) 2026 concluded by honoring 10 students selected from 20 national finalists representing 14 maritime higher education institutions across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
The awardees were Christian Lloyd Adaya, Kim Japhet Amarille, Wency Wrenz Arellano, Lemuel Cabog, Lady Rhaine Hunther Cancaida, Laxrey Janne Dahilan, Rachelle Mae Dela Cruz, Ivan Inojales, Sen Sinangote, and Christine Joy Tenio. The ceremony recognized their leadership, dedication, and accomplishments as future maritime professionals.
Several finalists also received special awards for their performance during the TOMSP formation activities. Christian Lloyd Adaya of DMMA College of Southern Philippines in Davao City won Best Project Proposal, while Christine Joy Tenio of Saint Joseph Institute of Technology in Butuan City received Best Introduction Video. Earl Luiz Militar of John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation–Bacolod earned the Best Essay Award.
MARINO PH was represented at the ceremony by Admin Capt. Stevon Ryan Arillo, who covered the event as the organization’s correspondent. Arillo is also a TOMSP alumnus.
As an official media partner of TOMSP 2026, MARINO PH continues to support maritime education and recognize young people preparing to join the Philippine maritime industry.