Philtex and its affiliates are recognized leaders throughout the Middle East and Europe in the flagging of merchant ships. Established in 1999 with its head offices located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and designated offices in the USA and Philippines, the company engages in extensive maritime activities. Under direct authorization by various governments, recognized classification societies, and insurance companies, Philtex registers ships and carries out necessary technical surveys under the guidelines and laws as set forth by the International Maritime Organization and the Flag State.

Assisting ship owners over the years the management and staff are made up of highly qualified marine professionals with a sound administrative and technical background. Since 1998 our staff has registered over 300 vessels under a variety of open registries. Our associates marine surveying companies are approved by the Dubai Port Authority and in all major ports throughout Middle East, India, Europe, USA, Far East, & Asia.

Services include ship & corporate registration, technical surveys, condition & cargo gear surveys, ISM & ISPS consultation, implementation, and crew training. Class entry surveys, issuance of class and statutory certificates. Operations also include special registration, dual registrations , seafarer’s documents, tonnage calculations, corporate formation, crewing, legal services, accounting services, marine insurance and general consultancy to ships owners and operators.

Chris E. Warren

Director / President of Philtex Corporation. Qualification- Bachelors of Science in Business Administration major in International Business. For over 25 years have held senior level administrative positions with extensive and successful background in international business.. A motivator and developer of people skills utilizing the team approach. Proven experience in creating market awareness and building brand identity. Creator of sales enhancement programs for multi-national companies. Worked for major corporations and has managed privately owned companies since 1987.

Corporate responsibility is to develop and oversee the international marketing operations and present activities including Flag Administration, Classification, Marine Surveys, Engineering Surveys, Legal Services, Accounting Services, Corporate Formation Structure & Maritime Insurance: P & I Coverage, Hull & Machinery, & Cargo. As a Marine, Engineering Surveys and Legal Consultants. Further responsibilities involve management developing market strategies for Ship Registration of Merchant Ships under the Tanzania Zanzibar International Register of Shipping (TZIRS)

Jocelyn S. Acosta

Director of Operations / Vice President of Philtex Corporation. Qualification: Bachelors of Science in Business Administration major in accounting – 19 years work experience in management level. Administer the complete procedure for Ship Registration of Merchant Ships under the Tanzania Zanzibar International Register of Shipping.

REGISTRATION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collection & preparation of required document for submission to appropriate main administrative office “Head Office”, Application for Registration (by owner or legal representative) assisting in preparation, and or verification of; Power of Attorney, Deletion Certificate, Bill of Sale, evidence of Title of Ownership, Tonnage Certificates, Class & Trading Certificates, Application for Radio/Ship Station license, Issuance of Provisional Registration Certificates, Manning Certificates, de-registration of naval mortgages, payment of annual taxes,& seafarers licenses.

OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Providing clients information and pricing negotiation, formal quotations, invoicing, collections and preparation of “Official Receipts”. Original document issuance: Certificate of Competency and Seaman Book, Civil Liability Certificate, Non-Encumbrance Certificate, Change of Ownership, Dual Registration ( charter in ), special registration, Verifying all registration documents to be produced for current application of new enrollments, extensions, permanent or renewal status, where the vessel are in compliance of STCW, ISM Code, ISPS Code, GMDSS & Etc.

Ryan A. Federo

Corporate Accountant. Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, graduated with leadership award and also a former President of Junior Philippine Institute of Public Accountants – LN Chapter (LNJPIA), in the Philippines and a member of (PICPA) – Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants – Have 3 years experience in a big 5 leading Accounting Firms such as: (Punongbayan & Auraullo, SGV & Co.) with an excellent knowledge Package Systems (ACCPAC), Platinum, Peachtree accounting and Great Plains Enterprise accounting software. Adept in many forms of Internet/Web Technologies and communications.

Nida Ramos

Office Administration - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, major in management with 19 years experience in office administration.

Philtex Corporation is authorized representative for American Register of Shipping in UAE, USA and Philippines. Our marine surveyors are:

Capt. Khaldoon Kalla - Master Mariner graduated in San Diego, California, USA 1994 and German Lloyds Certified Internal Auditor, implementation of ISO 9001-2000, Certified by GL for ISM/DOC implementation, ISPS Code, implementation, DPA System – United Kingdom – 1996, All Safety Courses Advance for Fire Fighting, Survival, First Aid, All Electronic Equipment Certificate; Radar, ARPA, Communication Navtex & ART

Engr. Jahanseb Khan – 25 years experience in marine industry. Chief Engineer License from United Kingdom, Fellow of the Institute of Engineers (India), Member of Institute of Marine Engineers (India), QRCA Approved Internal Auditor, Attended courses by DNV for implementation of ISO 14000, Graduation in Marine Engineering from DMET-India (1972-1976 batch),Indian School Certificate from La Martini ere College (India)

He has also been actively involved in the training of the crew in safety management system for implementation of the ISM code / ISPS code on various vessels and has prepared training courses for the shore staff. He has made manuals for Cargo Securing Arrangements, SOPEP and Garbage Management.