About

Pacific Asia Overseas Shipping Corporation (widely known in the maritime community as PASCOR) is a pioneering crew manning and international maritime recruitment agency in the Philippines. Established in 1972, the corporation stands as one of the country's longest-operating seafarer deployment entities. It is fully licensed by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW, formerly POEA). The agency specializes in recruiting, thoroughly screening, testing, and managing highly disciplined marine officers and deck ratings for international ocean-going vessels. Due to its clean track record and strict adherence to international maritime compliance structures—including STCW and MLC 2006 guidelines—PASCOR has earned specialized government processing designations that allow for rapid deployment and efficient contract processing. Operating under the broader Pacific Ace group framework from its central facilities in Parañaque City, the company matches skilled Filipino seafarers with international shipowners and principals, ensuring top-tier operational safety, navigational excellence, and global compliance across international trade routes.