ITF Seafarers Trust

06/10/2026

Not long after the winners were announced, competition judge Christina Manzano was pleased to meet Lowere Santos, the seafarer in Juven Tupas’ photo “Under the Waterline” at the Museo del Galeon in the Philippines. What a great meeting!
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Amosup Official Juven Tupas Lowere Honrado Santos

25/09/2026

Loid Anthony Cadunog’s image “Rest is a Luxury” of a tired worker taking a rest was also Highly Commended with judge and professional photographer Peter Iain Campbell noting its “really good perspective, composition and emotive tones.”
Congratulations Loid!

25/09/2026

Congratulations to Highly Commended Winner Han Lwin Oo Ship's View for the amazing photo 'The Connection'.

25/09/2026

In Cebu, Associated Philippine Seafarers Union - APSU awarded The Life at Sea 2026 Highly Commended winner Loid Anthony Cadunog for his photo 'Rest if you must'. Congratulations!

25/09/2026

Earlier today Amosup Official hosted the Life at Sea 2026 Award Ceremony for the winners of the competition. Thanks for hosting and congratulations to the winners!

25/09/2026

“Below the Waterline” by Juven Tupas was Highly Commended by the Judges. It was chosen for its strong composition and character, emphasised by the playful pose of the seafarer.
Congratulations Juven!

25/09/2026

25/09/2026

If you're in the Philippines, you can see the Life At Sea exhibition with photos from out Life At Sea seafarer photography competition at the Museo del Galeón until 30 November this year. Well worth a visit!

Life at sea, as seen by seafarers themselves. 🌊📷

From working on deck, in the engine room, and in the galley to quiet moments away from family and time shared with fellow crew, these photographs offer a closer look at everyday life on board.

Organised by The ITF Seafarers Trust, LIFE AT SEA began in 2020 and has since grown into an annual photography competition, with over 17,000 images submitted by seafarers around the world.

Now on view from SEPT 24 - NOV 30, 2026:
🏛 4/F Museo del Galeón, SM MOA
📍 FREE for museum ticket holders
🎟Buy tickets: bit.ly/museodelgalon (Link in Bio)

25/09/2026

We may recognize some of the pictures in the background of these photos! But we are always pleased to see the value of work and their vital role as international keyworkers being reflected in commitments to their welfare.
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25/09/2026

Han Lwin Oo’s photograph, “The Connection” was Highly Commended for its portrayal of a comradely gesture between two seafarers whilst undertaking a risky and challenging job.
Congratulations Han Lwin Oo!