Dragon Interseas Maritime Corporation (DIMC)
Navigating Excellence. Mastering Safety.
Established in 2015, DIMC offers STCW courses, domestic courses, in-house courses, and practical assessments that equip Filipino seafarers with the skills, discipline, and experience needed for a successful career at sea.
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Vision and Mission
Vision
A premier Maritime institution dedicated to holistic and world-class standard of training and assessment system.
Mission
The institution is committed to the upliftment of the country by making available to the maritime stakeholders high quality and internationally competitive training and practical assessment for the effective development of the knowledge, understanding, skills, and proficiency of the seafarers.
Values
We operate with a H.E.A.R.T. Humility, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Tenacity, values that guide our commitment to serve families and communities with integrity, innovation, and gratitude.
- Ratings Forming Part of a Navigational Watch
- Security Awareness Training and Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
Domestic Courses
- Crowd and Crisis Management
- Deck Watchkeeping
- Engine Watchkeeping
- Safe Navigation with Collision Regulation
In-house Course
- International Safety Management (ISM)
Maritime Cadetship
Courses
STCW Courses
Duration: 6 days
This course is designed to develop the operational skills, knowledge, and attitudes required for a Rating forming part of a navigational watch, aligning with industry standards. It aims to provide trainees with foundational knowledge, understanding of basic principles, and the practical skills essential for this role. Applicable to all ratings forming part of a navigational watch on a seagoing ship of 500 gross tonnage or more.
Security Awareness Training and Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
Duration: 1 day
This course equips seafarers with the skills to handle security duties, including threat recognition, security measures, and incident response, in compliance with the ISPS Code. It prepares them to enhance the security of the ship, its crew, and cargo.
Domestic Courses
Duration: 4 days
This course is applicable to all officers, ratings, and other personnel designated in the muster list to assist passengers in emergency situations onboard passenger ships engaged in domestic voyages. It focuses on crowd control, communication, and crisis response procedures to ensure safety and effective management in compliance with maritime safety standards.
Deck Watchkeeping
Duration: 3 days
This course covers navigation, vessel safety, and compliance with maritime regulations, ensuring safe and efficient operations on domestic voyages. It is applicable to all deck ratings in the support level forming part of navigational watch boarding the domestic vessels of 100 GT and above.
Engine Watchkeeping
Duration: 4 days
This course equips seafarers with the essential knowledge and skills to perform engine room watchkeeping duties. It covers machinery operations, maintenance, safety protocols, and compliance with maritime regulations to ensure the safe and efficient functioning of a vessel’s engine systems on domestic voyages. Applicable to all engine ratings in the support level forming part of engineering watch serving domestic vessels.
Safe Navigation with Collision Regulation
Duration: 4 days
This course provides seafarers with the knowledge and skills to ensure safe navigation and prevent collisions. It focuses on the application of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs), situational awareness, and effective decision-making to promote safety on domestic voyages. Applicable to all ship officers acting as Master and Mates navigation domestic vessels of at least 100 GT or 200 KW.
In-house Course
Duration: 1 day
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, a key regulatory framework established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to enhance safety at sea and prevent marine pollution. The course explores the purpose, structure, and application of the ISM Code, ensuring participants gain the knowledge required for effective safety management in the maritime industry.
Maritime Cadetship
Duration: 6 months
Maritime Cadetship is a six-month training program that covers theoretical and practical sessions on topics such as navigation, safety, communication, and vessel operations. Experienced industry professionals will conduct the six-month training program and offer internships and job placement opportunities to successful graduates. Applicants must be high school graduates, at least 18 years old, and physically and mentally fit.
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Testimonials
Marcelo InocentesRFPNW Completer 2025
This training equipped me with the essential skills and discipline required for safe and efficient navigation. The comprehensive lessons and practical exercises helped me understand the importance of teamwork, communication, and vigilance while on watch. I’m grateful for the opportunity to learn from experienced mentors who shared valuable insights from their years at sea. I feel fully prepared to start my maritime career.
Leandro VillaceranRFPNW Completer 2025
Completing the Ratings Forming Part of a Navigational Watch course has been a life-changing experience for me. I gained not only the technical knowledge needed to perform watchkeeping duties but also the confidence to work effectively as part of a ship’s crew. The hands-on training and guidance from our instructors prepared me for real-life scenarios at sea. I am now ready to contribute my skills with professionalism and dedication.
Contact Us
- General Maxilom Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, Philippines
- +63-995-073-1463
- dimc.primary@gmail.com
- Mon-Fri - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM