February 2001 News Archive Index

Domino's Gets PFA Recognition Certificate
Last 22 February 2001, Domino's Pizza Philippines was awarded a Certificate of Recognition by the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA) for being an outstanding member. A PFA member since 1998, Domino's Pizza Philippines was recognized for its invaluable assistance, unwavering support and contribution to the success of the association.

US Coast Guard Extends Appreciation to MV "Pearl Venus"
On February 22, 2001, MV "Pearl Venus", a vessel manned by NYK-Fil Ship Management, Inc., received a message of appreciation from the U.S. Coast Guard Honululu, Hawaii for her timely response to a 406 Mhz beacon alert from the fishing vessel NAIA LELE III. Upon notification from the U.S. Coast Guard, MV "Pearl Venus" voluntarily steamed to the distress position 84 NM South of the Island of Hawaii. Finding no vessel in the area, she promptly began a search for survivors and found all three crewmen in a liferaft. MV "Pear Venus" completed this lifesaving search and rescue before U.S. Coast Guard aircraft and vessels could reach the area.

The prompt action of the crew, headed by Capt. Ernesto B. Clarina, for the NAIA LELE III and her crew, directly resulted in three lives saved. The U.S. Coast Guard highly commended their willingness to assist fellow mariners in distress and their participation in the AMVER (Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue) system.

In said message, RAdm J. J. McClelland, Commander, Fourteenth Coast Guard District, Honolulu, HI, stated: "Your unselfish devotion to aid others in distress upholds the highest principles and traditions of maritime service."

The NYK-Filship management and staff share this particular honor with all the officers and crew of MV "Pearl Venus". Bravo!

Making "Magic" Onboard The Disney Magic
From December 2000 to February 2001, a total of 15 DOLSHIP crew were recognized in the Disney Magic's Crew Excellence Awards Program. This recognition is being given to crew either individually or in group, for demonstrating exceptional performances in their duties.

Certificates and cash awards are given to those selected for this recognition. Following were the recent awardees:

December 2000 (Individual Award)

Conrado Lilagan (Plumber)
Rolando Galvez (Asst. Electrician)
Joselito Polintan (Asst. Electrician)

February 2001 (Team Award)

Silveriano Salumbides (Plumber)
Termistocles Hisoler (Wiper)
Ronaldo Nicolas (Plumber)
Alexander Estanislao (Asst. Reefer Engineer)
Arcangel Parba, Jr. (Repairman)
Domiciano Mendigorin (Plumber)
Filemon Docus (Repairman)
Cesar Viejon (Wiper)
Rafael Galvan (Mechanic)
Cristobal Arlos (Asst. Reefer Engineer)
Winnie Ballera (Mechanic)
Teodoro Prudenciado (Plumber)

TQM Update: AMEX-Adventure Holds ISO Training
Last 17 Feb 2001, Amex-Adventure conducted training on Quality Workplace and Records Management for 16 new employees from its various offices/ branches (Manila, Makati, Megamall, Alabang). This was followed by a training on ISO Overview and ISO Documentation on 24 Feb 2001 (Saturday). Both training sessions were conducted by Angie Fraginal, TDGI's TQM Consultant, at the TDGI Board Room. Adventure's Makati Office is already ISO-certified; it is now in the process of getting ISO accreditation for its other offices.

KMTC Passes Surveillance Audit
Another TDG member company just passed its 3rd-party surveillance audit: KMTC! It passed the audit done by SGS Philippines last 09 February 2001. KMTC had a Zero-NCR (non-conformance report) which is truly laudable. Congratulations to the KMTC Team led by Mari Carińo!

As one of the requirements for ISO-certified companies, 3rd-party surveillance auditors, like SGS or Quality NK, check if the company complies with its Quality System; this is done every 6 months.

Domino's Holds 4th Q-Bee Competition
Tension filled the air as Domino's Pizza Philippines prepared for the 4th elimination round of its annual Q-Bee Competition at the Domino's Training Center in Aurora Boulevard last 17 February 2001. 17 team members and 11 managers, representing the different Domino's Pizza stores, participated in the contest. Excitement rose when tie-breaker questions had to be given to break the tie for the 2nd place in the manager category; 4 contestants fought for the slot, which was eventually won by Charlie Fandino of Domino's San Pablo. The manager category champion was Arlene Rodriguez of Domino's Makati. Foe the team member category, Judith Panis of Domino's Aurora was the champion while 2nd place went to Christine Labayo of Domino's Libis.

Asiana Philippines Passes Surveillance Audit
Congratulations to the Asiana Philippines Team of Mr. Park, VJL and Minki for passing the SGS Surveillance Audit last 15 February 2001! Asiana Philippines GSA, Inc. is one of the nine TDG member companies with ISO 9002 certificate.

Top Honors for Asiana Airlines
Asiana Airlines, Korea's national flag carrier, has been selected to receive Air Transport World Magazine's "2001 Passenger Service Award".

Asiana was awarded this coveted industry honor for the outstanding quality of its passenger service, its leadership in innovation and responsiveness to the needs of the customers -- both in the air and on the ground. The award was presented at Air Transport World's Gala Awards Dinner last February 5, 2001 at the Capital Hilton in Washington, DC.

Asiana Airlines is represented in the Philippines by a TDG member company, Asiana Philippines GSA, Inc, which is a joint venture of Asiana Airlines Korea and TDC, the investment company of TDG. Asiana Airlines has a fleet of 54 aircraft and a network of 45 cities in 12 countries.

Domino's International Visits Philippines
Last January 31 to February 4, Mr. Gary Pena, Senior Franchise Consultant of Domino's Pizza International for the Asia-Pacific Region, visited local Domino's stores to conduct store audits and calibrate with Domino's Philippines' store auditors. Mr. Pena, together with representatives of Domino's Philippines, visited several Domino's outlets.

Receiving the highest rating was Domino's Pizza Balibago.

TCL's IQA and Desk Study
Transcontainer Ltd. Philippines (TCL) had its first IQA (Internal Quality Audit) yesterday and today (February 5 - 6). Its Desk Study shall be conducted by SGS Philippines on March 1 - 2, 2001.

TCL will be TDG's 10th member company to be given an ISO 9002 certificate after NYK-Fil (Training & Manning), NYK FilJapan, Dolphin Ship Management, KMTC, FIT, Asiana Philippines., American Express-Adventure International Tours, Yusen Philippines., and Emery Transnational.

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