For over 70 years, Philippines-based MAGSAYSAY and its sister company FAIRMONT have been leaders in shipowning, ship management, chartering, shipping, logistics, and human capital solutions. Founded by Robert C.F. Ho with Don Ambrosio Magsaysay and Miguel Magsaysay, the companies have combined Asian operational expertise with global shipping knowledge to grow their capabilities in ship management, chartering, and crewing. 

The FAIRMONT and MAGSAYSAY Group continue to uphold their legacy of service, resilience, and adaptability, establishing themselves as trusted Asian shipowners, ship managers, and human capital solution providers in the international maritime industry.

Robert C. F. Ho

Robert C. F. Ho

Robert C.F. Ho, Founder and Chairman of the Fairmont and Magsaysay Group, hailed from Shanghai, studied at Columbia Business School, and settled in Manila in 1948 after marrying Anita Magsaysay.

A key figure in passing the Philippines Overseas Act, he championed a culture of integrity, respect, fairness, and compassion. His values continue to inspire the Magsaysay World community.

Don Ambrosio Magsaysay

Don Ambrosio Magsaysay, co-founder of A. Magsaysay, Inc. with Robert C.F. Ho, envisioned advancing national development through shipping.

A patriot and pensionado, he served as General Manager of the Metropolitan Water District, playing a key role in rebuilding Manila’s water and sewage systems after the war.

Don Ambrosio Magsaysay

Miguel Magsaysay

Miguel Magsaysay

Don Miguel Magsaysay, alongside his brother-in-law Robert Ho, helped draft the Philippine Shipping Act of 1955, a cornerstone of the country’s overseas shipping industry.

He played a pivotal role in advancing the training and development of Filipino seafarers.

Fermin Celi
Lucio Buhat
Nonito Lim
Capt. Mario Alfelor
Capt. Jose Vela
CE Dominador Hernandez
Carmie Manese
Bing Manese

Lydia Repoyo
Charlie Gamo
Ramona Pleno 
Emong Pleno
Emma del Rosario
Victor (Manoling) del Rosario
Atty. Teodoro Ungson
Dr. Enrique Garcia

Fanny Garcia
Don Albino Sycip
Washington Sycip
Estelito Mendoza
Rosie Mendoza
Jay R. Olivarez
Cornelius “Boy” De Guzman

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