🇵🇭 Pilar, Philippines

Pilar is a small coastal city located in the province of Bataan in the Philippines. It has a population of approximately 44,000 people. Pilar is of interest to seafarers, shipowners, and crewing companies as it is home to the Freeport Area of Bataan, which includes the Port of Mariveles. The port serves as a major gateway for trade and commerce, and also hosts shipyards and factories producing ship parts.