14 March 2022, Initao, Misamis Oriental, Philippines - (L-R) Boatbuilders Manny Bedolido, 43, and Lary Payusan, 50, work on a mid-sized fishing boat in the fishing community hof Poblacion, Initao.
Background information
The vast majority of fishing boats in the Philippines are built in the same manner; Frames and stringers are attached to a solid hardwood keel - or 'kasko' ' and then plywood panels are fitted onto the sides and top. The design is narrow and efficient and can be powered by relatively small engines.
