A bulk carrier taking on nickel ore from barges off Surigao del Norte, with crew on deck.

Surigao del Norte · Since 1992

Where safety
meets reliability.

RZB Arrastre and Stevedoring Services, Inc. handles nickel ore and bulk cargo for the mining industry in Surigao del Norte — with trained crews and more than three decades of operational experience.

  • Claver
  • Tagana-an
  • Surigao City
1992 Operating since
4 Identities, one business
3 Confirmed operating areas
6 Core values

01 — Who we are

Over Three Decades of Experience. One Continuing Commitment.

RASSI is a trusted provider of high-quality stevedoring and manpower services in Surigao del Norte. Established to support the local mining industry, we have built a reputation for reliable, efficient, and safe nickel ore loading.

Our team is composed of trained personnel committed to smooth operations, workplace safety, and client satisfaction. We operate exclusively in Surigao del Norte, with a strong presence in Claver, Tagana-an, and Surigao City.

RASSI 13, a RASSI workboat, in the Port of Surigao City with ferries and cargo ships in the background.
Port of Surigao City RASSI 13
Head office
Surigao City
Core cargo
Nickel ore & bulk
Legal structure
Registered Philippine corporation

02 — Our evolution

One business. Four identities.

Our history is one continuous story — from BBASI in 1992 to RASSI today.

  1. 1992–1996

    BBASI

    Bilang-Bilang Arrastre Services, Inc. begins cargo handling operations.

  2. 1996–2010

    Skippy Stevedoring Services

    The business continues under the Skippy Stevedoring Services name.

  3. 2010–2022

    RZB Cargo Handling Services

    The business operates as RZB Cargo Handling Services.

  4. 2022–present

    RASSI

    RZB Arrastre and Stevedoring Services, Inc. — the current identity.

Successive identities of one evolving business. History supplied by RASSI.

03 — What we do

Cargo handling, end to end.

Stevedoring and manpower services for mining and bulk-cargo operations.

01

Arrastre

Port-side cargo handling that keeps bulk commodities moving between vessel and shore.

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02

Stevedoring

Trained crews for loading and unloading operations, with safety and reliability built into every shift.

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03

Cargo Handling

Nickel ore and bulk cargo handling for partner mining companies in Surigao del Norte.

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04

Manpower Services

Skilled, dependable personnel deployed to support our clients' operations.

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Detailed service scope, equipment, and capacity: [PLACEHOLDER: pending RASSI confirmation]

04 — Safety & standards

Safety is how the work gets done.

We uphold the highest safety standards in all operations to protect our workers, clients, and cargo.

RASSI is a duly registered Philippine corporation, licensed and compliant with the port, labor, and safety regulations governing arrastre and stevedoring services.

Our safety approach

Certifications, audit results, and safety statistics: [PLACEHOLDER: pending RASSI confirmation]

Safety First

We uphold the highest safety standards in all operations to protect our workers, clients, and cargo.

Integrity

We act with honesty, fairness, and accountability in everything we do.

Excellence

We pursue continuous improvement, efficiency, and professionalism in our services.

Reliability

Our clients count on us for consistent performance and dependable manpower.

Teamwork

We foster collaboration, respect, and unity within our workforce and client partnerships.

Employee Welfare

We are committed to the development, health, and rights of every RASSI team member.

05 — Where we operate

Rooted in Surigao del Norte.

Our corporate headquarters is in Surigao City. We operate in the province's major mining areas, including Claver, Tagana-an, and Surigao City.

RASSI operates exclusively in Surigao del Norte. Our team supports nickel ore and bulk-cargo operations from the province's port and mining areas.

Specific terminals and berths: [PLACEHOLDER: pending RASSI confirmation]

Operating area

Surigao del Norte

  1. Surigao City

    Corporate headquarters and port context.

  2. Claver

    Presence in a major mining area of the province.

  3. Tagana-an

    Presence in a major mining area of the province.

Head office · Surigao City

RASSI crew in safety helmets and branded workwear standing on deck in front of a ship's crane.
RASSI crew Surigao del Norte

06 — Our people

Trained crews. Shared standards. One team.

Our people are the backbone of every operation. We invest in training, workplace safety, and employee welfare — because reliable service starts with a supported workforce.

Employee Welfare

We are committed to the development, health, and rights of every RASSI team member.

Careers contact and open roles: [PLACEHOLDER: pending RASSI confirmation]

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Let's talk about your operation.

For stevedoring, arrastre, cargo handling, or manpower requirements, contact our team in Surigao City.

Direct contact inboxes: To be confirmed by RASSI

Head office
Unit D, Café Virginia Complex, Daang Maharlika Highway, Rizal
Surigao City, Surigao del Norte
Philippines
Phone
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Email
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Office hours
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