By: LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
Monday, 09 August 2010
Philippine Navy responds to the call for humanitarian assistance Monday 09 August 2010. As weather improves, Philippine Navy Cessna 330 and Philippine Navy Cessna 324 take off 10:30 a.m. for Search Operations of the missing SF Freighter, a 498-ton cargo vessel, reported missing 2:00 a.m. Saturday 07 August 2010. She was reported to have suffered engine failure amidst turbulent winds and rough seas at the vicinity Isabel Island in Romblon.
Focus of the search will be the vicinity of Dos Hermanas Island Romblon. The expanded search area is now 900 square nautical mile taking into account drift, then-prevailing weather condition, and other data available.
Apart from its primary role of conducting maritime security operations, humanitarian operations like search, rescue, relief and rehabilitation are also among the Navy’s priority missions. (End)
Monday, August 9, 2010
Thursday, August 5, 2010
P R E S S A D V I S O R Y
By: LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Navy Public Affairs Office
02 August 2010, Monday
WHO: Commander of the 7th Fleet and US Ship Blue Ridge
(LCC 19)
WHAT: Arrival Ceremony
WHEN: 04 August 2010 at 9 a.m.
WHERE: Pier 13, South Harbor, Manila
DETAILS:
The Philippine Navy (PN) is ready to receive the goodwill
visit of Vice Admiral John Bird USN, Commander 7th Fleet
(C7F) and USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19).
Part of the protocol is a meeting procedure wherein the
Philippine Navy ship, BRP Leopoldo Regis (PG 847), meets
the USS Blue Ridge 19 upon its arrival in the vicinity of
Corregidor Island around 5 AM Wednesday, 04 August 2010.
PG 847 will then escort LCC 19 up to Pier 13 in South Harbor,
Manila where it will dock until its departure on Saturday,
07 August 2010.
A press conference to be presided by US Embassy officials
is scheduled 10 AM onboard LCC 19. The Commander of the
7thFleet and Commanding Officer of LCC 19 will entertain
questions from the media.
The goodwill visit paves the way for strengthening ties
for both countries and to reiterate the the commitment in
combating terrorism which requires a concerted effort among
nations who aspire for peace and stability in the Asia
Pacific region. The goodwill visit also serves as a good
venue to discuss with our US counterparts the possibilities
for closer linkages such as mutual visits, exchange of
subject matter experts and research analysts, and similar
activities that would contribute to a mutually beneficial
relationship between the Philippines and US armed forces
in the area of defense/military research. This will give
opportunity for both navies to learn from one another the
best practices in technology and warfare.
Slated in the coming days is a shipboard tour and
familiarization of students of the Fleet Training Center,
Cavite City that will give opportunity for PN students to
optimize learning aboard state-of-the-art vessels as the
PN embarks on its modernization. This will will acquaint
the Philippine Navy with modern technology that would
prepare and accustom them for an effective and efficient
operation of navy vessels once the Philippine navy achieves
its desired modernized state.
Officers and personnel of both navies are also scheduled to
participate in humanitarian projects in Manila with the
construction of a day care center in Caloocan City and a
visit at the Gawad Kalinga Village in Taguig City. The two
navies will also see action during sports activities at NS
Jose Francisco, Taguig City.
Friends from the media are invited to cover the said event.
PG 847 will depart Commodore Divino Pier at the Navy
Headquarters in Roxas Blvd, Manila around 2:45 AM, 04 August
2010. Boarding time is between 2 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. Please
bring medical masks and wear comfortable clothes. Interested
parties may coordinate with ENS LIEZL VIDALLON PN at mobile
telephone number 0916-242-9920 for other details.
Director, Navy Public Affairs Office
02 August 2010, Monday
WHO: Commander of the 7th Fleet and US Ship Blue Ridge
(LCC 19)
WHAT: Arrival Ceremony
WHEN: 04 August 2010 at 9 a.m.
WHERE: Pier 13, South Harbor, Manila
DETAILS:
The Philippine Navy (PN) is ready to receive the goodwill
visit of Vice Admiral John Bird USN, Commander 7th Fleet
(C7F) and USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19).
Part of the protocol is a meeting procedure wherein the
Philippine Navy ship, BRP Leopoldo Regis (PG 847), meets
the USS Blue Ridge 19 upon its arrival in the vicinity of
Corregidor Island around 5 AM Wednesday, 04 August 2010.
PG 847 will then escort LCC 19 up to Pier 13 in South Harbor,
Manila where it will dock until its departure on Saturday,
07 August 2010.
A press conference to be presided by US Embassy officials
is scheduled 10 AM onboard LCC 19. The Commander of the
7thFleet and Commanding Officer of LCC 19 will entertain
questions from the media.
The goodwill visit paves the way for strengthening ties
for both countries and to reiterate the the commitment in
combating terrorism which requires a concerted effort among
nations who aspire for peace and stability in the Asia
Pacific region. The goodwill visit also serves as a good
venue to discuss with our US counterparts the possibilities
for closer linkages such as mutual visits, exchange of
subject matter experts and research analysts, and similar
activities that would contribute to a mutually beneficial
relationship between the Philippines and US armed forces
in the area of defense/military research. This will give
opportunity for both navies to learn from one another the
best practices in technology and warfare.
Slated in the coming days is a shipboard tour and
familiarization of students of the Fleet Training Center,
Cavite City that will give opportunity for PN students to
optimize learning aboard state-of-the-art vessels as the
PN embarks on its modernization. This will will acquaint
the Philippine Navy with modern technology that would
prepare and accustom them for an effective and efficient
operation of navy vessels once the Philippine navy achieves
its desired modernized state.
Officers and personnel of both navies are also scheduled to
participate in humanitarian projects in Manila with the
construction of a day care center in Caloocan City and a
visit at the Gawad Kalinga Village in Taguig City. The two
navies will also see action during sports activities at NS
Jose Francisco, Taguig City.
Friends from the media are invited to cover the said event.
PG 847 will depart Commodore Divino Pier at the Navy
Headquarters in Roxas Blvd, Manila around 2:45 AM, 04 August
2010. Boarding time is between 2 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. Please
bring medical masks and wear comfortable clothes. Interested
parties may coordinate with ENS LIEZL VIDALLON PN at mobile
telephone number 0916-242-9920 for other details.
Monday, August 2, 2010
Navy Boosts its Maritime Law Enforcement thru Inter-agency Exercise
By: LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
27 July 2010, Tuesday
The Philippine Navy ups the ante on its maritime
law enforcement as it began yesterday, 26 July 2010,
the discussion phase of the Coast Watch South
Capability Exercise or “CWSCAPEX 2010 TTX” in
Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. Two other government
agencies engaged in maritime law enforcement--
the Philippine Coast Guard and PNP- Maritime Group
join their PN counterparts until Friday, July 30,
to harmonize coordination in their efforts against
lawless maritime activities.
The week-long table-top exercise involves the
exchange of information on the courses of action
in given scenarios and the validation of SOP on
the Coast Watch System. Results of the week-long
discussion would be carried out through a Fleet
Exercise tentatively scheduled next month in Palawan.
Said Exercise would see personnel and assets of the
Navy, Coast Guard, and PNP in action in scenarios
such as the following: abduction/kidnap for ransom,
transport of high powered firearms, and dangerous
cargoes/drugs. These activities focus on information
exchange, coordinated surveillance operations,
locating, tracking, and intercepting enemies that
allow participating agencies to employ appropriate
measures in dealing with lawless elements at sea
during real-life situations.
The Coast Watch System of which the Coast Watch
South is a component is a security construct focused
on the establishment of an integrated network of
coast watch stations across the Philippine
archipelago for a coordinated and effective
response to incidents at sea. The system envisions
to provide harmony in the maritime surveillance and
intelligence fusion efforts, coordinating response
between law enforcement agencies, and sharing maritime
information at the national and regional levels. The
development of the Coast Watch South envisions the
full integration of all the monitoring and surveillance
efforts of government agencies operating in the Sulu
and Celebes Seas. Representatives from the US Navy
will be supervising the week-long activity.
With the Coast Watch System in place, the
Philippine Navy strengthens its link with other
government agencies enforcing maritime law, a
responsibility it shares with the Coast Guard and
PNP, and a step towards the Navy’s vision of
establishing a secure and progressive maritime
environment.
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
27 July 2010, Tuesday
The Philippine Navy ups the ante on its maritime
law enforcement as it began yesterday, 26 July 2010,
the discussion phase of the Coast Watch South
Capability Exercise or “CWSCAPEX 2010 TTX” in
Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. Two other government
agencies engaged in maritime law enforcement--
the Philippine Coast Guard and PNP- Maritime Group
join their PN counterparts until Friday, July 30,
to harmonize coordination in their efforts against
lawless maritime activities.
The week-long table-top exercise involves the
exchange of information on the courses of action
in given scenarios and the validation of SOP on
the Coast Watch System. Results of the week-long
discussion would be carried out through a Fleet
Exercise tentatively scheduled next month in Palawan.
Said Exercise would see personnel and assets of the
Navy, Coast Guard, and PNP in action in scenarios
such as the following: abduction/kidnap for ransom,
transport of high powered firearms, and dangerous
cargoes/drugs. These activities focus on information
exchange, coordinated surveillance operations,
locating, tracking, and intercepting enemies that
allow participating agencies to employ appropriate
measures in dealing with lawless elements at sea
during real-life situations.
The Coast Watch System of which the Coast Watch
South is a component is a security construct focused
on the establishment of an integrated network of
coast watch stations across the Philippine
archipelago for a coordinated and effective
response to incidents at sea. The system envisions
to provide harmony in the maritime surveillance and
intelligence fusion efforts, coordinating response
between law enforcement agencies, and sharing maritime
information at the national and regional levels. The
development of the Coast Watch South envisions the
full integration of all the monitoring and surveillance
efforts of government agencies operating in the Sulu
and Celebes Seas. Representatives from the US Navy
will be supervising the week-long activity.
With the Coast Watch System in place, the
Philippine Navy strengthens its link with other
government agencies enforcing maritime law, a
responsibility it shares with the Coast Guard and
PNP, and a step towards the Navy’s vision of
establishing a secure and progressive maritime
environment.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Updates on “Basyang” as of 11:20 a.m.
By: LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
15 July 2010
Navy divers recovered two cadavers between the vicinity of Polilio and Balisin Island, around 11:20 a.m. today, 15 July 2010. The authority is still verifying the identity of these bodies believed to be passengers of capsized F/B Godswill.
An aircraft and 2 ships from the Navy, with SEAL Teams from the Naval Forces Southern Luzon onboard, together with the Philippine Air Force are now scouring the seas of Quezon to search for any other survivor in the capsized boat during the storm “Basyang”.
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
15 July 2010
Navy divers recovered two cadavers between the vicinity of Polilio and Balisin Island, around 11:20 a.m. today, 15 July 2010. The authority is still verifying the identity of these bodies believed to be passengers of capsized F/B Godswill.
An aircraft and 2 ships from the Navy, with SEAL Teams from the Naval Forces Southern Luzon onboard, together with the Philippine Air Force are now scouring the seas of Quezon to search for any other survivor in the capsized boat during the storm “Basyang”.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
CSAFP visits the Philippine Navy
BY: LTCOL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
LTGEN RICARDO A DAVID JR AFP, the new Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines visited the Navy Headquarters on 06 July 2010. Instead of a ceremonial parade and review, the new AFP Chief opted to have a dialogue with the officers, enlisted personnel, and civilian employees of the Navy. The visit was capped with a meeting between REAR ADMIRAL DANILO M CORTEZ AFP, Flag Officer In Command, Philippine Navy and the top brass.
The Chief of Staff stressed in his first visit that the impending reshuffle in the AFP leadership is necessary in connection with the retirement of the three most senior military officers in the organization, GEN DELFIN N BANGIT, LTGEN RODRIGO MACLANG and VADM EMILIO C MARAYAG JR. He said that those who will be selected to occupy positions with greater responsibilities will be undergoing a selection process and will be recommended by the Boards of Generals.
LTGEN DAVID also said that we need to calibrate our campaign plan in order for the AFP to defeat the NPA and finish the ISO problem in the soonest time possible. In line with this, LTGEN DAVID also mentioned President Benigno C Aquino III and Secretary Voltaire Gazmin’s instructions to reexamine and reassess modernization so the Philippine Navy can also acquire new platforms capable of addressing and helping the PN accomplish its mission. He encouraged the judicious use of our resources, transparency, and accountability in management of our resources. By this we can also uplift the morale and welfare of our men by providing good housing benefits to them and attend to the claims of our retirees and the widows and dependents of our soldiers
LTGEN DAVID also mentioned the increase in pay of the members of the AFP effective this month so we need to bring it back by giving better services to our people. He also reiterated the no “Wang-Wang policy” of the President that as citizens we must go follow traffic regulations.
In closing, LTGEN DAVID urged the officers and personnel to work as a team, to have faith that the AFP is in the right direction. “Our cooperation is very essential in the realization of the vision for a better Armed Forces of the Philippines”.
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
LTGEN RICARDO A DAVID JR AFP, the new Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines visited the Navy Headquarters on 06 July 2010. Instead of a ceremonial parade and review, the new AFP Chief opted to have a dialogue with the officers, enlisted personnel, and civilian employees of the Navy. The visit was capped with a meeting between REAR ADMIRAL DANILO M CORTEZ AFP, Flag Officer In Command, Philippine Navy and the top brass.
The Chief of Staff stressed in his first visit that the impending reshuffle in the AFP leadership is necessary in connection with the retirement of the three most senior military officers in the organization, GEN DELFIN N BANGIT, LTGEN RODRIGO MACLANG and VADM EMILIO C MARAYAG JR. He said that those who will be selected to occupy positions with greater responsibilities will be undergoing a selection process and will be recommended by the Boards of Generals.
LTGEN DAVID also said that we need to calibrate our campaign plan in order for the AFP to defeat the NPA and finish the ISO problem in the soonest time possible. In line with this, LTGEN DAVID also mentioned President Benigno C Aquino III and Secretary Voltaire Gazmin’s instructions to reexamine and reassess modernization so the Philippine Navy can also acquire new platforms capable of addressing and helping the PN accomplish its mission. He encouraged the judicious use of our resources, transparency, and accountability in management of our resources. By this we can also uplift the morale and welfare of our men by providing good housing benefits to them and attend to the claims of our retirees and the widows and dependents of our soldiers
LTGEN DAVID also mentioned the increase in pay of the members of the AFP effective this month so we need to bring it back by giving better services to our people. He also reiterated the no “Wang-Wang policy” of the President that as citizens we must go follow traffic regulations.
In closing, LTGEN DAVID urged the officers and personnel to work as a team, to have faith that the AFP is in the right direction. “Our cooperation is very essential in the realization of the vision for a better Armed Forces of the Philippines”.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
PRESS ADVISORY: Demonstration of NAG’s First Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
BY: LCOL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
WHO: Naval Air Group (NAG)
WHAT: Demonstration of NAG’s First Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
WHEN: 07 July 2010 @ 9 a.m.
WHERE: Headquarters Naval Air Group, Naval Base Heracleo Alano, Sangley Point Cavite City.
DETAILS:
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) is equipped with cameras and other sophisticated avionics systems essential in its projected aerial surveillance and reconnaissance missions. These UAVs will be the latest additions to the NAG inventory of air assets. It will make its debut flight on Wednesday, 07 July 2010 at 9 o’clock in the morning at Headquarters Naval Air Group located in Sangley Point, Cavite City. This is one of the highlights during the graduation rites of the Naval Aviation Officer’s Course (NAOC) Class 04 composed of 11 student officers.
Other highlights of the event include the presentation and helicopter demonstration of Aerospatial (AS) 355F2 and Bolkow (BO)-105CB from Manila Aerospace Products Trading (MAPTRA). These helicopters are projected to become part of the NAG’s inventory in the near future. Moreover, the “NAGBAYANIHAN 2010”, a fund-raising project initiated by the group to support peculiar requirements especially in their morale and welfare programs, shall be formally launched by the ceremonial casting of tickets by Rear Admiral Danilo M Cortez AFP, the Philippine Navy Chief, who will grace the event as the keynote speaker and guest of honor.
The addition of these 11 new naval pilots will bolster the gap between the limited qualified personnel manning the forerunner of the Philippine Fleet in air operations. These new pilots have been equipped with the basic knowledge and skills, gearing them for the upcoming modernization projects that are being implemented by the Philippine Navy for the accomplishment of its mission.
Captain Alberto B Carlos PN(GSC), the Commander of the Naval Air Group will be glad to share the future plans for these 11 new pilots and the upgrade programs to watch out for in the NAG. He will be available for interview after the event.
Friends from the media are invited to cover the said event. Interested parties may coordinate with LTJG AUGUSTUS CAESAR B BERCADES PN at mobile telephone number 09217707807
and other details.
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
WHO: Naval Air Group (NAG)
WHAT: Demonstration of NAG’s First Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
WHEN: 07 July 2010 @ 9 a.m.
WHERE: Headquarters Naval Air Group, Naval Base Heracleo Alano, Sangley Point Cavite City.
DETAILS:
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) is equipped with cameras and other sophisticated avionics systems essential in its projected aerial surveillance and reconnaissance missions. These UAVs will be the latest additions to the NAG inventory of air assets. It will make its debut flight on Wednesday, 07 July 2010 at 9 o’clock in the morning at Headquarters Naval Air Group located in Sangley Point, Cavite City. This is one of the highlights during the graduation rites of the Naval Aviation Officer’s Course (NAOC) Class 04 composed of 11 student officers.
Other highlights of the event include the presentation and helicopter demonstration of Aerospatial (AS) 355F2 and Bolkow (BO)-105CB from Manila Aerospace Products Trading (MAPTRA). These helicopters are projected to become part of the NAG’s inventory in the near future. Moreover, the “NAGBAYANIHAN 2010”, a fund-raising project initiated by the group to support peculiar requirements especially in their morale and welfare programs, shall be formally launched by the ceremonial casting of tickets by Rear Admiral Danilo M Cortez AFP, the Philippine Navy Chief, who will grace the event as the keynote speaker and guest of honor.
The addition of these 11 new naval pilots will bolster the gap between the limited qualified personnel manning the forerunner of the Philippine Fleet in air operations. These new pilots have been equipped with the basic knowledge and skills, gearing them for the upcoming modernization projects that are being implemented by the Philippine Navy for the accomplishment of its mission.
Captain Alberto B Carlos PN(GSC), the Commander of the Naval Air Group will be glad to share the future plans for these 11 new pilots and the upgrade programs to watch out for in the NAG. He will be available for interview after the event.
Friends from the media are invited to cover the said event. Interested parties may coordinate with LTJG AUGUSTUS CAESAR B BERCADES PN at mobile telephone number 09217707807
and other details.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Philippine Navy joins Mangrove Planting Activity in Navotas
BY: LCOL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director,Naval Public Affairs Office
28 June 2010
Boy Scouts from the Tanza Elementary School in Navotas City join hands with the Philippine Navy Sailors and Marines during the mangrove-planting activity at Sitio Pulo, Brgy Tanza, Navotas City, 28 June 2010. Local residents and volunteers manifest the rebirth of their concern for the environment as spearheaded by the Philippine Navy by cleaning the shores and planting mangrove propagules as part of the “Bakawanan 2010”.
The mangrove-planting is part of the Navy’s continuing mangrove reforestation effort dubbed as “Bakawanan 2010”, launched in February this year. The move speaks of the Navy’s commitment in protecting and conserving our environment. Local officials from Navotas were also present during the activity in ensuring that environmental programs are sustained especially for the city of Navotas which is prone to floods during the rainy season.
Director,Naval Public Affairs Office
28 June 2010
Boy Scouts from the Tanza Elementary School in Navotas City join hands with the Philippine Navy Sailors and Marines during the mangrove-planting activity at Sitio Pulo, Brgy Tanza, Navotas City, 28 June 2010. Local residents and volunteers manifest the rebirth of their concern for the environment as spearheaded by the Philippine Navy by cleaning the shores and planting mangrove propagules as part of the “Bakawanan 2010”.
The mangrove-planting is part of the Navy’s continuing mangrove reforestation effort dubbed as “Bakawanan 2010”, launched in February this year. The move speaks of the Navy’s commitment in protecting and conserving our environment. Local officials from Navotas were also present during the activity in ensuring that environmental programs are sustained especially for the city of Navotas which is prone to floods during the rainy season.
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