By: LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
Thursday, 12 August 2010
The Philippine Navy led by its Flag Officer In Command Rear Admiral Danilo Cortez AFP is comforted by the report that the suspect was already apprehended by the police. The gruesome murder of the Paitons, a retired and an active Navy personnel and some members of their family, cries for justice. We congratulate the members of the team lead by the PNP for the immediate resolution of the crime by bringing the purported killer to the bar of justice. (End)
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Statement from the Director, Naval Public Affairs Office re-Unsual Incident in Palawan
By: LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
The Philippine Navy received initial report of the massacre that befell the family of our personnel - - the father, a retired Officer and his wife an active senior petty officer and their children;
We allow the PNP, as they are in the lead, to pursue the investigation as we will provide any assistance needed so as to make sure that the perpetrators of this dastardly act shall be prosecuted and penalized for the crime committed;
Upon the discovery of the killing by one of the children of the Paitons, Naval Forces West Commander Commodore Orwen Cortez reports that around 1830H he ordered navy personnel to: call the police and secure the crime scene until the arrival of PNP SOCO and dispatched an ambulance.
The Navy leadership under Rear Admiral Danilo Cortez expresses its deep sympathy and prayers to the bereaved family of the Paitons. (End)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
The Philippine Navy received initial report of the massacre that befell the family of our personnel - - the father, a retired Officer and his wife an active senior petty officer and their children;
We allow the PNP, as they are in the lead, to pursue the investigation as we will provide any assistance needed so as to make sure that the perpetrators of this dastardly act shall be prosecuted and penalized for the crime committed;
Upon the discovery of the killing by one of the children of the Paitons, Naval Forces West Commander Commodore Orwen Cortez reports that around 1830H he ordered navy personnel to: call the police and secure the crime scene until the arrival of PNP SOCO and dispatched an ambulance.
The Navy leadership under Rear Admiral Danilo Cortez expresses its deep sympathy and prayers to the bereaved family of the Paitons. (End)
Monday, August 9, 2010
Latest in Search Operations as of 2:20 p.m. 09 August 2010
By; LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
Monday, 09 August 2010
BRP Rajah Humabon (PF 11)with a compliment of
9 officers and 41 enlisted personnel sailed to
Dos Hermanas Island in Romblon to assist in
the search and rescue operations for SF Freighter.
The ship under the command of CAPT ADELUIS
BORDADO PN (GSC), is the biggest Navy vessel
thus far at 306 feet and 36 feet length and breadth,
respectively, to embark on this mission.
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
Monday, 09 August 2010
BRP Rajah Humabon (PF 11)with a compliment of
9 officers and 41 enlisted personnel sailed to
Dos Hermanas Island in Romblon to assist in
the search and rescue operations for SF Freighter.
The ship under the command of CAPT ADELUIS
BORDADO PN (GSC), is the biggest Navy vessel
thus far at 306 feet and 36 feet length and breadth,
respectively, to embark on this mission.
Statement from the Director, Naval Public Affairs Office Re- Philippine Navy responds to the call for humanitarian assistance as of 1330H 09 Aug 2010
By: LIEUTENANT COLONEL EDGARD A AREVALO PN(M)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
Monday, 09 August 2010
While time is literally tickling, the 2 Cessna planes had to abort its flight for search mission due to strong winds critical to the safety of such aircraft:
They were put on standby until the weather improves;
In lieu of the Cessnas, a Philippine Navy Islander (PNI 312) took off 1300H. She is now at the search area;
Also on standby after refueling is a Diesel Fast vessel with a compliment of 8 Enlisted Personnel and a 6-man team of Philippine Navy Special Operation Unit (SEAL) for immediate dispatch as soon as sea conditions improve.
While we are yearning to search and rescue the crew of the missing vessels, we would like also to ensure the safety of rescuers so they will be able to accomplish their mission. (End)
Director, Naval Public Affairs Office
Monday, 09 August 2010
While time is literally tickling, the 2 Cessna planes had to abort its flight for search mission due to strong winds critical to the safety of such aircraft:
They were put on standby until the weather improves;
In lieu of the Cessnas, a Philippine Navy Islander (PNI 312) took off 1300H. She is now at the search area;
Also on standby after refueling is a Diesel Fast vessel with a compliment of 8 Enlisted Personnel and a 6-man team of Philippine Navy Special Operation Unit (SEAL) for immediate dispatch as soon as sea conditions improve.
While we are yearning to search and rescue the crew of the missing vessels, we would like also to ensure the safety of rescuers so they will be able to accomplish their mission. (End)
Statement from the Director, Naval Public Affairs Office Re- Philippine Navy responds to the call for humanitarian assistance
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)
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)
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.
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