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Manila Bulletin devider Philippines devider National devider Gavan pushes for 'modern yet moral' coast guard as PCG marks 124th anniversary

Gavan pushes for 'modern yet moral' coast guard as PCG marks 124th anniversary

Published Oct 24, 2025 03:42 pm
(Photo: Philippine Coast Guard)
(Photo: Philippine Coast Guard)
Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Commandant Adm. Ronnie Gil Gavan underscored his vision of a “modern yet moral” coast guard during the agency’s 124th founding anniversary celebration on Thursday, Oct. 23, at the PCG headquarters in Manila.
In his speech before President Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, a PCG auxiliary officer with the honorary rank of auxiliary vice admiral, Gavan said the PCG is committed to building a maritime institution that is not only capable and professional but also grounded in integrity and compassion.
A highlight of the celebration was the turn over the Commandant’s Report for 2024–2025 to Marcos, highlighting the PCG’s successful missions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), where Filipino coast guardians brave Chinese maritime forces’ dangerous maneuvers and water cannon attacks, among others, during operations.
“As we chart our course forward, may we continue to be a Coast Guard that is modern yet moral, capable yet compassionate, calm but unyielding,” he said.
Gavan announced that the PCG aims to triple its fleet within the next five years to strengthen its ability to respond to maritime incidents, protect national interests, and assist in disaster operations.
He highlighted the agency’s close coordination with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) in safeguarding the country’s maritime domain, and lauded its strong partnerships with government agencies, the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary, and media organizations that promote transparency and accountability.
Meanwhile, Marcos and Gavan also honored the outstanding PCG units and personnel for their exemplary performance, professionalism, and dedication to public service.
The awardees were:
1. Coast Guard District of the Year: Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog
2. Coast Guard Station of the Year: Coast Guard Station Central Cebu
3. Coast Guard Station of the Year “B”: Coast Guard Station Malacañang
4. Coast Guard Station of the Year “C”: Coast Guard Station Cavite
5. Coast Guard Sub-Station of the Year: Coast Guard Sub-Station Batangas City
6. Coast Guard Non-Officer of the Year: PO2 Pamfilo Ramie Grumez Jr.
7. Coast Guard Non-Uniformed Personnel Supervisor of the Year: Ms. Joan Azores
8. Coast Guard Non-Uniformed Personnel of the Year: Ms. Ellen Jell Palmaria
9. 97-Meter Ship of the Year: BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701)
10. 50-Meter Ship of the Year: BRP Francisco Dagohoy (MMOV-5002)
11. 44-Meter Ship of the Year: BRP Cabra (MRRV-4409)
12. 30-Meter Ship of the Year: BRP DA-BFAR (CS-3009)
13. 24-Meter Ship of the Year: BRP Malamawi (FPB-2403)
14. Small Craft of the Year: FPB-12001
15. PCG Aircraft of the Year: PCG BN Islander 4177
16. Lighthouse Keeper of the Year: LK1 Ernesto Palines

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