PCG Receives Two Marine Protector-class Patrol Vessels from USA

25 Agustus 2026

BRP Pag-asa-2701 and BRP Patag-2702 joins PCG (photos: PCG)

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) receives two 27-meter marine protector-class patrol vessels from the United States of America (USA), expanding the country’s search and rescue (SAR), marine environmental protection, and maritime domain awareness capabilities.

According to PCG Spokesperson Commodore Noemie Cayabyab PCG, the patrol vessels will be commissioned into the Coast Guard Fleet as BRP Pag-asa (PATS-2701) and BRP Patag (PATS-2702) following their expected arrival in Manila waters in October 2026.

The transfer follows the completion of specialized operational and maintenance training by 24 PCG crew members for the two patrol vessels in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Their graduation was held on August 20, 2026.

“BRP Pag-asa (PATS-2701) and BRP Patag (PATS-2702) will strengthen the Philippine Coast Guard’s operational efficiency in safeguarding the country’s vast waters. They will enhance our ability to conduct maritime safety operations and respond to emergencies at sea, including oil spills and other marine environmental protection challenges,” Commodore Cayabyab said.

The PCG Spokesperson added that the initiative reflects the longstanding partnership between the Philippines and the USA and their shared commitment to maritime security and regional stability across the Indo-Pacific.

The acquisition supports President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr’s “Bagong Pilipinas” vision through the PCG’s Organized National Engagement (ONE) at Sea strategic concept and Intensified Community Assistance, Awareness, Response, and Enforcement (iCARE) campaign.

(PCG)

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