The BRP Diego Silang participated in the 19th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) off the coast of Palawan, enhancing its operational capabilities alongside the US and Australian navies.
Captain John Pierce Alcos emphasized the importance of real-time information and precision during complex operations, particularly during a replenishment at sea exercise with the HMAS Supply.
The Silang's crew demonstrated strong cohesion and discipline, successfully executing challenging maritime exercises despite rough sea conditions, marking a significant step in the Philippine Navy's modernization efforts.
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ABOARD BRP DIEGO SILANG — After days of issuing challenges to Chinese vessels that insisted on entering opera boxes it shouldn’t, complicated formations that involved four ships from three nations, and a mid-sea refueling simulation, Captain John Pierce Alcos had a stern but gentle reminder to the bridge of the BRP Diego Silang: out at sea, the accuracy of real-time information is of utmost importance, especially when you’re sailing in close quarters with warships of partner countries.
