30/05/2026
๐ญ๐ถ๐บ๐ป๐ฌ๐น๐ฐ๐ต๐ฎ ๐ผ๐ต๐ฐ๐ป๐ ๐ป๐ฏ๐น๐ถ๐ผ๐ฎ๐ฏ ๐บ๐ท๐ถ๐น๐ป๐บ
The Maritime Safety Services Unit โ Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL) successfully conducted its Sports Fest 2026, bringing together officers and personnel in a meaningful activity aimed at strengthening camaraderie, fostering teamwork, and promoting physical wellness.
The Sports Fest served as a platform for personnel to build stronger bonds beyond the workplace, cultivate mutual respect, and reinforce the spirit of cooperation essential in accomplishing the Unitโs mission. Through friendly competition and shared experiences, participants demonstrated sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork.
More than just a sporting event, the activity highlighted the importance of unity, esprit de corps, and a healthy work environment in maintaining a motivated and mission-ready workforce.
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28/05/2026
๐๐๐
๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐: ๐๐๐ ๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐กโ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ฆ ๐ธ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ก ๐๐ ๐๐๐ข๐กโ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
In line with the Philippine Coast Guardโs continuing commitment to uphold the highest standards of maritime safety, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance, the Commander of Vessel Safety Service (VSS), ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐, successfully conducted a ๐๐๐๐๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ข๐ญ ๐๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ง ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ (๐๐๐-๐๐๐) on May 28, 2026 at Maritime Safety Services Unit โ Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL), DJPMM Access Road, Brgy. Cuta, Batangas City.
The activity was participated in by the designated audit team together with Vessel Safety Enforcement personnel to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of Vessel Safety Enforcement Inspection (VSEI) and Emergency Readiness Evaluation (ERE) procedures within the Area of Responsibility of Southern Tagalog.
During the conduct of the audit, MSSU-STL showcased its established best practices in vessel safety enforcement operations, which include the systematic conduct of inspections, strict compliance with established rules and regulations, proper documentation and monitoring of inspection activities, and effective coordination with relevant stakeholders.
Notably, MSSU-STL also highlighted its initiative to establish a centralized database containing references for Vessel Safety Enforcement Inspections, MARINA circulars, policies, and other operational data. This innovation significantly improved data accessibility, ensured uniformity in inspection procedures, enhanced monitoring efficiency, and strengthened the overall standardization of enforcement operations.
The Safety Audit likewise served as a vital mechanism to identify issues and concerns encountered by Vessel Safety Enforcement Inspectors during field operations and to recommend appropriate measures to further strengthen enforcement capabilities, readiness, and service delivery.
Moreover, the activity reinforced strict adherence to existing policies, rules, and regulations governing VSEI and ERE, ensuring that all inspection procedures remain fully aligned with established maritime safety standards and protocols.
The conduct of the audit also provided an avenue for collaborative discussion, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement among personnel, further strengthening the Philippine Coast Guardโs capability to promote maritime safety, emergency preparedness, and operational excellence.
This initiative underscores the Philippine Coast Guard's unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety of life and property at sea through responsive, standardized, and professional vessel safety enforcement operations.
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05/05/2026
The Maritime Safety Services Unit โ Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL) extends its warmest congratulations to our Commander, ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐, for successfully passing the ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐๐ ๐๐ฑ๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง - ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ (๐๐๐-๐๐๐) ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ฅ.
Your achievement reflects your dedication to excellence, professionalism, and continuous self-improvement in public service. May this milestone further inspire the Unit to uphold the highest standards in serving the nation.
We are proud of you, Sir!
22/04/2026
๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐
๐๐๐๐: ๐ช๐๐๐๐๐๐
๐ด๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ช๐๐๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ด๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐
๐น๐๐๐
๐๐๐๐๐
In connection with the Coast Guard Maritime Safety Services Command (MSSC) Annual General Inspection (AGI) 2026, the ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ซ๐, ๐
๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ง ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ฆ๐ ๐๐๐, together with ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐จ ๐๐๐, ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ก๐ข๐๐, ๐๐๐๐, and their team, conducted an official visit to the Maritime Safety Services Unit โ Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL) Office, DJPMM, Access Road, Brgy. Cuta, Batangas City.
The visit featured a comprehensive dialogue with personnel aimed at assessing operational readiness, reinforcing standards of discipline and professionalism, and directly engaging the troops on matters concerning their morale and welfare. The activity provided an avenue for open communication, allowing personnel to raise concerns, share insights, and receive guidance from senior enlisted leadership.
During the engagement, the Command Master Chief emphasized the importance of leadership at all levels, adherence to standards, and the continued pursuit of excellence in the performance of maritime safety functions. The discussion likewise highlighted the vital role of every enlisted personnel in mission accomplishment, organizational effectiveness, and the delivery of quality public service.
Personnel demonstrated high morale, strong cohesion, and unwavering professionalism throughout the activity, reflecting readiness and commitment to duty. The presence and engagement of the Command Master Chief and MSSC leadership served as a source of motivation, further strengthening the resolve of the personnel to uphold the core values of the Philippine Coast Guard.
The Unit conveys its sincere appreciation and gratitude for the time, guidance, and support extended by the Command Master Chief of the Philippine Coast Guard and the MSSC team. This engagement reaffirms the continued commitment to uphold the highest standards in safeguarding lives at sea and ensuring maritime safety.
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18/04/2026
๐๐๐
๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐: ๐ถ๐๐๐ ๐ก ๐บ๐ข๐๐๐ ๐
๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐
๐๐๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ฆ ๐ผ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐
In line with the heightened demand for safety assurance during the peak summer season, the Maritime Safety Services Unit โ Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL), through Recreational Safety Center โ Southern Tagalog (RSC-STL) and the respective Recreational Safety Enforcement Inspection (RSEI) Teams of Coast Guard Stations within CGDSTL, successfully conducted ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐๐ญ๐ฒ-๐จ๐ง๐ (๐๐) ๐๐จ๐ข๐ง๐ญ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ง๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ (๐๐๐๐) from 01 to 17 April 2026 across major tourist and recreational destinations in Batangas, Mindoro, Quezon, Romblon, and Marinduque.
These inspections were conducted to ensure strict compliance with existing maritime recreational safety standards, including the proper designation and qualification of safety officers and lifeguards, as well as the readiness of safety measures in coastal and beach resort operations.
With the surge of tourists during the summer season, these intensified inspection activities are vital to preventing maritime incidents and ensuring the safety and welfare of beachgoers and resort visitors. The initiative also reinforces the continuous promotion of a safe, secure, and well-regulated recreational maritime environment across Southern Tagalog.
The successful conduct of these joint operations highlights strong inter-unit coordination, reflecting the Philippine Coast Guardโs unwavering commitment to proactive enforcement, public safety, and the protection of lives at sea and along coastal areas.
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18/04/2026
๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐
๐๐๐: ๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ฆ ๐ธ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ก ๐๐ ๐น๐ข๐๐ ๐๐ค๐๐๐
In line with its mandate to ensure maritime safety and regulatory compliance, the Maritime Safety Services Unit โ Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL), through its Vessel Safety Center โ Southern Tagalog (VSC-STL), conducted a series of inspection activities across Northern Quezon and Romblon during the third week of April 2026, covering key maritime areas within its Area of Responsibility (AOR).
During the conduct of operations, VSC-STL successfully carried out a total of ๐ฌ๐ข๐ฑ๐ญ๐๐๐ง (๐๐) ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ง๐๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ (๐๐๐๐) ๐๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ฐ๐จ (๐) ๐๐ฆ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐ง๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐๐ข๐ง๐๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐๐ฏ๐๐ฅ๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ (๐๐๐) on various domestic vessels operating in the region. These activities were aimed at assessing vessel seaworthiness, ensuring compliance with established maritime safety regulations, and evaluating crew readiness in responding to potential emergency situations at sea.
These sustained inspection efforts form part of the Philippine Coast Guardโs intensified campaign to uphold the highest standards of maritime safety through proactive enforcement, continuous monitoring, and strict regulatory compliance. By ensuring that only compliant and seaworthy vessels are permitted to operate, VSE Inspectors and Evaluators play a vital role in preventing maritime incidents, safeguarding lives, and protecting the marine environment.
MSSU-STL remains steadfast in its commitment to deliver responsive, professional, and mission-oriented services in support of safe, secure, and efficient maritime operations across the Southern Tagalog region.
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18/04/2026
๐๐๐
๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐: ๐๐๐ค ๐ฟ๐๐โ๐ก ๐๐ก๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐ด๐๐ก๐๐ฃ๐๐ก๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐, ๐๐ข๐๐ง๐๐
The Maritime Safety Services Unit โ Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL), through the Field Maintenance and Inspection Center- Southern Tagalog (FMIC-STL), and with the support of Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL), ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐๐ญ๐๐ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ ๐๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง (๐๐) ๐๐ข๐ง๐๐๐ข๐ฌ๐๐ ๐๐ง located in Brgy. Kinabisagan, Mabini, Quezon.
The establishment and activation of LS Kinabisagan represent a critical enhancement to maritime safety operations in Lamon Bay and its adjacent sea lanes. Strategically positioned in an area exposed to open-sea conditions and navigational hazards, the light station provides reliable visual guidance to mariners, particularly at night and during periods of reduced visibility.
This accomplishment was made possible through effective inter-agency coordination and the invaluable support of the Local Government Unit of Mabini, Quezon, whose cooperation was instrumental throughout planning, site preparation, and the successful installation and activation of the facility.
With LS Kinabisagan now fully operational, safer navigation is ensured for both commercial vessels and local fisherfolk, significantly reducing the risk of maritime incidents such as grounding and collision within the area.
This development underscores the Philippine Coast Guardโs unwavering commitment to strengthening Aids to Navigation and ensuring the safety of life at sea across Southern Tagalog waters.
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09/04/2026
๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐
๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐: ๐๐๐๐-๐๐๐ฟ ๐ถ๐๐๐๐ข๐๐ก๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐๐ ๐ก๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ต๐๐๐โ ๐
๐๐ ๐๐๐ก ๐ผ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐กโ๐ ๐๐๐๐กโ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐
As part of its intensified operational efforts during the recent Holy Week observance, Maritime Safety Services Unit โ Southern Tagalog (MSSU-STL), through its Recreational Safety Enforcement Inspection (RSEI) Team, successfully conducted a total of ๐ญ๐ฐ๐จ ๐ก๐ฎ๐ง๐๐ซ๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ (๐๐๐) ๐๐จ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ก ๐๐๐ฌ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ within Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL) Area of Responsibility (AOR) ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ก ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐. This initiative was undertaken in anticipation of the expected influx of beachgoers, tourists, and other vacationers visiting various coastal and recreational areas across the Southern Tagalog Region during the Lenten season.
These inspection activities formed part of the Philippine Coast Guardโs proactive safety measures to ensure the readiness, compliance, and overall safety of recreational maritime areas during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. Through these inspections, the RSEI Team assessed coastal and beach conditions, checked the presence of safety signage and warning devices, evaluated the availability of lifesaving equipment, and reinforced the observance of maritime safety regulations in coordination with local stakeholders and beach management personnel.
This operational accomplishment reflects MSSU-STLโs continuing commitment to safeguarding lives, strengthening coastal preparedness, and promoting public safety awareness in recreational maritime areas. Through sustained field presence, active monitoring, and responsive enforcement efforts, MSSU-STL remains steadfast in ensuring safe, secure, and orderly coastal and beach environments for the public.
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06/04/2026
๐๐๐๐-๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐
๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐: ๐ด ๐๐๐ ๐ก๐๐๐๐๐ก ๐ก๐ ๐ธ๐ฅ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ก๐ฆ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ก๐๐๐๐
In a proud and defining moment, the ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ฆ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐๐๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ข๐ญ โ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ง ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ (๐๐๐๐-๐๐๐) was adjudged as the ๐๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐จ๐ฅ (๐๐๐๐๐) ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐๐ซ during the 43๐๐
๐ญ๐๐๐๐
๐๐๐ ๐จ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ช๐๐๐๐ ๐ฎ๐๐๐๐
๐ซ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ป๐๐๐๐๐๐ (๐ช๐ฎ๐ซ๐บ๐ป๐ณ), held on 06 April 2026 at Headquarters CGDSTL, Sta. Clara, Batangas City. Anchored on the theme โHonoring the Past, Strengthening the Present, Securing the Future,โ this prestigious recognition stands as a testament to the unitโs outstanding operational performance, unwavering discipline, and steadfast commitment to the effective implementation of maritime safety mandates across the Southern Tagalog region.
This achievement reflects not only the operational capability of MSSU-STL but also the collective dedication, resilience, and professionalism of its personnel, who continuously deliver responsive, timely, and mission-oriented services to safeguard lives at sea. Through strengthened coordination, proactive enforcement, and sustained operational readiness, the unit has consistently demonstrated its capacity to lead and execute critical maritime safety functions in support of the Philippine Coast Guardโs overarching mission.
More than an accolade, this recognition reinforces the trust and confidence bestowed upon MSSU-STL as a reliable and capable operational unit. It serves as a powerful reminder of the responsibility to uphold the highest standards of public service, inspire excellence within the ranks, and further enhance its role as a key pillar in maritime safety governance.
Moving forward, MSSU-STL remains resolute in sustaining its momentum, continuously improving its operational systems, and advancing initiatives that promote safety in the maritime domain, ensuring that every mission contributes to a safer, more secure future for the Filipino people.
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02/03/2026
๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐: The Maritime Safety Services Command (MSSC) family proudly congratulates its leader at the helm, Rear Admiral (RADM) Genito Basilio PCG, on his promotion to Vice Admiral (VADM) in the Philippine Coast Guard.
As he dons the three-star rank, we are reminded of the words he continues to live by: to always โ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐
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๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐.โ His promotion is not only a personal milestone but also a shared pride for all of us who have witnessed his steady leadership, humility, and unwavering dedication to service.
Fair winds and following seas, Sir. The MSSC stands proud and firmly behind you. May God continue to bless you, Sir, as you serve our beloved country.
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๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐: The Maritime Safety Services Command (MSSC) family proudly congratulates its leader at the helm, Rear Admiral (RADM) Genito Basilio PCG, on his well-deserved promotion to Vice Admiral (VADM) in the Philippine Coast Guard โbecoming the first member of Philippine Military Academy Class of 1996 to attain the distinguished three-star rank.
As he dons the three-star rank, we are reminded of the words he continues to live by: to always โ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐
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๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐.โ His promotion is not only a personal milestone but also a shared pride for all of us who have witnessed his steady leadership, humility, and unwavering dedication to service.
Fair winds and following seas, Sir. The MSSC stands proud and firmly behind you. May God continue to bless you, Sir, as you serve our beloved country.
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