POWERING WPS STATIONS. PN chief Vice Adm. Toribio Adaci Jr (center, 2nd row) together with AFPSLAI President and chief executive officer, retired Navy Vice Adm. Gaudencio Collado Jr., (5th from right, 2nd row), headquarters staff and AFPSLAI team during the turnover of the power generator sets at the Navy headquarters in Manila on March 26, 2024. These 10 power generator sets will be sent to the country's stations in the West Philippine Sea. (Photo courtesy of the PN)
MANILA – The Armed Forces and Police Savings and Loans Associations, Inc. (AFPSLAI) has donated some 10 power generator sets to the Philippine Navy (PN), which would be deployed to the country's stations in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
These equipment were formally received by Philippine Navy (PN) chief Vice Admiral Toribio Adaci Jr. from AFPSLAI president and chief executive officer, retired Vice Adm. Gaudencio Collado Jr. in simple rites at the Philippine Navy (PN) headquarters in Manila on Tuesday.
"During the handover, the FOIC (Flag-Officer-in-Command underscored the importance of these mission-critical equipment in assisting personnel who put their lives on the line to defend the borders of our nation against all forms of threats, particularly in the WPS," PN spokesperson Commander John Percie Alcos said in a statement Wednesday night.
During the turnover, Collado said the PN's role in defending the country's sovereignty and territory has become even more critical and that the AFPSLAI strongly supports the service in developing "a strong naval force capable of protecting the country’s maritime interests and securing the Filipino people."
He also said the equipment donation symbolizes AFPSLAI’s unwavering commitment to social responsibility and solidarity.
Meanwhile, Adaci expressed his sincere gratitude to the AFPSLAI team for their support to the welfare of the men and women in uniform over the years.
“Your contribution fulfills an immediate necessity for our troops and serves as a reminder that we can rely on your support in times of need," he stressed.
Littoral Combat Force gets new commander
As this developed, the Philippine Fleet (PF) announced that Capt. Lued Lincuna was appointed acting commander of the Littoral Combat Force (LCF) on Wednesday, replacing Commodore Carlo Lagasca who is set to retire from the military service.
PF spokesperson Lt. Giovanni Badidles, in a statement Thursday, said the turnover ceremonies were presided over by Fleet commander Rear Admiral Renato David at Naval Base Heracleo Alano, Sangley Point, Cavite City.
The PF commander lauded Lagasca for leading with distinction and dedication to the PN's mission and the well-being of its personnel. This is aside from upholding the highest standards of operational proficiency.
"His leadership has been instrumental in advancing the LCF capabilities that ensure its readiness to meet evolving challenges in maritime operations," David said.
Lincuna is a seasoned and decorated officer with a wealth of experience in naval operations. (PNA)
