According to information published by the Philippine News Agency on May 7, 2022, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has formally commissioned its newest and largest vessel “BRP Teresa Magbanua”, a 97-meter multi-role response vessel (MRRV) made by Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. in Japan.
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Commissioning ceremony of MRRV Teresa Magbanua (Picture source: Philippine Coast Guard)
The BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701) is a Multi-Role Response Vessel (MRRV) of the Philippine Coast Guard. She is the lead ship of the Teresa Magbanua-class patrol vessels of the Philippine Coast Guard. Currently, the largest and most modern vessel of the Philippine Coast Guard.
The Philippine Coast Guard clarified that the ships are designed for law enforcement duties, conducting environmental and humanitarian missions, as well as maritime security operations and patrol missions.
According to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), the MRRV has a length of 96.6 meters, a maximum speed of not less than 24 knots, and a complement of 67 crew members. She has two 6600 kW (6.6MW) diesel engines.
The MRRV has a helideck and a hangar that can accommodate the H145T2 helicopter of the PCG. She also has a hyperbaric chamber for those who have diving sickness and a survivor room that can accommodate those who will be rescued.
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is recognized as the third armed uniformed service of the country attached to the Philippines' Department of Transportation, tasked primarily with enforcing laws within Philippine waters, conducting maritime security operations, safeguarding life and property at sea, and protecting marine environment and resources; similar to coast guard units around the world.
