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About Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
Admiral Wildredo Tamayo former PCG Commandant
Admiral Wildredo Tamayo former PCG Commandant studied at Esteban Abada Elementary School, Quezon City on April 1967 and Graduadted from San Francisco High...
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ACCOUNTABLE FINANCE AND LOGISTICS SYSTEM
Finance and logisticts are the very lifeblood of any operation. Without a good finance and logistics support system, to conduct of promt and sustained Coast Guard operations will not be possible....
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Arms Cache Seized
Bureau of Customs Commissioner Napoleon Morales (second from the left) and Philippine Coast Guard commandant Vice Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo (left) inspect Israeli-made Galli assault-rifles seized from a...
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Cabinet Revamp
It was unchristian for President Aquino to announce on Christmas eve a Cabinet revamp in January. Thirty Cabinet rank officials will be sleepless and uneasy for the next few weeks.
Reprtedly on the...
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Capability Enhancement- A Clarion Call
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is a unique agency because of it multi-mission character as a humanitarian armed service under the Department of Transporation and Communications (DOTC) Said...
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CG District Southern Tagalog: In Review
Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL) is located in the fast rising economic center of the country where the Strong Republic Nautical Highway connects the five(5) major ports that ply the...
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CGDCEV: Steady As She Goes
The absence of major accidents and major effects of disasters are clear manifestations of vigilance and preparedness. It is in this context that Coast Guard District Central Eastern Visayas, under...
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CHAMPIONING THE COAST GUARD MISSION IN THE BICOL REGION
Maritime safety administration (MARSAD). Personnel of CGS Masbate are now stringent in inspecting passengers, baggage, cargoes and vessel sections during boarding and embarkation as part of the...
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COAST GUARD
C - apacity Building Measures
O - perating Environment Awareness
A - ggresive Training and Recruitment
S - trategic Deplotments and Visibility
T - otal Vigilance and Preparedness
G - rowth in...
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COAST GUARD DISTRICT SOUTHEASTERN MINDANAO: It’s Vital Role In Protecting Security Interests in Davao Gulf
INTRODUCTION
CGDSEM AOR
The area of responsibility of Coast Guard Southeastern Mindanao (CGDSEM) covers the coastal waters of the province of Surigao Del Sur in the north stretching towards west to...
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COAST GUARD PERSONNEL TRAINING
Ensuring the high state of readiness of PCG surface, sub-surface, and air assets supported by agressive Coast Guard personnel training, sound maintenance and repair program, credible finance and...
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Coast Guard: Billion Thanks For Budget Hike
THE PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD (PCG) has sent “one billio thanks” to President Aquino for setting aside close to P3 Billion as the 2011 budget of what the PCG commandant acknowledged as “one of the...
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COAST GUARDS ATHLETES WIN
The Philippine coast guard special services office has been very active this year as coast guard athletes continue to reap honors in the country and abroad. Their achievements bring honor not only...
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Conventional Trade Between the Ports of Southern Palawan and Sabah, Malaysia; Its Economic Effects in the Philippines and in this Globalized World
The much daunted “global crisis” has prompted some of the world’s leading financial technocrats and managers to review and redefine their respective country’s existing trading and economic policies...
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DEPLOYABLE RESPONSE GROUP ASSETS FOR DISASTER RESPONSE
Ensuring the preparedness of PCG Deployable Response Group assets for disaster response. Admiral Tamayo joins Hon Senator Gordon in the test run of the Red Cross amphibious vehicle launched through...
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DRIVE VS DRUGS AT SHIPS AND SEAPORTS
Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Commandant Admiral Wilfredo D. Tamayo (right) hands over a copy of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) of the joint campaign and operations of the PCG and the Philippine...
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Education and Training: The PCH’s Key For Global Competitiveness
Education, has been often defined, “is any act or experience that has a formative effect on the mind, character or physical ability of an individual”. Education also is a process of educating or...
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Empowering the Coast Guard to Face New Challenges Through the Passage of the PCG Bill
Few may choose to tread the long and narrow path but as the Bible tells us, it is the path that leads to something better and brighter. When first the PCG was separated from the PN, not many dared...
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EN ROUTE PCG MODERNIZATION
Capacity Building Measures
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has embarked on a modest acquisition, equipment maintenance and infrastracture development program to be able to meet its mission...
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FOREWORD - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
FOREWORD: This "Tour of Duty Report" is a synopsis of a critical waypoint in the PCG's relentless pursuit of the Coast Guard mission. When I was appointed Commandant in mid-2008, the proposition...
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Guest of Honor and Speaker during Change of Command and Retirement Ceremonies
With President Benigno Simeon Aquino III as Guest of Honor and Speaker during Change of Command and Retirement Ceremonies on April 19, 2011 where I, as the outgoing CPCG, was awarded or conferred...
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Guided By Great Leaders
The PCG, as an attached agency of the DOTC strongly adheres to the policy guidelines set forth by the President and Secretary, DOTC by continuously standing guard to ensure the safety of lives and...
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History
Wildredo Tamayo in full is Wildredo D. Tamayo. He was born April 22. 1955, Also known as Admiral Wildredo Tamayo, is the former Commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard. He is currently the Senior...
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IED Found in Lucena City
An improvised explosive device was found on 26 July 2009 inside a sack aboard MV Blue Water Princess II, a RoRo vessel bound to Masbate city. Acting upon an Intel report, personnel of coast guard...
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Ilocanos Undergo Rescue Training
Coast Guard District Northern Luzon rolled up its sleeves to rise up the challenge of teaching civilians about safe water rescue, the work it knows best. The 4-day training title water search and...
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IMO DELEGATES VISIT TRAINING SHIPS
Delegates of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Diplomatic Conference visited the training ships from China, The Republic of Korea and the Russian Federation while docked at the Pier 13...
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IMO TO COMMEND 4 SEA MARSHALS
Four members of the Task Force Sea Marshall will receive International Maritime Organization (IMO) Certificates of Commendation at IMO Headquarters on November 24, 2010. Ambassador Efthimios...
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INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
Some PCG international partnerships include Human Resource Development (HRD) program of the Coast Guard Education and Training Command (CGETC) in cooperation with other cognizant agencies, and...
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INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
Tour of Duty: Some PCG international partnerships include Human Resource Development (HRD) program of the Coast Guard Education and Training Command (CGETC) in cooperation with other cognizant...
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INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS ESTABLISHED
International partnerships established by the PCG during the incumbency of Admiral Tamayo as the CPCG.
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JOIN THE PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD
Join the Philippine Coast Guard and be able to serve our Nation by ensuring safe, clean and secure maritime environment.
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Ladies at Work
I’m privileged to write for the PCGOWA and PCGSFI to keep you abreast on what’s happening in the ladies’ circle. Though it may seem that our ladies are not seen as often at the Coast Guard...
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LOCAL PARTNERSHIP AND COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS OF THE PCG
PCG continues to establish partnership and collaboration with other government agencies, local government units, non-government organizations, maritime industry associations, private sectors to...
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LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
Tour of Duty: PCG continues to establish partnership and collaboration with other government agencies local government units, non- government organizations, maritime industry associations, private...
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MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
Tour of Duty: As Commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard from 12 June 2008 to 22 April 2011 ADMIRAL WILFREDO D. TAMAYO PCG exhibited an exemplary dedication to his sworn duty as he carried out...
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Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP)
On being invited to the prestigious Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP) by my former Boss, Admiral Eduardo Ma Santos, former Flag Officer In Command, Philippine Navy, who subsequently helped...
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Maritime Communications Enhancement Project
Just recently on 17 April 2009, the Government of Japan officially turned over to the Philippine Government “The Japan Grant Aid Project for Enhancement of Communications System for Maritime Safety...
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MARITIME LAW ENFORCEMENT - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
The long arm of the law has been extended to catch up with smugglers, poachers, illegal fishers, drugs, firearms and human traffickers on land and sea. In Maritime Law Enforcement, Philippine Coast...
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MARITIME SAFETY
Maritime Safety, particularly the seaworthiness of every vessel leaving port, is ensured through the intensified conduct of Mandatory Pre-departure Inspection, Emergency Readiness and Operational...
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MARITIME SEARCH AND RESCUE - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
The Deployable Response Group (DRP), based on the new PCG operational doctrine, can be deployed in a moment's notice in time of maritime emergencies 24/7. The DRG is composed of specialized teams...
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MISSION OF THE PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
MISSION STATEMENT
Tour of Duty: To promote safety of life and property at sea, safeguard the marine environment and resources, enforce all applicable laws within the Philippine waters, assist in...
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NATIONAL MARITIME DAY
Pursuant to Proclamation No. 1560 issued in July 27 2008, the last Friday of September every year is celebrated as National Maritime Day “for the purpose of focusing the public attention on...
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OPLAN PAGHAHANDA SA TAG ULAN
Ipinakita ng mga tauhan ng Philippine Coast Guard sa pangunguna ni PCG Vice Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo ang kanilang mga kagamitan sa paghahanda sa nalalapit na tag-ulan sa kanilang headquarters sa Port...
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OUR LEGACY TO THE NATION - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
Tour of Duty: Our gratitude to the members of the 14th Congress, maritime 14th Congress, maritime stakeholders and supporters of the PCG.
Republic Act No. 9993 Philippine Coast Guard Law of 2009
AN...
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Outstanding Achievement Award
PMAAA Achievement AWARD. Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) commandant Vice Admiral Wilfredo D. Tamayo (center) receives an ‘Outstanding Achievement Award’ as PCG commandant from CAV Bonifacio Lomotan Jr....
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Passionate Coastguarding
During its 26th anniversary celebration in June 2009. Coast Guard District Western Visayas adopted seemingly “old-new” theme- passionate coastguarding. Old because “passion” is an oft-used word to...
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PCG AUXILIARY UPDATES
THE 25TH PCGA NATIONAL CONVENTION IN BACOLOD CITY
Last 21-23 May 2009, the 25th PCGA Annual National Convention was held at Bacolod Pavilion Resort Hotel, Bacolod City. The said National Convention...
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PCG COMPLIES WITH P-NOY'S ORDERS
The Philippines Cost Guard (PCG) will develop procedures in retrieving fisherman and their motorbancas from sea during typhoons in view of President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino's Directive. Coast Guard...
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PCG SCOREBOARD - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
June 2008 to April 2011
MARITIME SAFETY
Search and Rescue Total
Maritime Incidents Monitored/Reported………………………………………………………………………………………1,921
Total Number of SAR...
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PCG: Committed to International Maritime Cooperation
The Philippine Coast Guard undertakes regular activities which are covered within the co-operational frameworks with other countries. These activities range from capability building measures,...
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PCGA Initiates Formation of the Asia Pacific Network of Search and Rescue Organizations
Last August 2008, I led the delegation of Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary which attended the US Coast Guard Auxialiary’s annual National Convention in my new capacity as PCGA National Director. It...
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PGC Undertakes Radical Facility Upgrade
“Upkeep of training facilities and technical structures indicate the level of discipline and competence of the organization.:”
For many years, the Philippine Coast Guard manage to do without the...
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Philippine Coast Guard Lifesavers/ Rescuers
Philippine Coast Guard lifesavers/ rescuers donating blood to Red Cross with Ms. Rosa Rosal leading the important event.
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PREPAREDNESS - Tour of Duty | Coast Guard Chief Admiral Wilfredo Tamayo
Tour of Duty: The PCG continues to develop and exercise a systematic anticipation or forehandedness in pursuit of its man- dates. This implies more vigilance and an absolute "NO to complacency. It...
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PREPARING FOR LOCAL ISPS CODE
MEOP to hold 1st Nat'I Convention Marina hikes insurance cover
AKMA: A better year ahead Griffin sets to soar higher
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RESPONSIBLE MARITIME GOVERNANCE
It is said that the key ingredients in the effective performance of agency functions are the ability and commitment of its leaders or unit commanders to manage its activities responsibly taking into...
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SANDIGANBAYAN ACQUITS RETIRED PCG COMMANDANT, ADMIRAL TAMAYO
In a unanimous decision penned by Justice Alex L. Quiroz, Chairperson of the Fourth Division of the Sandiganbayan, the anti-graft court acquitted retired Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Commandant, Admiral...
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Semper Superne Nitens
As it is told, the speed of the leader determines the rate of the pack! With a flamboyant and resolute Commandant, ADMIRAL Wilfredo D Tamayo, the Coast Guard Special Operations Group (CGSOG) could...
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Speech of President Aquino at the Philippine Coast Guard change of command ceremony, April 19, 2011
TALUMPATINIBENIGNO S. AQUINO IIIPANGULO NG PILIPINASSA PAGPAPALIT-ATAS NG TANOD BAYBAYIN NG PILIPINAS
[Inihayag sa Philippine Coast Guard Compound, Manila sa ika-19 ng Abril 2011]
Ngayong araw,...
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SWEPT AWAY
A member of the Philippine Coast Guard’s medical assistance response team helps a colleague to cross a flooded national highway in Botolan, Zambales, with very strong currents by holding on to a...
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The Coast Guard Haven and Powerhouse in Northern Luzon
We invite you to visit Coast Guard District Northern Luzon for yourself which sits on a vast 3,000 sqm land in the middle of a cove lined by lengthy mile of a fine beach sand and the quiet, pristine waters...
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The Establishment of Surigao-Dinagat Search and Rescue Fleet and Its Expansion
The past and recent sea and disasters in the ACR of Coast Guard Station Surigao, particularly Dinagat-Surigao and approaches, and the less visibility of search and rescue units or at times the ...
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THE PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD ACADEMY
When the Philippine Coast Guard separated from the Philippine Navy in 1998, its initial Corps of Officers is composed of men and women with multifarious backgrounds and areas of expertise. In order...
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THE PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD WORLD OF ACTION
Personnel and equipment readiness are evaluated through actual demonstrations or exercises in appropriare areas open to the public for viewing. Every demonstration or exercise does not only enhance...
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The Premier District in Action By: COMMO LUIS M TUASON JR PCG
It was forty one years ago that the Coast Guard District National Capital Region-Central Luzon was activated and became the premier District of the Philippine Coast Guard. Since that time, CGDNCR-CL has been...
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THE SPECIALIZED MEDICAL ASSISTANCE RESPONSE TEAM (SMART)
The Specialized Medical Assistance Response Teamhave actively participated in disaster response and training activities around the country. The SMART has trained not only PCG personnel but likewise...
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UPHSL-Maritime Training Center Inc, Cabuyao, Laguna
During one of my sorties (in my capacity as SEVPMA) to UPHSL-Maritime Training Center Inc, Cabuyao, Laguna for Blended Basic Training of UPHSD and UPHSL CME cadets and seafarers, amidst the pandemic.
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