Coast Guard Sea Marshal Unit Southern Tagalog

12/06/2026

On behalf of the CGSMU STL Family, we extend our warmest congratulations on your well-earned promotion.

PO2 Gerald U Paraiso PCG
PO3 Madel F Fajader PCG

This achievement is a true reflection of your hard work, dedication, commitment, and unwavering service. Your perseverance and determination have brought you to this significant milestone, and we are proud to witness your continued growth and success.

Your promotion is not only a recognition of your professionalism and leadership but also a testament to the countless efforts, sacrifices, and responsibilities you have embraced throughout your journey. Through your dedication and passion for service, you have inspired those around you and demonstrated excellence in every task entrusted to you.

As you take on greater responsibilities and new challenges, may this promotion serve as motivation to continue striving for excellence and making a meaningful impact in your service. We are confident that you will carry out your new role with the same integrity, humility, and dedication that have defined your career.

The entire CGSMU STL Family celebrates this remarkable accomplishment with pride and joy. May this achievement open more doors for opportunities, success, and personal growth. Once again, congratulations on your well-deserved promotion. We wish you continued success and fulfillment in your career and future endeavors.

12/06/2026

In celebration of the 128th Araw ng Kalayaan, the Maritime Security Law Enforcement Command (MARSLEC) honors the sacrifices of Filipino heroes through its continued dedication to protecting the nation’s maritime domain. By deploying personnel and operational assets to key maritime areas, MARSLEC ensures the safety and security of coastal waters, vital sea lanes, and maritime communities during the national observance.

Through enhanced maritime patrols, inspections, and close coordination with partner agencies, MARSLEC helps maintain peace, order, and security at sea.

More than a celebration, MARSLEC’s efforts reflect the true spirit of independence. Serving the nation, safeguarding its sovereignty, and protecting the freedom earned through the courage and sacrifices of past generations.

08/06/2026

PCG TIGHTENS SAFETY AND SECURITY MEASURES UNDER OPLAN TRIP ORDER: BACK TO SCHOOL 2026

Department of Transportation (PCG) is prepared to ensure the safety, security, and convenience of travelers in the implementation of Philippine Coast Guard (DOTr)’s Oplan Travel Alright: Back to School 2026 from June 5 to 11, 2026, in relation to the opening of classes for School Year 2026–2027.

According to PCG Commandant, Admiral Ronnie Gil L Gavan PCG, as part of the operation, the PCG will intensify the implementation of maritime safety and security measures in ports nationwide. This includes stricter inspections of marine vehicles, additional deployment of personnel at ports and terminals, and enhanced coordination with various government agencies to prevent overcrowding, overloading, and other incidents that could pose a risk to passengers.

Partner with other government agencies such as Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) and Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), PCG also supported the establishment of the DOTr Concern Help Desk in the ports to serve as an immediate office for receiving complaints, requests for assistance, and other public concerns.

The PCG will continue to conduct vigilance and maritime security operations to ensure safe and smooth travel of the public during the Back to School period.

Also expect additional deployment of Coast Guard K9 Units to ports to prevent any illegal activity that may compromise passenger safety.

This activity is being carried out as part of the promotion of the Intensified Community Assistance, Awareness, Response, and Enforcement (iCARE) Program of PCG, which aims to strengthen community engagement through programs aimed at providing prompt, caring, and reliable public service for all Filipinos.

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𝐏𝐂𝐆, 𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐆𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐆𝐀 𝐇𝐀𝐊𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐀 𝐊𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐓𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐍 𝐀𝐓 𝐒𝐄𝐆𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐃 𝐒𝐀 𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐌 𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐘𝐀𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐘𝐎𝐒: 𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐊 𝐄𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Nakahanda ang Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) na tiyakin ang kaligtasan, seguridad, at kaginhawaan ng mga biyahero sa pagpapatupad ng Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Balik Eskwela 2026 ng Department of Transportation (DOTr) mula Hunyo 5 hanggang 11, 2026, kaugnay ng pagbubukas ng klase para sa School Year 2026–2027.

Ayon kay PCG Commandant, Admiral Ronnie Gil L Gavan PCG, bilang bahagi ng operasyon, paiigtingin ng PCG ang pagpapatupad ng mga hakbang sa maritime safety at security sa mga pantalan sa buong bansa. Kabilang dito ang mas mahigpit na inspeksyon sa mga sasakyang pandagat, karagdagang deployment ng mga tauhan sa mga pantalan at terminal, at mas pinaigting na koordinasyon sa iba’t ibang ahensya ng pamahalaan upang maiwasan ang overcrowding, overloading, at iba pang insidenteng maaaring magdulot ng panganib sa mga pasahero.

Katuwang ang iba pang ahensya ng pamahalaan tulad ng Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) at Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), suportado rin ng PCG ang pagtatatag ng DOTr Malasakit Help Desk sa mga pantalan upang magsilbing agarang tanggapan para sa pagtanggap ng mga reklamo, kahilingan para sa tulong, at iba pang mga concern ng publiko.

Patuloy ring magsasagawa ang PCG ng masusing pagbabantay at maritime security operations upang matiyak ang ligtas at maayos na paglalakbay ng publiko sa panahon ng Balik Eskwela.

Asahan din ang karagdagang deployment ng mga Coast Guard K9 Unit sa mga pantalan upang maiwasan ang anumang iligal na aktibidad na maaaring magkompromiso sa seguridad ng mga pasahero.

Ang aktibidad na ito ay isinasagawa bilang bahagi ng pagsusulong ng Intensified Community Assistance, Awareness, Response, and Enforcement (iCARE) Program ng PCG, na naglalayong palakasin ang pakikipag-ugnayan sa komunidad sa pamamagitan ng mga programang nakatuon sa pagbibigay ng maagap, may malasakit, at maasahang serbisyo publiko para sa basta Pilipino.

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29/05/2026

Something 𝐁𝐈𝐆 is on the 𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐙𝐎𝐍…

One Mission.
More than 30 participating Nations.
One Maritime Indo-Pacific.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is ready to set sail…🌺🇵🇭⚓️

27/05/2026

𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐒𝐋𝐄𝐂 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐏𝐓𝐑𝐈 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐧-𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒: The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), through the Maritime Security Law Enforcement Command (MARSLEC), participated in a symbolic Worn-Out Flag Disposal Ceremony on 26 May 2026, at the DOST-PTRI South Compound in Bicutan, Taguig City.

The solemn event, initiated by the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), was held in commemoration of National Flag Day and as part of the lead-up to the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.

𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐨 𝐒 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐏𝐂𝐆 represented MARSLEC during the undertaking, which strictly adhered to Section 14 of Republic Act 8491, otherwise known as the Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines.

Under the law, national flags that have suffered from severe wear and tear must not be casually discarded, but instead retired through a dignified burning ceremony to prevent desecration.

According to organizers, the joint undertaking aims to promote civic awareness and preserve national pride, unity, and deep-seated reverence for the national symbol.

Aside from its primary mandate of enforcing maritime laws and securing the country's waters, MARSLEC's participation underscores the Command's commitment to upholding the core values, legal protocols, and patriotic traditions that define the nation.

𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐄: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYzQMBVkjyp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

[𝑷𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒔 𝒃𝒚 𝑨𝑺𝑵 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒐𝒔 𝑷𝑪𝑮, 𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒊𝒄 𝑨𝒇𝒇𝒂𝒊𝒓𝒔 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆]

20/05/2026

𝐂𝐆𝐃𝐒𝐓𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐒𝐈𝐌𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐅 𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐏𝐂𝐆 𝐙𝐄𝐑𝐎 𝐃𝐑𝐔𝐆 𝐓𝐎𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐏𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐘

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: In line with the directive of the Commandant, Philippine Coast Guard, to strengthen the implementation of the PCG Zero Drug Policy 2026, the Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL) conducted the Simultaneous Signing of Undertaking for the Non-Use of Dangerous Drugs at Headquarters CGDSTL on 20 May 2026.

The activity aimed to reinforce awareness among CGDSTL personnel on the importance of discipline, professionalism, and accountability through strict adherence to the PCG Zero Drug Policy 2026. It likewise emphasized the organization’s commitment to maintaining a safe, responsible, and drug-free working environment in support of effective public service and mission accomplishment.

During the activity, Commodore Geronimo Tuvilla PCG, Commander, CGDSTL, emphasized that the duties and responsibilities of every Coast Guard personnel require physical and mental fortitude and moral integrity at all times. He further stressed that dangerous drugs have no place in the organization as they compromise operational effectiveness and erode public trust.

CGDSTL remains steadfast in supporting the Philippine Coast Guard’s campaign against illegal drugs through sustained education and awareness initiatives while fostering a disciplined, professional, and drug-free working environment for all personnel.

18/05/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞

The Coast Guard Sea Marshal Force (CGSMF) is the Maritime Security Law Enforcement Command’s specialized frontline unit tasked with the critical mission of securing commercial passenger vessels, countering maritime terrorism, and ensuring the safety of the riding public across the Philippine archipelago.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞
CGSMF is mandated to serve as the premier maritime defense unit aboard civilian vessels traveling through high-risk transit routes. The force plays a vital role in advancing the Command’s mission by deploying highly trained tactical teams to deter, detect, and neutralize shipboard threats. Maintaining an unyielding presence on the high seas, conducting rigorous pre-departure panelling, executing swift vessel interdictions, and operating as a specialized force capable of neutralizing armed hijackings, bomb threats, and piracy while fostering seamless coordination with port authorities and ship captains.

​𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐬
The heartbeat of CGSMF is its operators. These sea marshals don’t just patrol, they protect. With a relentless commitment to vigilance, they live aboard commercial ships for days on end, enduring rough seas and isolation to keep millions of commuters safe. Their grit is seen in their constant readiness, blending seamlessly into the passenger crowd while remaining locked, loaded, and prepared to transition from vigilant guardians to tactical operators in a split second.

​𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫
​In an era of evolving global and regional threats, CGSMF is the safeguard that keeps our nautical highways secure. By ensuring that our merchant vessels and passenger ships are never soft targets for those who wish us harm. They don’t just watch over the horizon, they build the human shield that preserves peace and security across our maritime territory.

𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐄: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYdpjLMiZbl/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

𝑹𝑬𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑬𝑫 𝑺𝑻𝑶𝑹𝑰𝑬𝑺:
https://web.facebook.com/PCGMARSLEC/posts/1270887315221981

https://web.facebook.com/PCGMARSLEC/posts/1272963945014318

https://web.facebook.com/PCGMARSLEC/posts/1278678171109562

https://www.facebook.com/PCGMARSLEC/posts/1284810613829651

https://www.facebook.com/PCGMARSLEC/posts/1290728043237908

16/05/2026

𝐂𝐆𝐃𝐒𝐓𝐋 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐆𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐇𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐒 𝐁 𝐕𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL), through the Coast Guard Nursing Service Support Unit – Southern Tagalog (CGNSSU-STL) and Medical Station Southern Tagalog in coordination with the City Health Office–Batangas City, successfully administered Hepatitis B vaccines to a total of 113 CGDSTL personnel during the conduct of the Hepatitis B Vaccination Drive held at the Headquarters, HCGDSTL, Brgy. Sta. Clara, Batangas City on 16 May 2026.

As part of the activity, the CGNSSU-STL conducted an information campaign regarding Hepatitis B and the importance of vaccination to enhance awareness on disease transmission, prevention, early detection, and the vital role of immunization in protecting both individuals and the community.

The vaccination drive was graced by Dr. Christian Arne Toraneo, MD, Ms. Maricel Atienza, RM, Mr. Juanito Vergara, RN, and Ms. Jebel Ria Gestoso, RN, representatives from the City Health Office–Batangas City, whose presence underscored the importance of preventive healthcare initiatives and reaffirmed the collective commitment to safeguarding the welfare of frontline responders and uniformed personnel.

This activity forms part of the Philippine Coast Guard’s continuing commitment to strengthening healthcare programs, promoting disease prevention, and ensuring the health, safety, and operational readiness of its personnel in service to the community and the nation.

10/05/2026

"Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms out there!"

Today, the Coast Guard Sea Marshal Force celebrates the love, strength, and endless sacrifices that mothers make every single day.

To all the amazing Mothers who loved us unconditionally, Thank You for every Hug, Words of Encouragement, and all the Acts of Love You've shown us.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!!

01/05/2026

"𝑨𝒔𝒆𝒈𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒓 𝒚 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒆𝒓"

More than just a motto, these words defines the oath of every 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗟𝗘𝗖 personnel to Secure and Protect.

This Labor Day, we recognize the men and women of 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗟𝗘𝗖, modern heroes who labor under the sun and over the waves to ensure that our maritime laws are upheld and our maritime domain remain secure.

𝙏𝙤 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙨: 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙙𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙡𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣.🇵🇭

𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐄: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXxmyHVk4ey/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==