𝐁𝐑𝐏 𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐀𝐂 (𝐋𝐃𝟔𝟎𝟏) 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐂 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐃𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐓 𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐍 𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐎 𝐏𝐈𝐄𝐑, 𝐍𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐋 𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐄 𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐀𝐄𝐋 𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐒 Headquarters Naval Forces Central (HNFC), Naval Base Rafael Ramos (NBRR), Lapu-Lapu City – Naval Forces Central (NFC) formally welcomed the arrival of BRP TARLAC (LD601) during an Arrival Ceremony held at Captain Veloso Pier (CVP), marking the first time a Category 4 Philippine Navy ship specifically a Tarlac-Class Strategic Sealift Vessel (SSV) has docked at CVP located at Naval Base Rafael Ramos (NBRR) on May 8, 2026. Following the ship’s arrival, the Command conducted an Arrival Ceremony led by COMMO JOSELITO E DE GUZMAN PN, Commander, Naval Forces Central (CNFC) which was attended by the Command Team, HNFC Staff Officers, Commanders and Commanding Officers of OPCON/TACON shore units and surface assets, and selected Enlisted Personnel. The activity underscored the Command’s sustained support to national security operations, inter-agency coordination efforts, and maritime security initiatives in preparation for support to post-ASEAN Summit 2026 activities particularly the transport and ferry mission for Presidential Security Command personnel, assorted cargoes and operational equipment bound for Manila upon completion of the ASEAN Summit 2026. Relatedly, the docking of BRP TARLAC (LD601) at CVP signifies not only the growing operational reach of the Philippine Navy (PN) but also the strategic importance of Cebu as a central hub for logistics, maritime coordination, and naval operations in the Visayas region. The successful docking of LD601 also marks a historic moment not only for the Philippine Navy but also for Cebu’s maritime community. This demonstrates the growing capability to operate and sustain larger naval assets in support of national defense and humanitarian missions, while reinforcing its readiness to address emerging challenges across the archipelago. Naval Forces Central, Your Navy in the Visayas remains committed in providing responsive naval operations, dependable maritime support and effective coordination efforts that strengthen national security initiatives, and uphold the Philippine Navy’s mission of serving the Filipino people with professionalism and dedication. 𝐍𝐅𝐂 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐁𝐑𝐏 𝐃𝐈𝐄𝐆𝐎 𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆 (𝐅𝐅𝐆𝟕) 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍 𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐂𝐕𝐏 Headquarters Naval Forces Central (HNFC), Naval Base Rafael Ramos (NBRR), Lapu-Lapu City – Naval Forces Central (NFC) welcomed the arrival of BRP DIEGO SILANG (FFG7) at Captain Veloso Pier (CVP), NBRR where the Command Team, HNFC Staff Officers, Commanders and Commanding Officers of OPCON/TACON units, and other personnel gathered to support the ship’s operational tasks and maritime security mission on May 9, 2026. During the activity, NFC facilitated the ceremonial reception and coordinated the necessary support requirements for the arriving ship as part of its continued commitment in sustaining maritime operational readiness in the Visayas. The event also highlighted the strong coordination among Philippine Navy (PN) units in ensuring seamless mission support for all naval assets. Relatedly, FFG7 is one of the Philippine Navy’s guided missile frigates, and is being prepared for its succeeding deployment and maritime security patrol operations. The ship underwent the required underwater inspection, hull cleaning procedures and replenishment in port to ensure its operational efficiency and readiness for future and upcoming missions. Naval Forces Central, Your Navy in the Visayas remains committed in providing responsive operational and logistical support to Philippine Navy units, ensuring the readiness of naval assets and personnel in safeguarding the country’s maritime interests and in maintaining a dependable naval presence in the region. Credits to: Naval Forces Command #fypp #PhilippineNavy #hukbongdagatngpilipinas #aseansummit2026 #viral