PCG receives 55-meter craft from Red Cross

THE Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said the MV Amazing Grace, a 55-meter vessel donated by the Philippine Red Cross (PRC), would bolster its humanitarian and disaster response capabilities.

«The MV Amazing Grace will be a game-changer for our humanitarian missions. It will enable us to reach communities that are often cut off during disasters, providing life-saving assistance when it matters most,» said PCG Commandant Adm. Ronnie Gil Gavan.

PRC Chairman Richard Gordon said the donation reflects the PRC's commitment to humanitarian values.

HUMANITARIAN AID BOOST The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) enhances its humanitarian and disaster response capabilities with the addition of the MV Amazing Grace, a 55-meter vessel donated by the Philippine Red Cross on Jan. 31, 2025. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE PCG

«The MV Amazing Grace will serve as a beacon of hope for communities in need, ensuring that no one is left behind during times of crisis,» Gordon added.

The MV Amazing Grace was equipped to navigate challenging waters, ensuring the delivery of medical supplies, relief goods, and other forms of support to isolated coastal areas, including Pag-asa Island, during calamities and public health emergencies.