Propmech Corporation, a local marine solutions provider, has been a long-standing supporter of the Philippine government’s effort to improve its maritime defense capabilities. With the announcement from the Department of Transportation (DOTr) that the Philippines aims to become the “Maritime Capital of the World,” Propmech Corporation is ready to support this initiative with its extensive experience, network, expertise, and infrastructure.
The DOTr’s plan includes the modernization of domestic shipping, the expansion of shipbuilding and repair capabilities, the development of a marine industrial park, marine environment protection, the development of inland waterway networks, and corrective actions on multiple levels to address the assessment findings from the European Commission and the independent evaluators of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
Propmech Corporation is eager and ready to support this ambitious plan with its proven track record of supporting the Philippine Armed Forces, including the Navy, Coast Guard, Marines as well as the Philippine National Police (PNP), through the development and maintenance vessels used in various missions. Some of the vessels include the LCU (Landing Utility Craft), a vessel designed for moving troops, vehicles, and equipment to far flung areas; the PNP and Marine high-speed attack crafts, Coast Guard aluminum patrol boats to name a few.
One of Propmech Corporation’s signature vessels is the Philippine Navy’s MPAC (Multi Purpose Attack Craft). The first batch of MPACs was commissioned and introduced to service last April 2009. Since then the MPACs has racked up hundreds of mission hours ranging from rescue to logistics to combat, and has undergone several iterations to date. Acting on the Navy’s feedback from several missions, Propmech was able to continuously improve each MPAC model. Today, there are three (3) models of the MPAC and twelve in service to the Philippine Navy. The MPAC has proven to be a reliable and versatile vessel in various applications, including counterterrorism and territorial defense.
“Our commitment to supporting the Philippine government’s efforts to strengthen its maritime defense capabilities remains steadfast. We are ready to contribute our expertise and resources to help make the Philippines the ‘Maritime Capital of the World,’” said Glenn Tong, Director of Propmech Corporation.
Propmech has a long history of supporting the various branches of the Philippine government since the company’s founding over 70 years ago. During the stringent lockdowns of the pandemic in 2020, Propmech managed to provide regular maintenance work to the Philippine navy’s various vessels in order to keep its operational readiness.
Propmech Corporation’s extensive experience and expertise in designing and building vessels, combined with its established network and infrastructure, make it well-positioned to play a significant role in the Philippines’ plan to become the “Maritime Capital of the World.” With its proven track record of supporting the country’s defense capabilities, Propmech Corporation is committed to delivering high-quality vessels that meet the demands of the rapidly evolving maritime industry.
