PH Navy to expand fleet with 4 warships, 6 anti-sub helicopters

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Navy said on Tuesday it will acquire four warships and six anti-submarine warfare helicopters in the coming years under the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) modernization program. The announcement was made during a briefing ahead of the Philippine Navy’s 128th founding anniversary on Wednesday, May 20, which traces the service’s origins to naval forces formed during the Philippine Revolution in 1898. Rear Adm. Joe Anthony Orbe, commander of the Philippine Fleet, said the Navy’s fleet modernization has significantly extended the time vessels can remain deployed at sea. “Before, our ships are limited in endurance. […]... Keep on reading: PH Navy to expand fleet with 4 warships, 6 anti-sub helicopters

Original source: Philippine Daily Inquirer