Philippine Navy Patrol Ship Assists South Korean Passenger Vessel Experiencing Mechanical Malfunction

The Philippine Navy (PN) patrol ship BRP Nestor Reinoso (PC-380) assisted a South Korean passenger vessel, Udosarang 1, after it experienced a mechanical malfunction while sailing near Burgos, Ilocos Norte, on February 5.

According to a PN statement on Friday, the emergency occurred around 9 a.m., restricting the vessel’s ability to maneuver. The Naval Forces Northern Luzon (NFNL), responsible for the area, dispatched BRP Nestor Reinoso under Naval Task Force 11 to provide assistance.

The Maritime Situation Awareness Center – North (MSAC-N) and Naval Monitoring Detachment Pasuquin (NMD Pasuquin) monitored the distress alert, prompting NFNL to take immediate action. After establishing contact, PC-380 escorted Udosarang 1 to Sual, Pangasinan, where repairs could be conducted safely.

The nine Filipino crew members aboard the South Korean vessel were reported safe, with no additional issues encountered during the operation.