THE Philippine Fleet (PF) has conducted an Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) executive seminar in partnership with Canadian firm GeoSpectrum Technologies Inc., aimed at strengthening the Navy’s ability to detect and counter undersea threats.
Fleet commander Rear Admiral Joe Anthony Orbe participated in the seminar alongside flag officers and senior captains of the Philippine Navy. The morning session focused on high-level discussions for senior leaders, while the afternoon provided technical learning sessions for field-grade operations planners.
The seminar featured lectures on Fleet Structure, Operational Tasking in ASW, Detect-to-Engage Sequence, Tactical Oceanography, and other key areas. Organizers said the program was designed to improve the strategic, doctrinal, and operational competencies of Navy leaders in support of maritime security, sea control, and joint force integration. Rex Espiritu
The Navy said the initiative formed part of the Navy’s Weapons and Sensors Upgrade Project, which addresses training needs not only at the operator level but also among planners, maintainers, and senior leadership. It also said bridging this training gap at the top ranks is critical to the Navy’s modernization efforts.
