BRP Antonio Luna returns after sustaining damage in Malaysia exercise

The Philippine Navy's guided-missile frigate BRP Antonio Luna has returned to the Philippines after sustaining superficial damage to its freeboard during the Maritime Training Activity (MTA) MALPHI LAUT 2025 in Malaysia.

The incident occurred on August 27 while the ship was carefully maneuvering in a narrow space during the sea phase of the exercise.

Philippine Navy spokesperson Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad confirmed the ship's arrival at Naval Operating Base Subic.

While an initial repair has been completed, an ongoing assessment of the damage is still underway.

Despite the damage, the BRP Antonio Luna remained operational and participated in all scheduled activities.