New Cokaliong vessel sets sail
The brand new passenger ship, mv Filipinas Bohol, was inaugurated in a festive affair, marking an important development in Philippine maritime transport and regional cooperation, particularly between the Philippines and China. Operated by Cokaliong Shipping Lines (CSL), the mv Filipinas Bohol is a symbol of this ongoing mission to serve the Filipino people by providing safe, reliable, and modern sea transportation connecting key Philippine islands.
The mv Filipinas Bohol, the 17th addition to CSL's fleet, was made in China to the specifications of CSL's founder, CEO, and COO Chester Cokaliong. It represents a new generation of ferries enhancing inter-island connectivity in the Philippines, an essential service given the country’s archipelagic geography.
PRC Consul General Zhang Zhen stated that the China-made ship represents Philippine-China cooperation and shared economic goals. Marina 7 Director Annabel Lagas praised CSL for meeting international standards in maritime safety and sustainability. Msgr. Roberto Alesna blessed the mv Filipinas Bohol before its maiden voyage.
House Representatives Eduardo Rama, Karen Garcia, and Duke Frasco were guests of honor at the inauguration, expressing admiration for Chester Cokaliong's leadership and vision in the shipping industry. Cokaliong, in his remarks, expressed gratitude to all the supporters of CSL.
Cokaliong declared that the mv Filipinas Bohol is more than just a ship; it's a symbol of CSL's ongoing mission to serve the Filipino people with quality, safety, and pride. CSL is about six to seven years ahead of other shipping lines in taking the lead, according to its claims.
The mv Filipinas Bohol is set for the Cebu-Bohol route, strengthening CSL's commitment to improving the lives of Filipinos by connecting communities through maritime routes. The ship is likely built or commissioned to meet higher standards of efficiency and environmental compliance consistent with the latest maritime trends, supporting economic development and tourism in regions like Bohol.
Despite the canceled flight of Bohol Gov. Eric Aumentado, the inauguration day was a memorable event, symbolizing the collaborative spirit in Philippine-China relations that promotes infrastructure growth, technology sharing, and strengthened maritime links supporting domestic mobility and economic progress.
The mv Filipinas Bohol, a testament to the collaboration between the Philippines and China, is not only a symbol of CSL's commitment to the shipping industry but also an advancement in the automotive sector, as it was specifically designed to enhance inter-island transportation. As CSL's latest investment in finance, the state-of-the-art vessel is expected to boost economic growth and tourism, particularly in Cebu and Bohol.
