On March 28, 2025, Pilmico, an Aboitiz Foods company, held its annual Simulation Exercise (SimEx) at its Iligan site. The large-scale drill aimed to test and enhance the company’s readiness for complex emergency scenarios through multi-agency coordination and real-time response.
This year’s simulation focused on high-risk situations including maritime terrorism, oil spills, fire outbreaks, and personnel injuries. In partnership with eight local government units and emergency response agencies—such as the Iligan CDRRMO, Coast Guard, City Fire Station, and more—the drill recreated realistic crisis situations that challenged teams to respond quickly and effectively.
From deploying containment booms to suppressing fires and providing emergency medical aid, the coordinated actions of all participants underscored the power of teamwork in crisis response. A debriefing session followed the exercise, where teams reflected on key learnings and areas for improvement.
The successful execution of the 2025 SimEx reaffirmed Pilmico’s strong commitment to safety, collaboration, and community resilience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened after the drill concluded?
A debriefing session was held after the exercise, giving all participants the opportunity to review key learnings, identify gaps, and discuss areas for improvement — reinforcing the SimEx’s value as both a readiness check and a continuous improvement tool.
What was Pilmico’s 2025 SimEx?
The 2025 Simulation Exercise (SimEx) was an annual large-scale emergency drill conducted by Pilmico at its Iligan site on March 28, 2025. It tested the company’s preparedness for complex crisis scenarios through coordinated, multi-agency real-time responses.
What emergency scenarios were simulated during the drill?
The simulation covered high-risk situations including maritime terrorism near the Pilmico port, oil spills, fire outbreaks, and personnel injuries — all designed to challenge teams to respond quickly and effectively under realistic conditions.
Which agencies took part in the SimEx?
Eight local government units and emergency response agencies participated, including the Iligan City DRRMO, the Philippine Coast Guard, the City Fire Station, and others. Their coordinated involvement underscored the critical role of multi-agency teamwork in crisis response.
What actions were performed during the exercise?
Response teams deployed containment booms for oil spills, suppressed fires, and provided emergency medical aid. Each action tested a different aspect of Pilmico’s preparedness, from equipment use to inter-agency communication and field decision-making.
