The Philippine Army’s Signal Regiment officially partnered with the Department of Science and Technology–National Capital Region (DOST-NCR) to enhance its 3D printing capabilities in a ceremony held on July 7, 2025, at Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City.
Army Chief Lt. Gen. Roy M. Galido and DOST-NCR Regional Director Engr. Romelen T. Tresvalles signed the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to support the upgrade of the Signal Installation and Maintenance Battalion (SIMBn).
The initiative aims to equip SIMBn personnel with skills for in-house design, prototyping, and fabrication of components, including those essential for the Army’s communication devices.
Lt. Gen. Galido emphasized that the project would reduce dependence on third-party suppliers and minimize operational delays.
He underscored that the collaboration marks a strategic leap under the Self-Defense Reliant Defense Posture (SRDP) Revitalization Act, promoting technological independence.
The Army Chief praised the Signal Regiment for its innovative approach and expressed hope that the partnership would serve as a blueprint for future modernization efforts.