VTS LMR - MSIB Vol XXV Issue 001 Maritime security

The Captain of the Port (COTP) New Orleans requests that Federal, State, local, and private sector partners continue to protect and preserve the Marine Transportation System (MTS) and safeguard the people and communities who live near and depend on the MTS for their livelihoods. 

All members of the commercial maritime community are urged to do their part to safeguard the MTS. The COTP New Orleans urges all personnel to practice vigilance and follow the practices and procedures outlined in their Vessel Security Plan (VSP), Facility Security Plan (FSP), or Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Facility Security Plan.

Security is everyone’s responsibility. The COTP New Orleans requests that any owner or operator required to have a security plan under 33 CFR Parts 104, 105, or 106 to report any suspicious activity or activities that may result in a transportation security incident to the National Response Center at the following: 

·         Toll free telephone: 1-800-424-8802

·         Direct telephone 202-267-2675

Mariners are also encouraged to contact the applicable Sector New Orleans division with any questions or concerns. Contact information is provided below.

For additional information:

Vessel Traffic Service (24 hours): (504) 365-2514, VHF-FM Ch. 05A, 11, 12, or 67

Sector New Orleans Command Center (24 hours): (504) 365-2545

Sector New Orleans Waterways Management: (504) 365-2280 or WWMNOLA@uscg.mil

Sector New Orleans Facility Inspections & Compliance: (504) 365-2370

Sector New Orleans Port State Control: (504) 365-2361

Sector New Orleans Domestic Inspections: (504) 365-2242

Sector New Orleans Enforcement: (504) 365-2400

Sector New Orleans Emergency Management: (504) 365-2100

CAPTAIN G. A. CALLAGHAN

Captain of the Port New Orleans

For a current list of MSIBs in the COTP New Orleans Zone visit: https://homeportr.uscg.mil/my-homeport/safety-Notifications/MSIB?cotpid=39