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Coast Guard Attends After Boat Runs Aground
A 30-foot pleasure craft with six people ran aground near Paradise Lakes on Saturday [Oct 26], and Coast Guard vessels attended and transported the passenger and the boat was refloated the next morning. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “Bermuda Radio was advised of 30 ft pleasure craft with 6 people onboard aground... Read more of this article
UK TV Series to Feature BPS & Coast Guard
A British Broadcasting Corporation [BBC] series is getting set to feature the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] and the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] Coastguard, with filming getting underway last week. A police spokesperson said, “Earlier this year, a TV producer from Spun Gold Productions, a TV production company from the UK known for its documentary... Read more of this article
Coast Guard Encourages Water Safety
The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard urges residents and visitors to enjoy activities on the water safely during the Bermuda Day celebration. A spokesperson said, “As the community looks forward to celebrating Bermuda Day and marking the start of summer, the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard urges residents and visitors to enjoy activities on the... Read more of this article
Coast Guard Divers Earn ERDI Certifications
Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard divers recently enhanced their emergency response skills in a seven-day training course conducted in partnership with EcoDive, with the divers earning certifications with Emergency Response Diving International [ERDI]. A spokesperson said, “Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard divers last week honed their emergency... Read more of this article
Coast Guard’s Cup Match Safety Guidance
The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard will run patrols throughout the Cup Match weekend as part of its programme to help reduce risks for the marine community. A spokesperson said, “As the unit prepares for several busy days on the water, members of the public are asked to be considerate and mindful of safety while enjoying the holiday.” “The... Read more of this article
Coast Guard To Patrol Over Holiday Weekend
The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard urges people to enjoy their time on the water safely as the island prepares for a long holiday weekend. As residents and visitors take their places on beaches and boats, the unit will step up patrols to guard against anti-social behaviour or actions that put people at risk. Captain Jeffrey Patterson, the Coast... Read more of this article
Plans Submitted For Coast Guard Substation
A planning application has been submitted to convert the old Post Office building in St David’s into a Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard Substation. The planning application said, “We are writing on behalf of our client The Government of Bermuda, relating to their application for the proposed Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard Substation... Read more of this article
RBR Coast Guard Building Increased Capacity
“The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard is currently deeply engaged in building capacity,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly. Minister Weeks said, “The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard launched in February 2020 as a marine force for the protection and security of Bermuda’s inshore waters,... Read more of this article
RBR Coast Guard Looking To Grow Its Ranks
New recruits to the Royal Bermuda Regiment could find themselves patrolling waters by summer as the Coast Guard plans to swell its ranks. Captain Jeffrey Patterson, the Coast Guard Commander, hopes to increase staff numbers to boost the unit’s capabilities and enhance training. Residents are invited to join the Regiment this week ahead of a recruit... Read more of this article
RFA Helicopter Crew Train With Regiment
[Updated with video] The Royal Fleet Auxiliary [RFA] Tideforce recently conducted “winching training” with the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard. The RFA Tideforce tweeted the photos below, saying: “MENACE 20 Winching Training Exercise with the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard. Weighted bag first followed by the Winchman. Straight down... Read more of this article
Jet Ski Operators Warned To Keep Clear
A jet ski operating “close to beaches endangering people in the water” prompted a visit from the Bermuda Coast Guard who “warned the jet ski operators in the area about keeping clear of the shore.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Sunday 3rd July, 5 pm. – Report received from a person at Clarence... Read more of this article
Videos: Endeavour, Spirit Ship & Coast Guard
Endeavour is working with other local organizations to offer training and career development opportunities that prepare young people for working in the maritime sector, and the two videos below highlight some of their “hands-on experiences aboard the Spirit of Bermuda and learning more afloat with the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard.” A... Read more of this article
