| Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force Coast Guard | |
|---|---|
 Logo of the Antigua and Barbuda Coast Guard | |
| Active | 1995–present |
| Country | Antigua and Barbuda |
| Motto | "Answering duty's call" |
| Commanders | |
| Lieutenant commander | Dorian Davis |
TheAntigua and Barbuda Defence Force Coast Guard is the maritime branch of theAntigua and Barbuda Defence Force. The purpose of the coast guard is to maintain the country's interests, and along with theAntigua and Barbuda Defence Force Air Wing, patrol the waters of the country.[1] The Coast Guard is also responsible for search and rescue missions,oil pollution response, ship safety inspections, and broadcasting of maritime safety alerts.[2]
The Coast Guard was originally founded as the Antigua and Barbuda Police Marine Unit, however, on 1 May 1995, it was absorbed into the Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force, and became known as the Antigua and Barbuda Coast Guard.[3]
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