The Belize Coast Guard has entered a new chapter with the appointment of its third commandant in its 20-year history. Rear Admiral Elton Bennett officially handed over command after six years of dedicated service to Captain Gregory Soberanis, who was promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral (Lower Half) during … [Read More...] about Belize Coast Guard Leadership Transition
Belize Coast Guard At Tradewinds 2021
Tradewinds 2021 (TW21) Regional Security System (RSS) Joint Exchange International Paratrooping Training Exercise concluded yesterday at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Guyana following a tactical display of airborne manoeuvres from more than 100 paratroopers. The airborne exercise saw paratroopers from Guyana (GDF) teamed with their counterparts from the U.S … [Read more...] about Belize Coast Guard At Tradewinds 2021
24 Sailors Complete Petty Officer Three Course
Twenty four sailors from various units across the Belize Coast Guard have graduated following their successful completion of the Petty Officer Class Three Course 01/21. The sailors graduated at a simple ceremony held at the Fleet conference room, Belize Coast Guard headquarters, Belize City on Thursday, May 13, 2021. Seaman Estevan Keh received the Best Graduating Student … [Read more...] about 24 Sailors Complete Petty Officer Three Course
Minister National Defence and Border Security Welcomes Newly Appointed Mexican Naval Attaché
On Monday 22 March 2021, Hon. Florencio Marin Jr., Minister of National Defence and Border Security, received Captain Freddy Ruben Perez Castillo, the newly appointed Mexican Naval Attaché to Belize, for a courtesy visit at the Curl Thompson Building, Belmopan. During the meeting, the Minister and Captain pledged to continue to promote the spirit of goodwill and mutual … [Read more...] about Minister National Defence and Border Security Welcomes Newly Appointed Mexican Naval Attaché
Ministry Blue Economy and Civil Aviation Meets Belize Coast Guard
On Tuesday, March 9, 2021, officials from the Ministry of the Blue Economy and Civil Aviation met with the Belize Coast Guard (BCG) at their headquarters in Belize City. During the meeting, the BCG discussed its role in securing the space necessary for economic development and the safety of actors and stakeholders in Belize’s maritime areas. Also highlighted was the mandate … [Read more...] about Ministry Blue Economy and Civil Aviation Meets Belize Coast Guard
BCG Commandant Elton Bennett To UK For Higher Military Education
Commandant of the Belize Coast Guard, Captain Elton Bennett undertakes a year of study at the Royal College of Defence Studies in England from August 2020 to August 2021. This initiative is a vital component in his professional military education in strategic level studies to further enhance his capacity to contribute to the National Security apparatus in Belize. In a … [Read more...] about BCG Commandant Elton Bennett To UK For Higher Military Education