On the backdrop of increased Narco-Trafficking along the Belize – Mexico Border, the Commandant of the Belize Coast Guard Captain Elton Bennet visited the Headquarters of the 11th Naval Zone in Chetumal, Mexico. The Belize Coast Guard and the Mexican Navy share a long-standing special relationship that is founded on mutual respect and shared interest, … Read more
By Captain Elton Bennett Commandant of the Belize Coast Guard: On the 27th November 2019 I took Command of a Belize Coast Guard that is in line with its vision – an Apex institution highly trained motivated and resource capable of enforcing maritime laws to the limits of our sea spaces. The men and women … Read more
The Belize Coast Guard officially changed command on Wednesday 27 November 2019. The official handing over ceremony was held on the 14th anniversary of the BCG, and coincided with the latest recruit intake. The Belize Coast Guard was officially established on 27 November 2005. It now has a new commandant, Captain Elton Bennet. John Saldivar, … Read more
The Belize Port Authority held its maritime educational expo today at its headquarters at mile four on the George Price Highway. The event featured speeches, an award ceremony and several booth displays. Students from Belize City were invited to attend to learn about the maritime sector. News Five stopped in at today’s event which commemorates … Read more
The Belize Coast Guard is in the process of revamping its fleet of seagoing vessels and earlier this week the maritime law enforcement agency was gifted with a newly-built watercraft to assist with operations inside the reef. According to Rear Admiral John Borland, there is presently a need to renew the existing vessels since those … Read more