U.S. Coast Guard

Construction is underway on the Coast Guard's next heavy weather surf boat, carrying forward a legendary Pacific Northwest tradition. @USCG and Rozema Boat Works marked the keel authentication of the first Special Purpose Craft – Heavy Weather II (SPC-HWX II) in Mount Vernon, Washington — the ceremonial start of construction on up to six next-generation surf boats. Built to operate where others can't, the 64-foot SPC-HWX II is self-righting and rated for 35-foot seas, 25-foot surf, and 60-knot winds. The class will replace the iconic 52-foot heavy weather boats retired in 2021—vessels that defined the elite Surfman community and braved Washington's unforgiving coastal waters for decades. With first delivery expected in FY 2027, these new boats will ensure our Surfmen continue to answer the call in the "Graveyard of the Pacific." Read more: news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases… #SemperParatus

Investing in modern infrastructure. ⚓️ @USCG has awarded a $230 million design-build contract for new operational support facilities at Coast Guard Base Charleston, marking the latest in planned improvements totaling over $440 million at the base. This investment supports the homeporting of our newest cutters, and ensures our dedicated service members have the infrastructure, healthcare access, and support facilities they deserve to maintain peak mission readiness. Read more here: news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases…

Always ready to respond to crises. Did you know the Coast Guard has teams trained to help communities during severe floods and storms? 🌊⚓️ Our crews practice lifesaving skills like rooftop rescues, wide-area searches, and helping families and pets reach safety. Working closely with #FEMA and local partners, we’re ready to support neighborhoods when disasters strike. #USCG #AlwaysReady #FloodResponse

#SAR CGC Kingfisher’s crew assisted 6 people aboard a 37-foot vessel taking on water near the South Jetties in Charleston, S.C., Wednesday. Two crewmembers boarded the vessel and dewatered it, stabilizing the flooding before commercial salvage safely towed it to Ross Marina.

And they're off! The Five Sisters Race is underway. USCGC Eagle, FGS Gorch Fock, NRP Sagres, and NMS Mircea set sail from New York this morning, Boston bound on the final leg of #Sail250. #FiveSistersRace

Day-in, day-out🛟 During @sail4th 250 in #NYC and throughout the country, @USCG crews stay mission capable 24/7/365. As America's maritime first responder, we rescue those in distress and ensure the maritime safety of the public we serve from sea to shining sea🇺🇸#USCG #America250

Nothing says summer like the #4thOfJuly. 🇺🇸 Sail4th 250 festivities continue as we celebrate our Country’s Birthday! Our crews alongside the other services hope to see you out there!

Our @USCG personnel are the best of the best. God bless America. 🇺🇸

Proudly serving, defending, & celebrating the land of the free! 🇺🇸✨ From our crew to yours, the #USCG wishes you a happy & safe Independence Day! As you take to the water to celebrate, our watchstanders and crews remain #SemperParatus to keep you safe!⚓#IndependenceDay

In the Nation’s Capital, and across the U.S., @USCG has mobilized one of the most complex missions in our history to safeguard America 250th celebrations. In this story by ABC, Admiral Lunday discusses our historic operations to safeguard America’s ports, waterways, airspace, and cyber domains and ensure safe, secure events this week. We’re bringing every capability to bear. Alongside our partner agencies, we’re proud to have the watch this week while the nation celebrates.  #USCG #CoastGuard #America250 #IndependenceDay abcnews.com/Politics/coast…

The U.S. Coast Guard is surging resources to help secure July Fourth celebrations in Washington, D.C. and around the country, the head of the agency said. Read more: abcnews.link/Bypc59C

SAIL250 IS UNDERWAY! @USCG is hosting a global gathering of tall ships in a MASSIVE maritime celebration of our nation. Watch as @USATODAY goes aboard one of these ships, the CGC Eagle, and talks with some Coast Guard Personnel and Cadets ⬇️

@USCG finalized 2 contracts for construction & delivery of 6 Arctic Security Cutters (ASCs), a new class of polar icebreakers that will strengthen America’s position in the Arctic.  The contracts are awarded to Bollinger Shipyards Lockport, L.L.C. for four ASCs, valued at approximately $2.2B, and Rauma Marine Constructions Oy for two ASCs, valued at approximately $1.1B.  The ASC program fulfills @POTUS’ directive to rapidly expand the nation’s Arctic fleet by delivering 11 ASCs, while bringing shipbuilding expertise back to the U.S. &strengthening industrial capability & workforce development at U.S. shipyards. Read more: dhs.gov/news/2026/07/0…

One year. One historic investment in America’s security. Yesterday in New York, I joined the @USCG to highlight how @POTUS Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill is strengthening our homeland with the resources needed to secure our borders, modernize the Coast Guard, and protect the American people. Promises made, promises kept.🇺🇸

⛵ Congratulations to the USCGA Ocean Racing Team on an outstanding performance in the Newport Bermuda Race! Sailing aboard Cool Breeze, the team earned third place in their division after racing across 636 nautical miles from Newport, Rhode Island, to Bermuda. #USCGA #USCG

Your @USCG is gearing up for #Sail4th250! On July 4, 2026, we will secure the largest-ever flotilla of tall ships in NY for America's 250th. We’re coordinating with global & interagency partners to showcase operational excellence and US maritime leadership.  #Sail250 #USCG #America250 #NYC

Our United States Coast Guard has been SUPERCHARGED thanks to the signing of the One Big Beautiful by @POTUS Trump nearly one year ago. This is the single largest investment in our Coast Guard since the Second World War. A properly funded and energized @USCG is vital to protecting our homeland.

Swab summer is underway ⚓ Yesterday, the Class of 2030 reported to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, here are more photos from Day One! #USCGA #USCG #SwabSummer

Making history! Led by @US2ndFleet, USCGC Stone & 26 ships from 13 partner and allied nations steam together for the first-ever Atlantic #FLEETEX250. Conducting tactical drills off the Virginia Capes, this exercise reinforces our commitment to layered homeland defense.

Day One for the Class of 2030. ⚓ Today our new swabs began their 200-week journey at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. Welcome aboard, Class of 2030! #USCGA #USCG #ClassOf2030 #SwabSummer