June 4, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard releases additional policy and guidance in support of 33 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 101, Subpart F – Cybersecurity.

The Coast Guard Office of Maritime Cybersecurity Policy (CG-MCP) has released additional policy and guidance documents to support compliance with new Cybersecurity in the Marine Transportation System regulations found in 33 CFR Part 101, Subpart F. These include CG-5PC Policy Letter 01-26, Cybersecurity Assessment Initial Scoping and Process; CG-MCP Work Instruction 002, Waiver and Equivalency Guidance for Requirements of 33 CFR Part 101, Subpart F – Cybersecurity; and, CG-MCP Work Instruction 003, DoD SAFE Instructions for Cybersecurity Plan, Cybersecurity Assessment, Waiver & Equivalency Request Submissions.

Jan. 26, 2026

U.S. Coast Guard releases Cybersecurity Training Verification Job Aid

The U.S. Coast Guard’s Office of Maritime Cybersecurity Policy released a new guide, Work Instruction 001- Cybersecurity Training Verification Job Aid, to provide a clear and standardized framework for Coast Guard Vessel and Facility inspectors.

Dec. 8, 2025

Coast Guard Operations in Alaska and the Arctic: Inside the Latest Proceedings Issue

As you embark upon reading this incredible edition, you’ll find a wide swath of goings-on across Alaska and its surrounding waters.

Aug. 12, 2025

FY2025 Port Security Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity

On August 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Fiscal Year 2025 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP). This grant provides funding to state, local, territorial, and private sector maritime partners for increased port-wide risk management and protect critical Marine Transportation System infrastructure from acts of terrorism, major disasters, and other emergencies.

Nov. 7, 2024

Area Maritime Security Committees 2023 Annual Report

The Office of Port and Facility Compliance (CG-FAC) is pleased to announce the publication of a consolidated report on the status and work completed in 2023 by Area Maritime Security Committees.