Coast Guard Unit in New Orleans Conducts Pursuit Training

New Orleans, LA, September 17, 2026 —

The United States Coast Guard Maritime Safety and Security Team (MSST) based in New Orleans recently conducted pursuit training exercises. The specific date, duration, and precise location of these exercises beyond New Orleans were not provided.

MSSTs are specialized units within the Coast Guard designed to provide direct-action security, interdiction, and maritime law enforcement capabilities. Pursuit training is a critical component of their operational readiness, preparing teams to effectively intercept and secure vessels in various maritime environments. Such training typically involves simulating real-world scenarios that require rapid response and coordinated efforts.

The objective of pursuit training is to enhance the proficiency of Coast Guard crews in safely and effectively closing with, boarding, and taking control of vessels that may fail to heave to or that are suspected of illegal activities. This includes practicing tactics, techniques, and procedures for vessel operations, small boat handling, and crew coordination under dynamic conditions.

Details regarding the specific types of vessels used during the training, the number of personnel involved, or any specific outcomes or lessons learned from the exercises were not publicly disclosed. Information on whether this training is part of a routine schedule or in response to specific operational needs was also not available.

The Coast Guard MSST in New Orleans serves as a vital asset in maintaining security and enforcing laws within the Port of New Orleans and its surrounding waters, a critical hub for domestic and international commerce. Their operations often involve counter-terrorism, port security, and drug and illegal migrant interdiction.

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