Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Port Arthur

Our Mission

To maximize the safe and efficient use of waterways through the power of information to prevent accidents and associated environmental damage.  Within this website you will find information about the services VTS Port Arthur provides, operating requirements within the Port Arthur VTS Area, and how to interact with VTS Port Arthur.

Vessel Traffic Service Port Arthur is a department at Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur and works for the Captain of the Port.  Additional information concerning Captain of the Port services is available via HOMEPORT. 

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