🚢New Security Zone Established at Electric Boat Shipyard in RI
Security Zone; Electric Boat Shipyard, Narragansett Bay, Quonset Point, North Kingstown, RI
Summary
The Coast Guard is establishing a security zone in the waters adjacent to the General Dynamics Electric Boat Corporation Quonset Point facility in Narragansett Bay, North Kingstown, RI. This is necessary to protect the facility, material, and adjacent areas from sabotage or other subversive acts, accidents or incidents of a similar nature. This rulemaking prohibits all persons and vessels from operating within the prescribed security zone without prior authorization by the Captain of the Port, Sector Southeastern New England or designated representative.
Agencies
- Homeland Security Department
- Coast Guard
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The regulation establishes a security zone that affects vessel operations near the General Dynamics Electric Boat Shipyard, impacting compliance requirements for businesses operating in the area and potential financial implications for those needing access to this navigable zone.