Yeosu Coast Guard Patrols from the Sky Using Drones

Operation of the Public-Private Joint Maritime Drone Patrol Team

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Shim Kyung-taek] The Yeosu Maritime Police Station in Jeonnam is officially operating the ‘Marine Drone Patrol Unit’ to effectively prevent and respond to marine accidents and eradicate chronic illegal activities.

According to Yeosu Maritime Police, in line with the 4th Industrial Revolution and the expanding ‘drone services’ in the public sector, they plan to officially operate the ‘Marine Drone Patrol Unit’ as part of proactive administration by integrating drone services with maritime police duties to prevent and respond to marine accidents and actively eradicate chronic illegal activities.

The ‘Marine Drone Patrol Unit’ consists of 10 members, including police officers from the Yeosu Maritime Police Bongsan Substation and civilian marine rescue team members, conducting activities such as searching for missing persons, preventing and responding to marine accidents, collecting evidence of chronic illegal activities, and patrolling coastal areas to prevent accidents.

Meanwhile, through business agreements with the Korea Maritime Police Training Institute and civilian drone training centers, they plan to actively promote the advancement of drone patrols, training of professionals, and acquisition of certifications.

Kim Kwang-cheol, head of the Bongsan Substation of Yeosu Maritime Police, said, “The utilization of one drone can be broader and greater than the personnel and equipment deployed for maritime security activities,” adding, “The meeting of the 4th Industrial Revolution and the maritime police is expected to create a great synergy effect in protecting the safety of the people in our seas.”

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