International Acquisition Programs
The Office of International Acquisition is the critical link between the overall U.S. Coast Guard acquisition effort and the international community. Through Foreign Military Sales (FMS), the office provides allied partners access to the USCG’s acquisition process to deliver new articles and services. Through Excess Defense Article (EDA) transfers, the office provides a means of disposal cost avoidance for decommissioned assets. Both activities serve to build partner capacity and establish the foundation for long-term partnerships in achieving common maritime safety and security objectives. Learn more>>
Status
During the last decade, the International Sales Program has delivered more than 200 boats to 36 allied nations, with the most significant efforts in Chile, Colombia, Iraq, Malta, Nigeria, Sri Lanka and Yemen. Over 900 crewmembers from foreign maritime services have received technical and operational training during the transfer of these vessels. Transfer programs also include logistics and technical support to ensure continued operation of the vessels.
Latest News Releases
Coast Guard's FMS Program Celebrates Rapid Growth
The U.S. Coast Guard’s Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program recently celebrated the delivery of its 200th vessel to foreign customers, an indication of the program’s rapid growth during the past three years. Read more>>
Coast Guard's Foreign Military Sales Program Delivers 200th Vessel
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Coast Guard's Office of International Acquisition announced Thursday its Foreign Military Sales program delivered its 200th vessel in support of developing navies and coast guards around the world. Read more>>
USCG Iraqi Small Boats
The Pentagon Channel airs a story about how the Coast Guard is training the Iraqi Navy how to use the 25 foot Response Boat Small, Dec. 1, 2008. Watch Video>>
Iraqi Navy’s Boat Purchase Marks Milestone for Coast Guard FMS Program
In October, Coast Guard officials visited Umm Qasr, Iraq, to oversee delivery of the first lot of six new 25-foot response boats. The event marked a milestone in the growth of the service’s foreign military sales business and underscored the FMS program’s benefits to foreign customers and to the Coast Guard. Read more>>
Information About
Resources
Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA)
Defense Institute of Security Assistance Management (DISAM)
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
The Mangement of Security Assistance Textbook
Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)
Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM)
U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)
U.S. Navy International Programs Office
United States European Command (EUCOM)
United States Central Command (CENTCOM)
United States Southern Command (SOUTHCOM)
United States Pacific Command (PACOM)
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