New 150-metre jetty strengthens Seychelles Coast Guard operations |08 July 2026

President Herminie and Major General Rosette unveiling the plaque to inaugurate the new jetty

The Seychelles Coast Guard (SCG) has marked a major milestone in strengthening the nation’s maritime security with the inauguration of a new 150-metre jetty at Ile Perseverance on June 29.

The official ceremony was led by President Patrick Herminie, accompanied by Chief of Defence Forces Major General Michael Rosette, underscoring the strategic importance of the facility for national defence and maritime operations.

Construction of the jetty began in mid-2025 and was completed in June 2026, following approximately one year of work.

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