PMSA BASE GWADAR

INTRODUCTION 

     PMSA Base Gwadar was established in 1991 to regulate fishing activities and to act as logistic Base for PMSA craft at Gwadar Fish Harbour. A limited number of staff with single Howra boat was deployed at the Fish Harbour to achieve the objective. With the passage of time the infrastructure was expanded. Presently PMSA Base Gwadar is adequately equipped in terms of equipment and personnel to undertake assigned responsibilities in an efficient manner. The Base has been assigned an area of responsibility of 80 NM along the coast extending from Iranian border to Ras Shamal Bandar. Furthermore, responsibility of seaward security of the Gwadar Port (East Bay) has also been assigned to the Base.

 ROLES/TASKS

·       Keep the entire AOR under effective surveillance through regular patrolling

·       Plan and conduct anti smuggling operation either independently or in coordination with other PMSA ships at sea

·       Prevent unauthorized exploitation of resources within the AOR through use of banned fishing nets and other illegal practices

·      Plan and conduct Search & Rescue operation for vessels, property and lives in distress and render assistance within AOR

·        Report and investigate all cases of marine pollution within AOR

·       Takeover and handle the matter of vessels impounded by any PMSA unit at sea or by the Base itself due to her involvement in any illegal activity

·        Provide Seaward Security cover to  Gwadar Port