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⚓ Sector San Juan · 33 CFR §3.35-25

North Coast
Harbor Safety
& Security Committee

Voluntary maritime stakeholder forum for the Port of San Juan and north coast waterways of Puerto Rico — coordinating safety, efficiency, and environmental protection through partnership.

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NCHSSC
Port of San Juan

About the NCHSSC

Overview
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Geographic Scope

North coast of Puerto Rico, primary focus on the Port of San Juan and all navigable waterways within COTP Sector San Juan's north coast zone.

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Our Mission

Inclusive, transparent forum for port stakeholders to develop collaborative solutions improving safety, efficiency, and security of our waterways.

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Governing Framework

Operating under NVIC 01-25 (USCG, January 2025), developing formal bylaws and a Harbor Safety Plan tailored to Puerto Rico's maritime community.

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Why It Matters

80–90% of Puerto Rico's consumer goods arrive by sea. The NCHSSC ensures the port community operates safely and collaboratively to maintain this lifeline.

Meetings

Schedule
May
29
2025

Safe Navigation Subcommittee — Monthly Meeting

🕑 2:00 PM AST💻 Virtual — Microsoft Teams🗂 Agenda: 7 days prior
DateBodyFormatAgenda
May 29, 2025Safe Navigation SubcommitteeVirtual – TeamsPending
Jun 26, 2025Safe Navigation SubcommitteeVirtual – TeamsTBD
Q3 2025Full Committee MeetingHybrid – TBDTBD
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Additional minutes posted following approval.

#Action ItemOwnerDueStatus
AI-001Finalize Draft Bylaws for member reviewManaging BoardQ3 2025In Progress
AI-002Obtain remaining signatures for Setback Deviation letterNatalia LópezQ3 2025In Progress
AI-003Launch SharePoint portalZayara Rivera / N. LópezQ3 2025In Progress
AI-004Collect Port of San Juan depth/capacity dataArturo GinésQ4 2025Pending
AI-005Develop Harbor Safety Plan working group charterManaging BoardQ4 2025Pending

Subcommittees

Working Groups
SubcommitteeFocus AreasMeetsStatus
⚓ Safe NavigationVessel traffic, setback deviations, aids to navigation, Harbor Safety Plan, Med MooringMonthly – Last ThursdayActive
🚨 Emergency PreparednessPort emergency response, FEMA coordination, tabletop exercisesTBDForming
🔒 CybersecurityUSCG Cybersecurity Rule (eff. July 2025), Facility Security Plan integrationTBDForming
🌿 EnvironmentalEnvironmental protection, alternative fuels, dredging, waterway stewardshipTBDForming
📣 Membership & OutreachMember recruitment, succession planning, educational programmingTBDForming

News & Updates

Latest
AUG 2025
Admin

Draft Bylaws Circulated for Member Review

Version 1.0 of the NCHSSC Draft Bylaws is open for review and comment before the next Full Committee meeting.

JUL 2025
Navigation

Safe Navigation Subcommittee Holds Inaugural Formal Meeting

Captain Javier Figueroa presented on the PR Pilot Commission and recent emergency dredging coordination at Bahía de Las Mareas.

JAN 2025
Federal

USCG Issues NVIC 01-25: Updated HSC Guidance

New Coast Guard circular supersedes NVIC 01-00. The NCHSSC is aligning its governance framework with this updated national guidance.

Documents & Resources

Library

NCHSSC Documents

Federal References

Our Members

Participants

Industry Government

Tote MarineContainer Shipping
Oceanic Agency / IPTTerminal Operations
Moran TowingTug & Tow
Sandy TugsHarbor Services
Caribbean Shipping Co.Cargo Shipping
PRMGMaritime Group
NFEEnergy / LNG
USCG Sector San JuanFederal – Non-Voting
PR Ports AuthorityState – Non-Voting
PR Pilot CommissionRegulatory – Non-Voting
Want to join the NCHSSC?

Open to any organization with an interest in Puerto Rico's north coast waterways. No fees required. Contact us to enroll →

🏰 Puerto Rico North Coast

Guardians of the
San Juan Harbor

From Castillo San Felipe del Morro to the modern container terminals of the Port of San Juan — the north coast waterways have been a lifeline for Puerto Rico for centuries. The NCHSSC carries forward that legacy of maritime stewardship.

80–90%
of PR goods by sea
500+
years of maritime history
~50
NCHSSC participants

Contact & Connect

Get Involved

Committee Contact

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Secretary, NCHSSCsecretary@nchssc.org (placeholder)
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Co-ChairEnrique Figueroa – Tote Marine
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Safe Navigation SubcommitteeEnrique Figueroa / Natalia López
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USCG Sector San JuanCOTP Zone · 33 CFR §3.35-25

📢 Next Meeting:
Safe Navigation Subcommittee
Last Thursday of each month · 2:00 PM AST · Virtual (Teams)

NCHSSC · Managing Board

Committee Leadership

Officers and managing board of the North Coast Harbor Safety & Security Committee.

Managing Board – Organizational Structure

President Managing Board Chair · Principal Spokesperson
VP – Gov. AffairsActing Chair in Absence
VP – Maritime SafetySafety Subcommittees
VP – Maritime SecuritySecurity Subcommittees
SecretaryRecords & Comms
TreasurerTBD
At-Large – Seat 1Vacant
At-Large – Seat 2Vacant
⚠️ Pending Confirmation: President and VP – Government Affairs positions are marked TBC. Treasurer and At-Large seats are currently vacant pending formal elections.

Managing Board Members

Leadership Team
JR
Jose Rosario TBC
Pending Confirmation
President
Duties:Presides over Full Committee meetings; serves as principal spokesperson for NCHSSC; coordinates directly with USCG COTP; leads the Managing Board.
Managing Board
OM
Omar Marrero TBC
Pending Confirmation
VP – Government Affairs
Duties:Assumes President's duties in absence; oversees subcommittee coordination; supports member engagement and recruitment; liaises with government agency stakeholders.
Government Liaison
SM
Shakira Mosquera
NFE
VP – Maritime Safety
Duties:Leads safety-related subcommittees and working groups; monitors port safety conditions and emerging issues; coordinates with USCG and local safety agencies.
Safety Subcommittees
JP
Jennie Perez
[Organization – TBD]
VP – Maritime Security
Duties:Leads security-related subcommittees and working groups; coordinates port security matters with relevant agencies; oversees AMSC-related activities and restricted matters.
Security Subcommittees
ZR
Zayara Rivera
NCHSSC
Secretary
Duties:Manages membership roster and distribution list; drafts and circulates meeting agendas and minutes; coordinates meeting logistics and venue; manages websites & public outreach.
Administration
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Vacant
Position Open
Treasurer
Manages NCHSSC funds (if applicable); maintains financial records; reports on budget at each Full Committee meeting.
Administration
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Vacant
Position Open
At-Large Member – Seat 1
Represents diverse stakeholder perspectives; supports Managing Board initiatives; fills gaps as needed.
Managing Board
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Vacant
Position Open
At-Large Member – Seat 2
Represents diverse stakeholder perspectives; supports Managing Board initiatives; fills gaps as needed.
Managing Board
TBC positions are pending formal election and bylaw adoption.

Interested in a leadership role? Contact the Managing Board →

NCHSSC · Partner Resources

Agency & Partner Links

Federal, state, and regional agency websites relevant to Puerto Rico's maritime community.

🏛️ Federal Maritime, Safety & Security Agencies

U.S. Coast Guard
Sector San Juan · COTP Zone
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MARAD
Maritime Administration · USDOT
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CBP – Customs & Border Protection
Port entry · cargo security
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Federal Maritime Commission
Ocean shipping regulation
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NTSB
National Transportation Safety Board
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U.S. Dept. of State – OES
Oceans & international maritime policy
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🔬 Environmental, Science & Infrastructure

NOAA
Charts, weather, environmental data
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Harbor channels · dredging · navigation
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EPA – Region 2 / Caribbean
Environmental protection · Puerto Rico
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FEMA Region 2
Emergency management · PR & USVI
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CMTS
Committee on the Marine Transportation System
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NOAA Nautical Charts
Navigation charts · Port of San Juan
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🇵🇷 Puerto Rico Government & Local Agencies

PR Ports Authority
Autoridad de los Puertos de Puerto Rico
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PR Pilot Commission
Comisión de Practicaje de Puerto Rico
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PR Dept. of State
Departamento de Estado
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Government of Puerto Rico
Portal oficial · www.pr.gov
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🌍 International & Industry Organizations

International Maritime Organization
IMO · UN maritime safety body
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IALA
Aids to Navigation standards
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IAPH
International Assoc. of Ports & Harbors
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HSC National Steering Team
National HSC coordination · CGWWM@uscg.mil
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💡 Suggest a link: Know of a local agency or maritime resource that should appear here? Contact us →
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Restricted Access
Area Maritime Security Committee
⚠️ This section contains Sensitive Security Information (SSI) restricted to vetted AMSC members with a current NDA on file. Unauthorized access attempts are logged.
⛔ Invalid credentials. Access denied. This attempt has been logged.
Access restricted to vetted AMSC members per NVIC 09-02 (series).
NDA required · Managed by the Federal Maritime Security Coordinator
USCG Sector San Juan · To request access: CGWWM@uscg.mil
SESSION ACTIVE Member: — —
🔴 SSI — SENSITIVE SECURITY INFORMATION — NOT FOR PUBLIC RELEASE

Area Maritime Security Committee

AMSC · Sector San Juan · Members-Only Collaboration Portal

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Handling Notice: Documents and information in this section are designated Sensitive Security Information (SSI) under 49 CFR Part 1520. Unauthorized disclosure is prohibited. Handle, store, and transmit accordingly.

Restricted Documents

Members Only
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Area Maritime Security Plan

Current AMSP for Sector San Juan AOR

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MTS Recovery Plan

Port recovery procedures and priority cargo protocols

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Salvage Response Plan

Salvage coordination and vessel casualty response

🔴 SSI – Restricted
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Cybersecurity Annex

Maritime cybersecurity incident protocols (33 CFR 105)

🔴 SSI – Restricted
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Emergency Communications Plan

Interagency comms and notification procedures

🔴 SSI – Restricted
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AMSC Meeting Minutes

Previous AMSC meeting records and action items

🔴 SSI – Restricted

AMSC Member Directory

Vetted Members
Member / AgencyRole on AMSCNDA StatusContact
USCG Sector San JuanFederal Maritime Security Coordinator (FMSC) — ChairN/A – FederalClassified
[Member – TBD]Industry RepresentativeNDA ON FILE[on file]
[Member – TBD]Port Authority RepresentativeNDA ON FILE[on file]
[Member – TBD]Terminal OperatorNDA ON FILE[on file]
Additional members listed in the classified annex

Upcoming AMSC Sessions

Schedule
DateSessionFormatClassification
[TBD]AMSC Full Committee MeetingIn-Person – Classified VenueSSI
[TBD]Cybersecurity Working GroupHybrid – Secure LineSSI

AMSC meetings are not open to the public per MTSA and NVIC 09-02. Invitations distributed via secure channels.

Request AMSC Membership

AMSC membership is restricted and vetted per NVIC 09-02. To request consideration, contact USCG Sector San Juan. An NDA and full vetting process are required before access is granted.

✉️ Request Access via USCG