COMDTINST 16122.2B — Management Of The Automated Mutual Assistance Vessel Rescue (amver) Program

COMDTINST 16122.2B governs Coast Guard policy for managing and operating the Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue (AMVER) Program.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 16122.2B
  • Title: MANAGEMENT OF THE AUTOMATED MUTUAL ASSISTANCE VESSEL RESCUE (AMVER) PROGRAM
  • Date: 3/3/2023
  • Proponent: CG-SAR

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The publication describes AMVER as a worldwide voluntary ship-reporting system supporting Coast Guard and international search and rescue operations. It establishes requirements for ship participation information, voyage plans, position updates, arrival reports, and AMVER information protection.

Applies to: This Instruction applies to the management, operation, and sustainment of the AMVER system.

Topics covered

  • Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue Program
  • Search and rescue operations
  • Ship participation
  • Voyage reporting
  • AMVER information protection
  • AMVER awards

Questions and answers

Who uses COMDTINST 16122.2B?

Intended users of this Instruction are all Coast Guard commands using and/or supporting the AMVER system. (paragraph 5)

Which ships can participate in AMVER?

Participation is open to ships of all maritime flag states. (paragraph 5)

Does AMVER participation create an additional duty to assist in search and rescue?

Participating in AMVER does not put ships under any additional obligation to assist in a SAR response beyond that which is required under international law. (paragraph 5)

Is ship participation in AMVER mandatory?

Ship participation is voluntary unless mandated by the flag state, shipping company, or other authority.

What information must participating ships provide through AMVER?

Participating ships provide information on their SAR capabilities through the AMVER website using the SAR Questionnaire (SAR-Q).

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