PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – The U.S. Coast Guard announced it will welcome the Reliance-class medium endurance cutter USCGC Venturous (WMEC 625) to its new homeport in Portsmouth on July 10. This marks the first of two medium endurance cutters transitioning to Virginia this month, with the USCGC Resolute (WMEC 620) scheduled to rehome to Base Portsmouth next week.
The 210-foot Venturous will be strategically positioned to execute critical maritime operations throughout the Atlantic Area, according to a release from the U.S. Coast Guard.
This relocation will enhance the Coast Guard’s ability to conduct missions in the region.
The Coast Guard Cutter Venturous was commissioned on Aug. 16, 1968. The Venturous motto is “Nemo Supra,” which translates to None Better…