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    Naval Station Antigua

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    Location

    NS Antigua is location in Vekllei.

    Naval Station Antigua
    Naval Station of Vekllei
    Location Antigua
    Ministry Ministry of Defence
    Operator FED
    Residents Maritime Service Common Navy Air Service Territorial Service

    Naval Station Antigua is a major maritime facility of the Vekllei Maritime Service located in the natural harbour of English Harbour on the southern coast of Antigua. The site has a long history dating back to the 18th century, when it served as a Royal Navy base used to protect fleets from hurricanes and act as a stronghold against piracy and European rivals. Much of the original Georgian naval architecture has been preserved and remains functional within the modern facility.

    The station now operates as a comprehensive naval training centre and operational base, equipped with expanded dry-docks and advanced radar installations. It houses the National Littoral Training School and maintains close ties with neighbouring Caribbean nations, specifically regarding anti-drug trafficking operations. As the primary base for the Commonwealth Kalina Auxiliary Fleet, the station is central to maritime security for the eastern Caribbean approaches.

    National Littoral Training School

    The National Littoral Training School is the national training facility of the Littoral Service in Vekllei, headquartered in a large complex at NS Antigua. It also includes a police detachment operated by the Commonwealth Police College that trains coastal rangers and police divers.

    Resident Common Navy Vessels

    • 2 Mary-Class Hospital Ships
    • 1 Atom-Class Power Plant Ship
    • 1 Converted Dauntless-Class Technical School Ship
    • 1 Angel-Class Aircraft Carrier
    • 1 Mercy-Class Security Ship
    • 1 Peret-Class Supply Ship
    • 1 Anuket-Class Replenishment Ship
    • 1 Converted Dauntless-Class Exhibition Ship

    Resident Maritime Service Vessels (Home Fleet)

    • 4 Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates
    • 4 Assault Ships
    • 1 Coastal Construction Tender
    • 1 Search and Rescue Vessel

    Resident Air Service Squadrons

    • No. 9 Aeromarine Helicopters Wing
    • No. 39 Am. Heli Sqdn. Cenobite
    • No. 4 Aerorifles Wing
    • No. 14 Aerorifles Sqdn.

    Resident Territorial Service Regiments

    • Dorado Guards (Expedition Guards)
      • 2nd Bn.
    • Sugar Guards (Fortress Guards)
      • 2nd Bn.
    • Carib Rifles (Commonwealth Rifles)
      • 1st Bn.
    • Anguilla Rifles (Commonwealth Rifles)
      • 3rd Bn.
    • Marine Commandos