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New Patrol Boat Targets Maritime Violations | Bahamas News
The government’s new $300K patrol boat, the Fluid Patrol Cabin 36, is hitting the water to crack down on illegal charters, unregistered vessels, and maritime violations—targeting a $544M industry that’s bleeding revenue. Led by the newly formed Maritime Revenue Unit (launched May 2023), this multi-agency force—police, defense, customs, immigration—has already seized contraband and vehicles, raking in over $10M in its first Bimini operation. Since then, millions more have flowed into coffers, helping fund local governments on the Family Islands. This isn’t just enforcement—it’s a strategic…
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