Coastal Trident

The Coastal Trident Program

The Coastal Trident Program was established by the Port of Hueneme and the Naval Postgraduate School’s Center for Asymmetric Warfare as a comprehensive training and exercise program for the Port of Hueneme.

Since its inception in 2007, numerous exercises have been conducted and Coastal Trident has evolved into a regional maritime security and response program, enabled by operational evaluation of leading-edge technology systems, with participation by approximately 90 organizations and departments.

The Coastal Trident regional training and exercise program is tangible evidence of the commitment of the Port of Hueneme and the emergency response community in Southern California to ensure public safety and security in the region. This is done through collaborative partnerships and cutting-edge technology demonstration that will assist in enabling an effective response to any emergency.

People in life vests standing on a coastal dock observe a drone hovering above water, with construction cranes and buildings in the background.

Exercises Goals and Objectives

The Coastal Trident Regional Maritime Security and Response Program is intended to explore the homeland security, homeland defense, emergency response, and emergency management issues presented by the threat of mines and water-borne improvised explosive devices (WBIEDs) to port and maritime operations. The following overarching goals have been identified by the exercise planning team to achieve this intent:

  • Reinforce federal, state, local government, and private sector partnerships
  • Evaluate interoperable systems to enhance homeland security, homeland defense, emergency response, and emergency management capabilities at the local, state, and federal levels
  • Strengthen existing emergency response and management plans, systems, and capabilities in order to broaden applicability to the full spectrum of emergencies
  • Identify future planning, training, and exercise needs related to the multi-jurisdictional response to a regional emergency

Past Coastal Trident Events and Exercises

A diver wearing full scuba gear is jumping into the coastal waters from a dock on a sunny day. The dock and harbor facilities are visible in the background.

What's New at the Port

A woman plays mini-golf outdoors, watched by three people, as she puts towards a ramp adorned with large dice. Nearby, discussions buzz about the $3.935 million state grant for the Port of Hueneme, part of California's port data partnership program ramping up progress statewide.

CAREGIVERS “Chari-Tee” Putt Putt Golf Tournament: A Celebration of Charity, Community, and Creativity

November 23, 2024

For further information contact: Port of Hueneme Contact: Adam Vega Community Outreach & Legislative Specialist avega@Portofh.org City of Port Hueneme Contact: James Vega City Manager jvega@ci.port-hueneme.ca.us (805)986-6518   [PORT HUENEME,…

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Under green tents, people distribute boxes and bags at an outdoor event, celebrating the $3.935 million state grant for Port of Hueneme as the Governor ramps up California's Port Data Partnership Program.

Rain or Shine, The Port of Hueneme Continues “Committed to Community” with Turkey and Food Drive

November 23, 2024

Contact: Letitia Austin Public & Government Relations Manager laustin@portofh.org     [PORT HUENEME, CA] – The Port of Hueneme hosted a food drive at Southwinds Park alongside community partners Lujan Transportation Services, Lucha Inc.,…

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Silhouetted cranes and ships at a harbor during sunset, with a calm water surface and a few birds in the sky, set the scene as the Port of Hueneme embraces new horizons with a $3.935 million state grant under California's expanded Port Data Partnership Program.

Building Bridges – Port of Hueneme and Port of Paita Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Establish a Sister Port Relationship

November 14, 2024

Download Press Release Contact: Letitia Austin Public & Government Relations Manager laustin@portofh.org     [PORT HUENEME, CA] – The Port of Hueneme, California and the Port of Paita, Peru are…

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