WHAT: Capt. Phillip C. Schifflin will transfer command of Coast Guard Sector New Orleans to Capt. Wayne R. Arguin during a change-of-command ceremony.
WHEN: Friday, July 8, 2016 at 10 a.m.
WHERE: Cruise Ship Terminal, Julie Street Cruise Terminal, 990 Port New Orleans Place, New Orleans, La., 70130
NEW ORLEANS — Schifflin will transfer command during an official change-of-command ceremony at the Julia Street Cruise Terminal, Friday.
Arguin will assume command of Sector New Orleans and the responsibility for operations as Captain of the Port for the Port of New Orleans. Arguin previously served as the Deputy Sector Commander of Sector New Orleans.
The change-of-command ceremony is a time-honored tradition and deeply rooted in Coast Guard and Naval history. The event signifies a total transfer of responsibility, authority and accountability for the command.
Editor's Note: Media attending the ceremony are advised to arrive no later than 9:30 a.m. Friday.