UNITED KINGDOM · CALL SIGN “ABERDEEN COASTGUARD”

Aberdeen Coastguard

Last verified: 10 October 2026

EMERGENCY

Call 999

Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF 16 · DSC 70.

Area

Waters of United Kingdom, approximately. See it on the rescue map →

Source

gov.uk · authority: use the public emergency number · checked 2026-10-10
gov.uk/guidance/hm-coastguard-rescue-coordination-centre-contact-details — “in an emergency call 999 and ask for the Coastguard”

Frequently asked

What is the phone number of Aberdeen Coastguard?

Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.

What is the radio call sign of Aberdeen Coastguard?

“Aberdeen Coastguard”. Distress calls go on VHF channel 16 (MAYDAY) or as a DSC distress alert on channel 70.

Which waters does Aberdeen Coastguard cover?

The waters of United Kingdom drawn on the VesselSOS rescue map (approximate). The VesselSOS app picks the responsible centre from your GPS position.

Neighbouring rescue centres

Stornoway Coastguard 152 nm Shetland Coastguard 183 nm Belfast Coastguard 191 nm Humber Coastguard 194 nm MRSC Malin Head 205 nm Holyhead Coastguard 246 nm

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