MALAYSIA

MRSC Kuantan (MMEA)

Last verified: 14 October 2026

EMERGENCY

Call 999

Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Second 24-hour line (MRSC Kuantan): +60 9 571 7368. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF 16 · DSC 70.

Area

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

Source

malaysia.gov.my · authority: use the public emergency number · checked 2026-10-14
malaysia.gov.my/en/categories/safety-and-community/public-safety/mers-999-emergency-line (“The main agencies connected through NG MERS 999 are: … Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency”); MRCC/MRSC lines: ICAO APSAR/WG/8 IP/06 “Malaysia Search and Rescue Update” (presented by Malaysia, 2023)

Frequently asked

What is the phone number of MRSC Kuantan (MMEA)?

Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Second 24-hour line (MRSC Kuantan): +60 9 571 7368.

Which waters does MRSC Kuantan (MMEA) cover?

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

Neighbouring rescue centres

MRCC Putrajaya (MMEA) 109 nm MRSC Johor Bahru (MMEA) 143 nm MRCC Singapore (MPA POCC) 155 nm MRSC Langkawi (MMEA) 257 nm MRSC Kuching (MMEA) 442 nm MRCC Region III (Vũng Tàu) 452 nm

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