Maritime prefecture, maritime zone and maritime district

➡️ The maritime prefect for the Atlantic (PREMAR) is the direct representative of the Prime Minister and each member of the government, in the administrative and operational organization of the State action at sea. ➡️ The Chief Commander for the Atlantic... More

➡️ The maritime prefect for the Atlantic (PREMAR) is the direct representative of the Prime Minister and each member of the government, in the administrative and operational organization of the State action at sea. ➡️ The Chief Commander for the Atlantic (CECLANT) exercises operational control over French air and sea forces deployed in the Atlantic maritime zone, under the orders of the French Armed Forces Chief of Staff. ⚓️ This dual role has been held by Vice-Admiral Jean-François Quérat since August 2023. Less