Our operations
The Swedish Coast Guard's operational management is about how we plan, allocate resources and carry out our mission. It shows how the Government's goals are turned into practical work at sea. It ensures that the agency works effectively as Sweden's civil maritime hub, with a high level of preparedness in a changing world.
The operational management model rests on five central pillars
The Government directly steers the agency through the annual letter of appropriation and through special assignments that can be given at any time during the year . These set out operational requirements, savings requirements or urgent priorities.
The Coast Guard's long-term operational planning extends to 2035. The strategy defines how the agency's own resources and skills must develop in order to meet the demands placed on the agency.
The budget documentation is the agency's annual forecast of its finances and its request to the Government for funding for the next three years. It specifies the exact costs and funding needs for, among other things, new vessels, fuel, IT security and the recruitment of new staff.
It ensures democratic transparency and invites external expertise. The council acts as an advisory support to the Director General and strengthens transparency in the agency's decision-making.
This is the formal financial and operational final report submitted to the Government in February each year. It shows exactly how the allocated funds have been used.
Internal audit
Internal audit is an independent function directly under the Director General. It consists of a Head of Internal Audit. Its task is to independently review the Coast Guard's internal governance and control and to propose improvements. It also gives advice and support to the Director General. The work is based on an annual audit plan with a clear link to the agency's mission. The Director General decides on the plan.
