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MAOC (N) Co-Leads Landmark International Conference on Semi-Submersibles in Colombia
MAOC (N) recently co-organised a milestone international conference in Cartagena, Colombia, bringing together over 100 experts from 19 countries to address the growing threat of Semi-Submersible vessels in cross-Atlantic drug trafficking. In partnership with the Colombian Armada Nacional, which has significant operational experience in interdicting semi-submersibles, this three-day event featured workshops, capability demonstrations, and invaluable…
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MAOC-N Strengthens Cooperation with Suriname in the Fight Against International Drug Trafficking
MAOC-N recently visited Suriname to foster closer cooperation in the fight against international drug trafficking. During the visit, MAOC-N’s Executive Director, Sjoerd Top, and the Centre’s Dutch Liaison Officer, were received by Suriname’s Chief of Police, Bryan Isaacs, and the Attorney General, Garcia Paragsingh. Discussions focused on developing a strong and effective partnership between MAOC-N…
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630kg of Cocaine Seized in French-Led Operation Targeting Maritime “Drop Off” Method
A large-scale international operation has led to the seizure of 630 kg of cocaine, the coast of northern France. The drugs were transferred at sea using the “drop off” method, involving a cargo vessel from Brazil and smaller vessels operated by French nationals. The successful operation was the result of a long investigation by French…
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Memorandum of Understanding with Argentinian Ministry of Security
In the last weeks MAOC-N has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Argentinian Ministry of Security with the common objective of enhancing maritime security and preventing maritime illicit drug trafficking. The signature of the MoU took place during the EU CLASI Ministerial Meeting in Brussels in the beginning of March. MAOC-N was represented…
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MAOC-N supports another important seizure by the French Forces in the Caribbean – 1.2 tonnes of cocaine
On March 22, the French forces stationed in the Caribbean conducted a significant anti-drug trafficking operation, which resulted in the seizure of approximately 1,200 kg of cocaine aboard a fishing vessel of Brazilian origin. After the information was shared within the framework of MAOC-N, a French Navy asset was able to locate and intercept the…
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Portuguese Authorities Intercept 6.5 Tonnes of Cocaine on Semi-Submersible in Remarkable Operation in the Atlantic
In an extraordinary operation, Portuguese authorities have successfully intercepted a semi-submersible vessel carrying approximately 6.5 tonnes of cocaine, marking a significant victory in the fight against transnational drug trafficking. The operation, codenamed NAUTILUS, was supported by MAOC-N and involved a swift and coordinated effort between the Portuguese authorities – Judicial Police (PJ), Navy, and Air…
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- MAOC (N) Co-Leads Landmark International Conference on Semi-Submersibles in Colombia
- MAOC-N Strengthens Cooperation with Suriname in the Fight Against International Drug Trafficking
- 630kg of Cocaine Seized in French-Led Operation Targeting Maritime “Drop Off” Method
- Memorandum of Understanding with Argentinian Ministry of Security
- MAOC-N supports another important seizure by the French Forces in the Caribbean – 1.2 tonnes of cocaine
- Portuguese Authorities Intercept 6.5 Tonnes of Cocaine on Semi-Submersible in Remarkable Operation in the Atlantic
- German Authorities Seize 280kg of Cocaine in Oldenburg
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