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  • New Zealand Customs Chief Executive Visits MAOC-N Headquarters

    New Zealand Customs Chief Executive Visits MAOC-N Headquarters

    MAOC-N was pleased to welcome Christine Stevenson, Chief Executive of New Zealand Customs, to its Headquarters for discussions on strengthening cooperation in the maritime enforcement domain. The visit reflects the growing relationship between New Zealand Customs and MAOC-N, building on recent operational cooperation and a shared commitment to tackling transnational organised crime. During her visit,…

  • Belgian Ambassador Visits MAOC (N) Headquarters

    Belgian Ambassador Visits MAOC (N) Headquarters

    On 5 September 2025, the MAOC (N) Executive Director hosted the Ambassador of Belgium to Portugal, H.E. Bart Lammens, at the Centre’s headquarters in Lisbon. The visit also marked the official start of duty of the new Belgian Liaison Officer to MAOC (N), Evert de Trogh, who took up his post on 1 September. Also…

  • The Belgian Drug Commissioner Visits MAOC-N

    The Belgian Drug Commissioner Visits MAOC-N

    The Belgian Drug Commissioner, Mme Ine Van Wymersch, visited the Centre following Belgium’s official accession to MAOC-N in July 2024. During the visit, the Commissioner and her delegation received a comprehensive briefing on the Centre’s activities, as well as the latest developments and trends in maritime drug trafficking. The meeting also provided a valuable opportunity…

  • Divers from the Brazilian Federal Police find 114 kg of cocaine supported by MAOC (N).

    Divers from the Brazilian Federal Police find 114 kg of cocaine supported by MAOC (N).

    On August 24th, a MAOC (N) supported operation carried out by the Brazilian Federal Police led to the seizure of 114 kg of cocaine, which was stuck to the hull of a vessel anchored at the Port of Santos, São Paulo. The vessel had left Argentina and was bound for Spain when it was searched.…

  • French Authorities Seize 2114 Kg of Cannabis Resin from a Sailing Vessel

    French Authorities Seize 2114 Kg of Cannabis Resin from a Sailing Vessel

    On the 21st of August, a Norwegian-flagged sailing vessel named HOLD FAST II arrived in Cherbourg, France, and was immediately subjected to a deep search by the French Customs (DNRED). On board, the French authorities were able to find over 2 tonnes of cannabis resin, distributed among 56 bales. The crew of the HOLD FAST…

  • MAOC-N supports international operation resulting in the dismantling of an important criminal organisation

    MAOC-N supports international operation resulting in the dismantling of an important criminal organisation

    In December 2023, with the support of MAOC-N, the French Navy intercepted a sailing vessel that had departed from the Caribbean and was sailing in the Atlantic towards Europe, loaded with approximately 1.3 tonnes of cocaine. Subsequent investigations made it possible to find links to a criminal organisation that was already being investigated in several…

  • MAOC-N Spotlighted in TF1 Documentary on Atlantic Cocaine Routes

    MAOC-N Spotlighted in TF1 Documentary on Atlantic Cocaine Routes

    TF1, a widely known French news and TV channel, has featured MAOC-N in their latest documentary shedding light on the cocaine routes within the Atlantic. This documentary highlights the Centre’s collaborative efforts and expertise in combating drug trafficking in the region, underscoring the importance of MAOC-N’s role in addressing such challenges. TF1’s full video and…

  • U.S Senator Kyrsten Sinema visits MAOC-N

    U.S Senator Kyrsten Sinema visits MAOC-N

    Kyrsten Lea Sinema, a senior United States senator from Arizona, was recently welcomed by the Executive Director of MAOC-N at its Headquarters in Lisbon, to discuss issues related to border security and international counterdrug efforts. During her visit to MAOC-N, the Senator was briefed on some of the Centre’s current operations – with a particular…

  • Executive Director of MAOC-N visits FRONTEX HQ

    Executive Director of MAOC-N visits FRONTEX HQ

    The Executive Director of MAOC-N, Sjoerd Top, recently visited the headquarters of the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (FRONTEX) in Warsaw, Poland. The visit aimed at enhancing collaboration in maritime security and combating international organized crime. Discussions focused on sharing insights and intelligence and on strengthening joint operations against transnational criminal networks. The visit…

  • Ms. Floriana Sipala, Head of the Organised Crime and Drugs Policy Unit at The European Commission DG Home and Migration Office, visits MAOC-N

    Ms. Floriana Sipala, Head of the Organised Crime and Drugs Policy Unit at The European Commission DG Home and Migration Office, visits MAOC-N

    Last week, the Executive Director, the Head of Operations and the Analyst Team Leader of MAOC-N hosted the European Commission Head of the Organised Crime and Drugs Policy Unit, Ms. Floriana Sipala, at the Centre’s headquarters in Lisbon. The visit of Ms. Sipala marks a pivotal step towards strengthening the cooperation between MAOC-N and the…

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