News

MAOC-N recently welcomed the President of the German Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), Holger Münch, to its headquarters. He was hosted by the Executive Director and the Head of Operations of MAOC-N during the visit. The German delegation also included the Head of Division for Serious and Organised Crime at the BKA, Markus Koths. The…

A Nordic delegation recently visited the headquarters of MAOC-N, where they were hosted by the Executive Director. The delegation was led by Kristin Kvigne, Director of the Norwegian National Criminal Investigation Service, and included the National Coordinator for Norway’s NLO (Nordic Liaison Officers). The visit provided an opportunity for both sides to exchange views on…

Earlier this May, the Head of Operations of MAOC-N and the French Liaison Officer at the Centre visited the Maritime Prefecture for the Mediterranean in Toulon and the French Customs headquarters in Marseille. The exchanges focused on the threat represented by maritime drug trafficking in the Mediterranean and the operational response to counter it. The…

MAOC-N extends its deepest condolences to the families and colleagues of the two Guardia Civil officers who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty. The fight against drug trafficking and criminal networks at sea remains dangerous and demanding, requiring exceptional dedication and bravery. Their sacrifice and unwavering commitment to service shall never go…

MAOC-N recently took part in two separate high-level events in Brussels focused on maritime security and the fight against illicit drug trafficking. The first, hosted by the Permanent Representation of Portugal to the European Union, brought together representatives from Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean to discuss cooperation against drug trafficking at sea and support…