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Spanish authorities arrest several members of an organisation dedicated to maritime drug trafficking
A joint operation conducted by the Spanish Customs’ Surveillance service and National Police has resulted in a significant blow against a Spanish based organised crime group, responsible for introducing several tons of cocaine in Europe by sea. This large investigation started in 2022, after 1165 Kg of cocaine were found inside a sailing vessel which…
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Italian Authorities Seize 150kg of Cocaine Near Ravenna, with Support from MAOC-N
On the morning of April 17th, 2024, a bulk carrier named ACACIA, flying the flag of the Marshall Islands, was boarded by the Italian Guardia di Finanza and the Ravenna State Police near the port of Ravenna, Italy. During this operation, which was carried out in difficult weather and sea conditions, the GDF divers found…
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The Swedish Ambassador to Portugal, Elisabeth Eklund, visits the Centre’s Headquarters in Lisbon
On 18/04/2024, the Executive Director of MAOC-N hosted the Swedish Ambassador to Portugal, Elisabeth Eklund, at the Centre’s Headquarters in Lisbon. Ms Eklund, who is also Ambassador to Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau and São Tomé and Príncipe, was briefed by one of the analysts on some of the Centre’s past and current operations, with an emphasis…
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Spanish and Portuguese Authorities Dismantle Important Criminal Group Dedicated to International Drug Trafficking
In a significant victory against organised crime, Spanish and Portuguese authorities have joined forces under operation GRAJUELA, successfully intercepting 627Kg of cocaine on board a “go-fast” boat operating in the Strait of Gibraltar. Alongside this cocaine haul, law enforcement authorities also seized a significant quantity of cash, vehicles and speedboats, as well as communications and…
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Commander in Chief of French Forces in the Atlantic visits MAOC-N
Vice-Admiral Jean-François Querat, Maritime Prefect and Commander in Chief of French forces in the Atlantic, recently paid a visit to MAOC-N alongside his staff. During the meeting, the Vice-Admiral had the opportunity to delve into the operations conducted at the Centre and the cooperation efforts among partner countries aimed at combatting international organised crime in…
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MAOC-N awarded the “Nécora de Oro” by the Fundación Gallega Contra El Narcotrafico
On April 5th, 2024, MAOC (N) was awarded the “Nécora de Oro” ⚜️ at the Annual Gala of the Fundación Galega Contra o Narcotrafico in Galicia, Spain. This award is given annually by the Fundación in recognition of the work carried out by different people and entities in the fight against drug trafficking. The Executive…
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- Spanish authorities arrest several members of an organisation dedicated to maritime drug trafficking
- Italian Authorities Seize 150kg of Cocaine Near Ravenna, with Support from MAOC-N
- The Swedish Ambassador to Portugal, Elisabeth Eklund, visits the Centre’s Headquarters in Lisbon
- Spanish and Portuguese Authorities Dismantle Important Criminal Group Dedicated to International Drug Trafficking
- Commander in Chief of French Forces in the Atlantic visits MAOC-N
- MAOC-N awarded the “Nécora de Oro” by the Fundación Gallega Contra El Narcotrafico
- MAOC-N Supports French Seizure of 894kg of Cocaine off the Coast of West Africa
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