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German Navy now leads all maritime operations of the Bundeswehr The Inspector of the Navy Vice Admiral Jan-Christian Kaack with the Commander Task ...
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Rheinmetall ship simulators for naval training
Rheinmetall to supply new ship simulators for naval training In 2024, the defence and technology group Rheinmetall has ordered the first of seven simulation systems for ...
Combat swimmers under new leadership
On Wednesday, 26 March 2025 at 1 p.m., the commander of Operational Flotilla 1, Flotilla Admiral Christian Walter Meyer, will hand over the ...
The wreck seekers from the Atair
The Federal Maritime and Hydrographic Agency plays a key role in ensuring safety in German waters. Divers from the ...
Tender Danube in Wismar
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Gulf of Mexico: From missile war to combating migration
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"Rügen": Customs fleet with new operational vessel
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USA bans "Chinese military companies"
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