On 1 September 2021, the task force provider left its home base in Wilhelmshaven to join Operation IRINI as part of the European Union Naval Forces Mediterranean (EUNAFVOR MED). The 220 soldiers on board include military police and an 11-strong boarding team from the sea battalion in Eckernförde. Two Sea Lynx helicopters will provide situational awareness...
German shipyards have established themselves in lucrative niche markets with innovations and expertise. A visit to Abeking & Rasmussen in Lemwerder. Months ago, I wrote that a trip on the Lower Weser arouses the sailor's curiosity to take a look inside the halls that line the shore. There, where...
Since the beginning of the 1990s, the Bundeswehr has been aligned with the changing security policy challenges. During this process, the number of naval posts has been reduced from around 30,000 to the current figure of around 15,000, while the number of floating and flying weapons systems has fallen from around 380 to around 110. At the same time, the intensity of operations for the...
The Super Hornet has been flying for the US Navy since 1999. Now a state-of-the-art version with the designation Block III is being launched. The US Navy plans to introduce the latest version of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet into operational service in the middle of this year. Since May 2020, the...
Mane obviligo If the passage of Russian nuclear submarines caused a furore, the entry of the Iranian navy's largest ship into the Baltic Sea accompanied by an Iranian frigate is no less so. For weeks, ship spotters have been following the course of two Iranian naval units with different interpretations of their destination. In the morning...
The Gorch Fock's time in the shipyard lasted almost six years. Why the sail training ship is still indispensable for training in the navy. This article should actually be unnecessary, as knowledge of the purpose and benefits of maritime and nautical training is part of the self-image of every naval officer. The discussions of recent years...
An important part of the training at the Mürwik Naval Academy is the newly introduced military sailing training. This makes the modern Sunbeam boats irreplaceable aids. A lot has happened in the boat harbour at Mürwik Naval Academy in 2020. Firstly, seven new service sailboats were put into use at the MSM last summer (see MarineForum 10/2020), while at the same...
In the 21st century, the relevance of practical on-board training is perhaps more important than ever. With the right mix of different approaches, officer candidates should be inspired for their future work. "If you want to build a ship, don't start by collecting wood, cutting planks and organising the work. But...
Leadership is at the centre of training at the Mürwik Naval Academy. The aim is to inspire officers and officer cadets for their future work by focussing largely on practical experience. The manoeuvre whistle blows loudly through the harbour shortly after the departure and safety briefing has been held at the manoeuvre stations. The ship is ready to sail...
Even in turbulent times, Spain relies on a strong military alliance to meet maritime challenges. An interview with the inspector of the Spanish Navy, Admiral Antonio Martorell Lacave. Mr Admiral, first of all, congratulations on your new position! It is a great honour for us to interview you. Also the...
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