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The largest naval exercise in the world

The largest naval exercise in the world

Gepostet von | 25 Dec 2024 | , , | 0

At the end of June, the biennial multinational manoeuvre Rimpac took place on and in the waters around Hawaii. German Navy ships took part for the first time. A total of 29 nations with around 25,000 people took part in the Rimpac 2024 exercise, which was led by the US Navy. Vice Admiral John Wade, the commanding officer of the US 3rd Fleet, was in overall command as Combined Task Force Commander. In addition to the American armed forces, the navies of various Pacific littoral states took part, from Australia, Ecuador and Indonesia to Japan and Peru. A number of "non-local" nations also took part: Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, France, Great Britain, India, Israel, Italy,...

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How a childish idea catches on

How a childish idea catches on

Gepostet von | 24 Dec 2024 | , , | 0

In a bureaucracy, few things are as persistent as bureaucracy. Now the flood of bureaucracy is to be reduced with the help of bureaucratic de-bureaucratisation processes. The idea came from an office administrator at the Ministry of Defence working from home. She was fed up with emails and her nagging three-year-old, who asked how much money mum got for each email. Bingo! What if you made administrative work subject to a fee? Administration, staff work, rules of procedure? It should ensure standardised, regulated action in the management of authorities. This can be as complicated as you like, and terribly compartmentalised - broken down into processes. They are also called processes, who wants to proceed? In terms of content, decisions on matters of principle, draft legislation and the management of...

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Fleet expansion Down Under

Fleet expansion Down Under

Gepostet von | 10 Dec 2024 | , , | 0

Australia is planning to double the strength of its navy. This will create the largest fleet since the Second World War. The Australian Navy published the details of its new fleet construction plan in February. According to the plan, the navy is to be significantly expanded and modernised. The aim is to maintain the country's ability to deal with regional and global threats to its interests and general security. This includes not least the ability to operate fully within a multinational framework - especially in co-operation with the USA, Japan and European partners - and to contribute to collective protection. At the heart of Australia's defence planning is the increasingly aggressive posture...

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Cyber security in modern harbours

Cyber security in modern harbours

Gepostet von | 6 Dec 2024 | , , | 0

Digital transformation has found its way into ports and shipping, simplifying many processes. With global trade heavily dependent on the integrity of this industry, it is time to give cyber defence its due. The maritime industry, and port operations in particular, are facing a considerable backlog in the area of cyber security. Due to the increasing digitalisation of port activities, the vulnerability of the industry has been exposed by the lack of robust cyber defences, coupled with inadequate incident response planning and a shortage of skilled personnel in the IT and operational technology departments of port authorities. These shortcomings and the critical nature of port operations for...

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Digitalisation leap in marine radio

Digitalisation leap in marine radio

Gepostet von | 5 Dec 2024 | , , , | 0

The world of work is changing rapidly through the use of artificial intelligence. There are many opportunities for its use, especially in the maritime environment. Today's "digital" maritime radio systems are a safety-relevant component and feature tried-and-tested, robust technology that works reliably over long distances. They are therefore essential, as mobile radio networks are no longer available just a few kilometres from the coast. However, connection quality varies depending on the distance between transmitter and receiver and the height of the antennas used, and can be further impaired by local weather conditions. Then there is the "noise" of radios and noisy ship operations from propulsion, cooling and ventilation systems...

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