Category: Security policy

Japan-US co-operation in the Pacific

Japan-US co-operation in the Pacific

Gepostet von | 15 Jun 2021 | , , , | 1

The Japanese landing ship Shimokita was able to train with US units for two days. In the Philippine Sea, the 8900-ton displacement Osumi-class ship joined the Americans to practice various manoeuvres and procedures on a binational level. On the first day, the lead ship, the USS America, conducted cross-deck transfers with the V-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft and tactical manoeuvres. A hovercraft (LCAC) from the USS New Orleans successfully entered the well deck of the Shimokita, and in return the Japanese LCAC made a detour to the USS Germantown. At the end, the opportunity for a photex was not to be missed. The three participating US amphibious ships...

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Corvette Braunschweig on UN mission

Corvette Braunschweig on UN mission

Gepostet von | 13 Jun 2021 | , , , | 0

Due to the pandemic-related situation, the departure took place in private and without ceremony. The commander of the 1st Corvette Squadron, Frigate Captain Florian Feld (45), explained: "It was with a heavy heart that we decided to take this step. However, the safety of all involved has the highest priority".
In addition to the German blue helmets, ships and boats from Brazil, Greece, Bangladesh, Indonesia and Turkey are also involved in the UN mission in the Mediterranean. The main task of the marines will be maritime surveillance. This also includes co-operation with the Lebanese authorities and training the Lebanese navy in coastal protection. Since the beginning of the year, the entire naval unit has been under the German command of Flotilla Admiral Axel Schulz.
At the end of October, the "Bravo" crew will be relieved by the "Charlie" crew and return to Warnemünde. The corvette "Braunschweig", on the other hand, will remain in the eastern Mediterranean.

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Fincantieri celebrates success in Indonesia

Fincantieri celebrates success in Indonesia

Gepostet von | 11 Jun 2021 | , , , , | 0

The Italian group Fincantieri has been awarded a contract in Indonesia for the delivery of six Fremm frigates, the modernisation and sale of two Maestrale-class frigates and the logistical support associated with both programmes. The modernisation of the two Maestrale-class vessels, which Fincantieri will take over from the Italian Navy after their decommissioning, is to be carried out in Italy. The Indonesian Navy operates two modern Martadinata-class frigates (a Sigma design by Damen Naval Shipbuilding) and five former Van Speijk-class frigates of the Dutch Navy. The larger surface units also include ten corvettes of Dutch and British origin. In addition, there are 14...

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Trip to the Black Sea

Trip to the Black Sea

Gepostet von | 11 Jun 2021 | , , , | 0

The British destroyer Defender has ended its participation in the NATO operation Sea Guardian and, together with the Dutch frigate Evertsen, has called at Istanbul for a short port call. Both ships are part of the UK Carrier Strike Group 21 around the Queen Elizabeth. The Defender will now head for the Black Sea for a detour. Over the past few weeks, the Type 45 destroyer has been involved with Sea Guardian to provide situational awareness in the Mediterranean and to check for suspicious vessels carrying weapons or other supplies destined for terrorist organisations. "After more than twelve months of preparations and the additional...

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Change on the bridge

Change on the bridge

Gepostet von | 9 Jun 2021 | , | 0

The GERMAN MARITIME INSTITUTE has a new President - Vice Admiral Hans-Joachim Stricker has handed over his office to Rear Admiral (ret.) Karsten Schneider. At its board meeting on 4 June 2021, the full board of the GERMAN MARITIME INSTITUTE appointed retired Rear Admiral Karsten Schneider as its new president. Schneider succeeds retired Vice Admiral Hans-Joachim Stricker, who headed the DMI as President for a total of nine years. Stricker has continuously advanced the DMI during his presidency. One of the great successes of his term of office was the establishment of the Maritime Capital Forum with its information events for political decision-makers and their employees in Berlin. The new president sees two focal points in his future...

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