Category: Security policy

Revision of - Project 03160: Russia wants to modernise its Raptor combat boats

Revision of - Project 03160: Russia wants to modernise its Raptor combat boats

Gepostet von | 19 Aug 2022 | , , , , | 0

Based on the findings from the Ukraine war, Russia apparently wants to modernise its fleet of Project 03160 Raptor combat boats. This was announced by the contracted shipyard in a statement. In addition to armament, the focus of the measure will also be on the protection of the boats. The Project 03160 patrol boat, which is designed and manufactured by the St. Petersburg-based Pella shipyard, has been in service with the Russian armed forces since 2015. With a length of 16.7 m and a width of 4 m, the Raptors have a maximum displacement of 23 tonnes according to the manufacturer and can carry a crew of two or three in the hull.

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The UK Government adopts National Maritime Safety Strategy

The UK Government adopts National Maritime Safety Strategy

Gepostet von | 19 Aug 2022 | , , , , | 0

5-year strategy targets latest physical and cyber threats Like the Maritime Security Strategy issued on the same day, it involves the Department for Transport, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Commonwealth and Development, Home Office and Ministry of Defence. The new Maritime Security Strategy sets out how the UK will improve its capabilities in technology, innovation and cyber security. The 5-year strategy will formally recognise environmental damage as a maritime security issue to tackle modern problems such as illegal fishing and polluting practices. The UK's position as a world-leading maritime nation will be secured through a new strategy that recognises the...

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UK Government adopts National Maritime Security Strategy

UK Government adopts National Maritime Security Strategy

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The National Maritime Safety Strategy (NSMS) sets out the UK's approach to maritime safety for the next five years. It is a joint paper from the Department for Transport, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, the Department for International Development, the Home Office and the Ministry of Defence. At the heart of the paper are 5 strategic objectives: Protecting the homeland Responding to threats Securing prosperity Championing values Supporting a secure and resilient ocean The NSMS sets out how the UK will organise and use its extensive national capabilities across government to tackle current challenges, and how the UK will use...

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Tradition meets innovation

Tradition meets innovation

Gepostet von | 15 Aug 2022 | , , , | 1

GORCH FOCK and the frigate NORDRHEIN WESTFALEN met in the western Baltic Sea. One of the oldest ships in the German Navy meets the newest unit. This is the young officer candidates' encounter with their future job, at least for the future seafarers. First of all, they have to learn the craft in basic maritime training, without which even the most modern units with the latest technology and innovative weaponry would never sail: Seamanship, team spirit, discipline, strength of character, humility and enthusiasm! Photos: Marcel Kröncke Screenshot_20220808-171944_Gallery Screenshot_20220808-172121_Gallery Screenshot_20220808-172102_Gallery Screenshot_20220808-172026_Gallery Screenshot_20220808-171852_Gallery Screenshot_20220808-171757_Gallery Screenshot_20220808-171723_Gallery Screenshot_20220808-171702_Gallery Why almost all large and modern navies in the world have decided to train...

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USA and China: Tug of war over the island of Taiwan

USA and China: Tug of war over the island of Taiwan

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Aircraft carriers and restricted areas: The USA and China are flexing their "muscles" in the tug-of-war over the island of Taiwan. Following the now interrupted Chinese military exercises in the Taiwan Strait and around the island state (with live ammunition - something that has been pointed out time and again), the American side is now also asserting that it does not want to do without its usual freedom of navigation operations (FONOPS) there. At the beginning of August, the Pentagon confirmed that the U.S. Navy will continue to sail through disputed international waters in the coming weeks to "protect freedom of navigation". At present, however, the overall situation is also being jeopardised by the not uncontroversial visit to Taiwan by the...

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