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Guardia di Finanza Delegation Visits MAOC-N to Strengthen Mediterranean Cooperation
MAOC-N recently hosted a delegation from the Italian Guardia di Finanza at its headquarters, in a visit led by the Executive Director of MAOC-N. The meeting provided an opportunity to reinforce longstanding partnerships and to discuss ongoing cooperation efforts in the Mediterranean region, in coordination with Frontex and its representative. The delegation was composed of…
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MAOC-N Executive Director Attends G7 FOGG Plenary in Paris
The Executive Director of MAOC-N participated in the G7 Friends of the Gulf of Guinea (FOGG) plenary session held in Paris on 15 and 16 April, where discussions addressed a range of issues impacting maritime safety and security in the region. During the session, the Director presented the growing threats linked to drug trafficking routes…
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Minister of the Interior of Spain visits MAOC-N Headquarters in Lisbon
H.E the Minister of the Interior of Spain, Fernando Grande-Marlaska, recently visited the headquarters of MAOC-N in Lisbon, reaffirming Spain’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking across the Atlantic. Also in attendance were the Spanish Ambassador to Portugal, Juan Fernández Trigo, and the Director of the Centro de Inteligencia Contra…
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Portuguese Authorities Seize Over 3.4 Tonnes of Hashish in Coordinated Maritime Operation
The Portuguese Polícia Judiciária (PJ) recently carried out a major law enforcement operation, resulting in the seizure of 86 bales of hashish, with a total weight of approximately 3440kg. The action was conducted in close cooperation with the PJ’s National Unit for Combating Drug Trafficking (UNCTE), with the operational support of the National Republican Guard…
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VACANCY NOTICE – Administrative & Operational Assistant
VACANCY NOTICE Administrative & Operational Assistant (PDF) The Maritime Analysis and Operations Centre (Narcotics) – MAOC (N) is recruiting for the post of Administrative & Operational Assistant for the Centre’s Headquarters in Lisbon, Portugal. The Maritime Analysis and Operations Centre – Narcotics: MAOC (N) is an initiative by eight EU Member States (Belgium, France, Germany,…
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French Minister of Justice Gérald Darmanin Visits MAOC‑N Headquarters in Lisbon
MAOC-N had the honour of welcoming France’s Minister of Justice (Garde des Sceaux), Gérald Darmanin, to its headquarters in Lisbon. The visit was hosted by the Centre’s Executive Director and Head of Operations, who presented MAOC‑N’s ongoing work and operational priorities in the fight against maritime drug trafficking. Minister Darmanin was accompanied by Laureline Peyrefitte,…
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Spanish Guardia Civil Visits MAOC-N to Strengthen Cooperation
The Executive Director of MAOC-N was pleased to welcome a delegation from the Spanish Guardia Civil to the Centre’s headquarters, reinforcing the strong collaborative relationship between both organisations in the fight against maritime drug trafficking. The delegation included a Lieutenant Colonel, Head of the Counter-Narcotics Department, and a Lieutenant Colonel, Head of the Regional Centre…
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MAOC-N Executive Director Visits EUROPOL to Strengthen Cooperation Against Maritime Drug Trafficking
The Executive Director of MAOC-N, José Ferreira, visited the headquarters of EUROPOL in The Hague for high-level discussions on strengthening operational coordination in the fight against maritime drug trafficking. During the visit, Mr Ferreira met with Europol’s Executive Director, Catherine De Bolle. The meeting provided an opportunity to reaffirm the strong partnership between MAOC-N and…
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MAOC-N Receives EU CRIMARIO Project Director
MAOC-N hosted Martin Cauchi-Inglott, Project Director of the EU CRIMARIO project, for a working visit focused on cooperation in maritime security and counter-narcotics. CRIMARIO is a EU-funded project that supports maritime authorities, particularly in the Indo-Pacific, by improving information sharing, coordination, and situational awareness, including through tools such as the IORIS platform. Discussions covered operational…
maritime analysis and operations centre
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maritime analysis and operations centre
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