This image, selected as one of the winning entries in the IORIS Photo Competition held in February, highlights the everyday efforts of maritime personnel working across agencies and borders.
Sumbmitted by the Somaliland Coast Guard, the photo captures the commitment of those behind the scenes who help drive collaboration and real-time coordination at sea. The following responses were provided by the photographer who submitted the image.

1. Can you describe the situation taking place when the photo was captured? “This photo was taken during a visit by the Commander of the Somaliland Coast Guard to the Operations Room at Coast Guard Headquarters. During the visit, the Operations Room team was explaining how the IORIS platform has enhanced information sharing and coordination—both within Somaliland and with international partners. It was an important opportunity to showcase how IORIS is being used in practice to support operational readiness.”

2. How does this photo demonstrate the importance of information sharing at sea? “The image reflects the Somaliland Coast Guard’s readiness to engage in real-time information exchange. It shows how we are actively using IORIS to share critical maritime data with partners, supporting joint efforts to monitor and secure the maritime domain. The ability to connect with other agencies and countries is essential for effective maritime security.”

3. Why do you feel this image is a strong representation of IORIS in action? “I believe it represents the hard work and commitment of Coast Guard staff who have undergone IORIS training and now work around the clock to support maritime coordination. It’s a simple but honest portrayal of the people behind the platform—those who keep it running and ensure it delivers value every day.”

About the Somaliland Coast Guard

The Somaliland Coast Guard plays a vital role in protecting the country’s maritime interests, enforcing laws at sea, and supporting regional and international cooperation. Operating 24/7 along Somaliland’s coastline, the Coast Guard helps secure sea lanes, safeguard marine resources, and protect critical national infrastructure.

Mission

To maintain a secure, lawful, and sustainable maritime environment by enforcing Somaliland’s sovereignty, deterring maritime crime, and contributing to regional security and economic wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Maritime Domain Awareness (24/7): Ongoing monitoring of maritime activity across territorial waters.
• Maritime Law Enforcement: Implementing national and international maritime regulations.
• Surveillance and Patrols: Conducting regular patrols to detect and deter unlawful activity.
• Anti-Smuggling Operations: Preventing the transport of contraband, arms, and illegal goods.
• Maritime Customs and Border Control: Managing lawful vessel entry and cargo monitoring.
• Fisheries Control (IUU): Protecting marine resources from illegal, unregulated, and unreported fishing.
• Port and Infrastructure Security: Securing ports and maritime infrastructure.
• Search and Rescue (SAR): Responding to emergencies at sea and saving lives.
• Environmental Protection: Responding to pollution incidents and conserving marine ecosystems.
• Maritime Security Operations: Addressing piracy, terrorism, and transnational maritime threats.

This image and the story behind it offer a real-world glimpse into how IORIS is used every day—not just as a tool, but as a bridge between people, agencies, and nations working together for maritime safety and security.

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The image featured in this article was submitted by MRCC Chile as part of a photo contest launched by CRIMARIO last February. The initiative was designed to highlight the role of the IORIS platform in facilitating cooperation, coordination, and communication among maritime actors. Far from symbolic, the photo captures a live operational setting that reflects how IORIS strengthens maritime situational awareness and promotes secure, cross-border collaboration.

This interview with Sargento 1° Javier Bahamonde Ramírez, Supervisor General NCAGS, Chilean Nany, provides insight into the operational reality behind the photo—a moment where coordination, professionalism, and technology intersect in service of maritime safety.

 Can you describe the situation taking place when the photo was captured?

The photo was taken during the “REGEX LATAM SEGMAREX” regional maritime exercise. It shows the MRCC Chile situation room in full operation, managing a Search and Rescue (SAR) case while actively exchanging critical information with Latin American partner countries via the IORIS platform. The image reflects a high-functioning coordination centre executing its mandate in a simulated, but realistic, emergency context.

How does this photo demonstrate the importance of information sharing at sea?

The photo visually demonstrates how timely access to multi-source data—shared through platforms like IORIS—enhances the speed and accuracy of maritime decision-making. It underscores the operational need for interoperability, disciplined communication protocols, and structured coordination mechanisms, especially in cross-border SAR operations. It is a clear reminder that safety at sea hinges not just on assets, but on informed and connected personnel.

Why do you feel this image is a strong representation of IORIS in action?

The image captures the essence of IORIS in practice—multiple professionals with defined responsibilities collaborating through a secure, shared platform. It illustrates how the system enables the real-time integration of data, clarity of roles, and cross-institutional synergy. IORIS is not a passive tool—it is an active enabler of maritime coordination, and this photograph is a compelling representation of that capability.

In the Chilean Navy since 2002, Sargento 1° Javier Bahamonde Ramírez has been assigned since 2022 to the Directorate of Maritime Safety and Operations in Valparaíso. Currently stationed at both the Naval Maritime Traffic Control Center and MRCC Chile, he is directly involved in maritime incident coordination, vessel monitoring, and inter-agency communication. His operational and technical knowledge supports Chile’s growing role in regional maritime safety.

ABOUT MRCC Chile

The Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre Chile (MRCC Chile) is the national authority responsible for coordinating maritime search and rescue operations within Chile’s internationally designated Search and Rescue Region (SRR). Operating under the Directorate General of the Maritime Territory and Merchant Marine (DIRECTEMAR), MRCC Chile meets the highest international standards set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Its core mission is to preserve life at sea through the activation and coordination of naval, air, and ground resources. Beyond its SAR function, MRCC Chile plays a critical role in maritime surveillance, data exchange, and incident prevention, acting as a key strategic node in the South Pacific’s maritime safety architect

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Over three days of intensive dialogue, live demonstrations, and collaborative planning, participants worked to strengthen themultinational governance of the IORIS platform and explore new policy directions to further interagency and international coordination.

Real-world impact of IORIS on display

Delegates from various organisations shared success stories that highlighted IORIS’ real-world effectiveness — from narcotics interdictions, life-saving SAR operations, and counter-piracy actions, to its role in combatting Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing. These examples reaffirmed IORIS as a cornerstone tool for building regional maritime resilience and operational unity.

The event also officially marked the launch of IORIS Version 4 — a major platform upgrade featuring a completely redesigned interface, cloud-based architecture, and enhanced user experience that make interagency communication and crisis coordination even more intuitive and efficient.

 Key voices from the Indo-Pacific and the European Union

In his opening remarks, EU Ambassador to the Philippines Massimo Santoro highlighted the strategic importance of regional cooperation:

“This collaboration underscores the European Union’s enduring commitment to a peaceful, secure, and rules-based maritime order in the Indo-Pacific, built on a foundation of the rule of law and respect for the UN Charter. We are proud to support regional partners in building capabilities that ensure freedom of navigation and maritime resilience.”

Martin Cauchi Inglott, Director of the CRIMARIO II project, emphasized the increasing operational scope of IORIS, especially in high-risk maritime regions:

“A key area of discussion was enhancing connectivity between merchant shipping, naval forces, and coastal states. This was clearly demonstrated by the platform’s success in the Red Sea, where IORIS enabled coordinated communication for over 130 vessels during a critical period. For the first time, the maritime industry participated as observers — a vital step in bridging government and industry in a unified maritime security architecture.”

 ALALAYAN III: a showcase of coordination in action

On the final day, attendees witnessed ALALAYAN III, a major maritime interoperability exercise led by the Philippine National Maritime Centre and involving over 20 national agencies. Using IORIS as the central coordination tool, the exercise simulated a range of maritime threats, testing national agencies’ ability to collaborate across jurisdictions in real-time.

VAdm Roy A. Echeverria, Director of the National Maritime Centre, reflected on the significance of the exercise:

“Over the next days, we saw what happens when agencies come together — not just to comply with protocols, but to truly collaborate, listen, adapt, and work side by side. This year’s exercise reinforces a shared truth: no single agency or country can address maritime challenges alone. Our strength lies in our unity — in our commitment to a whole-of-government and whole-of-nation approach, and in our partnerships, both local and international.”

Looking ahead

As the event concluded, participants celebrated not only the successful launch of IORIS Version 4 but also the growing trust, collaboration, and capability across the Indo-Pacific maritime community.

Ondrej Vosatka, Programme Manager at the Foreign Policy Instrument of the European Commission, summed up the broader significance:

“We celebrate not just the success of this event, but the lasting partnerships and trust we’ve built across the Indo-Pacific over the years. The tools, knowledge, and networks developed here will continue to support regional maritime security and safety well into the future.”

IORIS V4 is now operational — and with it, the region is better connected, better coordinated, and better prepared to meet the maritime challenges of today and tomorrow.

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In this context, the Regional Maritime Information Fusion Center (RMIFC) in Madagascar and the Port Management Association of Eastern and Southern Africa (PMAESA) have partnered to conduct the joint exercise RECOPORT-ESA 25, with IORIS serving as the main communication platform for all participants.

Starting on January 27, 2025, and lasting for a week, under the patronage of the Madagascar Minister of Transport and Meteorology, port security officers from the Eastern and Southern Africa – Indian Ocean region took part in a virtual simulation exercise at the RMFIC.[1]

The exercise simulated a range of maritime incidents, including stowaway situations requiring a coordinated response, contraband trafficking such as drug smuggling that called for regional enforcement cooperation, theft of goods or vessels within port areas, and illegal trafficking of wildlife and natural resources.

The primary goal of the exercise was to strengthen information-sharing practices among PMAESA member states, enhancing regional maritime security and economic cooperation. This is vital to improving maritime safety, facilitating trade, ensuring emergency preparedness, and ensuring regulatory compliance with international standards. Additionally, the exercise aimed to foster a proactive security culture and promote greater collaboration among member states to address maritime challenges.

Throughout the exercise, IORIS served as a secure web-based platform, enabling the seamless exchange of information across various agencies, both domestically and internationally. This marked the second deployment of IORIS in a port security-focused exercise—following its successful use in South America. This successful implementation further reinforces IORIS’s value as a critical tool for ports in the region.

In fact, by aggregating and analysing maritime data from multiple sources, including Automatic Identification System (AIS) data, satellite imagery, and user-generated reports, IORIS provides port authorities with enhanced situational awareness which allows port authorities to better assess and mitigate potential risks.

Moreover, at the regional level, IORIS also functions as a vital tool for connecting port authorities globally, as it facilitates the exchange of critical information about vessels arriving in their areas of responsibility and enables them to notify authorities at the “Next Port of Call” of any suspicious activities, thus enhancing regional cooperation and response capabilities.

The success of RECOPORT-ESA 25 underscores the vital role of ongoing collaboration and information sharing in maritime security. By strengthening regional partnerships and leveraging IORIS, port authorities can collectively enhance their ability to protect ports, prevent illicit activities, and ensure the safe and efficient flow of trade across the region.

To know more about the advantages IORIS offers for harbour and port operations: https://ioris.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/241029-IORIS_Brochure_HARBOUR_A4_V3.pdf

[1] The exercise saw the participation of RMIFC, PMAESA and member countries from the Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles and Tanzania, the lndian Ocean Commission (IOC), Port Security Project, the International Maritime Organisation, the International Labour Organisation, the Regional Coordination and Operations Centre  (RCOC), the Agence Portuaire Maritime et Fluvial (APMF), the  Centre de Fusion d’Informations Maritime, the Madagascar Customs and Navy, the European Union, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and INTERPOL, Djibouti, Mozambique Somalia and South Africa who participated as observers.

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Through the one-week exercise, IORIS facilitated monitoring, control, and surveillance (MCS) operations of a fishing fleet composed of 16 Panama and Ecuador-flagged vessels. The scope of the operation was to verify the status of the fishing vessels, examine the veracity of licences and authorisations to fish, and oversee transhipment-at-sea with supporting reefers and tankers.
Navies, authorities and agencies involved:
COLOMBIA: Navy, National Maritime Direction (Maritime Authority – DIMAR), Ministry of Environment and Malpelo Flora and Fauna Sanctuary.
COSTA RICA: National Park Cocos Island.
ECUADOR: Navy, Coast Guard (Maritime Authority), Undersecretary of Fishing, Galapagos National Park.
PANAMA: Aeronaval Service (SENAN), Coiba National Park and MAR VIVA FOUNDATION
PERU: Coast Guard (Maritime Authority).
The exercise enabled the creation of an IORIS-based Community Area that continues to live on after REGEX, facilitating communication, coordination and collaboration among all the countries which are part of the Eastern Tropical Pacific Marine Corridor (CMAR), an intergovernmental initiative to promote conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity in the Eastern Tropical Pacific through regional governmental strategies, and supported by civil society, international cooperation and non-governmental agencies.
Supported by civil society, international cooperation, and non-governmental organisations, the corridor has, as core areas, the marine protected areas of the Malpelo Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, the Gorgona National Natural Park (Colombia), the Coiba National Park (Panama), the Galapagos National Park and Marine Reserve (Ecuador), and the National Park Cocos Island (Costa Rica), which form a Network of Marine Protected Areas.

You can read more about how CRIMARIO helps in addressing Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated fishing click here: https://www.crimario.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IORIS_Brochure_IUU_A4_V5.pdf.

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Over the course of two days, participants engaged in plenary sessions and working groups, addressing key issues such as the future governance of the IORIS platform, regional cooperation in information sharing, and strategies for engaging external stakeholders.

Co-hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy, the meeting brought together maritime security experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the region. The event emphasised strengthening the governance of the IORIS platform and consolidating its use for addressing maritime security challenges. Notable developments included:

– Launch of IORIS Version 4, along with a new “lite” version designed for merchant ships. This initiative aims to foster enhanced cooperation between state and industry stakeholders, promoting a unified approach to maritime safety and information sharing.

– Formalisation of Regional SOP Regional Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

– Collaborative Solutions for Platform Challenges

Working groups delved into a range of technical, legal, and operational challenges associated with platform usage. Special focus was placed on developing solutions for sensitive information sharing and addressing jurisdictional issues related to transnational maritime incidents.

This event built upon the momentum set by previous IORIS gatherings, including: the Inaugural Steering Committee Meeting in Bali (May 2023) – the Policy Board and Working Group Meeting** in Kenya (October 2023), the IORIS Steering Committee Meeting in Colombo (March 2024).

Each of these meetings contributed significantly to shaping IORIS into a robust, secure, and collaborative platform, used by countries across the Indo-Pacific to tackle maritime safety challenges and facilitate sustainable governance of regional waters. The CRIMARIO II Project Director, **Martin Cauchi Inglott, highlighted the rapid growth of the platform and reaffirmed CRIMARIO’s commitment to developing new features that add value. “IORIS has continued to evolve, and our collaborative approach with regional partners has ensured that the platform remains at the forefront of maritime safety and cooperation initiatives,” he said.

Special thanks were extended to Director General Sri Lanka Coast Guard, Rear Admiral Rajapriya Serasinghe, and Admiral (Retd.) P.H. Piyal De Silva, CRIMARIO Special Advisor to South Asia, for their leadership and invaluable support in co-chairing the event.

Looking Ahead.  As the IORIS platform continues to expand, the next IORIS Steering Committee Meeting is scheduled for 21-23 May 2025 in the Philippines. This upcoming event will focus on further strengthening the platform’s capabilities and promoting international cooperation for safer, more secure maritime governance.

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On September 17, 2024, civilian and military experts from 35 European Union (EU), Latin American, and Caribbean (LAC) countries, along with key decision-makers, gathered in Cartagena, Colombia, for the Fourth Seminar on Security and Defense.

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Both trainers are highly motivated to help the Somaliland Coast Guard strengthen its role in regional maritime security through this intensive program.

The day began with opening remarks from Kenneth Neijnes, who underscored the growing challenges in the Gulf of Aden, which has become more problematic in recent years. He stressed the urgent need for countries and maritime organizations in the region to collaborate more closely.

“Only by sharing information on maritime security can we reverse this negative trend,” Neijnes remarked. He also highlighted the help the CRIMARIO  project can bring to the region and how the IORIS platform, which is currently utilized by over 100 maritime organizations in more than 50 countries can be useful in the area. The platform, he noted, is vital not only for security but also for Search and Rescue operations, saving lives at sea.

Lt. Colonel Khadar Isse, Head of International Relations, emphasized the importance of mutual support in building competence. He pointed out that stronger participants must assist those with less experience to ensure no one is left behind. Lt. Colonel Isse stressed that it is essential for the Somaliland Coast Guard to gain a thorough understanding of the IORIS system in order to manage maritime operations effectively and coordinate with organizations beyond Somaliland’s borders.

Colonel Abdirahman Nour, Head of Operations, elaborated on how the IORIS system could greatly enhance the Coast Guard’s ability to access critical information from other maritime organizations and engage in professional, secure collaboration.

Poul Severinsen, Head of EUCAP Field Office Somaliland, spoke about the significant advancements the Somaliland Coast Guard is currently experiencing. These include the construction of a new command centre and communication tower in Berbera, supported by EUCAP. He also touched on ongoing efforts to boost Maritime Domain Awareness, enhance cooperation, and improve information-sharing practices. The collective message from all the speakers was clear: Together we are stronger.

This collaborative effort aims to build a safer and more secure maritime environment for everyone in the Gulf of Aden.

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On the 13 of June, the New Zealand Ministry of Transport, representing the 11 agencies of the New Zealand Maritime Security Oversight Committee signed a partnership agreement with CRIMARIO.

This agreement aims to facilitate communication, coordination, and collaboration at sea at both national and regional levels.

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Organized in Palawan, the exercise saw the participation of 22 agencies from the Philippines; it aimed to test and enhance the interoperability among national and local agencies and demonstrate their capability to coordinate and render support in identifying and fighting maritime threats.

During the two days, agencies’ personnel operated together in a simulated and real environment to address and solve a complex situation involving ships suspected of illegal drug trafficking, illegal transport of endangered species, IUU fishing, and Search and Rescue around Puerto Princesa.

To facilitate communication, coordination, and cooperation among operational centers and assets at sea, participating agencies used IORIS, the Indo-Pacific Information Sharing Platform, a neutral, secured, and reliable tool, designed to enable inter-agency communication and coordination between domestic and international stakeholders to address the evolving and complex challenges within the maritime domain.

The successful conclusion of the exercise highlighted lessons learned and techniques that will improve the already good level of joint response to real-world complex maritime emergencies. At the same time, IORIS proved to be a reliable communications platform for interagency planning and coordination at the national level, facilitating the gathering, analysis, and exchange of information to timely and efficiently support decision-making and actions at sea.

Participating in the event, Luc Veron, EU Ambassador to the Philippines stated: “The Philippines’ embrace of IORIS underscores the country’s deep understanding of the importance of the maritime domain. As the first Southeast Asian nation to adopt IORIS nationally, the Philippines, through the leadership of the NCWC, Coast Guard, Navy, and other authorities, demonstrates its commitment to collaboratively addressing the complex challenges of today’s maritime environment.

This exercise is a testament to the Philippines’ dedication to enhancing maritime safety and security at the national level. By leveraging IORIS, it fosters inter-agency cooperation between maritime and relevant agencies.”

The Guest of Honor, the first Presidential Assistant for Maritime Concerns, Secretary Andres C. Centino on his message emphasized: “With expanded functions, the National Maritime Center will now work with more support agencies, continue to coordinate and collaborate with partners, including our foreign allies, ensuring that we are fully capable of being aware of the maritime situation within our archipelago.”

In his closing message, CG VADM Roy A. Echeverria, Director of NM Center underlined: ““I commend each and every participant of this Interagency Exercise ALALAYAN 2024. I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to everyone for we had a resounding success of our Table-Top Exercise, Command Post Exercise, and Field Training Exercise. Your support and participation in this Interagency Exercise is a declaration of your commitment and unwavering efforts to promote a whole-of-government approach to enhancing maritime governance in the country. This activity has indeed demonstrated everyone’s expertise and collective contributions in achieving our objectives and furthering our shared goal of enhancing maritime security.”

Martin Cauchi-Inglott, CRIMARIO project director concluded: “The Philippines has been at the forefront of welcoming IORIS to the region and is now set to lead the way in taking ownership of IORIS, using it internally, and bridge to external partners whenever necessary. My hearty congratulations go to these most professional maritime agencies participating in the exercises in the past days and to the NMC for organizing and playing an essential role in conducting it”.

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Over the three days, participants considered how to move towards a common management of the system, to facilitate coherent and efficient use of IORIS amongst all users, whilst ensuring for the long-term vision of the platform’s adoption and employment.

Central to the discussion the enhancement of the of IORIS’ role in enabling Command, Control and Communication (C3), data storage policy, and the accountability of users, with the ultimate goal of strengthening cooperation for more safe and secure seas.

The meeting, co-chaired by CRIMARIO and the Sri Lanka Navy, is another important milestone for the Indo-Pacific governance of the IORIS platform, which endorsed, amongst others, legal documents consolidating the governance structure and establishing rules for the information exchange and for the general use of IORIS to best serve the needs of all users in the Indo-Pacific.

Moreover, the implementation of the Regional IORIS Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Indo-Pacific will continue to contribute to the enhancement of information exchange within the region in a harmonised manner, using standard reporting methodology and terminology, hence facilitating the coordinating process among members.

Speaking during the opening ceremony, Lars Bredal, Chargé d’Affaires at the EU Delegation to Sri Lanka and Maldives, affirmed: “The European Union and Indo-Pacific countries have a stake in each other’s prosperity and security. Our regions share the same interest in upholding the rules-based international order – with the UN Charter at its core. In the area of maritime safety and security the EU funded CRIMARIO enables Indo-Pacific partners to better govern their maritime spaces with the use of the IORIS neutral and secure information-exchange platform. “

In his opening speech the Sri Lanka Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, highlighted a shift in maritime security strategies, emphasizing the growing importance of sharing information among maritime nations over traditional individual or country-specific measures: “This collective approach to information sharing is crucial for combating maritime crimes and ensuring safe seas, and maritime nations should join a maritime information network and relax individual information sharing protocols to achieve this goal. Furthermore, he emphasised the commendable contribution of IORIS instructors in expanding the perspectives of Sri Lanka Navy personnel and emphasized how the IORIS platform has been instrumental in effectively resolving and addressing maritime issues on a regular basis.

Furthermore, Martin Cauchi-Inglott, CRIMARIO project director, added: “We have learnt that to progress, we need to be innovative, plan ahead, and most important of all, ensure that all IORIS users feel that they are part of the decision-making process, and hence this Steering Committee. This pathway will continue leading towards greater achievements, in terms of both expansion of the Community and efficiency of the platform, and perhaps we should be now looking at more out-of-the box solutions to continue propelling us forwards.”

The conference follows the first IORIS Steering Committee (ISC) meeting held in Bali, Indonesia, in May 2023, which lead to the  implementation of the regional governance and the creation of its supporting working groups (Policy, Legal, Operational, and Technical) and the subsequent IORIS Steering Committee Policy Board and Working Group meeting held in Nairobi, Kenya, in October 2023, during which specific actions were discussed to operationalise the governance of IORIS.

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Between the 5 and the 9 of February, 2024 CRIMARIO II instructors, including CRIMARIO’s Regional Representative Admiral (Ret’d) Piyal De Silva, former Commander of the Navy, organised a regional SOP workshop in Sri Lanka, which was attended by officers from the Sri Lanka Navy, the Coast Guard, the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, as well as officers from the Bangladesh Navy, the Maldivian National Defence Force and the Maldivian Transport and Civil Aviation Department.

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Moreover, the process facilitates collaboration and teamwork and helps build valuable skills, much needed when one operates out at sea.

CRIMARIO values peer learning and each year instructors and country representatives offer Train-the-Trainer workshops in different countries of the Indo-Pacific.

At the beginning of February, an IORIS workshop was carried out in Mozambique, at INAMAR, the Maritime Authority responsible for Fisheries, Pollution and Search and Rescue in the country.

The particularity of this workshop being that it was performed by local trainers, all Mozambique Navy officials, who were previously trained on IORIS by CRIMARIO instructors.

The Navy officials explained the information sharing tool to their peers, bringing on board their knowledge and practical experience.

The successful completion of the workshop also affirmed the importance of inter-organisational learning and teamwork in handling complex challenges in maritime security.

As Candido Roberto Manhique, General Director of INAMAR, underlined: “I am pleased to say that INAMAR (National Institute of the Sea) feels very happy to have this opportunity to operate the IORIS platform in the country, as it offers great advantages to INAMAR, as it is responsible for maritime safety, prevention and the fight against maritime pollution and maritime inspection. IORIS comes at the right time for us, as INAMAR is being restructured and needs support both nationally and internationally. When IORIS is fully operational in INAMAR, it will be an even greater benefit for the country as a whole, because we are going to share information inside and outside Mozambique. Regarding Mozambique, we are talking about the agencies we are working with: the Navy, the Maritime Police and other entities that have interests at sea. IORIS is a great opportunity because we are going to share information that will help us to solve problems that may eventually occur, related to maritime pollution, as well as maritime safety, in the field of Search and Rescue and other aspects that we consider important to control, and to which IORIS provides real-time support.”

The workshop demonstrates the primary benefit of building a robust network of maritime security professionals capable of matching local and regional challenges based on shared experiences and cooperation.

This IORIS training, organised by the Mozambique Navy for INAMAR, boosts maritime security awareness, leverages teamwork, and enhances local expertise, in an effort to jointly tackle maritime challenges.

The creation of a strong network of security professionals starts with bringing people together.

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