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Coast Guards are evolving from civilian to quasi-military forces, playing a critical role in addressing rising global maritime threats, including transnational crime, illegal fishing, and emerging challenges like cyber-attacks and drone incursions.

This News Round-Up offers a comprehensive look at the latest developments in maritime enforcement procurement and the evolving security challenges faced by nations around the world.

This summary delves into how various nations, including Argentina, Australia, Bangladesh, Belize, Canada, Cyprus, Finland, France, Greece, Iceland, India, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Philippines, South Korea, Sweden, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, and Vietnam, are addressing maritime threats, enhancing their enforcement capabilities, and adapting to emerging challenges in the maritime domain.

Defence iQ had the privilege of speaking with Christopher Trelawny, Deputy Secretary General at INTERPORTPOLICE.

In our latest interview, Christopher discusses the evolving challenges and innovations in maritime security. He explores the role of INTERPORTPOLICE in fostering international law enforcement cooperation, the impact of transnational crime on coast guard operations, and the latest technological advancements enhancing maritime domain awareness.

This article by Defence author and journalist, Tim Ripley, outlines the need for governments and militaries to re-imagine their Coast Guards as critical enablers of their nation's blue economy and frontline guardians of maritime security. Get an understanding of the contextual factors that go into redefining the remit of the coast guard for securing budget to aid in the enhancement of coast guard capabilities.

This presentation was delivered at the 2024 Coast Guard Capability conference by Mr. Martin Cauchi-Inglott, Project Director, CRIMARIO II on enhancing maritime domain awareness (MDA) and operational coordination through platforms, capacity building and training in the Indo-Pacific region, and covers:

• European maritime security structures
• Enhancing information exchange and analysis
• Strengthening inter-agency/regional cooperation in maritime surveillance, operational planning and conduct of operations
• Crisis and incident management (Red Sea focus)
• IORIS Governance and future ambitions
  

This 2024 Attendee Report highlights the leading organisations within the industry and an extensive list of high-level attendees who attended the Coast Guard Capability Conference in 2024, many of whom are expected to return this year.

This conference brings together Coast Guards from across all continents of the globe in a collaborative forum, designed to aid in addressing each nation’s coastal needs. Together, they share insights and exchange valuable knowledge on the various coastal needs of international Coast Guards and Coast Guard agencies.

Here at Defence IQ we were privileged to interview Mr. Martin Cauch-Inglott on the EU maritime capacity building project, CRIMARIO. Along with covering the philosophy behind the system, he also covers the basics of the tool. An interesting insight into how the EU is planning to make the seas more accessible and safer.

In this exclusive interview with 2024 Chairman, Christopher Trelawny, Deputy Secretary General for INTERPOLICE (International Organization of Airport and Seaport Police), we explore the dynamics of sustainable maritime development and uncover promising avenues for growth.

Discover more about:

• Optimizing inter-agency and international communication for heightened effectiveness in multi-agency and multi-national operations.
• Harnessing technology to bolster maritime awareness and maintain cost-effective solutions with Coast Guard operations.
• Collaboration strategies among Coast Guards to standardize capabilities and enhance cooperation through improved interoperability.

Download this insightful interview to gain valuable insights into the future of maritime development and cooperation.

The Coast Guard holds the important role of enforcing maritime law and conducting rescue operations at sea. This News Round-Up summarizes the latest on coast guard activities in terms of procurement, a must read to stay abreast on the latest developments.

View the Coast Guard Capability 2025 Sponsorship & Networking Prospectus, and explore:

• Confirmed Speaker Line-up
• Previous Attendee Job Titles
• Previous Attendee Organisations
• Sponsor & Networking Opportunities
• Producer & Chairman Intro

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our partnership options, please contact Laura Turton-Peet (Sponsorship Sales Manager) at partner@defenceiq.com.

View the Coast Guard Capability conference 2024 Attendee Snapshot, and explore:

• 2024 Attendee Organizations
• 2024 Attendee Job Titles