Combined Maritime Forces

29/07/2026

Commander CTF 151, Capt Eacock RN, recently visited Col Djama of the Djibouti Navy and Cdr Aoki of 海上自衛隊 JS TAKANAMI in Djibouti. 🇬🇧 🇩🇯 🇯🇵

🌊 The three Commanders lead organisations which all work towards the same mission: countering piracy and other illegal activity in and around the Gulf of Aden, a notorious stretch of water for such action. 

🤝 Ensuring maritime security and protecting the freedom of navigation is a top priority for all. The seniors discussed the ongoing strengthening of relations between CMF and their organisations as well as how they can continue the good work in times of increased nefarious activity.

27/07/2026

Two task forces, one mission. ☝️

Combined Maritime Forces CTF 151 and European Union Naval Force - Operation Atalanta (CTF 465) 🇪🇺 share a common purpose: ensuring maritime security and freedom of navigation for all in the Gulf of Aden and off the Horn of Africa.

🌊 Following a combined counter-piracy serial, the crews of 대한민국 해군 Republic Of Korea Navy ROKS Wang Geon and Armada ESPS Numancia came together - three flags, two navies, one team.

Security in the maritime doesn’t just happen, it takes dedication and a multi-agency approach. 🤝



European Union Naval Force - Operation Atalanta 대한민국 해군 Republic Of Korea Navy Armada

23/07/2026

⚓ A successful conclusion to Operation Southern Readiness 26-2.

Day 4 featured discussions on maritime law, counter-piracy, and maritime uncrewed systems before concluding with a closing ceremony and certificate presentations.

Together, we’ve strengthened partnerships, shared expertise, and reinforced our commitment to collective maritime security.

Indian Navy 🇮🇳

22/07/2026

⚓ Operation Southern Readiness 26-2. Building stronger maritime partnerships through training.

Days 2 & 3 featured expert sessions from the Indian Navy on maritime domain awareness and maritime security alongside practical training in water survival, VBSS (visit, board, search & seizure), and force protection. 🇮🇳

Together with CMF partner nations, CTF 154 continues to strengthen interoperability, professional excellence, and collective maritime security. 🤝

Indian Navy

20/07/2026

🌊 Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 is officially underway!

The Indian Navy 🇮🇳 today welcomed participants from Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) to Southern Naval Command, Kochi, for the commencement of Operation Southern Readiness 26-2.

Hosted under the guidance of Indian Navy led Combined Task Force 154 (CTF 154), the four day engagement brings together maritime professionals for advanced training, knowledge sharing and practical exercises designed to strengthen interoperability and collective maritime security. 🤝

The opening ceremony marked the beginning of a programme that reflects our shared commitment to safe, secure and stable seas.

Indian Navy

15/07/2026

Cdre Thomas dropped in to witness the Operational Estimate Training in force. He was shown the initial workings to develop Situational Awareness from which known Assumptions and Risks are established.
The Baseline Audience Analysis was explained as well as consideration of the ‘Framing of the problem’, and Mission Analysis.

The training is being conducted by the UK’s Integrated Warfare Centre facilitated by CTF154 involving CMF members from the HQ and all CTFs.

09/07/2026

🌊⚖️ Strengthening maritime security through professional development.

More than 50 personnel from 17 nations took part in a CMF Staff Enhancement Training session delivered by the International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI), focusing on the legal implications of uncrewed and autonomous systems in maritime security operations.

Organised by CTF 154, the training reinforced CMF's commitment to multinational cooperation, expertise, and understanding of emerging maritime challenges.

International Maritime Organization - IMO

06/07/2026

Deputy Commander CMF, Cdre Dan Thomas, Royal Navy, recently attended events in Seychells to mark their 50th Independence Day anniversary. 🇸🇨

Whilst in country he met with several key leaders including Major General Michael Rosette, Seychelles Chief of Defence Forces.

The seniors discussed the strong relationship between CMF and Seychelles and the importance of protecting the maritime domain on the southern boarder of CMF’s area of operations, where Seychelles sits.

Seychelles Defence Forces

10/06/2026

🤝 Working seamlessly side by side.

Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force JS Yuudachi 🇯🇵 and Armada ship CANARIAS 🇪🇸 conduct a PASSEX while deployed on counter piracy missions in and around the Gulf of Aden.

The two ships are working for CMF and European Union Naval Force - Operation Atalanta 🇪🇺 respectively, essential partner organisations in countering the illicit activities of non-state actors at sea.

Conducting manoeuvres like this in close quarters helps crews strengthen their understanding of each others procedures, tests communication and helps practise cooperation for when the ships target suspect vessels for real.
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09/06/2026

We were proud to co-chair the 17th Industry Strategic Meeting organised by Operation European Union Naval Force - Operation Atalanta based in Bahrain.

The 17th Industry Strategic Meeting organised by Operation ATALANTA and co-chaired by the Combined Maritime Forces based in Bahrein, and European Union Naval Force - Operation Aspides, gathered from 2 to 3 June in Madrid together with the shipping industry, and other key organizations to discuss the current threats in the West Indian Ocean, the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.

More information: https://eunavfor.eu/index.php/news/17th-industry-strategic-meeting-0