Ghost nets, fishing nets that have fallen to the bottom of the sea, represent 30% of the waste at sea. The Estuaries Picards and of sea Opale Marine Natural Park … Continue reading Project for innovative, compostable and biodegradable fishing nets
Grand African NEMO 2022
The exercise will take place from October 10th to 17th, 2022, Grand African NEMO 2022, organised by Yaoundé and the French Navy will bring together 17 of the 19 nations … Continue reading Grand African NEMO 2022
Fight Against IUU in French Guiana
The fight against IUU (Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated fishing) is one the main task of the French Armed forces in Guiana (FAG).
Drones and Maritime Surveillance
France’s EEZ, 10,2 million km² (3,94 million sq mi), is the second largest maritime area in the world after the United States. 97% of the French EEZ is related to … Continue reading Drones and Maritime Surveillance
Exclusive Interview With French Carrier Strike Group Commander
The French Navy's Charles de Gaulle Carrier Strike Group in the eastern mediterranean Back to home port after two months of operation in mediterranean Sea, Rear Admiral Christophe Cluzel, commander … Continue reading Exclusive Interview With French Carrier Strike Group Commander
French Concept of State Action at Sea
Although France has the second biggest Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in the world (3.9 million sq mi), it does not have a Coast Guard to protect it. Like in many … Continue reading French Concept of State Action at Sea
One Ocean Summit, a Chance for the Future
Should the ocean, which is such an incredible treasure, be made a sanctuary? This is the dilemma that led France to organize the One Ocean Summit, from February 9 to … Continue reading One Ocean Summit, a Chance for the Future
Ballast Water: A Marine Pollution Often Unknow
ballast water Ballast Water play an important role in the safety and stability of ships. Unfortunately, introduction of invasive species through ballast water discharge has been a serious concern for … Continue reading Ballast Water: A Marine Pollution Often Unknow
Narcotics in Indian Ocean: Over 400 kg Seized
Sunday the 6th of June, 2021, the boarding team of the French multi-purpose frigate (FREMM) Languedoc (D653) seized more than 400kg of narcotics on a cargo ship. On June 6th, … Continue reading Narcotics in Indian Ocean: Over 400 kg Seized
Chinese fishermen threat sovereignty in Pacific
On January 19th,2021, the Government of Vanuatu reported the apprehension of two Chinese trawlers off the island of Hiu on suspicion of illegal activities. This is not an isolated act. … Continue reading Chinese fishermen threat sovereignty in Pacific