ASPIDES
ASPIDES OPERATION : April 2025
On April 24, Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis, Commander of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, attended the INTERTANKO Hellenic Mediterranean Panel Meeting in Athens, where he presented to the shipping industry the continuously evolving mission of ASPIDES.
His address emphasized the importance of collaboration and the synergies developed across stakeholders, underscoring the EU’s commitment to upholding the principles of freedom of navigation within the global maritime environment.
ITS FEDERICO MARTINENGO completed another successful close protection mission to a merchant vessel in the area of operation, under EUNAVFOR ASPIDES.
On April 29, Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis (HN), Commander of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES accompanied by Irina Gusacenko, Deputy Head of Mission at the Delegation of EU to the Sultanate of Oman, met with H.E Sheikh Khalifa bin Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary for Diplomatic Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman, in Muscat.
The discussion provided a valuable opportunity to present the objectives and mandate of Operation ASPIDES, exchange views on the regional security environment, and explore avenues for dialogue and cooperation in support of maritime security in the region.
On April 30, Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis (HN), Commander of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, met with Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Jaber, KSA’s Ambassador to Yemen and Executive Director of Yemen Comprehensive Humanitarian Operations (YCHO), alongside EU Ambassador Christophe Farnaud, in Riyadh.
Positive review of ASPIDES’ achievements & constructive regional dialogue to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation.
ITS ANDREA DORIA completed a successful close protection mission to merchant vessels in the area of operation, under EUNAVFOR ASPIDES.
The Force Commander (FCDR) of Operation EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, Commodore Michail Pantouvakis (EL-N), visited the Djibouti Coast Guard Maritime Training Centre at Camp Dorralieh. During his visit, he met with the Chief of the Djiboutian Coast Guard, Colonel Wais Omar Bogoreh. They had the opportunity to discuss matters related to the Djibouti Coast Guard's mission and issues of mutual cooperation.
The German detachment of the Beachcraft was awarded the EUNAVFOR ASPIDES Medal in recognition of their dedication and commitment. The medals were presented by the Chief of Staff, Captain (N) Nikolaos Sartzis, on behalf of the Operation Commander, Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis.
ITS ANDREA DORIA completed a successful close protection mission to merchant vessels in the area of operation, under EUNAVFOR ASPIDES.
The French frigate completed another series of successful close protection missions to merchant vessels in the area of operation under EUNAVFOR ASPIDES.
EUNAVFOR ASPIDES has a totally defensive mandate, contributes to regional stability and prosperity by providing safety to fellow seafarers and protecting global common goods.
Last week, EUNAVFOR ASPIDES Operation actively contributed to the Red Sea dynamics seminar exercise organized by the EU Special Representative for the Horn of Africa team. With EU political, diplomatic, and military actors covering the region, the event showcased the EU’s integrated approach in action-leveraging all its instruments for maritime security and regional stability.
The French frigate completed another series of successful close protection missions to merchant vessels in the area of operation under EUNAVFOR ASPIDES.
Last week, onboard ITS Andrea Doria, the Force Commander (FCDR) Commodore Michail PANTOUVAKIS (EL-N) welcomed an EU Ambassadors’ Delegation and other distinguished guests. They were informed about the current ASPIDES operational status.
ITS ANDREA DORIA completed a successful close protection mission to merchant vessels in the area of operation, under EUNAVFOR ASPIDES.
Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis, Commander of EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, co-chaired the 16th Industry Strategic Meeting, organised by EUNAVFOR ATALANTA, held in Madrid from 3 to 4 June.
An excellent opportunity to exchange actionable insights, coordinate efforts and enhance operational synergies with all Stakeholders.
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