Regional Coordination Operations Centre - RCOC - CRCO

30/09/2026

🌊 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐂𝐎𝐂 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐎𝐂 & 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 🇰🇲 🇲🇬 🇲🇺 🇸🇨

This week, maritime security is at the heart of the exercise of state sovereignty and the development of the blue economy in the Indian Ocean.

🤝 This seminar emphasises the mobilisation of parliamentary diplomacy in response to maritime security challenges and the strengthening of regional cooperation.

⚓ The RCOC, at the heart of the operational dimension, presented its missions and long-term vision. As the operational centre of the Regional Maritime Security Architecture ( ), the RCOC helps to coordinate operations of regional interest and support states’ activities at sea.

👉 Let us strengthen the dialogue between decision-makers and operational actors in order to transform regional cooperation into concrete actions for a safer sea and a sustainable blue economy.

With the support of AFD - Agence Française de Développement, and (SSA) Commission de l'océan Indien - Indian Ocean Commission

29/09/2026

🌊 𝗔𝗟𝗗𝗔𝗕𝗥𝗔 𝟱 | 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗖𝗢𝗖 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 – 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮

28/09/2026 – As part of the preparations for the ALDABRA 5 exercise, the RCOC had the honour of being welcomed aboard the Numancia, a Spanish warship deployed as part of Operation EUNAVFOR.

This immersion helped to strengthen exchanges between the various stakeholders involved in preparing for the exercise.
🔹 Operational briefing: RCOC International Liaison Officers (ILO’s) took part in a working session with the crew of the Numancia and the Seychelles Coast Guard, dedicated to the preparation and coordination of ALDABRA 5 operations.
🔹 Exchanges between operators: RCOC watchstanders communicated directly with operators at the Numancia’s operations centre. These exchanges enabled the sharing of operational practices and a better understanding of the procedures for coordinating and conducting operations at sea.

This meeting provides a concrete illustration of the importance of coordination, information-sharing and interoperability between operational centers and units deployed at sea, as well as of our partners’ commitment to supporting us in achieving the RCOC’s objectives.

Through these exchanges, the RCOC is helping to strengthen operational coordination mechanisms and maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean, in the interests of regional maritime security.

Rcoc Seychelles European Union Naval Force - Operation Atalanta

28/09/2026

24/09/2026

🌊 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐑𝐂𝐎 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞

At the invitation of the Rcoc Seychelles, with the support of the Commission de l'océan Indien - Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) / as part of the , a specialised regional course on the coordination of maritime search and rescue (SAR) operations took place in Mahajanga, Madagascar, from 21 to 25 September 2026.

Focusing on the role of the On-Scene Coordinator (OSC), this training course helped to strengthen the skills required to coordinate resources deployed in the field, facilitate the flow of operational information, manage communications and produce SITREPs, in coordination with SAR Mission Coordinators (SMCs) and Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres (MRCCs). It was attended by 22 participants from the Comoros, Djibouti, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Tanzania and La Réunion.

For the CRCO, the operational value of this training lies in particular in strengthening its capacity to exchange and share information, facilitate coordination between regional stakeholders and contribute to the continuity of maritime operations, particularly during operations involving several SAR regions.

🤝 This experience thus strengthens interoperability between stakeholders, cross-border coordination and the collective capacity to provide a rapid and coordinated response to distress situations at sea.
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🌊 𝐋𝐞 𝐂𝐑𝐂𝐎 𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭é𝐬 𝐨𝐩é𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐚𝐮𝐯𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞

Sur invitation du CRCO avec le soutien de la Commission de l’océan Indien (COI) / INSSPIOR dans le cadre du Programme SSA, un cours régional spécialisé sur la coordination des opérations de recherche et de sauvetage maritime (SAR), s’est déroulé à Mahajanga, Madagascar du 21 au 25 septembre 2026.

Axée sur la fonction d’On Scene Coordinator (OSC), cette formation a permis de renforcer les compétences nécessaires à la coordination des moyens engagés sur zone, à la circulation de l’information opérationnelle, aux communications et à la production de SITREP, en coordination avec les SAR Mission Coordinators (SMC) et les Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres (MRCC) de 22 participants de Comores, Djibouti, Madagascar, Maurice, Mozambique, Seychelles, Tanzanie et La Réunion.

Pour le CRCO, l’intérêt opérationnel de cette formation réside notamment dans le renforcement de sa capacité à échanger et partager l’information, faciliter la coordination entre les acteurs régionaux et contribuer à la continuité des opérations maritimes, notamment lors d’interventions impliquant plusieurs régions SAR.

🤝 Cette expérience renforce ainsi l’interopérabilité des acteurs, la coordination transfrontalière et la capacité collective à apporter une réponse rapide et coordonnée aux situations de détresse en mer.

16/09/2026

𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲: 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆

From 14 to 16 September 2026, the Rcoc Seychelles and the Regional Maritime Information Fusion Center took part in a best-practice exchange programme with the Information Fusion Centre (IFC Colombo), Sri Lanka, focused on sharing experiences in the field of maritime security.

Discussions focused on the fusion and sharing of maritime information and the coordination of operations at sea. The programme also included a visit to the Sri Lankan Navy, providing an opportunity to learn about its operational capabilities and coordination mechanisms.

Facilitated and funded by INTERPOL HQ, this programme aims to strengthen regional cooperation, information exchange and maritime security capabilities in the Indian Ocean.

08/09/2026

🌊𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻

The RCOC is taking part in a major regional consultation focusing on the findings of the comprehensive assessment of efforts to combat maritime wildlife trafficking in the Western Indian Ocean. Organised in Mauritius from 7 to 9 September by the Commission de l'océan Indien - Indian Ocean Commission as part of the ‘Safe Seas Africa ’ (SSA) and the NGO TRAFFIC, with the support of the US Department of State, this meeting aims to mark a decisive step forward in the fight against the illegal wildlife trade (IWT) and to examine the extension of this action plan to the entire Western Indian Ocean.

This meeting brings together key regional stakeholders to share the findings of the assessment, identify challenges and vulnerabilities related to the maritime trafficking of wildlife, and strengthen mechanisms for cooperation, coordination and information-sharing.

The CRCO’s participation is fully in line with its mission to strengthen regional maritime security and facilitate coordination between the various stakeholders within the Regional Maritime Security Architecture (RMSA).

07/09/2026

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗮

In its capacity as the Operations Coordination Centre, the RCOC is taking part in the Working Group 3 (WG3) regional workshop in Mombasa, Kenya, from 7 to 9 September, which is dedicated to operational cooperation and coordination at sea.

This workshop brings together various stakeholders and representatives from states in the region around a common objective:
🤝 strengthening regional cooperation;
📡 improving the sharing of maritime information;
⚓ coordinating operations at sea;
🌊 developing common mechanisms for a more effective response to maritime threats;
🔗 strengthening links between the various coordination centres and structures in the region.

The RCOC’s participation is fully in line with its mission to coordinate operations of regional interest and helps to strengthen synergies between the various regional maritime security mechanisms.

Through this participation, the RCOC reaffirms its commitment to an integrated regional approach to maritime security, based on cooperation, trust and coordination between the states and partners of the Indian Ocean.

04/09/2026

𝗥𝗖𝗢𝗖–𝗗𝗘𝗔 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗮 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻

As part of the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Regional Coordination Operations Centre (RCOC) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), a DEA officer is being hosted at the RCOC this Friday, 4 September 2026.

This visit to the RCOC constitutes an operational immersion, designed to foster direct exchanges between teams, to gain a better understanding of the RCOC’s procedures and coordination mechanisms, and to strengthen cooperation in the areas of information sharing and the fight against illicit trafficking at sea, particularly drug trafficking in the Indian Ocean.

Throughout the week, the DEA officer will take part in the Centre’s activities and engage in discussions with the various stakeholders, thereby helping to consolidate the institutional and operational links between the two organizations.

This initiative reflects the commitment of the RCOC and the DEA to giving concrete form to their partnership and to developing lasting cooperation in the interests of regional maritime security.

19/08/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

To improve the facilitation and visibility of regional operations, on Wednesday 19 August 2026 the RCOC organized a video conference with the air forces, navies and coastguards of ARSM member countries (Comoros, Djibouti, France, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius and the Seychelles) to discuss the improvement and harmonisation of operational documents, with a view to facilitating the planning, coordination and monitoring of maritime operations of regional interest.

The discussions and recommendations arising from this meeting will help to strengthen collaboration between the ARSM member states and the RCOC, as well as improve the effectiveness of regional coordination during future maritime operations.