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We have received 18 entries from 10 EU countries for the first edition of the European #GreeningAwardInitiative! 🌱 🌊 The Greening Initiative invited all the authorities that make up the European coast guard community to share their projects, campaigns, and sustainability actions aiming at greening our oceans and coast guard functions. ⭐ Curious to know the candidates? Meet them all at Greening Award Initiative: https://lnkd.in/dV54MCfd and choose your favourites! The winners will be selected by the organisers: #EFCA, #EMSA, #Frontex and the award ceremony will take place at the Annual European Coast Guard Event on 25-27 June in Tenerife, Spain 🇪🇸 👀 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dMAWkZPf 

The deadline for a #tender is extended! #Frontex is growing and hence, building and developing its fleet. Therefore, the agency intends to sign a four-year framework contract with a provider of fleet management and vehicle’s transport services. The tender will comprise of two lots:  1. Fleet management services  2. Vehicles’ transport services We invite tenderers to apply for one or both lots of the tender.  The future estimated contract value may reach up to 3 000 000 EUR.  We encourage you to submit your offers till the 7th of June 2024: https://lnkd.in/d2bJEi3B

🎯 Seven stolen cars, worth over 500,000 Euro, detected in just one month, in addition to drugs and other cross-border crimes. ❓ How? With dedication and proficiency. Where? In the biggest border crossing point (BCP) in Europe, and the second in the world. By whom? Our EU border guards deployed there 👮♀️👮 📍 Kapitan Andreevo BCP is a Mecca for border guards, due to its professional growth potential, and the end of the road for all sorts of criminals 🇧🇬 Located in Bulgaria, at the border with Türkiye, it recorded 7.6 million passengers last year with 3.5 million vehicles 🚘 🌟 “The #Frontex team here is amazing. My colleagues are reliable, and willing to go above and beyond while doing their work” said Daniel, Frontex group leader in Kapitan Andreevo. 💎 Our EU border guards deployed there have solid expertise in detecting cross-border crime, stolen vehicles, and fraudulent travel documents. Together with a canine team, they have become renowned for their proficiency. 👉 Apart from that, the EU border guards deployed in Kapitan Andreevo BCP have another thing in common. They all speak highly about the Bulgarian authorities’ professionalism and their openness to teamwork 🤝

Happy 17 May, Norway! 🇳🇴 👋 As we celebrate the Norwegian national day, we would like to acknowledge our Norwegian colleagues! Meet Hilde – an information officer working in Greece. 🎒 “I like to travel, and I like to see new places, new cultures. You’re challenging yourself by going alone without anybody, you know. I’ve always fancied the idea of actually living in a place for a longer period and seeing more of the local life than if you’re a tourist. 🤝 “That’s what I think is most interesting. You get to know local people differently because you're working there, living there, not just visiting for a week. Also, because I learn a lot of things that I can actually use at my regular job back home.” 17 EU border guards from Norway work in #Frontex operations all around Europe 🇪🇺

📲 Join our online Industry Day on exploring innovative and emerging solutions! This time, we are particularly interested in counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) 🕹️ as well as adversarial red teaming services to test the effectiveness and responsiveness of C-UAS solutions 🤓 ✨ Industry days offer an opportunity to highlight your projects to European experts and policymakers. They are also a chance to connect with Frontex specialists and national border guard authorities 🤝 📌 Event: online (Webex); registration including a brief overview of your proposed solutions required! https://lnkd.in/dRavrP4y 👈 📅Date: Wednesday, 12 June 2024  🔗 Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/dAkqF2Cr 👈 🔜 We want to shape the future of neutralizing drone threats at the borders together with you 🫵

We have wrapped up a coast guard functions workshop in Cascais 🇵🇹 organised together with Marinha Portuguesa - Página Oficial and GNR - Guarda Nacional Republicana in the framework of European Coast Guard Functions Forum 🌊🤝 💡 During the two days, we explored the latest advancements in technology, such as artificial intelligence – essential tools in improving maritime surveillance. The use of innovations not only enhance our operational capabilities but also ensure the protection of lives at sea and the security of our borders. 👮♀️ A key focus was also placed on leadership diversity within the coast guard sector. The "Women in Coast Guard" panel highlighted the importance of empowering women to take on more prominent roles in maritime security, a step that is crucial for building a resilient and inclusive coast guard. Thank you to all the participants for their invaluable contributions and to our hosts in Portugal for their hospitality! Together, we are setting new benchmarks in maritime security and leadership 🚢🌍

🆕 FROM EU'S EXTERNAL BORDERS: 🆕 📊 The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union in the first four months of 2024 fell by nearly a quarter (23%) to around 63 400. 🗺️ Western Balkans and Central Mediterranean routes saw the biggest drops in detections of irregular crossings among the major migratory routes (-69% and -62%, respectively). The Western African and Eastern Mediterranean routes experienced the highest increases (+375% and +105%). 👮♀️👮 Over 2 800 #Frontex officers and other staff members work in operations across the EU. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dpWt9KzS

We're proud to share that thousands of visitors stopped by the Frontex booth at #EUOpenDay in Brussels! Our dedicated officers and staff interacted with curious minds eager to learn about Europe's first uniformed service. Our guests got an up-close look at the crucial work our border guards perform in safeguarding Europe’s borders, while embracing our common values. Through interactive sessions, many discovered the intricate details of identity and travel documents and tested the specialised equipment that helps protect our borders, such as thermal cameras and heartbeat detectors. A big thank you to all who attended and interacted with our officers and team. Your curiosity and support help us to better communicate our role in protecting Europe's borders. We're excited for more opportunities to connect and share our mission with you! 🇪🇺💙

Professional Highlight: Horia, Frontex's Expert in Motor Vehicle Crime Detection We are proud to showcase the remarkable achievements of Horia, a Category 2 Romanian standing corps officer. With his keen expertise in motor vehicle crime detection, Horia has significantly contributed to our operations in Greece and, recently, Bulgaria. 🚗 In just his first shift at the Kapitan Andreevo border crossing, Horia detected a stolen car, setting the tone for his continued success at Europe's busiest border crossing. Horia believes in the power of experience, a bit of luck, and, crucially, collaboration with national authorities and Frontex colleagues. "It’s the strong partnership and shared goals that drive our success," he says. 🌐 His journey from a car enthusiast to a key player in EU border security is a testament to where passion aligned with profession can lead. 🔗 Connect with us to explore more about our operations and the dedicated individuals behind our mission at Frontex. #Leadership #BorderManagement #PublicSafety #Frontex