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NATO MARITIMEINTERDICTION

OPERATIONAL TRAININGCENTRE

COURSECATALOGUE

HELLENIC NATIONAL DEFENCE GENERAL STAFFPUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE

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NMIOTC Commandant’s foreword

The maritime environment is characterized by complexity and diversity and its very nature offers abundant freedom for trading initiatives but also for activities that may threaten the security of Nations or the free flow of commerce. Terrorist movement or terrorist support, human trafficking and Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction are just a few examples of activities that may be conducted from or through the sea. The threat emanating from the sea has a global nature and the defense against it is a challenge that NATO member nations and partners have to meet.

Global security challenges, like this one, have led the Alliance to seek for new capabilities and, by implication, new training requirements have risen. In the field of Maritime Interdiction Operations (MIOs), NMIOTC responds to these requirements and leads the efforts aiming at improving the capabilities of allied and partner naval units to conduct interdiction operations that will address a wide range of maritime security challenges.

The Centre, as part of the Alliance’s transformational network, not only trains naval units on MIO, but also provides SACT with proposals for new doctrines, tactics, methods and equipment in the field of Maritime Interdiction Operations. Our aim is to develop a diverse and talented Maritime Interdiction Operations workforce via training, education, mentoring and opportunities for teams and individuals to gain experience and realize their full potential. By embracing NATO standards, contacting initiatives, developing concepts and emphasizing on training and experimentation, NMIOTC participates actively in the effort of allied and emerging partner forces integration and interoperability improvement.

We stand ready to welcome allies and partners to our training programs and initiatives in order to contribute to the combined effort of developing solutions and addressing current and emerging global security challenges. Working together with the MIO experts will enhance the readiness, capability and capacity to achieve mission objectives while conducting interdiction operations.

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INDEX

INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................3

NMIOTC Mission ..............................................................................................3

NMIOTC Training Concept ...............................................................................4

NMIOTC Location & Access .............................................................................5

STRUCTURE ...................................................................................................6

NMIOTC Organisation ......................................................................................6

NMIOTC Infrastructure .....................................................................................7

NMIOTC Assets ................................................................................................8

TRAINING COURSES ....................................................................................�0

COURSE 1000: Command Team MIO Issues ...............................................�0

COURSE 2000: Boarding Team Classroom Issues .......................................�0

COURSE 3000: Boarding Team Practical Issues ..........................................�8

COURSE 4000: Naval Unit Final Tactical Exercise (FTX) .............................38

COURSE 5000: Maritime Operational Terminology Course ..........................43

MOBILE TRAINING TEAMS (MTT’s) .............................................................44

FINANCIAL ASPECTS ...................................................................................45

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS-ACOMMODATION ..................................................46

CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................48

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INTRODUCTION

NMIOTC Mission

NMIOTC conducts combined training necessary for NATO and PfP

forces to better execute surface, sub-surface, aerial surveillance and

special operations activities in support of Maritime Interdiction Operations

(MIO). NMIOTC aims at improving allied and partner vessels’ expertise

in MIO, while promoting skills, interoperability and cooperation among

them, as well as supporting ACT in developing MIO tactical doctrines,

directives and manuals. Moreover, NMIOTC supports ACT in research,

experimentation, modeling and simulation while it contributes to ACT’s

lessons-learned process.

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NMIOTC Training Concept

a. The Courses refer to Command Teams and Boarding Teams separately, due to the fact that their roles and responsibilities are distinguished in a Maritime Interdiction Operation (MIO).

The Command Team deepens thoroughly in all organizational and procedural aspects of MIO through classroom indoctrination, while the Boarding Team, after having obtained the theoretical background and safety precautions, proceeds to the gradual Practical training, adjustable to their capabilities.

Both Teams, having completed the step-by-step capability build-up and once their knowledge, understanding and adherence to the safety precautions is validated (as well as the pertinent knowledge of the education material), are challenged to perform an operation as a whole, where their skills and cooperation are evaluated.

b. The modular Course structure, allows the formulation of training programs, tailored to the needs and time / operational constraints of each naval unit or group of trainees.

c. Both NATO and PfP/MD/ICI naval units have a similar course structure, taking into account the security/ classification issues. The difference between those Courses is that while NATO training is driven by ATP-71, the respective PfP/MD/ICI training is driven by EXTAC 1012.

d. Although designed for Teams and Units, the Courses properly formulated, are also delivered to individuals, during scheduled training periods.

e. In order to provide ad-hoc MIO training to nations/ organizations/ units, unavailable to bring the personnel at NMIOTC, Mobile Training Teams are ready to be transferred at the customer’s facilities.


NMIOTC Location & Access

NMIOTC is located in Souda Bay, on the Greek island of Crete. It can

be easily accessed by the port of Souda and Chania (CHQ) or Heraklion

(HER) airports (the latter via coach service). Berthing is available at the

Souda Naval Base area for visiting naval units, while adequate and safe

anchoring space is also available in the Bay. Military aircraft can safely

land and fuel at the adjacent Hellenic Air Force Base.


STRUCTURE

NMIOTC Organization

NMIOTC is headed by a Hellenic Navy 1-Star Flag Officer and comprises

his Command Group and 3 Directorates. The Staff is multinational with

40% of the 114 posts open to allied personnel.


NMIOTC Infrastructure

NMIOTC installations

include the Main Building

offering classrooms,

conference-sized

auditorium, conference hall

and spare offices. Parking

lots, boat handling and

storage facilities are also

available.


NMIOTC Assets

Containers Stack. A three

containers stack is being used for

the Container inspection module

(3010). The stack is situated next

to the main building at the training

ground area. It is being used

during the practical training, by

the trainees, to exercise climbing

– opening techniques.

Training Tower. A 15meter training tower is being used for the Heliborne

insertion/extraction module (3070). It is also situated next to the main

building at the training ground area. It is being used during the practical

training, by the trainees, to exercise fast rope descents from 6 and 12

meters, in order to get familiarized prior to execution from helo.

Mockup Ship. An ex-training

ship “HS ARIS”, 130 meters

long, with multiple decks and

the accommodation philosophy

of merchant ships is being

used for multiple practical

training modules such as

Small arms training (3020),

Tactical sweep (3030), Crew control (3040), RHIB insertion (3060),

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Boarding under multiple threats (3080) and for Simulated MIO scenarios.

It is situated alongside a pier, near the NMIOTC main building. During the

practical training, the trainees have the opportunity to train in a “…real

environment…”

Helo. Hellenic Navy’s SH70

helos are used for the

Heliborne insertion/extraction

module (3070). The Fast Rope

procedures’ training is being

conducted at the airfield of the

115 FW which is located within

30 minutes drive from NMIOTC. The trainees during the practical training

perform day and night fast rope descents from the helo.

RHIBs. Two 9.5 meter RHIBS with specification to carry 12 men Boarding

Team and with modification to fulfill the needs of boarding operations are

used for the practical training. These RHIBS are used during the RHIB

insertion and Small boat handling modules (3060, 3070). Additionally,

a 6 meter RHIB is being used to cover safety requirements during the

practical training.

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TRAINING COURSES

COURSE SERIES “1000”: Command Team MIO Issues

The aim of this course is to train

Command Team personnel in applying

NATO doctrines and

procedures in MIO in an effective and

efficient way. The structure of the course

is shown in the table:

�0�0 MIO Operational Planning�0�0 MIO Messages�030 Intel Support to MIO�040 Legal Issues-ROE�050 MIO Phases�060 Units Organization�070 Air Assets�080 Psychological Aspects

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General information pertinent to all “1000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 55 and Min: 6 students

Prerequisites:a. Language proficiency: Students must have the

following standards of proficiency in English (as

described/coded in STANAG 6001):

1/ Listening (Good/3).

2/ Speaking (Good/2).

3/ Reading (Good/3).

4/ Writing (Good/2).

(SLP 3232)

b. Computer skills: basic skills in a Graphical User

Interface (GUI) Operating Systems, as well as basic

skills in word processing.

NMIOTC provides: classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities,

Lectures, PPT, internet access, NMIOTC intranet, handouts, projector,

Student Guide (where applicable).

Other: The classification of the modules is mainly NATO Unclassified

for NATO members releasable to PfP/MD/ICI, except the Module 1030

which has NATO Secret classification and has been modified for PfP/

MD/ICI members. A whole version releasable to Partners, properly

sanitized from Security Point of view, 6/1010, 6/1020, 6/1030, 6/1040,

6/1050, 6/1060, 6/1070 and 6/1080 is also available.

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“1000 series” Module description

MODULE 1010 – Maritime Interdiction Operational Planning

Description: The main objective of the Module is the comprehension from the Command Team personnel of the Maritime Interdiction Operation (MIO) Concept and the improvement of its skills to the necessary level in order to plan and execute effectively MIOs.

This module provides an introduc-tion to Maritime Interdiction Operations describing definitions of key terms relat-ed to this kind of operations and the ba-sic concept upon which there are based on. Topics include MIOs’ authorization provisions and implementations, com-mand and control relationships and re-sponsibilities as well as communication issues. The module also identifies key elements of operational planning proc-ess (OPP) used in MIOs, which means that attributes, principles and different stages of OPP are being discussed ex-

tensively. Safety issues related to different phases of MIOs are thoroughly illustrated. Additional analysis of Lessons Learned from previous MIOs is provided. Examples based on previous and ongoing Operations (e.g. Op-eration Active Endeavour, UNIFIL, Sharp Guard), are being used.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion, the Command Team will improve its knowledge and understanding for:1. The definitions of MIO related key-terms.2. The Concept of Maritime Interdiction Operations.3. The Operational Planning Process and its application in MIO.4. The implementation of safety precautions necessary for MIOs. The duration of the module is 8 training hours.

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MODULE 1020 – Maritime Interdiction Operation Messages

Description: The main objective of the module is the improvement of skills of the Command Team per-sonnel regarding the comprehension and drafting of MIO related mes-sages, especially the OPTASK MIO and OPTASK MIO SUPP. Examples based on previous and ongoing Op-erations (eg Operation Active En-deavour, UNIFIL, Sharp Guard), are being used.

The module briefly presents OPGEN and OPTASK MIO messag-es, while a detailed list of all MIO re-lated messages is brought forward. The general data necessary to be included in these messages and all the information that is usually pro-vided in their formatted fields are be-ing illustrated, as well as completed examples are being thoroughly ana-lyzed.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Command Team will be efficient in:1. Understanding the formatted fields of OPTASK MIO and OPTASK

MIO SUPP messages.2. Understanding the fields of other MIO related Messages.3. Applying their knowledge and draft the aforementioned messages.

The duration of the module is 2 training hours.


MODULE 1030 - INTEL Support to MIO

Description: The main objective of the

module is to provide the Command Team

personnel with the required knowledge to

comprehend the intelligence background,

recourses and requirements related to the

planning and execution of MIO.

During this module, theoretical issues related to intelligence and their

applications in actual operations are being discussed. The most relevant

to MIO intelligence tools, military and civil, are presented. This way the

trainnes are given a complete picture of the Intelligence background and

the information handling with respect to MIO. Topics include civil oriented

data bases, Brite framework, AIS, AMVER, NAMESIS and LRIT. Addi-

tionally the importance and contribution of Naval Cooperation And Guid-

ance for Shipping (NCAGS) and NATO Shipping Center (NSC) to MIOs,

is discussed.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Command Team will have a

good understanding for:

1. The general theoretical background related to “MIO intelligence” gath-

ering and handling.

2. The intelligence structure used within NATO with respect to MIO.

3. The use of existing tools and databases in support of MIO.

4. Specific intelligence requirements related to MIO.



MODULE 1040 - Legal Issues – Rules Of Engagement

Description: The main objective

of the Module is the improvement

of Command Team member’s

knowledge with respect to the legal

framework and the related aspects

that affect MIO as well as compre-

hend, by application, the impact of

ROE in the planning and execution of MIO.

This module provides an introduction to the legal framework related

to Maritime Interdiction Operations (MIOs), describes and explains the

relation between ROE and International Law, the impact of National Laws

in ROE implementation and touches upon specific ROE topics such as,

for example, the self-defense. The module also illustrates NATO ROE

applicable to MIO and NATO procedures related to ROE request / autho-

rization / implementation. Additional analysis of Lessons Identified from

previous MIO and implementation of ROE is provided.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion of the module Command Team

will be better able to:

1. Describe and explain the legal framework related to MIOs and NATO

ROE.

2. Handle NATO ROE procedures.



MODULE 1050 – Maritime Interdiction Operations’ Phases

Description: The main objective of the module is to provide the Command Team personnel with the required knowledge to define, distinguish, plan and conduct the different MIO phases.

This module provides an overview of the execution of MIOs and introduces the various MIO phases. Furthermore, it out-lines the intelligence support needed prior to starting any MIO. Topics include area surveillance and contact assessment dur-ing MIOs, Suspect Vessel Interrogation, Approach and Stopping procedures (SVI-AS), shipboard requirements and prepara-tions needed prior to starting the SVIAS, boarding and/or diversion procedures. Is-

sues related to procedures followed by Special Operations Forces (SOF) during takedown operations and exploitation of their capabilities in MIOs, are thoroughly covered.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Command Team will improve its knowledge and efficiency in:1. Understanding the importance of surveillance in order to collect

intelligence required for the boarding party or takedown forces.2. Improving skills on contact assessment in order to build the recognized

maritime picture (RMP).3. Performing effectively and efficiently the different MIOs phases in

accordance with established NATO procedures4. Supporting SOF during takedown operations related to MIOs.



MODULE 1060 – Units’ Organization

Description: The main objective of the module is the improvement of Command Team member’s skills up to to comprehend and apply the inter-nal organization of their naval unit in order to safely and successfully con-duct MIOs.

This module describes and ex-plains the shipboard organization re-lated to MIOs. The composition and responsibilities of Command, Board-ing and Ship Control Teams are being analyzed. Support requirements for Boarding Team and the safe usage of equipment related to MIOs are being discussed. Topics also include com-mand and operational briefs, as well as defensive considerations.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Command Team will be ef-ficient in understanding:1. The general tasks and responsibilities of Command Team.2. The general tasks, responsibilities and support requirements of Board-

ing Team.3. The internal organization of the Ship Control Team.4. The equipment requirements related to MIO.



MODULE 1070 - Air Assets

Description: The main ob-jective of the module is to im-prove the Command Team’s knowledge about air assets capabilities and their effec-tive use during MIO.

This module provides the main capabilities and usage methods of specific Air As-sets (MPA, Helicopter, UAV) in support of MIOs. It also explores and provides ex-ploitation methods of these assets so that a MIO to be most efficient and effective. Cooperation procedures with

these assets and their operational employment are thoroughly covered.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Command Team will improve its knowledge and ability in order to be efficient in comprehending:1. The MPA capabilities, usage and exploitation in MIO.2. The HELO capabilities, usage and exploitation in MIO.3. The UAV capabilities, usage and exploitation in MIO.



MODULE 1080 - Psychological Aspects

Description: The main objective of the module is to improve the Command Team’s understanding of the psychological issues related to the various actors involved in MIOs and improve its skills for conducting negotiations.

This module provides an in depth illustration of psychological issues related to the environmental and operational conditions during MIOs, concerning both Boarding Team (BT) and Suspect Vessels’ crew. Theoretical knowledge necessary to negotiators and analysts in order to manage potential hazardous situations during MIOs are being provided, extensive examples of different situations are being discussed. Topics include BT and crew psychology factors, motivation techniques, stress management, power projection techniques, behavioural management and negotiations strategy and styles.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Command Team will:1. Have a better knowledge and ability to comprehend the Boarding Team

psychology during MIOs.2. Have a better knowledge and ability to comprehend the Suspect Vessel

Crew psychology during vessels’ inspection.3. Be able to conduct more effective negotiations during MIOs.



COURSE SERIES “2000”: Boarding Team Classroom Issues

The aim of this course is to

train Boarding Team personnel

in safely and successfully

applying NATO doctrines

and procedures in MIO. The

structure of the course is

shown in the table:

�0�0 Actions Other than Sweep Onboard Suspect Vessel�0�0 Inspection / Detection Techniques�030 Intel Gathering on MIO Targets�040 Tactical MIO Planning�050 Boarding Team Psychology�060 Suspect Vessel Crew Psychology



Class Size: Max: 12 and Min: 8 students

Prerequisites:

a. Language proficiency: Students must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in STANAG 6001):

1/ Listening (Good/3).2/ Speaking (Good/2).3/ Reading (Good/3).4/ Writing (Good/2).

(SLP 3232)

b. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing.

NMIOTC provides: Classroom equipped multimedia capabilities,

Lectures, PPT, Internet access, NMIOTC Intranet, Handouts, Projector,

Student guide (where applicable).

Other: The classification of the modules is NATO Unclassified released

to PfP/MD/ICI for NATO and No NATO members. A whole version

releasable to Partners, properly sanitized from Security Point of view,

6/2010, 6/2020, 6/2030, 6/2040, 6/2050 and 6/2060 is also available.

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MODULE 2010 - Actions Other than Tactical Sweep on Board Suspect Vessel (SV)

Description: The main objective of the module is the improvement of the Boarding Party’s (BP) skills necessary to perform actions other than tactical sweep on board a Suspect Vessel from embarkation through to hand over to a Ship Control Team. The trainees have the opportunity to go through and analyze all the actions necessary to be performed during boarding operations, the coordination needed between the elements of the Boarding Party, the insertion assets and the mother ship. Additionally they go through the general

and the specialized equipment required to accomplish a boarding operation. Boarding officers (BO) and BP member analyze BO task list in accordance with ATP 71 and STANAG 1012.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Boarding Party will be better able to:1. Understand tasks other than tactical sweep that must be performed

during a boarding operation. 2. Understand the usage of essential Boarding Party equipment.



MODULE 2020 - Inspection / Detection Techniques

Description: The Module’s main objective is to improve the Board-ing Party’s skills necessary to perform inspection and detection during a boarding operation.The trainees have the opportunity to go through all the documenta-tion / certifications that have to be inspected on every merchant vessel in accordance with IMO regulations. They are able to understand the difficulties and the dangers that they may encounter during cargo inspection on different types of merchant vessels. Additionally they understand the necessary informa-tion that has to be gathered in order to complete the evidence collection package generally and in the case of seized vessels in accordance with ATP 71 and STANAG 1012.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Boarding Party will be better able to:1. Improve skills necessary to perform efficient document inspection.2. Improve skills necessary to perform efficient cargo inspection.



MODULE 2030 - INTEL Gathering on MIO Targets

Description: The Module’s main ob-jective is to improve the Boarding Par-ty’s tactical awareness by understand-ing the intelligence demands required to support tactical planning of board-ing operations.

The Boarding Party members re-ceive an understanding of what infor-mation, regarding the environment, the Suspect Vessel’s crew and the Suspect vessel itself is required, in or-der to assist in devising a thorough op-erations plan. Furthermore the Board-

ing Party members become familiar with the intelligence collection assets and capabilities that most ships possess or have access to. Additionally they are exposed to a specific methodology of utilizing the chain of com-mand in order to have access to all the information required for plan-ning.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Boarding Party will be better able to:1. Understand the intelligence content on a target vessel in order to sup-

port tactical planning.2. Understand the information collecting capabilities of own ship.

The duration of the module is � training hours.


MODULE 2040 - Tactical MIO Planning

Description: The Mod-ule’s main objective is to improve the Boarding Party’s skills necessary to plan, coordinate and ex-ecute MIO from the initial Warning Order through to the final debriefing.

In this module, the trainees fully understand the importance of forward planning, time management and previous boarding operations experience. Certain, extremely thorough, planning procedure is being presented to the boarding party. This module is struc-tured in such a way so as to guide the trainees step by step through the planning procedure while focusing on other issues such as BP and Com-mand Team interaction during the planning process.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Boarding Party will be better able to:1. Understand the tactical planning process. 2. Improve skills in applying the tactical planning process



MODULE 2050 - Boarding Team Psychology

Description: The Mod-

ule’s main objective is

to improve the Boarding

Party’s tactical awareness

with respect to Boarding

Party psychology.

In this module, the

trainees get familiar with

combat stress factors and

the way to recognise physical and mental symptoms of combat stress.

The Boarding Party members receive an understanding of how to man-

age individual and team stress. Additionally, they learn how to implement

stress managing techniques during training or actual operations.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Boarding Party will be better

able to:

1. Understand the effects of team psychology upon the execution of a

boarding.

2. Improve skills to influence team psychology.

The duration of the module is � training hours.


MODULE 2060 - Suspect Vessel’s (SV’s) Crew Psychology

Description: The main objective of the

Module is to improve the Boarding Par-

ty’s tactical awareness with respect to

Suspect Vessel’s crew psychology.

In this module, the trainees go

through and analyze all the factors that

affect the Suspect Vessel’s crew psy-

chology during all phases of a board-

ing operation. They also understand the

power projection escalation/ techniques

that can be used on ‘ship to ship’ level

and on ‘BP to crew’ level. Finally they

understand the categorization of the

crew in accordance with their behaviour and also the behavioural man-

agement in each case.


able to:

1. Understand the effects of the Suspect Vessel crew psychology upon

the execution of a boarding.

2. Improve skills to influence Suspect Vessel crew psychology.



COURSE SERIES “3000”: Boarding Team Practical Issues

The aim of this course is to

train Boarding Team person-

nel in safely and successfully

applying NATO doctrines and

procedures in MIO. The struc-

ture of the course is shown in

the table:

30�0 Container Inspection30�0 Small Arms Training3030 Tactical Sweep3040 Crew Control / Suspect Crew Handling3050 Small Boat Handling3060 RHIB Insertion3070 Heliborne Insertion / Extraction3080 Boarding Under Multiple Threats



Class Size: Max: 12 and Min: 8, with an exception, in “Module 3050” (Max: 4, Min: 1)

Prerequisites:


1/ Listening (Good/3).2/ Speaking (Fair/2).3/ Reading (Good/3).4/ Writing (Good/3).

(SLP 3233)b. Trainees must have successfully completed course 2000,

“Boarding Team Classroom Issues”. Additionally, they must be nationally Rappel qualified (for Module 3010), qualified as Small Arms Weapon users (for Module 3020), qualified as coxswains (for Module 3050), qualified as “swimmers” (for Module 3060) and qualified as Fast Ropers (for Module 3070).

NMIOTC provides: Classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities, Lectures, PPT, Internet access, NMIOTC Intranet, Handouts, Projector, Student guide (where applicable), training ship, rope access equipment, training weapons, personal gear, three-stack containers, wooden and remote control targets, RHIB, hook and pole, caving ladder, FRIES, rotary wing aircraft.

Other: The classification of the modules is NATO Unclassified released to PfP/MD/ICI for NATO and Non NATO members. A whole version releasable to Partners, properly sanitized from Security Point of view, 6/3010, 6/3020, 6/3030, 6/3040, 6/3050, 6/3060, 6/3070 and 6/3080 is also available.



MODULE 3010 - Container inspection

Description: The main ob-jective of the Module is to improve the Boarding Party’s skills necessary to safely and effectively inspect a stack of containers. In this module, the trainees during the practi-cal training exercise climbing

techniques and opening methods on a stack of three containers using the NMIOTC’s equipment. Additionally the trainees go thoroughly through the dangers that they may encounter during container inspection opera-tions and all the safety measures that need to be followed in order to execute this kind of operation.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Boarding Party will be better able to:1. Implement skills on using inspection equipment.2. Implement skills on inspection procedures.

The duration of the module is 5 training hours (1h classroom and 4h practical).

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MODULE 3020 - Small Arms Training


of the Module is to improve the

Boarding Party’s skills neces-

sary to use firearms in confined

spaces.

During the practical train-

ing in this module, the trainees

initially get familiar with basic techniques on how to use both weapon

systems (submachine gun and pistol). Then they execute drills on how

to overcome weapons malfunctions, changing magazines, transition

techniques, moving and shooting techniques and immediate threat tech-

niques. All drills are being conducted using MP9 sim submachine gun

and Glock 17 sim pistol.


able to:

1. Understand the use of firearms.

2. Improve skills on using firearms.

The duration of the module is 5 training hours (1h classroom and 4h

practical).

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MODULE 3030 - Tactical Sweep


of the Module is the improvement

of the Boarding Party’s skills nec-

essary to perform tactical move-

ment/sweep onboard a suspect

vessel (SV).

During the practical training,

the trainees learn step by step

the room clearing fundamentals. They also learn and execute techniques

on how to clear corners, ladders and stairwells. Additionally they learn

and execute tactical movement in passageways, small compartments

and also on open decks. Finally they are evaluated on basic room clear-

ing, using simmunition weapons systems and rounds.

All the practical training is conducted onboard the mock up ship. This

practical training gives a unique opportunity to all Boarding Party mem-

bers to train in a realistic environment.


able to:

1. Understand the appropriate techniques/procedures during tactical

move/sweep.

2. Improve tactical move/sweep skills.



MODULE 3040 - Crew Control/Suspect Crew Handling

Description: The Module’s main

objective is to improve the Board-

ing Party’s skills necessary to safe-

ly approach, neutralize and secure

crew of a suspect vessel (SV).

During this module, the train-

ees learn and put into practice a

full skill set of dealing with compli-

ant or non compliant crew members and also arrest and searching tech-

niques. The module addresses proposed actions that a boarding team

member should execute in case he/she is confronted by an armed crew

member.


able to:

1. Understand crew control tactics.

2. Improve crew control skills.


practical).


MODULE 3050 - Small Boat Handling

Description: The main objec-

tive of the Module is to improve

the coxswains’ skills necessary

to handle small boats in sup-

port of MIO.


ing the trainees thoroughly go

through all the main RHIB pre-

sail checks that must be completed before every sail. They also learn and

execute basic techniques on how to manoeuvre and approach a suspect

vessel. Additionally, they learn and execute immediate action drills in

case of receiving fire, during approach and at the stand by position. They

also execute man over board and towing drills.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the coxswains will be better able

to:

1. Understand small boat organization.

2. Improve boat manoeuvring.


practical).


MODULE 3060 - RHIB Insertion (BT Tactical Move During RHIB Insertion)

Description: The Module’s main objec-

tive is the improvement of the Boarding

Party’s skills in RHIB insertion.

During this module, the trainees get

familiar with all the equipment required

in order to execute a safe and success-

ful vessel embarkation using a pilot’s

ladder or the hook and pole method.

As the module progresses the trainees

execute numerous vessel embarkations

from a RHIB using the aforementioned

equipment. The RHIB insertion module

is conducted by using the Centre’s two

9.5 m RHIBs and the mock-up ship, as

a target vessel.


able to:

1. Understand of the equipment usage in RHIB insertion.

2. Improve RHIB insertion skills.


practical).


MODULE 3070 - Heliborne Insertion

Description: The main ob-

jective of the Module is the

improvement of the Boarding

Party’s skills necessary to per-

form Fast Rope Insertion.


ing the trainees exercise in fast

rope descents from the training

tower. The descending height

is progressively increased from 6m to 12m, both day and night. During

the final stage of the training, they conduct both day and night fast rope

descents with full gear from a helicopter.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Boarding Party will be better able to:1. Understand the equipment used in Fast rope.2. Improve Fast rope skills.



MODULE 3080 - Boarding Under Multiple Threats (Booby traps, CBRN material etc.)

Description: The Module’s main objective is to improve the Board-ing Team’s skills necessary to conduct boarding operations un-der multiple threats (booby traps, CBRN material existence etc.).

During this module, the train-ees gain a theoretical understand-ing of the threats (military or impro-vised explosive devices, CBRN materials, hazardous cargo) they may come across. Additionally they are familiarised with the ef-fects of certain CBRN materials on humans and the actions that need to be taken upon finding and recognizing them. The practical portion of the module addresses searching methods that a Boarding Party may utilise in order to conduct

a safe search of a vessel while under the aforementioned threats.

Specific Objectives: Upon completion the Boarding Party will be better able to:1. Understand possible threats that can be encountered during boarding

operations.2. Improve skills in conducting boarding under multiple threats.



COURSE SERIES “4000”: Naval Unit Final Tactical Exercise (FTX)

The main objective of the

course is to evaluate ship’s

performance, as a whole,

in safely and successfully

applying NATO doctrines

and procedures in MIO

operations, through the

execution of an exercise at sea. To achieve this objective, the following

training modules have been developed for this course:

40�0 Evaluation of Command Team’s ability to plan and execute MIO in accordance with NATO doctrines and procedures.

40�0 Evaluation of Boarding Team’s ability to plan and conduct VBSS in accordance with NATO doctrines and procedures.

4030 Evaluation of ship’s internal organization, ship’s equipments condition and utilization related to MIO.



Unit: A naval unit with capabilities in MIO.

Prerequisites:


1/ Listening (Good/3).2/ Speaking (Good/2).3/ Reading (Good/3).4/ Writing (Good/2).

(SLP 3232)b. Computer skills: -.

NMIOTC provides: Exercise’s documents (EXSPEC, EXPLAN, Exercise

Scenario, Intel and exercise messages), training mock-up ship/simulator

for the module 4020. The Center may also provide, upon request, a naval

unit to act as target vessel during the exercise.

Other: The classification of the modules is NATO Unclassified released

to PfP/MD/ICI for NATO and No NATO members. A whole version releas-

able to Partners, properly sanitized from Security Point of view, 6/4010,

6/4020 and 6/4030 is also available.


MODULE 4010 - Evaluation of Command Team’s Ability to Plan and Execute MIO

Description: The main ob-jective of the Module is to evaluate Command Team’s ability to effectively and ef-ficiently plan and contact MIOs IAW NATO doctrines and procedures, through the execution of MIO related scenarios.

After the successful completion of courses 1000, 2000 and 3000, the unit participates in the exercise “Open Seas”. This is the Final Tacti-cal Exercise (FTX) which is based on a scenario related to MIO and is being controlled by EXCONCELL comprising of NMI OTC staff and it is conducted at. Exercise’s documents (EXSPEC, EXPLAN, Exercise Sce-nario, Intel and exercise messages) are delivered to the participating ship well in advance. Command Team prepares the OPTASK MIO related to the scenario and the ship must be properly organized and ready to con-duct MIOs. During the exercise, Command Team practices in:1. Legal issues related to MIO, impact of ROE to MIO and ROE Request/

Authorization/Implementation procedures.2. Intelligence gathering and conducting surface operations in support of

MIO.3. Standard MIO communication procedures.4. Planning and conducting different MIO phases.During FTX, NMIOTC’s Sea Training Instructors evaluate ship’s Com-mand Team for their ability to work as a team (organizing, planning, ex-ecuting) during MIOs.

The duration of the module (FTX) is 7 hours.


MODULE 4020 - Evaluation of Boarding Team’s Ability to Plan and Conduct VBSS

Description: The main ob-jective of the Module is to evaluate Boarding Team’s ability to safely and suc-cessfully plan and conduct Visit, Board, Search and Seize (VBSS) IAW NATO doctrines and procedures, through the execution of MIO related scenarios dur-ing a real time exercise.

This module is conducted in two different phases. During first phase, naval unit’s Boarding Team exercises VBSS scenarios on the training mock-up ship and practices in NMIOT’s simulator. During second phase, which is the FTX, NMIOTC’s Sea Training Instructors evaluate ship’s Boarding Team for their ability to work as a team (organizing, planning, executing) during MIOs. Ship’s Boarding Team plans and conducts VBSS in real world environment in accordance with different MIOs related sce-narios. Particularly, ship’s BT prepares tactical plans, executes opera-tional briefs and contacts underway boarding.

The duration of the practice training on the training mock-up ship is 4 hours, while the duration of the FTX is 7 hours.

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MODULE 4030 - Evaluation of Ship’s Internal Organization


of the Module is to evaluate ship’s

internal organization in terms of

effectiveness in conducting MIOs

and ship’s equipment’s condition

and utilization related to MIO.

During the “Open Seas”

Final Tactical Exercise (FTX),

NMIOTC’s Sea Training

Instructors evaluate ship’s different teams while they are involved in

MIOs. Apart from CT’s and BT’s organization, boat and helicopter details,

Ship Control Team and Small Action Calibre Team are also evaluated in

terms of organization and performance while conducting various MIOs

scenarios. Additionally, ship’s (different teams) equipment related to VBSS

is also evaluated in terms of maintenance, performance, completeness and safe handling.

The duration of the module (FTX) is 7 hours.


COURSE SERIES “5000”: Maritime Operational Terminology Course-MOTC (under development and available from 2010)

Aim of this Course is to train NATO, PfP, MD and ICI Naval Officers

and crews, in the use of Maritime Operational Terminology used by NATO

Maritime Forces, through the introduction of various aspects of NATO Naval

Operations and to improve their oral and written communication skills.

To achieve the above mentioned, diverse subjects are tackled such

as a general NATO overview, maritime legal issues, maritime operational

terminology, naval manoeuvring terminology and NATO operational

planning process.


MOBILE TRAINING TEAMS (MTT’s)

Apart from the aforementioned training products, NMIOTC has also

developed Mobile Training Teams (MTTs). These teams consisted of

NMIOTC’s Sea Training Instructors (STIs), are being deployed in world-

wide field locations. Their mission is to provide in-place training, address-

ing the specific host-country MIO related requirements. The full spec-

trum of the theoretical training modules (NMIOTC-M7-1000, NMIOTC-

M7-2000) can be delivered, while modules related to practical training

(NMIOTC-M7-3000) are being modified, due to training teams’ equip-

ment transportation limitations.


FINANCIAL ASPECTS

The Hellenic Republic as the Framework Nation (FN) provides the NMI-

OTC facilities / infrastructure and covers the operating and maintenance

costs (O&M).

In general, all services and products provided to ACT and ACO are free

of charge. Exceptions, further details and particular requirements or re-

strictions may be set out in follow-on arrangements to the a.m. MOU.

The NMIOTC will request reimbursement from its Customers only for the

cost related to their participation in the NMIOTC’s activities and training.

Such cost do not include the expenses for the operation and mainte-

nance of the NMIOTC and is determined in accordance with the princi-

ples set out in STANAG 6002 (Principles and procedures for the conduct

and financing of training assistance). It includes only the additional cost

incurred by the trainees (incremental cost) as a result and due to the re-

quirements of the training provided by NMIOTC. For example, the mate-

rial, training aids, fuel and ammo used by or used in connection with the

training and which are not returned and re-usable.


LOCAL ATTRACTIONS - ACCOMODATION

The city of Chania lies at the east end of the Gulf of Chania, a wide

embayment between the Akrotiri peninsula in the east and the Spatha

peninsula in the west. Kastelli Hill is a prominent landform within the

city, and it was a center of the ancient city of Kydonia. Some prominent

landmarks include:

• The Kasteli Archaeological Area "Kanevaro" (Minoan).

• The former Santa Maria de Miracoli Monastery (1615).

• The Dominican Monastery of St. Nicholas.

• The Etz Hayyim Synagogue.

• The Lighthouse ("Faros", 15th century).

• The Mosque of the Janissaries ("Yiali Tzamissi", 17th century).

• The Venetian Shipyards ("Neoria", late 16th century).

• The Fort Firca (early 17th century).

• The Greek Orthodox cathedral ("Trimartyri", 1860).

• The Roman Catholic cathedral (1879).

• The Franciscan Monastery of St. Francis (now archaeological museum).


Climate: The city enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate, with sunny dry

summers and mild rainy winters. During the period between April and

October, clear-sky weather is almost an everyday feature.

Accommodation: Depending on vacancies, visiting personnel can be

accommodated either in the Naval Base Officers Club in Souda or the

adjacent NAMFI (NATO Missile Firing Range) facilities. Generally, lodg-

ing is available in the area throughout the year. Additionally, the “Argo-

naut” military club is available within the perimeter of the naval facilities

in Marathi.

Medical Care: Apart from the Naval Hospital in the adjacent Souda Naval

Base, the Perfecture Hospital of Chania can cover the whole range of

medical requirements.

Transportation: Transportation is provided by NMIOTC during training

periods.

Technical Support: Technical assistance can be provided to visiting ves-

sels by the Naval Base. Workshops for all sorts of repairs are available,

along with one dry dock and several floating docks of various sizes.


CONTACT INFORMATIONAddress: NATO Maritime Interdiction Operational Training Center,

Crete Naval Base, Marathi, Souda,

73� 00 Greece

Phone: Commercial: +30-28210-85706

DSN: 49-85706

0303-85706

Duty Officer (24/7): +30-28210-85717

Website: Web: http://www.hellenicnavy.gr/kenap/

CRONOS: nww.mod.gr.nato.int/MODGR/HNDGS/NMIOTC

Email: [email protected]

NMIOTC

NATO MARITIME INTERDICTION OPERATIONAL TRAINING CENTREMarathi, Souda Bay, Crete 732 00, Greece

Phone: +30-28210-85706/ Email: [email protected]

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