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07/07/23 06:04 AM IST

IN-USN SALVAGE

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  • The Indian Navy and the US Navy joined forces for the highly anticipated seventh edition of the IN-USN Salvage and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) exercise, known as SALVEX.
About SALVEX
  • IN and USN have been participating in joint Salvage and EOD exercises since 2005.
  • The exercise saw participation from both the navies which included the ships – INS Nireekshak and USNS Salvor in addition to Specialist Diving and EOD teams.
  • SALVEX also saw conduct of joint training exercises towards enhancing interoperability, cohesiveness and gaining from best practices mutually in Maritime Salvage and EOD operations.
  • Uniting on land and sea, they honed their skills in diverse disciplines, ranging from precise mine detection and neutralization to the intricate art of wreck location and salvage.
  • Through joint training exercises, the participants not only forged lasting bonds but also elevated their operational capabilities, enhancing interoperability, and embracing the best practices from each other’s rich maritime traditions.
  • SALVEX 2023 will be remembered as an important chapter in the history of naval cooperation, where the waters of Kochi became a living testament to the relentless pursuit of excellence in salvage operations and EOD expertise.
Source- PIB

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