INS Tabar Engages in Maritime Partnership Exercise with Spanish Navy in Mediterranean

INS Tabar, an Indian Navy's frontline frigate, conducted a Maritime Partnership Exercise with the Spanish Navy's Atalaya in the Mediterranean Sea following its two-day visit to Malaga, Spain. The exercise showcased advanced maneuvers and enhanced bilateral maritime relations between the two nations.

Indian Navy's INS Tabar has successfully concluded a Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) with the Spanish Navy's Atalaya in the Mediterranean Sea. The exercise followed Tabar's two-day port call in Malaga, Spain, from August 25-27.

According to the Ministry of Defence, the exercise featured a series of advanced naval operations including Station Keeping, Replenishment at Sea Approaches (RASAPs), Flying Exercise (FYEX), and PHOTOEX serials. These maneuvers demonstrated a high level of professionalism from both navies and underscored their commitment to enhancing collaborative maritime efforts.

An Indian Navy spokesperson noted on social media platform X that INS Tabar's participation aimed to imbibe best practices and improve interoperability with the Spanish Navy. Equipped with a versatile range of weapons and sensors, INS Tabar remains a crucial asset of the Indian Navy's Western Naval Command, based in Mumbai.

(With inputs from agencies.)