SECURITY

SHRINEs main objective is to share knowledge, tools and good practices on the protection measures in places of worship among several Member States through an interfaith network involving catholic, muslim, protestant and jewish communities. A public 4-months Hackathon on an European level will be organised to identify technologies that could offer tangible solutions to these security challenges.

Project POSEIDON aims at strengthening European-level initiatives against corruption in the maritime sector, with a specific focus on corruption in the largest ports. The objective is to gather governmental and private stakeholders, law enforcement, research institutions and networks, with the aim to fill the existing gaps on port corruption research, develop a targeted port integrity and risk assessment tool, and promote inter-port dialogue. A key outcome of the project will be the establishment of an informal network of key public and private actors in the field of anti-corruption in ports, for communication and exchange of information, experiences and good practices.

The aim of the EMERITUS project is to realize and implement a protocol for effective environmental crime investigation, complemented with a dedicated international training programme aimed at fostering Environmental enforcement authorities’ intelligence and investigation capabilities at national level and cross-border level.

PERIVALLON aims to develop an innovative environmental crime detection and investigation platform that will build upon the concept of multidimensional integration of heterogeneous multimodal sensor data, ranging from earth observation data (satellite images), video streams from cameras mounted on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and X-ray scans, to information gathered from publicly available online sources and related administrative documentation.

The MEDI-THEFT project aims at boosting the operational activities of LEAs and other public and private stakeholders in counteracting the theft and reselling of medicines and investigating of suspicious activities through the design of an intelligence-based platform.

OPFA-CULT project aims at fostering international police cooperation in the field of illicit trafficking in cultural goods, providing practitioners from EU LEAs with financial operational support to ongoing investigations and facilitating networking to set harmonized investigation methodologies.

HFM-NMSG-354 was promoted by NATO with the main objective of developing augmented reality software and hardware for conducting training/training activities for operators in CBRN operations through simulation of multiple practical scenarios.

In the context of the EU CBRN Centers of Excellence (EU CBRN CoE) initiative, under the Patronage of the Prime Minister of Lebanon, ARZ 2023 was developed: a 4-day inter-agency CBRN field exercise that focused on key aspects of detection and first response against CBRN security threats. The main objective of ARZ 2023 is to test the capacities to counter CBRN risks, test emergency response procedures, and identify best practices.

NAS-BIOCHEM aims to enhance national and regional capacities in identifying, detecting, and managing activities that produce biological and chemical waste.
The execution of the NAS-BIOCHEM (P91) initiative will be overseen by a Consortium comprising Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), in collaboration with Fondazione SAFE and Istituto di Scienze e Tecnologie Chimiche ‘Giulio Natta’ (SCITEC). Oversight of the project will be carried out by 3 international experts, with additional support from national and international experts on short-term assignments.

The HOTHREAT initiative strategically addresses the vulnerability of hotels and conference centers to CBRNe (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and explosive) terrorist threats. This project unites a consortium of 19 partners from 8 EU Member States, including a mix of private and public stakeholders, experts, security firms, and law enforcement, to fortify the security framework of the EU’s hospitality sector. Its primary aim is to enhance societal safety by conducting detailed vulnerability assessments, identifying best practices, and formulating customized CBRNe protection strategies.

EULEAD 3 continues the mission of its previous phases, aiming to aid Libya’s institutional development towards becoming a stable, operational country. Following on the success of Phases I and II, Phase III focuses on deploying expertise in stabilization and human security, ensuring Libyan institutions function in a conflict-sensitive and human rights-compliant manner. The project aligns with efforts by the European Union, international partners, and Libyan stakeholders, enhancing stability and laying the foundation for long-term reforms.

The “Technical Assistance to the National Coordinator against Corruption” project, funded by the EU and managed by A.R.S Progetti S.P.A., strengthens Albania’s anti-corruption efforts.
The initiative enhances the Ministry of Justice’s ability to develop and implement anti-corruption strategies, focusing on improving the institutional framework and capabilities of the Anti-corruption Directorate.
Key activities include drafting action plans and fostering collaboration across sectors.

The eNOTICE-2 project aims to enhance preparedness for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) events, whether they arise from deliberate, accidental, or natural causes. Building on the insights, gaps, and needs identified by the eNOTICE Network of Practitioners, the project focuses on improving overall readiness and response capabilities for major cross-border crises involving CBRN agents or their combinations. A wide range of stakeholders are engaged in this effort, including CBRN practitioners, technology developers, policymakers, and civilian volunteers.