INS Tarkash Reaches South Africa To Participate In Maritime Exercise, IBSAMAR

INS Tarkash reached Port Gqeberha, also known as Port Elizabeth, South Africa to participate in the seventh edition of IBSAMAR from 10 to 12 October.

IBSAMAR is a joint multinational maritime exercise among Indian, Brazilian and South African Navies.

The previous edition of IBSAMAR (IBSAMAR VI) was conducted off Simons Town, South Africa in 2018. 

The Indian Navy is represented by the Teg class guided missile frigate, INS Tarkash, a Chetak helicopter and the personnel from the Marine Commando Force (MARCOS).

The harbour phase of IBSAMAR VII includes professional exchanges such as damage control and fire-fighting drills, VBSS/cross-boarding lectures and interaction among special forces.

According to the ministry of defence, the joint maritime exercise will strengthen maritime security, joint operational training, sharing of best practices and building interoperability to address common maritime threats.