What’s New in IORIS V4?

This latest version of IORIS introduces a wide range of improvements designed to meet the complex and evolving needs of maritime operations, coordination centres, and partner agencies across the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

1. Platform Robustness

V4 offers significantly enhanced performance and high availability, ensuring seamless support for mission-critical operations. Whether it’s routine coordination or crisis response, the new architecture delivers stability when it matters most.

2. Advanced Integration Framework

IORIS V4 comes equipped with a powerful, built-in framework for integrating with external systems. New integrations include:

• Coastal Applications
• OceanWise mapping overlays
• Satellite AIS, including historical tracking data
• Multilingual translation tools
• Skylight for maritime surveillance

These integrations empower users with a rich, real-time operating picture while simplifying cross-platform workflows.

3. API Connectivity

Through its newly available API infrastructure, IORIS can now connect with a broader range of third-party services and platforms, allowing agencies and partners to fully embed IORIS into their own digital ecosystems.

4. Scalability & Performance

Designed to scale, V4 ensures fast performance and low latency across even the most diverse and geographically dispersed user groups. It’s optimized for both regional coordination centres and field units alike.

5. Data Sovereignty & Security

Security remains a cornerstone of the platform. Users retain full control over their data, with flexible hosting options and secure archiving features to comply with institutional and national data policies.

Introducing: IORIS LITE

Alongside the full-featured platform, we are excited to introduce IORIS LITE — a streamlined version designed for users who need quick and intuitive access without extensive training. Ideal for:

• Policymakers
• Operations centre managers
• Mariners, both navy and merchant
• New users with limited or no IORIS training

IORIS LITE simplifies the user experience while preserving essential coordination tools, helping to broaden access and foster wider adoption.

It was inspiring to see such strong participation from our partners during the recent online presentations. Your feedback, insights, and engagement were instrumental in shaping this release.

The launch of IORIS V4 is a testament to what we can achieve together — through shared vision, technical innovation, and international cooperation.

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This year’s edition brought together an impressive group of stakeholders:

• Chile Navy
• Peru Coast Guard & El Callao UCC (including Customs, National Police Anti-Narcotics, Prosecutors, and the Port Authority)
• Ecuador Navy, Ecuador Coast Guard, and Galapagos National Park
• Colombian Navy and Colombian National Police Anti-Narcotics
• Panama Aeronaval Service (SENAN)
• Observers from the Colombian Coast Guard and Dirección General Marítima (DIMAR)

Over the five-day period, participating agencies engaged in the simulation of complex, real-world maritime scenarios, including Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, and anti-narcotics operations. These scenarios were specifically designed to test and refine coordination between civilian and military actors, as well as across national borders.

Supporting Real-World Readiness Through Simulation

A key feature of the SEGMAREX exercise was the integration of advanced simulation technology, which enabled participants to rehearse decision-making and operational coordination in a safe but realistic environment. Simulators allowed for the practice of high-risk scenarios, encouraging collaboration while minimising cost and risk.

Simulation-based training also served as a platform for testing and refining interagency SOPs, allowing teams to explore how their national procedures align with regional approaches. This is particularly critical in the context of transnational maritime threats, where seamless cooperation and shared protocols are essential for rapid and effective responses.

Building a Cohesive Regional Maritime Network

SEGMAREX is part of CRIMARIO’s ongoing commitment to supporting regional maritime capacity building across Latin America and other strategically important regions. Through such exercises, CRIMARIO aims to:

• Foster interagency trust and communication. 
• Promote interoperability and the harmonisation of procedures.
• Strengthen the regional ability to respond to maritime security threats such as trafficking, illegal fishing, and maritime emergencies.

The outcomes of SEGMAREX were positive, with participants actively contributing to post-exercise debriefs and expressing interest in deeper future collaboration and more frequent joint training initiatives.

We extend our warmest thanks to all the agencies and individuals who took part, and we look forward to continuing this journey together towards safer, more secure, and better-connected maritime spaces across Latin America.

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Real-world challenges, practical scenarios

SEAPART25 was designed to simulate pressing maritime safety and security challenges common to the region. These included:

• Combating the illegal trafficking of drugs and people
• Responding to maritime oil pollution incidents
• Conducting search and rescue (SAR) operations following vessel collisions

Each scenario offered participants the opportunity to apply and test their Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in real-time, high-pressure conditions while coordinating with multiple agencies across borders.

At the core of SEAPART25 was IORIS, which enabled seamless real-time data sharing, operational synchronisation, and decision-making support throughout the exercise.

This exercise served to highlight the importance of cross-agency collaboration in conducting humanitarian operations and optimising asset utilisation during coordinated maritime safety and security missions.

Participants used the platform to:

• Maintain situational awareness through the live operational map
• Coordinate multi-agency responses using secure communications
• Simulate complex incidents and log decisions for review
• Foster transparency and a shared understanding of maritime activities

As Preeyaphat Kongthaworn, Analyst at THAI-MECC, highlighted:

“IORIS is an invaluable tool that significantly enhances coordination at sea, not just between national authorities, but also at the regional level. By providing a unified platform for sharing real-time information, it ensures that various stakeholders—from local authorities to regional partners—can collaborate efficiently and respond effectively to maritime challenges.”

Key outcomes and strategic benefits

SEAPART25 brought together professionals from diverse sectors—navies, coast guards, law enforcement, search and rescue, environmental authorities, and maritime regulators. By working closely together in a dynamic, scenario-based environment, agencies were able to:

• Improve communication and interoperability
• Refine decision-making in crisis conditions
• Align national SOPs with regional standards
• Exchange best practices for joint operations
• Build trust and mutual understanding among operational partners

Looking ahead

This inaugural edition of the Sea Partnership exercise underscores the growing importance of technology-driven, cross-border cooperation in Southeast Asia. As maritime threats evolve and become more complex, continued collaboration and joint training will be critical to safeguarding lives, maritime commerce, and regional stability.

We extend our sincere thanks to all agencies, experts, and supporting teams who contributed to the success of SEAPART25. Your dedication and cooperation are helping to shape a more secure, responsive, and united maritime region.

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Co-hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy, the meeting brought together maritime security experts, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the region. The event emphasised strengthening the governance of the IORIS platform and consolidating its use for addressing maritime security challenges. Notable developments included:

• Launch of IORIS Version 4, along with a new “lite” version designed for merchant ships. This initiative aimed to foster enhanced cooperation between state and industry stakeholders, promoting a unified approach to maritime safety and information sharing.
• Formalisation of Regional Standard Operating Procedures and Information Sharing Memorandum of understanding, a significant step towards a more integrated and cooperative maritime environment.
• Collaborative Solutions for Platform Challenges: Working groups delved into a range of technical, legal, and operational challenges associated with platform usage. Special focus was placed on developing solutions for sensitive information sharing and addressing jurisdictional issues related to transnational maritime incidents.

This event built upon the momentum set by previous IORIS gatherings, including:  the inaugural Steering Committee Meeting in Bali (May 2023); the Policy Board and Working Group Meeting in Kenya (October 2023), the IORIS Steering Committee Meeting in Colombo (March 2024).

Each of these meetings contributed significantly to shaping IORIS into a robust, secure, and collaborative platform, used by countries across the Indo-Pacific to tackle maritime safety challenges and facilitate sustainable governance of regional waters.

The CRIMARIO II Project Director, Martin Cauchi Inglott, highlighted the rapid growth of the platform and reaffirmed CRIMARIO’s commitment to developing new features that add value. “IORIS has continued to evolve, and our collaborative approach with regional partners has ensured that the platform remains at the forefront of maritime safety and cooperation initiatives,” he said

Special thanks were extended to Director General Sri Lanka Coast Guard, Rear Admiral Rajapriya Serasinghe, and Admiral (Retd.) P.H. Piyal De Silva, CRIMARIO Special Advisor to South Asia, for their leadership and invaluable support in co-chairing the event. Appreciation was also expressed to the CRIMARIO and Expertise France teams for their exceptional efforts.

A huge thank you to all participants for their dedication and meaningful contributions to the platform’s development.

The community’s dedication to IORIS has been instrumental in advancing the platform; its role has been crucial in laying the groundwork to ensure that IORIS remains a relevant and effective tool for addressing maritime security and safety challenges across the region. By fostering trust, collaboration, and enabling information-sharing, the community strengthens the platform’s impact. Moreover, its ongoing support will be indispensable as we continue to develop and enhance IORIS. By expanding its reach and functionality through our collective efforts, CRIMARIO can ensure that the platform meets the diverse needs of all stakeholders, effectively addressing the complex maritime challenges we face.

As the IORIS platform continues to expand, the next IORIS Steering Committee Meeting is scheduled for 21-23 May 2025 in the Philippines. This upcoming event will focus on further strengthening the platform’s capabilities and promoting international cooperation for safer, more secure maritime governance.

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The partnership formalises a comprehensive cooperation mechanism, enabling the use of a state-of-the-art maritime cooperation and information-sharing platform. This system provides Panama with enhanced capabilities to communicate and coordinate and respond to maritime incidents, ultimately improving the country’s ability to safeguard its vast territorial waters.

The Panama National Aeronaval Service (SENAN) will be the primary operator of the platform within the country, leveraging IORIS’s advanced features for maritime situational awareness and coordination. This integration strengthens Panama’s operational capabilities, allowing for a more effective and coordinated response to potential threats, such as illegal fishing, drug trafficking, piracy, and other illicit maritime activities.

By accessing the platform, Panama gains access to a comprehensive network of maritime agencies and organizations that are part of the Indo-Pacific region’s efforts to bolster maritime safety and security.

The integration of Panama into the IORIS network signifies the growing international collaboration aimed at strengthening maritime security across global waterways. Panama’s strategic location and its role as a major global shipping hub make it a vital partner in the ongoing efforts to ensure safe and secure seas, not only in the Indo-Pacific but also across the Caribbean and Atlantic regions.

The partnership with IORIS is just one aspect of Panama’s ongoing efforts to boost maritime security and sustainable governance. Panama has long been recognized as a leader in maritime affairs, and this latest move further reinforces its dedication to protecting its maritime domain while contributing to international cooperation initiatives. By adopting innovative technologies and collaborating with global partners, Panama is positioning itself as a key player in the collective efforts to combat illegal maritime activities and promote safer seas. The Panama National Aeronaval Service (SENAN) is already actively involved in safeguarding Panama’s territorial waters. With IORIS now integrated into its operations, SENAN will be better equipped to detect and respond to suspicious activities, ensuring a robust maritime defence system that protects Panama’s resources and security interests.

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Both trainers are highly motivated to help the Somaliland Coast Guard strengthen its role in regional maritime security through this intensive program.

The day began with opening remarks from Kenneth Neijnes, who underscored the growing challenges in the Gulf of Aden, which has become more problematic in recent years. He stressed the urgent need for countries and maritime organizations in the region to collaborate more closely.

“Only by sharing information on maritime security can we reverse this negative trend,” Neijnes remarked. He also highlighted the help the CRIMARIO  project can bring to the region and how the IORIS platform, which is currently utilized by over 100 maritime organizations in more than 50 countries can be useful in the area. The platform, he noted, is vital not only for security but also for Search and Rescue operations, saving lives at sea.

Lt. Colonel Khadar Isse, Head of International Relations, emphasized the importance of mutual support in building competence. He pointed out that stronger participants must assist those with less experience to ensure no one is left behind. Lt. Colonel Isse stressed that it is essential for the Somaliland Coast Guard to gain a thorough understanding of the IORIS system in order to manage maritime operations effectively and coordinate with organizations beyond Somaliland’s borders.

Colonel Abdirahman Nour, Head of Operations, elaborated on how the IORIS system could greatly enhance the Coast Guard’s ability to access critical information from other maritime organizations and engage in professional, secure collaboration.

Poul Severinsen, Head of EUCAP Field Office Somaliland, spoke about the significant advancements the Somaliland Coast Guard is currently experiencing. These include the construction of a new command centre and communication tower in Berbera, supported by EUCAP. He also touched on ongoing efforts to boost Maritime Domain Awareness, enhance cooperation, and improve information-sharing practices. The collective message from all the speakers was clear: Together we are stronger.

This collaborative effort aims to build a safer and more secure maritime environment for everyone in the Gulf of Aden.

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Organized and took place in Palawan, the exercise saw the participation of 22 agencies from the Philippines; it aimed to test and enhance the interoperability among national and local agencies and demonstrate their capability to coordinate and render support in identifying and fighting maritime threats.

During the two days, agencies’ personnel operated together in a simulated and real environment to address and solve a complex situation involving ships suspected of illegal drug trafficking, illegal transport of endangered species, IUU fishing, and Search and Rescue around Puerto Princesa.

To facilitate communication, coordination, and cooperation among operational centers and assets at sea, participating agencies used IORIS, the Indo-Pacific Information Sharing Platform, a neutral, secured, and reliable tool, designed to enable inter-agency communication and coordination between domestic and international stakeholders to address the evolving and complex challenges within the maritime domain.

The successful conclusion of the exercise highlighted lessons learned and techniques that will improve the already good level of joint response to real-world complex maritime emergencies. At the same time, IORIS proved to be a reliable communications platform for interagency planning and coordination at the national level, facilitating the gathering, analysis, and exchange of information to timely and efficiently support decision-making and actions at sea.

Participating in the event, Luc Veron, EU Ambassador to the Philippines stated: “The Philippines’ embrace of IORIS underscores the country’s deep understanding of the importance of the maritime domain. As the first Southeast Asian nation to adopt IORIS nationally, the Philippines, through the leadership of the NCWC, Coast Guard, Navy, and other authorities, demonstrates its commitment to collaboratively addressing the complex challenges of today’s maritime environment.

This exercise is a testament to the Philippines’ dedication to enhancing maritime safety and security at the national level. By leveraging IORIS, it fosters inter-agency cooperation between maritime and relevant agencies.”

The Guest of Honor, the first Presidential Assistant for Maritime Concerns, Secretary Andres C. Centino on his message emphasized: “With expanded functions, the National Maritime Center will now work with more support agencies, continue to coordinate and collaborate with partners, including our foreign allies, ensuring that we are fully capable of being aware of the maritime situation within our archipelago.”

In his closing message, CG VADM Roy A. Echeverria, Director of NM Center underlined: ““I commend each and every participant of this Interagency Exercise ALALAYAN 2024. I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to everyone for we had a resounding success of our Table-Top Exercise, Command Post Exercise, and Field Training Exercise. Your support and participation in this Interagency Exercise is a declaration of your commitment and unwavering efforts to promote a whole-of-government approach to enhancing maritime governance in the country. This activity has indeed demonstrated everyone’s expertise and collective contributions in achieving our objectives and furthering our shared goal of enhancing maritime security.”

Martin Cauchi-Inglott, CRIMARIO project director concluded: “The Philippines has been at the forefront of welcoming IORIS to the region and is now set to lead the way in taking ownership of IORIS, using it internally, and bridge to external partners whenever necessary. My hearty congratulations go to these most professional maritime agencies participating in the exercises in the past days and to the NMC for organizing and playing an essential role in conducting it”.

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Co-organised by CRIMARIO and the Indian Ocean Commission, the exercise was designed to be a dynamic and engaging simulation, to test and improve the regional maritime operational capabilities of the Indian Ocean region. Through detailed preparation, robust communication protocols, and strict adherence to legal frameworks, the exercise aimed to foster a cooperative environment that enhanced the response to maritime security threats.

During the exercise participants shared information on #IORIS, a communications platform for interagency planning and coordination at the national and regional level, which facilitates the gathering, analysis, and exchange of information to timely and efficiently support decision-making and actions at sea.

The exercise scenario focused on locating and identifying ships involved in the transportation of narcotics, Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated fishing, Search and Rescue and how to respond to these challenges (i.e., interdiction, interception, handover, legal finish, etc.) and coordinate operations at sea, in the framework of the IOC regional agreements.

The TTX helped participants to practice the law of the sea, including article 17 of the United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances.

Moreover, they trained about interagency coordinated responses at national and regional level, refining tactics, techniques, and procedures in a controlled, simulated environment.

In the words of Martin Cauchi Inglott: “Essential in our line of business is the ability to communicate and coordinate effectively, so that we can conduct effective and efficient missions and operations, and this is precisely what the exercise targeted. A total of 11 scenarios were played in this exercise, over 2.5 days addressing the three main themes: people, drugs and IUU. I would like to congratulate all the agencies participating in the exercises for playing an essential role in it”.

In his closing remarks Raj Mohabeer, Indian Ocean Commission, underlined: “These exercises are extremely important to enhance cooperation among national and regional centres. I would like to thank all participating countries, the RMIFC, the RCOC, and EU CRIMARIO project for the good cooperation and for the success of this exercise which will contribute to strengthen maritime security in the region”.

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Once established, the structure would allow the Philippines to be integrated into the wider IORIS Communitybeing developed, to address maritime challenges, with the twofold objective being to facilitate enhanced exchange of information with regional partners, whilst also ensuring for the long-term implementation and sustainability of the platform.

Philippines’ maritime agencies have received extensive training on the IORIS platform since 2021, and its use has harmonised inter-agency information flows, promoted collaboration and trust, and enhanced interoperability amongst one another ever since.

With the creation of the IORIS National Governance Structure, the signatory agencies agreed to become active members of the IORIS National Board, assuring the proper functionality of the platform at national and regional level, to best serve the operational needs of its users, remaining aligned with the tool’s fundamental objectives: interconnecting maritime agencies/authorities, at national and regional level, to better address maritime security and safety challenges nationally and in the Indo-Pacific region, also supporting sustainable fisheries.

Closing the event, Martin Cauchi-Inglott, CRIMARIO project director said: “Philippines has been at the forefront of welcoming IORIS to the region, the action even commencing with intensity when COVID was at its peak. Philippines is now set to lead the way in taking ownership of IORIS, allowing itself to drive the process internally, and bridge to external partners whenever it deems necessary. My hearty congratulations go to these most professional maritime agencies coming on board.”

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