The EPA is a public-private partnership launched in January 2024 .
Between the European Commission and various stakeholders including EU member states, port authorities, law enforcement agencies and private port operators. I
Its to combat drug trafficking and other forms of organized crime in European ports.
Goal: To improve the security of European ports and to combat drug trafficking and other forms of organized crime.
Activities: The EPA will develop and implement a range of measures to improve port security.
Sharing information and intelligence between law enforcement agencies and port operators
Developing common risk management procedures for ports
Investing in new technologies to detect and prevent smuggling
Training law enforcement officers and port staff on how to identify and combat smuggling
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