Italy Assumes the Presidency of the European Coast Guard Functions Forum

Italy has officially taken over the Presidency of the European Coast Guard Functions Forum (ECGFF), succeeding Portugal. This milestone marks a new phase of cooperation, coordination, and innovation in European coast guard functions.

Throughout 2025, Italy will lead the ECGFF with a series of strategic initiatives, including three thematic workshops in collaboration with EFCA, FRONTEX, and EMSA, culminating in the Plenary Conference on September 9, 2025, in Rome.

A strong focus will be placed on enhancing technological innovation, particularly through AI, unmanned systems, and cybersecurity, as well as fostering interoperability and cooperation among European coast guard agencies. Italy reaffirms its commitment to strengthening maritime security, environmental protection, and search and rescue (SAR) capabilities, ensuring a safer and more sustainable maritime domain.

The Presidency will conclude with COASTEX 2025, a joint multinational naval exercise, demonstrating the operational strength and collaboration of the ECGFF community.

With 160 years of history, the Italian Coast Guard embraces this responsibility with enthusiasm, commitment, and determination, reinforcing the European vision of a safe, secure, and resilient maritime space.