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@Vaiar, The three pictures you posted on page one are from Humanitarian assistance exercise “DOLPHIN-2005” which took place between October 30 and the 1st of November 2005 in the sea region south of the island of Crete with the participation of sea, land and airborne forces from all seven countries. Greece together with 6 Mediterranean Dialogue countries (Egypt, Algeria, Jordan, Israel, Morocco and Tunisia)

See more picture here (Greek navy site).
http://www.hellenicnavy.gr/newsphotos.asp?new_id=915#

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Here are some pictures of the Destroyer “Mumbai” in Piraeus harbour. Greece
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I don’t think there is any exercise planned for this trip.

Picture credits to “Sjmygian” from Hellenic Defence website.

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[SIZE=4]INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS TO VISIT GREECE[/SIZE]

As a part of the Indian Navy’s overseas deployment to the Mediterranean, four Indian warships INS MUMBAI, INS BRAHMAPUTRA, INS BETWA and INS SHAKTI will be at the port of Piraeus, Athens from 9 July 2006 on a four-day visit. These ships are a part of the Indian Navy’s Western Fleet based at Mumbai.

The visit seeks to foster maritime goodwill between the India and Greece, two nations that share a uniquely rich cultural and maritime heritage. This visit seeks to bring the two nations even closer, enhance existing bonds between India and Greece and for greater engagement in the years ahead.

The ships will be open for public visits, free entry, on 11 July 2006, between 0900 hrs and 1200 hrs. A media briefing will be held on 11 July 2006 between 1700 hrs and 1800 hrs, on board the flagship, INS MUMBAI.

The Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Fleet of India, Vice Admiral Sangram Singh Byce is also visiting Athens to coincide with the Western Fleet visit. The visiting Indian ships will be in Piraeus until 13 July, before returning to India.

Over the years, Indian warships have regularly paid visits to ports in the Mediterranean, reaffirming their peaceful presence and solidarity with countries in the region. The commitment of India to honour friendship and promote peace and stability amongst ?maritime? neighbours was evident during the Tsunami disaster that struck Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Maldives apart from the Eastern parts of India in Dec 2004. Indian ships and aircraft were among the first to provide relief and humanitarian aid on that occasion. Last month India also sent INS TABAR, a Guided Missile frigate to Indonesia to provide food and relief material in the aftermath of the May 2006 earthquake.

http://www.ana.gr/anaweb/user/showprel?ser…maindoc=4411524

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I’m guessing our ‘Kortenaer’ frigates may have some visitors 😉

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[size=4]Boeing to Take Charges in Second Quarter for Airborne Surveillance Program and Previously Disclosed Tentative Legal Settlement[/size]

(Source: Boeing Co.; issued June 29, 2006)

CHICAGO — The Boeing Company announced today that it will recognize charges related to delays on an international airborne surveillance program and a previously disclosed tentative legal settlement with the U.S. government when it announces second-quarter 2006 results July 26.

Boeing expects to record a charge of between $300 million and $500 million pre-tax due to delays related to its Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) program for Australia and Turkey. Additionally, the company expects to recognize a $615 million charge to reflect a tentative settlement with the U.S. Justice Department related to the hiring of a former Air Force official and handling of a competitor’s proprietary information.

The expected charge for AEW&C program delays will be finalized after ongoing reviews and will be recorded in the Precision Engagement & Mobility Systems segment of Boeing’s Integrated Defense Systems business. The actual amount of the charge will be determined over the course of the next few weeks as the recovery plan is better understood and will be disclosed when Boeing issues its second quarter financial results.

This international airborne surveillance program, known as Wedgetail in Australia and Peace Eagle in Turkey, consists of the 737-700 aircraft outfitted with highly complex, integrated command and control and advanced radar systems.

Australia has purchased six AEW&C aircraft and Turkey has purchased four. Delivery of the first two Wedgetail aircraft and that effort’s flight test schedule have been delayed up to 18 months because of development and integration issues with certain hardware and software components. Boeing now plans to deliver all six Wedgetail aircraft by the end of 2008 and is developing the Peace Eagle schedule with its Turkish customer.

“We regret the impact that these program delays are having on our customers,” said Boeing Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Jim McNerney. “However, we are fully committed to a recovery plan that will deliver systems that meet their operational requirements.”

IDS has reorganized the AEW&C program, strengthened the management team and put additional oversight in place. The team is working with the customers and suppliers to implement a go-forward plan. That plan will target the talent and resources necessary to develop Wedgetail and Peace Eagle on realistic schedules compatible with the team’s ability to deliver reliable, mission-ready systems.

Separately, the tentative agreement with U.S. Justice Department announced on May 15, 2006, resolves all potential civil and criminal claims and includes a monetary penalty. While the agreement is still being finalized, the charge will be recorded in the second quarter.

Boeing will update its 2006 and 2007 financial guidance, including the impact of these charges, at its next scheduled quarterly financial performance announcement on July 26.

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http://www.defense-aerospace.com/cgi-bin/c…g&modele=jdc_34

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F.I.R’s of the eastern med.

Looks like others also need breathing space! :rolleyes:

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