About us

UNDERWATER COE

Who we are

Becoming the Alliance's knowledge hub for the underwater operating environment.

The Underwater Centre of Excellence (Underwater COE) will be a multinational military organisation dedicated to enhancing NATO's understanding of the underwater operating environment.

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Mission, Vision, Goals

Our vision, mission and the goals that will guide our work.

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History

From concept to accreditation: the roadmap to establishing the first NATO Centre of Excellence led by the Italian Navy.

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Organisational

Our organisational structure, leadership and the team behind the Centre.

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The underwater dimension

A complex and increasingly contested space where energy, data and security flow together.

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What is a NATO Centre of Excellence?

Discover NATO COEs: multinationally established entities offering recognised expertise to the benefit of the Alliance.

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FAQ

Learn more about the Underwater COE, our mission, activities, and how NATO Centres of Excellence work.

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