Recently France has become a more frequent destination port for drug smuggling into Europe, with their largest seizure of cocaine valued at one million euros (approximately) occurring on a vessel in the port of Dunkirk. Conversely, Marselle has become the primary entry point for chemical precursors in France, with tens of tons seized in 2024.
BUDD Group has provided key guidance for shipowners, operators, and crew to assist loss prevention, including security measures, crew training, port and terminal security, documentation and procedures, and other key considerations.