INS Trishul conducts naval exercise with Spanish Navy

The Indian Navy’s guided-missile frigate INS Trishul conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with the Spanish naval ship ESPS Reina Sofia upon its departure from Valencia, Spain. The joint exercise included coordinated maneuvering, cross-deck landings, boarding operations, Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) drills, and communication exercises.

The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability and operational synergy between the Indian and Spanish navies while facilitating the exchange of professional expertise. The port call in Valencia is part of the India–Spain Dual Year of 2026, highlighting the growing bilateral defense partnership between the two nations.

During the visit, Indian Ambassador Jayant Khobragade met with the vessel’s Commanding Officer, Captain Charit Kapil. The INS Trishul is a Talwar-class guided-missile stealth frigate equipped with advanced weapons, sensors, and a multi-role helicopter.