Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles Visits Marine Infantry Brigade in San Fernando

On July 27, Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles toured the Brigada de Infantería de Marina “Tercio de Armada” (BRIMAR) in San Fernando, Cádiz. She was briefed on the unit’s operational readiness, modernization programmes and its role as Spain’s primary expeditionary marine force.

The brigade maintains high availability for national and NATO commitments, currently contributing a 200‑person contingent to the NATO deterrence force in Romania and forming the core of the Expeditionary Combat Group “Dédalo” with 700 troops. Recent upgrades include new radar‑equipped vehicles, C‑UAS systems, anti‑drone munitions and advanced reconnaissance UAVs.