Meripalveluihin

Meripalveluihin refers to public services provided by the Finnish Defense Forces that are related to waterways and maritime activities. These services are primarily focused on search and rescue operations, traffic monitoring, and environmental protection in the marine environment.

The Finnish Defense Forces have a responsibility to provide services for the safety of navigation in Finnish waters, as well as in the surrounding areas of the Baltic Sea and the North Sea. The services provided by meripalveluihin include navigational aid, weather forecasting, and surveillance of sea traffic. The Finnish Coast Guard, part of the Finnish Defense Forces, is responsible for providing these services.

In addition to search and rescue operations, meripalveluihin also involves environmental protection efforts, such as prevention of oil spills and other marine pollution. The Finnish Defense Forces have a role in coordinating and participating in international efforts to protect the marine environment.

Meripalveluihin is also involved in the provision of services for marine infrastructure, such as maintenance of ports and waterways. The Finnish Defense Forces work in cooperation with other government agencies and private sector organizations to provide these services.

Meripalveluihin services are available to all users of the Finnish waters, including commercial shipping, private boats, and recreational vessels. The services provided by meripalveluihin aim to ensure the safe and efficient use of the marine environment.