SNMG
SNMG stands for Standing NATO Maritime Group. It refers to NATO's standing multinational maritime formations that provide the alliance with a ready naval presence for deterrence, crisis response, and maritime security in international waters and allied sea lanes. There are two active formations historically designated as SNMG, SNMG1 and SNMG2; the term SNMG may be used collectively to refer to the standing NATO maritime groups.
Operational control rests with Allied Maritime Command (MARCOM). The groups are assembled from ships and personnel
Composition and activities vary with mission, but typical units include frigates or destroyers and other surface
History: The Standing NATO Maritime Groups were established in the late 20th century as part of NATO’s