The Swedish Armed Forces exercise with the U.S. Marine Corps in the Stockholm Archipelago during Archipelago Endeavour 2024

On September 4th, the Swedish Armed Forces invite the media to participate in the exercise in the Stockholm archipelago. Attendees will have the opportunity to closely follow the exercise, conduct interviews with soldiers, exercise leaders, and representatives from the respective units, as well as gain insight into the latest technology.

AE24 aims to jointly train Swedish and American forces to further deepen their knowledge and exchange of experiences. This year's edition will have a greater focus on the development of future amphibious systems and technological advancements between the two nations.

In addition to the purely military aspects, AE24 also focuses on strengthening the ties between the countries. Through increased understanding and improved collaboration, the exercise contributes to a strengthened security situation where the forces are well-prepared in the event of a crisis or war.

Participants: Deputy Chief of Navy Patrik Gardesten, Commander of the Stockholm Marine Regiment David Saflind, Deputy Commander II MEF (USMC) Samuel L. Meyer, representatives from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as well as staff from the Stockholm Marine Regiment and the U.S. Marine Corps.

When: September 4th, 14:30

Location: Stockholm Marine Regiment, Haninge

Registration: Please notify the Head of Communications at the Stockholm Marine Regiment, Maja Hansson, at maja.hansson@mil.se no later than 12:00 on September 3rd. The registration must include your name, personal identification number, and details of your employer. Visitors must also bring valid press credentials. We have a limited number of spots available and reserve the right to prioritize attendees.

Additional Information:
The Stockholm Marine Regiment operates where the sea meets the land and serves as a vital link between naval and army forces. Using small units, fast boats, mines, missiles, and mortars, the regiment is the Swedish Armed Forces' foremost resource in defending the country's many coastal archipelago areas. The Navy has long maintained a deep and extensive bilateral cooperation with the U.S., and for the marine Corps, Archipelago Endeavour 24 is a strategically important example of international unit development.

This is the seventh year that Archipelago Endeavour is taking place. The exercise runs during weeks 34-37 and involves approximately 500 soldiers and officers from Sweden and the U.S. The exercise is primarily conducted in the Swedish Armed Forces' own training and firing ranges in the Stockholm archipelago, which will not significantly affect the general public.