Border Protection Spain

2 series
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The Guardia Civil's Maritime Service, Customs Surveillance and Maritime Rescue protect the Spanish coast. They work hard to combat drug and human trafficking and carry out rescue operations.

Daring Missions: Episode Image
Episode 1Daring Missions

Join experts diving into the waters of Girona to defuse undetonated weaponry, or setting sail for a night shift to tackle the human trafficking trade. (4 of 8)

No Time To Rest: Episode Image
Episode 2No Time To Rest

In summer, increased boat traffic brings a surge in emergencies that authorities must handle - while smuggling mafias continue to navigate the seas. (5 of 8)

Lives at Stake: Episode Image
Episode 4Lives at Stake

The summer season is frantic for maritime authorities. As drug boats and small dinghies sail towards Spanish territory, small vessels wait to refuel them. (1 of 8)

Patrolling In Turbulent Waters: Episode Image
Episode 5Patrolling In Turbulent Waters

From east to west, alarms echo across the seas. Maritime forces mobilise, chasing down drug traffickers while racing to rescue lives. (6 of 8)

Explosive Alert: Episode Image
Episode 6Explosive Alert

Humanitarian crises intensify under the cover of darkness - but the discovery of an explosive in the port is anything but routine. (3 of 8)

Party Time: Episode Image
Episode 7Party Time

Along the Spanish shores, the festival honouring the patron saint of sailors comes alive with vibrant events - bringing a different challenge for the Coastguards. (7 of 8)

Underwater Alert: Episode Image
Episode 8Underwater Alert

Coastguards discover a new strategy by traffickers, while jet skis are detected creating dangerous situations along the Costa Dorada. (8 of 8)

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