Uruguayan Training Ship Capitán Miranda Sets Sail on 36th Diplomatic Voyage
The Uruguayan training ship Capitán Miranda has embarked on its 36th international voyage, carrying 81 crew members on a five-month mission to provide maritime training and strengthen diplomatic ties across the Americas and Europe.
The Uruguayan training ship Capitán Miranda has set sail on its 36th voyage. According to the Uruguayan National Navy, the mission aims to strengthen diplomatic ties while providing essential hands-on training for its crew. Supported by President Yamandú Orsi and defense officials, the ship serves as both a floating classroom and a key tool for Uruguay’s international outreach.
On board are 81 people, including 15 midshipmen finishing their four-year academic program. Their training focuses on navigation and maritime maneuvers, enhanced by the presence of guests from various Uruguayan institutions and international representatives from Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Spain. This exchange is designed to build camaraderie and foster cooperation between nations.
The five-month journey includes stops in Brazil, Curaçao, Mexico, the United States, Portugal, and Spain. A highlight of the trip is a return to Cádiz, Spain, where the ship was built in 1930. The vessel is scheduled to arrive in Cádiz on August 12, 2026, before returning home to Uruguay on September 21, 2026.
Beyond its technical role, the Capitán Miranda acts as a "roving ambassador." By visiting various ports and hosting international observers, the ship promotes a message of stability and dialogue, successfully blending rigorous military training with global diplomacy.