SSG(N) comprised of three sub commands.
• CO PNS IQBAL • CO SEAL • CO VBSS
PNS IQBAL houses HQ SSG(N) and is the logistic support to HQs SSG (N), SEAL and VBSS segments in their bases and field areas. The maintenance of all sea transport, VBSS boats are provide by PNS IQBAL. The training and medical setup is also located at PNS IQBAL.
SEAL group comprises of SEAL TEAM, Air Borne and ATT. These teams operate under CO SEAL GROUP.
SEAL TEAM It is the main stay of SEAL group. The primary objective of this team is clandestine operation in enemy’s waters with out detection and Exit Trunk operation in the enemy’s waters.
ANTI TERRORIST TEAM Threat of saboteurs/ terrorist attacks is increasing day by day. Sustained preparedness for rapid response to such threat is the prime responsibilities of ATT
VBSS boats are very modern fast speedboats with integrated sensors and equipments. The boats are used to seal group in enemy territory and conduct operation on suspected vessels. Pakistan Navy has always tried to remain abreast with the new concepts and the Special Services Group (Navy) at numerous occasions has been employed as an active part of PN force in assistance of coalition forces against terrorism. To enhance their capabilities further PN has inducted two speedboat for VBSS operations The roles of VBSS are:
• MIO/VBSS operation at high seas/ anchorages • Seal insertion • Surveillance/ covert surveillance • Anti terrorist protection of the coastal & offshore installations • Search and rescue • Anti smuggling duties
FOREIGN TRAINEES The unit has so far imparted training to friendly countries like Saudi Arabia , Egypt , Qatar , Iran and Sri Lanka . In addition it is a regular feature to conduct joint exercises with allied countries like Saudi Arabia , Turkey and Bahrain . COURSES OFFERED
• Clearance Diving Course 18 weeks • Advance Frogman Course 10 weeks • Re-Compression Chamber Course 04 weeks FACILITIES
• Swimming Pool • Training Camp • Explosive Range • Rappelling Site • Diving Medical Department • Hyperbaric Chamber Complex System • Library • CQB Hut • Firing Range • Assault Course • Gymnasium • Boarding & Lodging