The Mexican Navy Special Operations Unit (Spanish: Unidad de Operaciones Especiales (UNOPES))[1] is the special operations command of the Mexican Marines. It was formed on September 15, 2014.[2] The UNOPES is responsible for conducting high-risk operations such as counter-narcotics, counter-terrorism, and special reconnaissance missions. Members of UNOPES undergo rigorous training in various specialized skills, including combat diving, airborne operations, marksmanship, and close-quarters combat. They're considered one of the most elite units within the Mexican armed forces and plays a crucial role in addressing security challenges in Mexico.
| Special Operations Forces | |
|---|---|
| Unidad de Operaciones Especiales | |
 UNOPES insignia | |
| Active | 2014 - present |
| Country | United Mexican States |
| Allegiance |  Mexico |
| Branch | Mexican Navy-Marines |
| Type | Naval Special Operations |
| Motto(s) | Fuerza, Espíritu, Sabiduría (Strength, Spirit, Wisdom) |
This command is integrated by different units such as:
- Fuerzas Especiales
- Commandos
- Airborne Battalion[3]
- 27th Marine Infantry Battalion (QRF)
- Logistics Group
References edit
- ^ "4 INFORME DE LABORES 2022" (PDF). Secretaria de Marina. 2022-09-01. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
- ^ "Gestión de Liderazgo estratégico y talento en las Fuerzas Especiales de la Armada de México" [Strategic leadership management and talent in the special forces from the Mexican Navy] (PDF). Revista del Centro de Estudios Superiores Navales (in Spanish). 40 (2): 11–32. 2019. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
- ^ "REESTRUCTURACIÓN DE LA INFANTERÍA DE MARINA, 1964-1994" (PDF) (in Spanish). pp. 148–206.