Naval special Service Group of Pakistan

Special Service Group Navy, codename SSG(N), are the Navy's elite principal special operations force under the command of Pakistan Special Operations Command (P-SOC). The concept and objectives of SSG(N) are very similar to the Special Boat Service and United States' DEVGRU commands. The SSG(N) groups are trained and have been deployed in a wide variety of missions, including direct action and special reconnaissance operations, unconventional warfare, foreign internal defense, hostage rescue, counter-terrorism, and other missions. Without exception, all SSG(N) are male members of either the Navy, or the Coast Guard.

Official numbers place the strength between 700 to 1,000 however the actual strength is classified. During the training of the SSG(N) teams, the SSGN teams are occasionally send to US Navy SEALs training school to conduct its training and exercises in special warfare training with US Navy SEALs.

Capabilities

The role of the SSG)N) members are predominantly focused on the littoral and riverine domain and are capable in mounting coastal and covert beach reconnaissance which could include covert assault route preparation in advance of amphibious assault and recovery or protection of ships and oil installations subject to hostile state or non-state (terrorist) action. They are also trained in Maritime Counter-Terrorism, assault on verified targets and the protection of VIPs.

Organizations

PNS Iqbal is the commanding headquarter of commander SSG(N). The commander SSG(N) is placed under the command of Commander Coastal areas.

SSG(N) are divided into three sub commands.

PNS IQBAL - Commanding Headquarter of SSG(N)

Pakistan Navy SEALs - The SEAL Group 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. The Navy SEALs also participated in both Operation Black Thunderstorm and Operation Rah-e-Nijat commenced by the Pakistan Army.

VBSS Team - The VBSS Group is a special members of navy who are specialized in driving the watercraft and boarts. The VBBS Group's consist of modern fast speedboats with integrated sensors and equipments.

Anti-Terrorist Teams - The Anti-Terrorist Group (AAG) is the main organization that was developed to counter the terrorist threats. Its members are regularly trained with Army's SSG component.

Appearance

SSG(N) is distinguished by a dark maroon beret with golden insignia featuring 'Sword superimposed over Wings and a Star' badge for officers, NCOs and enlisted men, worn over the left pocket on dress uniforms. A metal SSGN Midget qualification badge featuring a vertical dagger superimposed over a midget submarine is worn over the left pocket on dress uniforms. Parachute wings are worn over the right pocket.