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A new strategy to optimize blood and plasma donation
La Valette-du-Var and EFS signed an agreement to optimize blood and plasma collection. The aim is to better direct donations to meet critical medical needs.
La Valette-du-Var and the EFS partner through an agreement to optimize the local blood and plasma collection strategy.
Mobilisation for the prevention of gynecological cancers
Sainte-Musse hospital in Toulon held an awareness day for gynecological cancers on September 16. This event took place as part of the Septembre turquoise campaign.
The hôpital Sainte-Musse in Toulon raised public awareness of gynecological cancer prevention during septembre turquoise.
€11 million for greener and more connected schools
The city of Toulon is investing 11 million euros in 2026 to modernize its 84 schools. Over the summer, 45 renovation and greening projects were completed.
The Ville de Toulon is investing €11 million in 2026 to modernize, green, and digitally equip its 84 schools.
A decisive moment in Franco-American history
The French Navy commemorated the Battle of the Chesapeake in Toulon. The event was held for its 400th anniversary.
For its 400th anniversary, the Marine nationale commemorated in Toulon the Battle of the Chesapeake, a decisive victory in 1781.
Military Preparations meet young people
On September 5 and 6, the Préparations Militaires Marine near Toulon met with local youth. This one-year program introduces 16 to 21-year-olds to the Marine nationale.
The Préparations Militaires Marine of the Toulon area organized a weekend of meetings for young people on September 5 and 6.
Vice-admiral d'escadre de Chargères at the head of the FAN
Vice-Admiral Stanislas de Chargères took command of the Naval Action Force on September 1st in Toulon. He succeeds Admiral Christophe Cluzel.
Vice-admiral d'escadre Stanislas de Chargères took command of the Force d’Action Navale, succeeding Admiral Christophe Cluzel.
Florian Edus at the helm of the frigate Guépratte
Florian Edus took command of the frigate Guépratte on September 7 in Toulon. He succeeds Raphaël Villermet after an intense operational period.
Capitaine de vaisseau Florian Edus took command of the La Fayette-type frigate Guépratte in Toulon.
353 organizations and the Marine nationale gathered for the 7th Forum
The 7th Forum des associations took place at Palais Neptune in Toulon. It brought together 353 organizations and the Marine nationale.
The 7th Forum des associations brought together 353 organizations and the Marine nationale, a first, on September 5 at the Palais Neptune.
Xavier Leroux: "The University, a civil and defense reference"
The Université de Toulon adopts a unique strategy combining civilian and defense sectors. It receives 4.2 million euros in funding over five years.
The president of the Université de Toulon unveils a strategic contract for a dual civil and military vocation, unique in France.
A multimodal interchange hub planned on the A57
TPM Metropolis is planning a multimodal transport hub on the A57 in La Garde. A public consultation took place from September 1 to 30.
The Métropole TPM is launching a public consultation for its multimodal interchange hub project on the A57 in La Garde.
François de Canson: 'Naval Group means 550 jobs in 2027'
Naval Group has laid the foundation stone for its new site in Les Bormettes. The center will host 550 employees by 2027 in Var.
Naval Group launches the reindustrialisation of the Les Bormettes site with a new centre of excellence that will bring together 550 employees.
Doctors, researchers and athletes combine their expertise
On September 12, the first Sport and Health Congress took place at Domaine de la Baratonne. The event brought together healthcare workers, researchers, and elite athletes.
On September 12, a congress brought together experts and top-level athletes to address the links between sport, health and performance.
Remembrance and popular fervor for the 82nd anniversary
La Valette-du-Var celebrated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation on August 23. The event combined patriotic ceremonies and public festivities.
La Valette-du-Var commemorated its Liberation between solemn tributes and popular festivities on August 23.
Toulon: 82 years on, the memory of the Liberation remains intact
Toulon commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its liberation on August 28. Official authorities paid tribute to the 1944 fighters during a memorial parade.
Toulon commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its liberation during an official ceremony on August 28.
225 days of absence from the home port
Lieutenant Commander Alexandra Adams assumed command of the BSAM Loire in Toulon. She succeeds Lieutenant Damien Casini after his two-year tenure.
Lieutenant Commander Alexandra Adams took command of the BSAM Loire, succeeding Lieutenant Damien Casini.
Laurent Hermann, maritime prefect: "The Mediterranean, a concentration of global issues"
Maritime prefect Laurent Hermann presented his roadmap for the Mediterranean. Focus is placed on firmness, cooperation, and base modernization.
Maritime prefect Laurent Hermann detailed his roadmap for the Mediterranean: firmness, cooperation and modernization of the naval base.
A successful first deployment for the supply ship Jacques Stosskopf
The BRF Jacques Stosskopf completed its inaugural five-month deployment at sea. Captain Sébastien Poulain took command of the ship on July 22 in Toulon.
CV Sébastien Poulain takes command of the Jacques Stosskopf after the success of its inaugural five-month deployment.
A new commander at the helm of the mine clearance divers base ship Pluton
A change of command ceremony took place on July 16 at the Toulon naval base. Master Chief Petty Officer Laurent Fournier replaced Lieutenant Commander Pierre Moucheboeuf on BBPD Pluton.
Master Chief Petty Officer Laurent Fournier succeeds Lieutenant Commander Pierre Moucheboeuf at the helm of the BBPD Pluton.