Weekly Maritime Piracy Report - August 23rd 2019

Weekly Maritime Piracy Report -  19th to the 23rd of August

Crew Members Hijack Vessel – 7 Dead, Several Missing, 13 Taken Hostage

A deadly altercation onboard an Indonesian vessel has seen several dead & missing, while a number of crewmen have been taken hostage.

Vessel Fired upon near Bonny, Nigeria - August 14th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates fired upon a vessel transiting off Bonny, Nigeria.

Attempted Robbery on Container Vessel in Vietnam - August 11th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a container ship was boarded in Vietnam.

Vessel Robbed at Nacala Outer Anchorage, Mozambique - August 7th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed at Nacala Outer Anchorage, Mozambique.

Attempted Robbery at Tanjung Uban Anchorage, Indonesia - August 6th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after an attempted robbery on a vessel in Tanjung Uban Anchorage, Indonesia.

UPDATE - 17 Seafarers Kidnapped from Douala Anchorage, Cameroon

More information has come to light regarding the kidnapping of the 17 seafarers off Douala Anchorage, Cameroon that occurred during the early morning hours of August the 15th.

Pirates Attack Vessel in Bonny, Nigeria - August 17th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel transiting off Bonny, Nigeria.

Weekly Security Report - August 16th 2019

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  9th to the 19th of August

Gibraltar Releases Grace1 into Iranian Custody

Gibraltar has freed the Iranian Crude Oil Tanker, Grace 1, which had been detained for over a month on suspicion of smuggling Iranian Oil to Syria.

BREAKING - UPDATE: Seafarers Kidnapped -Pirates Attack Two Vessels in Douala Anchorage, Cameroon - August 15th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked two vessels near Douala Port, Cameroon, kidnapping their crew in the process.

BREAKING - Two Vessels Attacked in Douala Port, Cameroon - August 15th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked near Douala Port, Cameroon.

Vessel Attacked in Calabar, Nigeria - August 14th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while transiting off Calabar, Nigeria.

Vessel Robbed off Port Klang, Malaysia - August 12th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while transiting off Port Klang, Malaysia.

Paksoy-1 Crewmembers Released after a Month in Captivity

The 10 seafarers abducted from the Turkish-flagged General Cargo Ship Paksoy 1 on July 13th have been released by their captors following a ransom payment.

Vessel Hijacked near Lome, Togo - August 12th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was hijacked while transiting near Lome, Togo.

Vessel Robbed in the Gulf of Mexico - August 4th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked while anchored at Ciudad del Carmen Anchorage, Mexico.

Attempted Robbery in Belawan Anchorage, Indonesia - July 30th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded while in Belawan Anchorage, Indonesia.

Aggravated Attack off the Coast of Indonesia - July 30th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked while transiting off the coast of Indonesia.

The Growing Threat of State-Piracy

On May the 12th four shipping vessels were attacked in Fujairah anchorage. The hard-earned, relative peace and stability that had temporarily settled into the region over the last few years was being threatened. This could have been a one-time incident, but the threat was far from over.

What Happens Ashore Matters At Sea - The Black Sea Example

The world is changing. Previously calm seas are waking up from their geopolitical slumber and threats to maritime trade are no longer confined to suspicious gunmen. Armed guards and water cannons will not deter the Iranian Revolutionary Guards or the Russian Navy. Razor wire will not prevent anti-ship missiles from cracking a ship’s hull open.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - July 26th 2019

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  20th to the 26th of July

Ukraine Seizes Russian Oil Tanker

The Russian-flagged Oil Tanker, NIKA SPIRIT was detained by Ukrainian Forces on July the 25th, in what Russian authorities call “an act of state-sponsored piracy”.

MT Riah Charterer Denies Iranian Allegations of Oil Smuggling

The UAE-based charterer of the Panama-flagged Oil Tanker, MT Riah that was seized while transiting through the Strait of Hormuz last week, has denied Iran’s allegations of oil smuggling.

Stena Bulk Denies Iranian Version of Events Leading to Seizure

The owners of the Stena Impero, the UK-flagged Oil Tanker that was seized by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz on June the 19th, have denied allegations of a collision involving their vessel.

Singapore Discovers Record Breaking Amount of Elephant Ivory in Container Vessel

Authorities in Singapore have seized over 8.8 tons of elephant ivory and over 12 tons of pangolin scales from a Container Vessel transiting through the port on its way to Vietnam.

UK Proposes the Creation of a European Naval Task Force to Protect Vessels Transiting through the Gulf

The UK Foreign Secretary, Jeremy Hunt, has proposed the creation of a European naval task force in order to protect commercial vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz.

Vessel Attacked off the Coast of Sierra Leone - July 21st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked while transiting off the coast of Sierra Leone.

Aggravated Robbery on Bulk Carrier Transiting through the Singapore Strait - July 22nd 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while transiting through the Strait of Singapore.

Iran Seizes Two Oil Tankers in the Strait of Hormuz

In what constitutes a dramatic escalation of tensions between Iran & the West, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard seized two British Oil Tankers during the evening hours of Friday the 19th of July.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - July 19th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  13th to the 19th of July

Iran Seizes Oil Tanker in the Strait of Hormuz

According to the Iranian state media, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard has seized the Panama-flagged Oil Products Tanker, MT Riah.

Port Analysis: Lagos Port Complex

Based in the Nigerian capital’s Apapa district, the Lagos Port Complex is Africa’s third-biggest container port, second only to Tangier and Abidjan.

Master Turns off AIS and Sails to International Waters to Avoid Seizure

The Panama-flagged Offshore Supply Vessel, MARIDIVE 702 has sailed out of Aruban territorial waters, despite a seizure order that was issued against the ship on the 14th of July.

Vessel Robbed while Transiting through the Strait of Singapore - July 16th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded while transiting through the Strait of Singapore.

MSC Gayane Released Following $50 Million Bail

The Liberian-flagged Containership, MSC Gayane has been released from US Custody, after its owner, Swiss-based Mediterranean Shipping Company, agreed to pay a bail of $50 million.

Tanker Disappears in the Gulf Prompting Fears of Iranian Seizure

US Intel suggests that the Panama-flagged Oil Tanker, MT RIAH has been seized by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

10 Seafarers Kidnapped from General Cargo Ship Transiting in the Gulf of Guinea

The Turkish-flagged, General Cargo Ship, PAKSOY 1 was the victim of a pirate attack during the evening hours of June the 13th, while the vessel was transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

ICS Urges Against the Use of Armed Security Forces when Transiting through the Middle East

The International Chamber of Shipping has issued a warning, urging shipping companies sailing through the Middle East to avoid using armed security guards on their transits, as to avoid potentially escalating the already volatile situation.

Robbery at Pointe Noire Anchorage, Congo - 7th of July 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while anchored at Congo's Pointe Noire Anchorage.

Vessel Attacked in Nigeria, Possible Hijacking - July 13th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked off the coast of Nigeria.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - July 12th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  6th to the 12th of July

Tensions Continue to Grow between the West and Iran – UK Raises Ship Security Level for Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz to Critical

The rift between the West and Iran continues to grow; authorities in Gibraltar have proceeded to arrest the Indian Master & Chief Officer of the Iranian Oil Tanker, Grace 1.

United States Coast Guard Warns Shipping Companies to Guard Against Cyber Attacks

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has issued an official warning to shipping companies on June the 8th as to the potential risks involved in a cyber-attack after a recent malware attack on a vessel entering the country.

Iranian Navy Attempts to Seize BP Vessel

Naval Forces belonging to the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) attempted to seize the BP-owned Oil Tanker, British Heritage as it was attempting to transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

BP Oil Tanker Seeks Shelter in Persian Gulf to Avoid Potential Iranian Seizure

The BP-owned Oil Tanker, British Heritage has sought shelter in the Persian Gulf, as BP fears it might be the target of an Iranian retaliation for the seizure of Grace 1.

Saudi-led Coalition Thwarts Alleged Attack on Commercial Vessel

Naval forces belonging to the Saudi coalition in Yemen destroyed a boat full of explosives, that was allegedly set to attack an unidentified commercial vessel in the Red Sea.

Port of Piraeus Authorities Seize Record Breaking Amount of Amphetamines from Container Vessel

A massive amount of amphetamine (fenethylline) was seized from a container vessel docked in Piraeus, during a raid on June the 26th.

Vessel Boarded off Cameroon - 8th of July 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded while off the coast of Cameroon.

Container Ship Attacked at Lome Anchorage, Togo - June 30th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked while anchored at Lome Anchorage, Togo.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - 5th of July

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  29th of June to the 5th of July

China Raises Threat Level for Ships Sailing through the Strait of Malacca

According to a notice posted on a ministry website on June the 2nd, Beijing has asked Chinese shipping companies to raise the security level on ships transiting through the Strait of Malacca.

Vessel Robbed in Jakarta, Indonesia - June 30th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while berthed at Jakarta, Indonesia.

Five Indian Seafarers Finally Released after Months in Captivity

After more than two months in captivity, the five Indian seafarers that were kidnapped off the Palau-flagged Oil Tanker, MT Apecus on April the 19th have been released.

Suspicious Approach in Bab El Mandeb - July 1st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a suspicious approach occurred in the Strait of Bab El Mandeb.

International Community Requires More Evidence on Tanker Attacks

The United Arab Emirates have gone on record, to suggest more evidence is needed to back the US allegations that Iran was behind the attacks on the two tankers off the Strait of Hormuz on June the 13th.

US Suspends MSC Customs Status Following Massive Drug Bust

Following a second large drug bust aboard one of its vessels, the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has had its US custom status suspended.

9 Stowaways Found inside Container Ship in Piraeus

On June the 22nd, Greek authorities detained 9 immigrants that were found onboard the Portuguese-flagged Container Ship, Stadt Dresden.

SITUATION REPORT: Iranian Downing of an American Drone and US Response

Situation Report on the shooting down of the US Navy UAV that occurred over the Strait of Hormuz on June the 20th. Written by Intelligence Officer & ARX Maritime Correspondent, I. Vlad Sutea.

Vessel Fired upon while Transiting through the Gulf of Guinea - May 3rd 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was fired upon while transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

AIS: Blessing or a Curse?

In this Thought Leadership piece, ARX Maritime Correspondent, Lars Bergqvist explores the benefits and disadvantages of one of the industry's most controversial topics: the Automated Identification System.

Terrorist Group Kidnaps 10 Seafarers off the Coast of Malaysia

Ten gunmen, belonging to the Philippine-based Abu Sayyaf terrorist group, kidnapped 10 fishermen during the early morning hours of June the 18th off the coast of Sabah, Malaysia.

Spanish Authorities Seize General Cargo Ship Carrying Over 10 Tons of Hashish

Authorities in Spain have seized over 10 tons of Hashish from the Moldova-flagged General Cargo Ship, HELGA (ship name as reported by AIS: ELG) in the afternoon of June the 17th.

16.5 Tons of Cocaine Seized from MSC Container Ship

Federal authorities in Philadelphia seized over 16.5 tons of Cocaine from the Liberian-flagged Container Ship, MSC GAYANE during the evening of June the 17th.

Grande America Crew Arrested for Arson

Three officers that were working aboard the fire-stricken ConRo vessel, Grande Europa have been arrested in Spain and charged with arson.

Tankers Attacked in the Strait of Hormuz Arrive at Fujairah

The two tankers that were attacked last Thursday off the strait of Hormuz, successfully arrived at the port of Fujairah on June the 17th, following a salvaging operation.

UPDATE: New Details Surface on the Attacks in the Strait of Hormuz

More details have surfaced on the attacks on the two tankers that occurred near the Strait of Hormuz, in the area between Fujairah, UAE and Jask, Iran on June the 13th.

Two Oil Tankers Damaged in Suspected Torpedo Attacks in the Gulf of Oman

Two tankers have been involved in an attack in the Gulf of Oman during the morning hours of June the 13th and had to be evacuated.

Stowaway Sets Fire to the MSC Canberra

A stowaway onboard the Panamanian-flagged Container ship, MSC Canberra tried to set fire to the vessel during the early morning hours of June the 9th while the ship was anchored off Haifa, Israel.

Attempted Robbery near Johor, Malaysia - May 31st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to rob a vessel anchored near Johor, Malaysia

Spanish Authorities Seize over 2,5 Tonnes of Cocaine from Fishing Vessel - 7 Crew Members Arrested

The Spanish fishing vessel, Gure Leire, was seized by Spanish authorities on the 27th of May after they discovered over two and a half tonnes of cocaine onboard.

Vessel Robbed at Macapa Anchorage, Brazil - May 31st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed at Macapa Anchorage, Brazil.

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  31st of May

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  25th to the 31st of May

Vessel Robbed at Cigading Port, Indonesia - May 28th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed at Cigading Port, Indonesia.

Vessel Robbed at Nacala Inner Anchorage, Mozambique - May 26th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed at Nacala Inner Anchorage, Mozambique.

Vessel Robbed in Malaysia - May 18th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while transiting near Tanjung Piai, Malaysia.

Aggravated Robbery at Taboneo Anchorage, Indonesia - May 23rd 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while at Taboneo Anchorage, Indonesia.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - May 24th 2019

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  18th to the 24th of May

18 People Arrested in Nigeria over Illegal Bunkering– Fake Pirate Attack Uncovered

18 Seafarers were arrested in Nigeria for allegedly attempting to illegally export stolen crude oil to Ghana.

Vessel Robbed while Transiting through the Singapore Strait - May 18th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while transiting through the Singapore Strait.

Nigerian Pirates Demand $1M to Release the Crew of the MT APECUS

The Nigerian Pirates who took the crew of the Palau-flagged Oil Tanker, MT APECUS hostage, have demanded one million dollars in exchange for their release.

Aggravated Robbery at Callao Anchorage, Peru - May 18th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while anchored at Callao Anchorage, Peru.

Aggravated Robbery at Conakry Anchorage, Guinea - May 14th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while anchored at Conakry Anchorage, Guinea.

Aggravated Robbery off the Coast of Indonesia - May 12th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while transiting off the coast of Indonesia.

New Details Have Surfaced on the UAE Sabotage Attack

New details have surfaced on the sabotage attack that took place in Fujairah, UAE last Sunday.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - May 17th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  11th to the 17th of May

Pirates Hijack Vessel at Lome Anchorage, Togo - May 12th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates hijacked a vessel at Lome Anchorage, Togo.

Bulk Carrier Robbed at Lubuk Gaung Anchorage, Indonesia - May 11th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while anchored at Lubuk Gaung Anchorage, Indonesia.

Attempted Boarding off the Coast of the Philippines - May 10th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to board a vessel transiting off the coast of the Philippines.

UAE: Explosive Charges Used in the Sabotage Attacks

Initial reports of the events that took place on the 12th of May, in the United Arab Emirates, indicate that explosive charges or limpet mines were the primary culprits used in the sabotage attacks.

Dutch Cargo Vessel Used as a Portable Meth Lab Starts Sinking During Raid

The Dutch Cargo vessel, Arsianco started sinking in the afternoon of May the 10th, while docked at the port of Moerdijk, Netherlands.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - May 10th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  4th to the 10th of May

Attempted Robbery At Lagos Secure Anchorage, Nigeria - May 3rd 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to rob a vessel anchored at Lagos, Nigeria.

Man Shot Dead during Pirate Attack on Yacht

A New Zealand family was attacked by pirates during the early morning of May the 3rd, while their yacht was transiting through the Guna Yala district of Panama.

Pirates Attack Vessel Transiting off the Coast of Ecuador - May 3rd 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to board a vessel transiting off the coast of Ecuador.

Heavy Lift Carrier Boarded in the Gulf of Guinea - May 5th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates hijacked a vessel transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

Vessel Hijacked in the Gulf of Guinea - May 5th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates hijacked a vessel transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

Vessel Fired upon in Nigeria, Attempted Boarding - May 3rd 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates fired upon, and attempted to board a vessel transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - 3rd of May

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  27th of April to the 3rd of May

Kidnapped Indian Seafarers still in Captivity

The six seafarers that were kidnapped from the Palau-flagged product tanker Apecus are still considered missing.

Three Workers Kidnapped from an Oil Rig in Nigeria

Two foreign workers and one Nigerian national were kidnapped from an oil rig in Nigeria’s Delta region in the morning of April the 27th.

Attempted Robbery at Jakarta, Indonesia - April 26th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to rob a vessel in Jakarta's Container Terminal, Indonesia.

Vessel Robbed at Callao Anchorage, Peru - April 26th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates robbed a vessel in Callao Anchorage, Peru.

Robbery at Puerto La Cruz Anchorage, Venezuela - April 26th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates robbed a vessel in Puerto La Cruz Anchorage, Venezuela.

Attempted Robbery at Lagos Anchorage, Nigeria - April 24th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to rob a vessel in Lagos Anchorage, Nigeria.

Vessel Boarded off Indonesia - April 23rd 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel got boarded off the coast of Indonesia.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - April 26th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  20th to the 26th of April

Over Two Tons of Cocaine Found Onboard MSC Carlotta

Over 2.2 tons of Cocaine was found onboard the Liberian-flagged Container Ship, MSC Carlotta during an inspection that took place in the Peruvian port of Callao on the 23rd of April.

EU NAVFOR Captures 5 Somali Pirates - Releases 23 Hostages

The Spanish Santa-Maria class Frigate, ESPS Navarra captured five Somali pirates, and released over 23 hostages in the process, during an attack on a pirate mothership on April the 23rd.

Attempted Boarding near Buenaventura, Colombia - April 19th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to board a vessel in Buenaventura Channel, Colombia.

Nigerian Navy Arrests Armed Security Team over Possession of Firearms

The Nigerian Navy has arrested nine individuals over alleged possession of firearms in Nigerian territorial waters.

Fishing Trawlers Attacked off the Coast of Somalia - April 21st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates fired on a fishing trawler off the coast of Somalia.

Crew Kidnapped at Bonny River's Inner Anchorage - April 20th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates kidnapped the crew of a vessel anchored at Bonny River's Inner Anchorage.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - April 19th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  13th to the 19th of April

Vessel Boarded in Bonny River Inner Anchorage - Guard Injured - April 15th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded in Bonny River's Inner Anchorage.

Aggravated Robbery in Callao Anchorage, Peru - April 14th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded and robbed in Callao Anchorage, Peru.

Spanish Navy Rescues Hijacked Vessel

More information has surfaced on the hijacking of the Chemical Tanker, Maria Soltin, that occurred off the coast of Nigeria on April the 9th.

Pirates Hijack Vessel in the Bight of Bonny - April 9th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates hijacked a vessel off the coast of Nigeria.

Seafarer's Body Found Stuffed inside Deep Freezer

A crew member onboard the Palau-flagged General Cargo Vessel, Oasis III was murdered while the vessel was en route to the Alang ship-breaking yard.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - April 12th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  6th to the 12th of April

Robbery at Casablanca Port, Morocco - April 1st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while berthed at the port of Casablanca, Morocco.

Suspicious Approach off Calabar, Nigeria - 8th of April 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel noticed a suspicious approach off Calabar, Nigeria.

Attempted Boarding in Ecuador - April 1st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to board a vessel in Guayas Province, Ecuador.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - April 5th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  1st to the 5th of April

Boarding in Lagos STS Anchorage, Nigeria - March 30th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates boarded a vessel off Lagos, Nigeria.

Pirates Successfully Rob Vessel at Takoradi Anchorage, Ghana - March 29th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates boarded a vessel anchored at Takoradi Anchorage, Ghana.

Pirates Successfully Rob Vessel at Manila's South Anchorage, Philippines - March 26th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates boarded a vessel anchored at Manila's South Anchorage, Philippines.

Vessel Robbed at Batangas Anchorage, Philippines - March 26th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates boarded a vessel anchored at Batangas Anchorage Alpha, Philippines.

12 Cruise Ship Passengers Arrested for Drug Smuggling

12 people have been arrested in Madeira, as part of an investigation into drug smuggling onboard the Panama-flagged Cruise Ship, MSC Opera.

Vessel Attacked in Cameroon - 4 Seafarers Kidnapped - March 30th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel off the coast of Cameroon.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - 29th of March 2019

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  23rd to the 29th of March

Pirates Rob Vessel, Assault Crew in Jose Terminal Anchorage, Venezuela - March 28th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates boarded a vessel anchored at Jose Terminal Anchorage, Venezuela.

Pirates Board Vessel at San Pedro de Macoris Anchorage, Dominican Republic - March 21st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates boarded a vessel anchored at San Pedro de Macoris Anchorage, Dominican Republic.

Bunker Tanker Hijacked by Migrants – Italy Classifies Event as Piracy

Turkish tanker, EL HIBLU 1 was hijacked by migrants while transiting off the coast of Libya on March the 26th.

Attempted Robbery at Lagos SAA, Nigeria - 25th of March 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to rob a vessel anchored at a Safe Anchorage Area in Lagos, Nigeria.

United States Coast Guard Offloads 27,000 Pounds of Cocaine in Miami

The United States Coast Guard offloaded more than 27,000 pounds of cocaine on March the 22nd at its Coast Guard Base in Miami Beach.

Attack/Alleged Kidnapping off the Coast of Nigeria - March 20th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel off the Coast of Nigeria.

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  22nd of March 2019

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  16th to 22nd of March

Aggravated Robbery at Jose Terminal Anchorage, Venezuela - March 21st 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates robbed a vessel anchored at Jose Terminal Anchorage, Venezuela.

Attempted Boarding at Callao Anchorage, Peru - March 19th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to board a vessel in Callao Anchorage, Peru.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - March 15th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  9th to 15th of March

Authorities in Port Newark Seize over 1.5 Tons of Cocaine from Containership

Authorities at Port Newark seized 1.5 tons of cocaine that was being smuggled into the country onboard the Liberian-flagged containership MSC Carlotta.

Pirates Board Vessel in Macapa Anchorage, Brazil - March 10th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attempted to rob a vessel anchored at Macapa Anchorage, Brazil

Pirates Attack Third Vessel Transiting near Brass Terminal, Nigeria - 1 Dead, 5 Seafarers Kidnapped - March 9th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a third vessel transiting south of Brass Terminal, Nigeria, kidnapping 5 seafarers in the process.

Iranian Navy Repels Alleged Pirate Attack in the Gulf of Aden

The Iranian Navy has repelled a pirate attack on an Iranian-flagged oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden.

Pirates Attack Second Vessel near Brass Terminal, Nigeria - March 9th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a second vessel transiting south of Brass Terminal, Nigeria.

Pirates Attack Vessel Transiting South of Brass Terminal, Nigeria - March 8th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel transiting south of Brass Terminal, Nigeria.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - March 8th

Weekly Piracy Security Report -  2nd to 8th of March

Argentine Coast Guard Opens Fire on Chinese Fishing Trawler

Argentine forces opened fire on a Chinese fishing trawler that was caught fishing within Argentina’s exclusive economic zone.

Pirates Rob Vessel Transiting Through the Straights of Malacca - March 5th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates robbed a vessel transiting through the Straights of Malacca.

BREAKING - Pirates Kidnap Three Seafarers in Togo

Maltese-flagged Chemical/Oil product tanker, Histria Ivory, was transiting south of Lome, Togo, when she was attacked by pirates. As a result of the attack, three crew members were kidnapped.

Pirates Rob Maersk Vessel at Aboadze Anchorage Ghana - February 27th 2019

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates robbed a vessel anchored at Aboadze Anchorage, Ghana.

Pirates Attack Vessel Transiting South of Brass Terminal, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel transiting south of Brass Terminal, Nigeria.

BREAKING - Vessel Attacked near Lome, Togo.

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel transiting south of Lome, Togo.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel near Lagos, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel transiting south of Lagos, Nigeria.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - March 1st

Weekly Piracy Security Report - February 23rd to March 1st

BREAKING - Second Merchant Vessel Attacked near Bonny, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel off Bonny Island, Nigeria.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel Transiting Through the Bight of Bonny

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel transiting through the Bight of Bonny.

UPDATE - Details on the Attack in the Gulf of Guinea on the 21st

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

BREAKING - Second Suspicious Approach in the Gulf of Aden

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a second suspicious approach occurred in the Gulf of Aden within the space of two days.

BREAKING - Suspicious Approach in the Gulf of Aden

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a suspicious approach occurred in the Gulf of Aden.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel Transiting Through the Gulf of Guinea

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

1 Seafarer Dead, 20 Jumped Overboard During Deadly Attack on Taiwanese Vessel

One Filipino crew member was killed, and another seriously injured when a violent knife fight broke out aboard a Taiwanese fishing vessel in the Indian Ocean.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - February 15th

Weekly Piracy Security Report - February 9th to 15th

BREAKING - Vessel Robbed at Caofeidian Anchorage, China

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates robbed a vessel anchored at Caofeidian Anchorage, China.

BREAKING - Pirates Board Vessel in India

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates boarded a vessel in India.

BREAKING - Pirates Board Vessel in Liberia

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates boarded and successfully robbed a vessel in Liberia.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - February 8th

Weekly Piracy Security Report - 2nd to 8th of February

Cameroon Militia Releases Eastern Pacific Crude Oil Tanker

Eastern Pacific Shipping issued a statement on the 6th of February, announcing the release of their Aframax-class crude oil tanker, Barents Sea.

Oil Tanker Captain Injured in Knife Attack

The Master of the STI Guard, a Marshall Islands-flagged Crude Oil Tanker owned by Scorpio Tankers, got injured following an altercation with a crewmember.

9.5 Tons of Cocaine Found Onboard Cargo Ship

Police in Cape Verde confiscated 9.5 tons of cocaine that were discovered onboard the Panama-flagged general cargo ship, ESER on January the 31st.

Private Militia Seizes Oil Tanker in Cameroon

Singapore-flagged Aframax-class crude oil tanker, BARENTS SEA, was seized by a private militia in Cameroon.

BREAKING - Crew Kidnapped in the Gulf of Guinea

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates kidnapped the crew of a vessel transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - February 1st

Weekly Piracy Security Report - January the 26th to February 1st

MSC Mandy Crew Released from Captivity

The six kidnapped crew members of the MSC Mandy have been released from captivity.

BREAKING - Pirates Board Vessel at Jingtang Anchorage, China

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after an attempted robbery took place at Jingtang Anchorage, China.

BREAKING - Pirates Rob Vessel Anchored at Abidjan Anchorage, Ivory Coast

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while anchored off Abidjan Anchorage, Ivory Coast.

More Information on the Three Pirate Attacks that Occurred Last Week off the Coast of Nigeria

New information has come to light, in regard to the three pirate attacks that occurred within the space of 24 hours off the coast of Nigeria.

BREAKING - Third Vessel Attacked Near Brass Terminal Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked while transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - January 25th

Weekly Piracy Security Report - January 19th to the 25th

BREAKING - Pirates Attack a 2nd Vessel near Brass Terminal, Nigeria.

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked while transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel near Brass Terminal, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked while transiting through the Gulf of Guinea.

BIMCO Calls for International Action to Combat Piracy in The Gulf of Guinea

The world’s largest shipping association, BIMCO, has called for international action in order to combat piracy in the Gulf of Guinea.

BREAKING - Pirates Rob Vessel Anchored off Puerto Jose Anchorage, Venezuela

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while anchored off Puerto Jose Anchorage, Venezuela.

USCG Apprehends Three Stowaways on Containership off the Coast of Miami

The crew of the Antigua-flagged container ship, Diana J, found three stowaways onboard, as the vessel was approaching the port of Miami, in the late evening of January the 15th.

US Issues Warning Over Potential Militant Attacks in Nigeria

The US embassy in Nigeria has issued a warning, suggesting that Islamist militants in the region are planning potential terrorist attacks.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - January 18th

Weekly Piracy Security Report - January 12th to 18th

BREAKING - Pirates Board Vessel Anchored at Apapa-Lagos Secure Anchorage, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded while anchored at Apapa-Lagos Secure Anchorage, Nigeria

BREAKING - Vessel Robbed While Anchored at Ciwandan Anchorage, Indonesia

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was robbed while anchored at Ciwandan Anchorage, Indonesia.

BREAKING - Vessel Boarded While Anchored off Cao Fei Dian Anchorage, China

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded while anchored off Cao Fei Dian Anchorage, China.

BREAKING - Pirates Board Vessel at Lagos Anchorage, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded while anchored at Lagos Anchorage, Nigeria

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel in Lagos, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked while anchored off Lagos, Nigeria

UPDATE - 2 - Pirates Kidnap Seafarers off the Coast of Benin

An update on the kidnapping that took place off the coast of Benin on January the 2nd.

Oil Carrier Disappears in the Java Sea

Crude palm oil carrier, Namse Bangdzod, was declared missing while transiting through the Java Sea, on December the 28th.

BREAKING - UPDATE - Pirates Kidnap Seafarers off the Coast of Benin

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel had its crew kidnapped while sailing off the Coast of Benin.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel off the Coast of Benin

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked off the Coast of Benin.

Bulgarian Authorities Seize Libyan Vessel

Armed militants boarded the Libyan-flagged crude oil tanker, BADR, while it was anchored off Burgas, Bulgaria, and forced its crew to disembark the vessel, in the afternoon of December the 22nd.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - December 23rd

Weekly Piracy Security Report – December 15th  to December the 21st.

Abducted Crew Released by Pirates

The crew of the Pomerania Sky, the Libyan-flagged containership that was attacked in late October by pirates off the coast of Nigeria, has been finally released.

Police in South Africa Arrests Pirate Suspected of Kidnapping

Police in South Africa arrested a 28-year-old Nigerian national in conjunction with the hijacking of the Dutch Cargo Ship, FWN Rapide, earlier this year.

Peruvian Navy Impounds 25kg of Cocaine From Containership

Over 25 kg of cocaine was found onboard Singapore-flagged containership, San Clemente, during an inspection in the port of Callao, Peru on December the 15th.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack and Board Vessel in the Gulf of Guinea

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution, after pirates attacked and boarded a vessel in the Gulf of Guinea.

BREAKING - Kidnapping of Four Seafarers in Malaysia

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution, after the potential kidnapping of four seafarers in Malaysia.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel Traversing Through The Gulf of Guinea

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked off the Coast of Nigeria.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - December 14th

Weekly Piracy Security Report – December 8th to December 14th

Indian Navy Patrol Vessel Seizes Cache of Weapons from Boat off the Coast of Somalia

An Indian Navy Patrol vessel, which has been deployed on an anti-piracy operation in the Gulf of Aden, has seized a cache of weapons that includes assault rifles, machine guns and ammunition, from a boat off the coast of Somalia on December the 7th.

BREAKING - Suspicious Approach Near Bab-El-Mandeb Strait

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was approached by several skiffs near the strait of Bab-El-Mandeb.

Saipem Hit by Cyber Attack

Italian oil services company, Saipem SPA, has identified a cyber-attack on their servers, originating from Chennai, India.

Terrorist Group Kidnaps 3 Seafarers in Malaysia

Three crew members of an as-of-yet undisclosed vessel were abducted on December the 5th, in the vicinity of Lahad Datu, Sabah, near the Philippine border.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel off the Coast of Malaysia

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked off the Coast of Malaysia.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - December 7th

Weekly Piracy Security Report – December 1st to December 7th

BREAKING - Pirates Board and Rob Vessel in Indonesia

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded and robbed while anchored at Merak Anchorage, Indonesia.

BREAKING - Pirates Board Vessel and Assault Crew in Conakry Anchorage

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded while docked at Conakry Anchorage, Guinea.

Pirates Attack Containership off the Coast of Brazil - Authorities Discover Over 400 Kilos of Cocaine Onboard

Danish containership, Cap San Marco, was attacked and boarded by pirates, early in the morning of December the 2nd, as it was approaching the port of Santos, Brazil.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Multiple Vessels off the Coast of Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution when sailing in the Gulf of Guinea; several vessels in the area have been attacked by an unknown number of pirates.

Weekly Piracy Security Report – November 23rd

Weekly Piracy Security Report - Events Reported from November 17th to November 23rd

UPDATE: Migrants Forcibly Removed From Vessel

The remaining 77 migrants that had refused to disembark the Nivin, were forcibly removed when Libyan authorities raided the vessel on the evening of November 20th.

Activists Board Tanker Off the Coast of Spain

A team of Greenpeace activists boarded the Cayman-flagged oil tanker, Stolt Tenacity, in the morning of November the 17th.

BREAKING - Pirates Boarded Vessel Off Lagos, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was boarded off Lagos, Nigeria.

Weekly Piracy Security Report - November 16th

Weekly Piracy Security Report - Events Reported from November 10th to November 16th

ONGOING: Migrants Still Refuse to Release Vessel

The migrants that have barricaded themselves within the Ro-Ro vessel Nivin over the past five days, still refuse to leave the ship.

REPORT - Suspected Pirate Approach in the Horn of Africa

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was approached by pirates at the Horn of Africa

Migrants Steal Vessel and Sail to Britain

In what is an unprecedented turn of events, 17 migrants managed to reach the English coast after commandeering a French fishing crawler, during the evening hours of November 13th.

Migrants Seize Vessel In The Mediterranean

Over 90 migrants onboard the Panama-flagged RoRo Vessel, Nivin, are refusing to disembark the ship, bringing vessel operations to a standstill.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel Off the Coast of Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked by pirates  near the river Niger.

BREAKING - Pirate Attack in the Philippines

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel was attacked by pirates in the Philippines.

BREAKING - Pirates Attack Vessel Near Bonny Island, Nigeria

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates attacked a vessel near Bonny Island, Nigeria.

BREAKING - Vessel Robbed Off the Coast of Indonesia

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after pirates robbed a vessel off the coast of Indonesia.

Australian Based Shipbuilder Hit by Cyber Attack

Australian based shipbuilder Austral, confirmed last night that its management system had been targeted by a cyber-attack.

Nigerian Groups Oppose SNEPCO Supply Base Relocation

A coalition of Nigerian groups are opposing the potential relocation of the Shell Nigeria Exploration & Production Company (SNEPCO) supply base from Onne to Lagos.

South Korea Expands Drone Use to Monitor Illegal Fishing

South Korea plans to expand its use of drones in order to monitor marine littering, and illegal fishing taking place in the country’s waters.

#Advisory Vessel Attacked Near Mogadishu

Seafarers are advised to exercise caution after a vessel is reported to have been fired upon near Mogadishu.

#UPDATE Vessel Released but Crew on Swiss Ship Still Held by Pirates

Confirmation has come in that the Swiss vessel attacked by pirates off Nigeria has been released. The 12 kidnapped crew members are still being held by pirates.

Over 200 Feared Dead after Ferry Capsizes in Tanzania

It is feared more than 200 people could have drowned after a ferry capsized in Tanzania last night.

Smugglers Arrested and Cocaine Seized Off Vessel in English Channel

Five men have been arrested on suspicion of smuggling after a significant quantity of cocaine was seized off a catamaran in the English Channel.

#ADVISORY Suspected Hijacking at Libreville Anchorage

Seafarers advised to exercise caution after a suspected hijacking on a merchant vessel in Libreville anchorage.

#BREAKING Merchant Vessel Attacked in Gulf of Guinea

An urgent advisory has been sent out warning seafarers to exercise caution in the Gulf of Guinea after a report of pirate activity in the area.

#ATTEMPTED BOARDING near the port of Baraawe

Merchant vessel alerts authorities as it faces pirate attack near the port of Baraawe.

#ADVISORY Suspicious Approach Off Ghana

Seafarers have been advised to exercise extreme caution following the attempted boarding of a merchant vessel off the coast of Ghana.

Sanctions imposed on N.Korea over illegal fuel transfers

US authorities have stipulated that all sales of fuel are immediately stopped after they accused North Korea of breaching the UN sanctions on refined petroleum.

Stowaway discovered on Bulk Carrier at Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Crew members on board bulk carrier MI Harmony discovered a stowaway on 8th June as the ship docked at Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

Offshore Supply Ship Boarded off Yemen

VOS Theia, the U.N. World Food Programme’s (WFP) chartered ship has been subjected to an attack from an armed gang whilst in anchorage off Hodeida, Yemen.

Boarding with Hook and Rope - Lagos Anchorage

A report has come in of a boarding with a hook and rope. A bulk carrier was approached by two robbers at around 02:30 UTC on 03.06.18. Posn: 06:17N – 003:21E, Lagos Anchorage, Nigeria.

Pirates Arrested after Tanker Boarded off Malaysia

14 pirates armed with machetes attacked crew members onboard the tanker Lee Bo whilst it was off Baharu, Malaysia, north of Singapore on 1st June.

ADVISORY ATTACK West of Jazair Az Zubayr Island

Reports just in of an attack on a merchant vessel approx. 5NM West of Jazair Az Zubayr Island. Vessels transiting the area are warned to exercise extreme caution.

Oil Smuggling Operation Discovered in Ghana

An illegal operation to smuggle oil has been discovered at Tema Port in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana.

Seafarer Falls Overboard off US Virgin Islands

A search and rescue operation has been launched after a seafarer fell overboard MSC Seaside in the US Virgin Islands yesterday.

#ADVISORY Attempted Boarding off Port Harcourt

Attempted boarding- PORT HARCOURT. At 1000UTC this morning pirates attempted to board a merchant vessel with 6 people on board. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution.

Nigerian Locals to Fight Back Against Pirates

A group of residents and officials in Akuku-Toru, Rivers state, have vowed to take justice in to their own hands and fight back against pirates if the Government doesn't do more to lower the levels of piracy in their area.

5 Feared Dead, Residents Evacuated and Vessels on Fire, Port Harcourt

Residents around Port Harcourt were evacuated after a fire swept across several vessels leaving 5 people missing and feared dead.

16 Fishermen Missing After Violent Pirate Attack

16 fishermen are missing after a violent pirate attack in which the men were attacked with machetes and forced to jump overboard with weights tied to their legs. The attack took place on the evening of 27th March, Northwest of South America.

Six Tunisian Stowaways Arrested at Ghana Port

Six stowaways have been detained by authorities in Ghana after trying to smuggle themselves in to the Port of Tema.

Hacking Ring Targets Maritime Firms for Millions

Security experts have uncovered a Nigerian hacking ring targeting maritime companies from across the world to steal millions of dollars.

TUNA FISHING COMPANIES STOP OPERATIONS AMID PIRATE ATTACKS

At least 14 tuna fishing companies have halted operations in Ghana over fears that the crew will be attacked by pirates. There has been an upsurge in pirate attacks in the region since March this year.

Violent Pirate Attacks and Hostage Taking Reach Record High

The level of pirate attacks in the first quarter of this year is the highest it has been for over 5 years. The ICC International Maritime Bureau have issued their Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships report, detailing the pirate-related incidents that have occurred over the last 3 months, compared to same period in previous years.

#SUSPICIOUS APPROACH - Active Pirates Reported in South China Sea

A report has come in of a suspected attempted boarding by pirates in the South China Sea today. A catamaran was approached by small ship Hong Lrut with 2 people on board at around 18:30 UTC.

#BREAKING #HIJACKING Speedboat boarded

1 Dead and 11 Missing After Dredger Capsizes in Malaysia

Pirates Successfully Board Tanker off Haiti

Reports have just come in that products tanker Maersk Maya was boarded by pirates while anchored in Port-au-Prince, Haiti on February 22.

EU NAVFOR Praise Crew for Actions During Pirate Attack

EU NAVFOR have praised the crew on board MT Leopard Sun for the speed and efficiency of their actions when they came under attack from armed pirates on the 23rd February.

Crew Fight Off Armed Pirates With Oil and Water

The crew of a cargo ship have been praised by authorities for fighting off armed pirates with boiling water and oil. Around 12 pirates are reported to have attacked the Philippine ship, MV Kudos, as it sailed near Sibago Island, in the Basilan region.

300kg of Cocaine Found on Ship in Italy

The crew of a container ship in Italy have handed in over 300kg of cocaine after finding it on board their ship.

Navy Help Crew Escape Pirate Attack in Nigeria

The Nigerian Navy have helped the crew of a container ship escape during a pirate attack near Bonny, Nigeria.

Pirates Abort Hijacking After Boarding Ship in Benin

Pirates successfully boarded a product tanker in Benin, but aborted the hijacking after military officials arrived at the scene.

Cocaine Found On Container Ship

Cocaine was discovered on board a container ship that was docked in Santos, Brazil.

Is One Insurer Controlling the World’s Kidnap Claims?

Kidnap, ransom, cyber attacks and terror. Not your average insurance claim. And this is exactly why one insurance company has the monopoly of this whole sector.

WARNING- INSURGENT ACTIVITY PORT OF ADEN

Aden, Yemen- 2018-002A-Insurgency

TERRORISTS TARGET COMMERCIAL SHIPPING- should you worry?

In 2000 seventeen sailors were murdered and a further thirty-nine seriously injured when terrorists rammed the hull of the USS Cole with a speedboat laden with explosives.

DRUG TRAFFICKERS BOARD GERMAN CONTAINER SHIP

Drug traffickers reportedly boarded the ROTTERDAM EXPRESS, a container ship bound for Dominican Republic.

UNION MARITIME CREW RELEASED

Union Maritime have confirmed that after 6 days under pirate control MT Barratt has been released.

Union Maritime Tanker Hijacked by Pirates

Union Maritime has confirmed that a 2005 built oil products tanker Barrett has been attacked by pirates.

IMB: Pirate attacks at two-decade low

In over two decades last year, pirate attacks worldwide fell to their lowest level, however, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) mentioned that more than doubled in the Philippines while African trouble spots.

Maritime piracy and armed robbery reaches 22-year low

According to the latest IMB report, a total of 180 piracy and armed robbery incidents against vessels were reported to the International Chamber of Commerce’s (ICC) International Maritime Bureau (IMB) in 2017.

Suspicious Approach in Bab el Mandeb Strait

Category: SUSPICIOUS APPROACH

ADVISORY NOTICE 001/JAN/2018

1. Category: SIGHTING

Explosion fears as fire rages on China oil tanker

Fears are growing for 32 missing crew members caught in what is being described as potentially one of the worst environmental disasters since 199

Gun battle breaks out in Somalia

A fierce gun battle has broken out between opposing armies in Somalia.

Cameroonian troops entered Nigeria without seeking authorisation

ABUJA/DAKAR (Reuters) – Cameroonian troops this month crossed into Nigeria in pursuit of rebels without seeking authorization from Nigeria, causing a falling-out between the governments behind the scenes, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Saudi forces intercept Riyadh-bound Houthi missile

Saudi Arabia says it has intercepted a missile fired towards the country’s capital, Riyadh, from neighbouring Yemen.

Greek bulk carrier attacked and kidnapped by pirates

Greek bulk carrier SKYLIGHT was attacked by pirates in Bight of Biafra, Nigeria, at around 0900 UTC Dec 14, in vicinity 03 47N 006 19E, 38 nm south of Brass.

Libya – port situation

There have been no further changes to the working status of Libyan ports since the closing of Tobruk port and the opening of Benghazi commercial port in October 2017.

Libyan mayor Mohamad Eshtewi kidnapped and killed in Misrata

Unknown gunmen have killed the mayor of Libya’s port city Misrata after reportedly chasing his car and kidnapping him.

Crisis in the Mediterranean, Maritime security and SAR operations

Under the securitization of the Mediterranean Sea, Italy is amongst the key players contributing to the maritime strategy of the European Union’s southern borders.

Pirate Skiff Approaches Container Ship

U.K. security brokerage company Asket has highlighted a video of a vessel under attack in the Gulf of Guinea. Reportedly, the attempted attack of the Singapore-flagged container ship occurred on December 7, 2017. Eight armed men are shown in the pirate skiff, but the container ship crew manage to thwart their attempt at boarding the vessel.

Extremist Groups Eye Yemen Conflict With Renewed Opportunities

As the killing of the deposed Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh broadens the political fracturing in Yemen and the humanitarian crisis worsens, experts warn the war-torn country could soon become a hotbed for jihadists affiliated with al-Qaida and the Islamic State terrorist groups.

G7, Gulf of Guinea Nations Join Forces Against Maritime Crimes

The G7 Friends of the Gulf of Guinea Group (G7++FOGG), monday met in Nigeria to join forces with regional stakeholders to tackle the issues of maritime illegalities bedevilling the region.

Government misses delivery target $186m anti-piracy equipment

The Federal Government may have shelved its promise of floating some high-tech machinery meant to combat maritime crime in the nation’s troubled waters. Under the initial target, the facilities were expected to have arrived Nigeria in August, but three months after, the project now appears elusive.

Warning 001/DEC/2017

MDAT-GoG Warning Notice 001/DEC/17

Warning 001/DEC/2017 UPDATE 001

Warning 001/DEC/2017 UPDATE 001

Drug smugglers ‘hacking’ could deliberately capsize the enormous vessels

Criminals are hacking into computers that control worldwide shipping to smuggle drugs and weapons on a vast scale, security experts have warned.

Somalia: Iran Naval Forces Repel Pirate Attack On Merchant Vessel in Gulf of Aden

Iranian naval forces have repelled pirates who were attacking one of the country’s merchant vessels in the Gulf of Aden. Iran’s 48th naval fleet, comprised of Alvand destroyer and Lavan logistic warship, rescued the Iranian ship from an attack by pirates in the south of Ras Sharbitat region in Oman on Sunday morning.

Chennai Six: Britons jailed in India win appeal

Six British former soldiers who have been held on weapons charges in India since 2013 are to be released. They were arrested while working as guards on a ship to combat piracy in the Indian Ocean.

Cursed voyage of Russian ro-ro ship IMAN – murder, fire

MRCC Vladivostok reported fire in engine room of Russian ro-ro ship IMAN in the morning local time Nov 24 in Japan sea, 210 nm off Vladivostok. IMAN with cargo of cars is en route from Toyama Japan to Vladivostok, crew 21, all Russians.

Advisory Notice 006/NOV/17 – Suspicious Approach

Advisory 006/NOV/17

Advisory Notice 005/NOV/17 CORRECTION POSITION

Advisory 005/NOV/17 CORRECTION POSITION

MDAT-GoG Advisory Notice 006/NOV/17

Advisory 006/NOV/17

MDAT-GoG Advisory Notice 004/NOV/17

Advisory 004/NOV/17 1. Category: SUSPICIOUS APPROACH/ATTEMPTED BOARDING

Warning – Warning – Warning 001/NOV/2017

WARNING-WARNING-WARNING WARNING 001/NOV/2017 ATTACK On 21 NOV 2017 at 1940 UTC. MV reported being under Attack by 4 Armed Skiffs in POSN 14-08.7N 048-57.3E (Near Mukulla Port).

UPDATE WARNING 001/NOV/2017

UPDATE WARNING 001/NOV/2017 ATTACK- 14-08.7N 048-57.3E Incident now complete. Vessel and crew are safe.

Albacora tuna vessel escapes Somali pirate attack

A vessel owned by Spanish tuna fishing giant Albacora, Galerna III, managed to escape a pirate attack northwest of the island of Mahe, in international waters, El Correo reported.

EU Navfor’s Italian Ship Captures Suspected Pirates

EU NAVFOR Somalia’s Flagship, the Italian vessel ITS Virginio Fasan, has apprehended six suspected pirates and seized their vessels.

Destroyer USS Benfold collided with Japanese tug

US Navy destroyer USS Benfold collided with Japanese commercial tug after tug lost propulsion, on Nov 18 in Sagami Bay, Kanagawa Prefecture, central Honshu, Japan, during towing exercise.

ADVISORY NOTICE 004/NOV/2017 ATTACK

ADVISORY NOTICE 004/NOV/2017 Category: ADVISORY NOTICE 002/NOV/ 2017 UPGRADED TO ATTACK

ADVISORY NOTICE 002/NOV/2017 SIGHTING

ADVISORY NOTICE 002/NOV/2017 Category: Sighting

Warning 003/NOV/2017 ATTACK

Warning 003/NOV/2017 Category: Attack

Warning 003/NOV/2017 UPDATE 1

Warning 003/NOV/2017 UPDATE 1 Category: Attack

Singaporean bulk carrier attacked, 10 crew kidnapped and freed, Nigeria

Bulk carrier VENUS BAY was attacked and boarded by armed pirates at 0822 UTC Nov 11, while drifting in position 04 07N 007 00E, some 23 nm south of Bonny, Bight of Bonny, Gulf of Guinea, Nigeria.

Yemen suicide bomb kills at least six in city of Aden

Two suicide bombers detonated a car packed with explosives in Yemen’s southern city of Aden on Tuesday, killing at least six people, witnesses said.

Suspicious death of 2nd officer on board of Russian ship

Police in Toyama Shinko port, Honshu, Japan, was alerted in the morning Nov 12 by ship’s agent call, reporting the death of a crew member on board of Russian ro-ro ship IMAN, docked at Toyama Shinko.

Warning 002/NOV/2017 ATTACK

Category: Vessel Attack Description: a Merchant Ship was attacked in 04 07 10N 006 59 57E at 0822UTC on 11 November 2017. Vessels transiting the area are to exercise extreme caution.

MDAT-GoG Advisory Notice 002/NOV/17

ADVISORY NOTICE 002/NOV/2017 Category: Attempted boarding

Piracy Increases in Straits of Malacca and Singapore

The number of incidents of piracy against ships in Asia in October increased compared to the same period in 2016. Nine incidents were reported in October 2017 compared to seven incidents reported in October 2016.

Navy launches “Operation Octopus Grip” with gunboats in Delta

The Nigerian Navy, Central Naval Command has launched “Operation Octopus Grip” phase two with eleven gunboats in Delta State. The Navy appealed to coastal communities to cooperate with it to rid the Niger Delta of crime.

Nigerian Navy declares war on Niger Delta Avengers

The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibo-Ete Ibas, declared on Monday, that the Nigerian Navy had reinforced security measures to combat militancy, insurgency, sea pirates, kidnapping and oil bunkering.

Vietnam devastation – typhoon not the only culprit

Port of Quy Nhon is said to be blocked by numerous ships which sank during typhoon Damrey passage on Nov 4. Most of them rest on bottom, partially above waterline, some on even keel, some listed. In total, 10 ships were sunk by typhoon, 71 crew were rescued or survived by other means, 10 dead and 3 missing.

Somalia: UNSC urges “comprehensive response” to piracy

NEW YORK, NOVEMBER 7 – Condemning the acts of piracy and armed robbery at sea off the coast of Somalia, the United Nations Security Council today called for a “comprehensive response” to prevent and suppress such acts and tackle their underlying causes.

ADVISORY NOTICE 001/NOV/2017

1. Category: SUSPICIOUS APPROACH

Iranian 5000-TEU container ship crashed into island, Hong Kong, residents fear fire

Iranian container ship TOUSKA ran aground at around 1315 UTC Nov 5, the ship literally crashed into eastern tip of Magazine island, South Horizon, Hong Kong. Residents of South Horizon were alerted by crashing noise, watching sparks from bow’s collision with ground. According to residents, there may be fire on board of TOUSKA, there’s smell of something burning in the air.

Nigeria: Piracy – Foreign Shipping Firms Pay N14 Billion to Escort Vessels in Nigeria

Lagos — Due to the volatile nature of Nigeria waterways, foreign shipping companies spend over N13.76 billion ($45 million) annually to escort their vessels from one point to another on Nigeria’s waterways, LEADERSHIP has learnt.

FUJAIRAH PORT – STS inspections by the Harbour Master prior to STS operations

On 26 October 2017 Fujairah Harbour Master issued the attached notice to Mariners No. 231 which states that “Ships undergoing ship to ship oil cargo operation should pass a safety inspection conducted by Port Authority to confirm the vessels are in a good condition to conduct S.T.S oil cargo operation.”

Piracy attacks: US warns ships over Nigerian waters.

The United States of America, through its Maritime Administration, has published the latest Maritime Alert. In the alert, which was released, Wednesday, it warned ships to be wary when approaching Nigerian waters. Ports: 26 ships with petrol, food items expected According to the US Maritime Administration, the two recent incidences of pirate attacks in the Niger Delta of Nigeria is a confirmation of escalating insecurity around and on the waters of Nigeria.

CT: Gulf of Aden Security Review

A regularly updated review of both Yemen and the Horn of Africa covering topics related to security, governance, and militant activity.

Nigeria In Trouble Again As Niger Delta Avengers End Ceasefire

If the threat by the Niger Delta Avengers to resume hostilities with the Nigerian government anytime from now is anything to go by, then Nigeria is in trouble again.

Over a Tonne of Cocaine Seized aboard RORO Ship off Portugal

Over a tonne of cocaine was found on board a Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) cargo ship named Agat which was intercepted in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean by the Portuguese authorities in an operation aimed at curbing illicit drug trafficking by sea.

ATTACK on MT INTERIM *FLASH ALERT*

An attack against MT INTERIM is now finished. Pirates have left the area due to the arrival of security vessels (potentially DEFENDER 6 / NNS OGURO) Pirates in a single sole speedboat. MT INTERIM is safe and under escort or security vessels. More to follow by MASPAN and MDAT GOG.

UAE’s Aframax tanker boarded by pirates, Singapore Strait

Underway tanker GP T2 was attacked by pirates at night Oct 30 in Singapore Strait, some 6.5 nm northeast of Terumbu Betata, Batam Island, Indonesia, reported ReCAAP.

Liberia-flagged, Peter Döhle managed vessel has proceeded to safe waters with 12 remaining seafarers

SIX crew members have been taken hostage in an armed pirate attack off Equatorial Guinea. The master, chief mate, second officer, second engineer, bosun and cook were taken hostage from the 2006-built, 3,091 teu, Liberia-flagged containership Demeter on Saturday morning.

Armed Pirates Board Tanker off Indonesia

Five pirates armed with knives boarded an oil tanker, identified as GP T2, on Monday, October 30 while it was underway in the Singapore Strait, at approximately 6.5 nm North East of Terumbu Betata, Batam Island, Indonesia.

Pirates steal vessel donated to Nigeria by Japan

FINDINGS have revealed that a fishing and research vessel donated by the Japanese Government to the Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology (FCF&MT) in Lagos has been stolen by pirates. This is even as the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) disclosed that it has been able to trace the missing vessel to neighboring Cameroun.

MDAT-GoG Weekly Report 43/17 _ 4 Attacks.

MDAT – GoG reports are primarily based upon information sent by vessels using the Voluntary Reporting Scheme. Masters and CSOs are encouraged to report as early as possible, events or sightings with as much detail as possible to allow MDAT-GOG to initiate the appropriate response.

Private Maritime Security Firms Spark Concerns

These days, when seafarers get together to toast over the falling piracy attacks in the Horn of Africa, they end up worrying about something that has guaranteed their safety too — the increased hiring of private security by ships.

Warning 003/OCT/2017 UPDATE 001

Description: This event refers to Warning 003/OCT/17. On 25th October 2017 at 20:05ZHrs, a merchant tanker was attacked in position 03°35.5N 006°49.2E (200°/50NM from Bonny Island, NIGERIA).

Singapore: Two More Bodies of Dredger Crew Recovered, One Still Missing

Two more bodies of seafarers, former crew members of JBB De Rong 19 dredger, have been recovered in Singapore territorial waters since the fatal collision between the dredger and tanker Kartika Segara that occurred on September 13.

Nigerian stowaways terrorised bulk carrier crew, Master issued distress signal

Bulk carrier FRIEDERIKE requested assistance while en route from Lagos Nigeria to Buenos Aires Argentina, reporting mutiny on board. 4 Nigerian stowaways mutinied and were a threat to crew. Bulk carrier was advised to change course and proceed to anchorage southeast of Montevideo.

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Kidnap and Ransom

Based on the current UK P&I report, kidnapping for ransom has significantly increased in the Gulf of Guinea and assesses whether or not this issue will continue. The Gulf of Guinea is seen as the most dangerous region for seafarers. Additionally, another recent report by Oceans Beyond Piracy mentioned that the overall number of kidnaps for ransom on 2016 in the Gulf of Guinea has already surpassed the total number of incidents that are recorded by the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) for the previous year.

Rise in Attacks and Incidents by Piracy Boarding

Piracy and Armed Robbery continues to be a concern not just for the shipping industry, but military bodies, UN agencies as well as insurers and regional institutions.

Global Marine Trends 2030

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Global Marine Technology Trends 2030 Report

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Guide For Tankers Operating in Asia Against Piracy and Armed Robbery Involving Oil Cargo Theft

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January-June 2017 Half Yearly Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships in Asia

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Nigeria Maritime Security Briefing, Jan 2010

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Masterthesis Modern Piracy

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