0300 was also repelled.
0328 UTC SHIP WAS AGAIN BOARDED FROM A FISHING BOAT IN POSITION 20-37N 071-40E BUT NO IMMEDIATE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE ABOUT LOSSES.
0340 local time. Master reported incident to authorities (IMB).
0430. The skiff continued to pursue and then opened fire on the vessel at 0622. Vessel increased speed to 22 knots and activated fire hoses before the skiff finally abandoned the attack (Mercury chat, IMB).
0440 local time four persons disguised as stevedores boarded the same ship and assaulted the duty seaman and dragged him to vessel's poop. They then stole ship's stores and equipment form engine room and steering gear flat. Contract police guard was
0445 two unlit fast boats chased ship from astern. Duty officer flashed searchlights and steered evasively and boats movedaway.
0.4 miles, the boat reduced its speed. Five men holding long poles with hooks were seen but as soon as the vessel altered course and alarmed coalition warships, the boat passed by turned attention to another vessel. It was reported that the attempt on
0.5 NM from the vessel the armed security team fired warning shots and the skiff aborted the approach. a mother vessel was sighted in the vicinity.
0753 UTC in position 13-49N 049-54E, another speedboat with three persons onboard followed for 30 minutes. Alarm was raised and boats stopped following (IMB).
09, 1997 after several thousand dollars in ransom was paid. It was reported that 20 rebels took part in the hijacking and that they used firearms to take over the ferry. There were no reports of injuries.
$100,000,000 (US). The ship has a crew of 20 and is carrying consumer goods from Mombasa to Kismayo. The gunmen reportedly posed as Coast Guard personnel to board the ship and they have been in contact with the vessel's owner.
$10,000 and crew's valuables.
11,000 TONS OF KEROSENE WERE ALLEGEDLY TRANSFERED TO A CHINESE-REGISTERED VESSEL (NFI), ALSO BEEN TAKEN INTO CUSTODY FOR SMUGGLING IN CHINA'S WATERS. CHINA'S MARITIME POLICE REPORTEDLY HAVE ARRESTED 12 INDONESIANS NOT MEMBERS OF THE CREW ON CHARGES OF
11-45N 050-30E, southwest of Cape Alula. The ship, which was on route from Europe to India with a cargo of fertilizer, having passed southbound out of the Suez Canal 8 Jun. At the time of the incident the ship was reportedly anchored close inshore while
12 knots due to arrive 20 Mar. As of 1700 UTC 20 Mar USCG was awaiting confirmation that vessel had been met and was being taken in tow. Confirmation of takeover by crew and reasons for it are currently unknown.
13-58N 049-25E. THE BOATS, WHICH WERE FIRST OBSERVED DEAD AHEAD, CLOSED TO WITHIN 1.5 NM BUT PULLED BACK WHEN MASTER ATTEMPTED EVASIVE STEERING AND, ALERTED CREW, AND LAID OUT CHARGED FIRE HOSES. DUTY OFFICER REPORTEDLY OBSERVED MEN IN THE BOATS WITH
155 degrees from the ship. At 0515 UTC, a small boat began approaching the ship at high speed. They duty officer raised the alarm and all crew mustered. At 0530 UTC, four armed suspected pirates were seen on the vessel. The vessel had one man steering
15 May naval personnel arrested 8 persons said to have abducted 2 naval ratings and 5 Shell employees from the Opuama Flow Station 9 May.
1988. NO INJURIES REPORTED.
1999 A SHIP AGROUND AT CHITTAGONG, BANGLADESH WAS RAIDED BY THIEVES WHO STRIPPED THE SHIP OF USABLE GEAR BEFORE SETTING IT AFIRE WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CUT AWAY MACHINERY AND OTHER PARTS.
1NM away. Captain raised the alarm, conducted evasive maneuvers, mustered the crew, and activated fire hoses. The suspicious skiffs continued to follow the vessel for 30 minutes before moving away (IMB, Operator).
20 May 1996 by two patrol boats manned by Somalis, in civilian dress, toting automatic weapons. The vessels master and third officer were forced at gunpoint onto one of the launches while the crew (20 personnel) and tug were escorted south toward the
20 pirate boats responded with a looting spree. About 50 local fishermen have been reported abducted for ransom (IMB).
21 knots. Pirates closed to the port quarter of the vessel and fired a rocket propelled grenade towards the bridge. Master increased speed, initiated other anti-piracy measures and mustered the crew in safe of the ship. After 20 minutes of chasing the
$230,000. The trawler and crew arrived in Mombasa, Kenya 21 Feb. The trawler was arrested in early December 1998 and the crew charged with multiple violations of Somali sovereignty. A ransom of $500,000 had been demanded. According to press accounts the
2312 speedboat detached from fishing boat and approached at high speed. Ship's crew illuminated speedboat withsearchlight and sounded ship's whistle. Speedboat then aborted approach and withdrew as a result of preventive measures taken.
24 crewmembers hostage. (IMB)
25 Dec.; the fate of 11 other crew is unknown. Philippine authorities were unable to state whether the attack was committed by pirates or Muslim rebels.
25. (IMB)
2.5 miles, master ordered crew into the safe room and activated SSAS. The skiffs continued to chase the vessels at a speed of around 20.4 knots. The master took evasive maneuvers and headed the vessel into the swell. The skiffs finally aborted the
28 crew members and 3 guards onboard. The vessel is missing in the HRA for pirate activities. The fate of the crew and vessel is unknown.
2 crewmembers at gunpoint and ordered them to discharge the fish into their boat. before leaving, the pirates stole a drum of gasoline, one propeller, vessel's property and two cell phones. They destroyed the fishing vessel's engine coil and escaped. The
2 May 1996, at 0200 local, while anchored in Rio De Janeiro. The pirates approached the ship in two launches along the forward starboard side of the vessel. Five men, armed with knives, came on board. The pirates broke the seals on 22 containers, opened
300 meters aways approaching at hight speed. Master raised alarm, sounded ship's horn and continued evasive maneuvers. Master fired two more rocket flares at these boats. The boats aborted the attempted attack and headed westward. No fishing equipment
30-40 minutes the 2 speed boats approached the vessel. Upon sighting the pirates the captain altered course to put the pirates on his stern, and once the pirates were alongside, he performed evasive maneuvers to prevent 4-5 boarding attepts by hook
3NM. Two skiffs with speeds of 20 knots commenced chasing the ship. The ship alarm was raised, speed was increased, and evasive maneuvers were conducted. The skiffs closed to 1.6NM and aborted the pursuit (IMB).
40-foot containers and removed several cartons before escaping in a small motor boat carrying two more accomplices when spotted by the Second Officer.
500 meters. Crew switched on deck lights and activated fire hoses. Boats moved away after about twenty minutes. Situation suggests these may have been smuggling vessels temporarily using the bulk carrier to mask movements.
.5 nm ship raised alarm, crew mustered and activated fire hoses, whereupon boats moved away (IMB).
66 Fish Port Complex on the morning of 23 Jan 2008. Some of the boats drifted to the Coronie shore where the crewmembers awaited rescue; a rescue team from the complex had gone there with engines. Reportedly a suspicious boat was spotted on the Rose Hall
6 PERSONS ONBOARD. TWO ROCKETS PROPELLED GRENADES WERE FIRED AT THE VESSEL. VESSEL INCREASED TO MAXIMUM SPEED AND TOOK EVASIVE MANEUVERS. ATTACK SKIFF FOLLOWED FOR 30 MINUTES WITHOUT FURTHER SHOTS FIRED BEFORE MOVING AWAY. ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED BY TWO
8 to 10 meters in length. Master raised the alarm, crew mustered, activated fire hoses, and fired one rocket flare. Pirates opened fire with automatic weapons. Master increased speed, took evasive maneuvers, and moved away from the Somali coast. Pirates
94-0052.)
98, CAPTAIN HAD SPECIALPRECAUTIONS IN PLACE INCLUDING LOCKING OF ACCOMMODATION BLOCK. ONLY KNOWN ACCESS TO ENGINE ROOM WAS THROUGH SKYLIGHT AND NO EVIDENCE FOUND OF RAPPELLING GEAR TO ACCOMPLISH FIFTY-FOOT DROP. NOTHING NOTED MISSING AND ASSAULTED CREW
a 50 km sq area were robbed of engines, fish catch and equipment and left adrift while the robbers fled toward Venezuela. The robbers reportedly work from border towns in Suriname andVenezuela.
a bamboo hook but attack was aborted when crew mustered on deck.
a bamboo pole, onto the ships rail. He informed the bridge, the alarm was raised and the whistle sounded. The robbers aborted the attempt and escaped. An investigation carried out later found nothing stolen (IMB).
abandoned.
abandoning the chase when cargo ship increased speed. Trawler, described as 50 to 60 mtrs long and a white hull with single boom, abandoned the chase when ship increased speed (IMB).
abandoning the chase, when cargo ship increased speed. Trawler is described as 50 to 60 mtrs long and has a white hull with a single boom (IMB).
ABhostage but he managed to escape and informed the Duty Officer whoalerted other crew members and raised the alarm. The robbersescaped with stolen items. Upon inspection it was found that aforecastle store had been broken into and items were missing.
able to escape (Operator, LM: timesofmalta.com).
aboard.
aboard the skiff. Embarked security team returned fire, causing the skiff to pull away and withdraw.
aboard to lower the line into the water. Loss of the line was only discovered the following day.
a boat, that was waiting with five accomplices (IMB).
aborted attempt. (IMB)
aborted the attack.
aborted the attack 10 minutes later and proceeded toward another vessel in the vicinity. The speed boat was eventually seized by coalition forces (Operator, IMB, AP).
aborted the attack.(IMB)
aborted the attempt.
aborted the attempted attack due to the hardening measures employed by the tanker.
aborted the attempt upon seeing the crew alertness and fled in a NE direction. VTIS Singapore and ships in the vicinity informed.
aborted the attempt. Vessels are advised to keep 100 miles clear of this postion and to exercise extreme caution.
aborted their attack after an hour. (ONI)
aborting the attempted attack after 15 minutes of firing exchange. Both the crew and vessel were reported unharmed.
aborting the boarding attempt.
about 0400, loading operations were temporarily suspended. Aproximately 30 minutes later the vessel was boarded from the sea by a gang of seven heavily armed raiders wearing balaclava style helmets and armed with automatic weapons. The raiders proceeded
about 1.2 nm. As the skiffs closed, The Duty Officer raised the alarm and directed non-essential crew to muster in the citadel. Vessel commenced evasive maneuvers and headed towards a nearby oil terminal to seek assistance from naval guard vessels. Two
(ABOUT 17 KTS) AND WHILE TURNING THE WHEEL HARD TO PORT AND THEN TO STARBOARD WAS ABLE TO KEEP THE ATTACKERS FROM BOARDING THE VESSEL. A SUBSEQUENT INSPECTION REVEALED APPROXIMATELY 100 BULLET HOLES. THE LOCATION OF NOORD NATUNA EIL IS UNKNOWN BY THAT
about 1NM away. The alarm was raised; the vessel increased its speed and contacted a coalition warship. The suspicious boats moved away after a few minutes. The security alarm was not engaged because the vessel was reportedly in close contact with an
about 30 knots. The craft subsequently reduced speed and moved away.
ABOUT 8-9 KNOTS. 19 JUN 86: THE SINGAPORE MARINE DEPARTMENT HAS ADVISED SHIPOWNERS AND MASTERS TO EXERCISE GREATER VIGILANCE AND IMPLEMENT EXTRA WATCHES BETWEEN 1800 AND 0600 HOURS (WHEN THERE IS A GREATER CHANCE PIRATES WILL STRIKE) TO WARD OFF PIRATES
about 8NM off course, traveling at 6kts. At 2337 UTC the second officer noticed that the target suddenly altered its course and headed towards the vessel and he immediately called the Master. At 2338 UTC the Master was present on the bridge and noticed
about three cables, pirates started firing at the ship. The pirates eventually aborted the attack and the vessel continued underway at maximum speed.
about three hours of chasing.
above position and subsequently every 30 minutes after that. Suspected that it had been hijacked, the owners reported the incident. It is assessed that the tug and barge had deviated from its planned course and heading easterly. The last assessed
above the ship and launched a helicopter. The hijacking attempt was unsuccessful. (IMB)
AB who alerted the D/O and the vessels alarm was raised and the pirates escaped with several itemsfrom the vessels ship store.
A/B who raised the alarm. Crew mustered, searched the area and released the other watchmen. Tramar port control and coast guard informed. Three coast guard personnel came onboard for investigation.
a cargo of crude palm oil. No direct contact has been made with the captain of the ship. According to local media reports, a Filipino crewmember was reportedly killed during the hijacking. The event was reported to be an accident. All remaining
access.
access to the forecastle by breaking through the razor wire. Local agent and the port authorities informed.
accommodation and searched for money. They then returned to stern, lowered ship's store into the waiting boat and escaped.
accommodation. An Indonesian crewman negotiated the release of the hostages and the thieves left the ship stealing ship's equipment as they departed.
accommodation area and locked all the doors. The Chief Security Officer contacted the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre and requested assistance. The Centre contacted the Ecuador Maritime Authorities and a coast guard patrol boat was sent to the location. On
accommodation before giving up and leaving the vessel.
accommodation block. Thieves lowered mooring lines into a waiting speedboat containing another six to eight persons and escaped.
accommodation, locked hatches and had alarm sounded. Intruders jumped overboard and escaped without taking anything.
accommodation. The robbers stole ships stores and escaped (IMB).
accommodation until police agents arrived and boarded the vessel. Together with police, a search was carried out and found no robbers on board and that nothing had been stolen.
accommodation. Within ten minutes, crew mustered and went forward to investigate. By then, the robbers had escaped in a waiting boat after stealing ship stores (IMB).
accomodation. One rpg shell fell onboard but did not explode.
accompanying their yacht, had an individual that could speak Spanish. The suspicious craft moved away slightly when they saw that the crew on the (NATURAL SELECTION) had tasers on board. The suspicious craft tailed their vessel. The boat had no flag, no
accomplice. Master informed port authority and after 30 minutes a patrol boat recovered the life raft, in damaged condition (IMB).
ACCOMPLICES.
ACCOMPLICES AND SHIP'S STORES.
accomplices (IMB).
accomplices. Incident was reported to authorities and they boarded for investigation. Coast guard sent a boat to patrol area (IMB).
accomplices remained in the their boat powered by two outboard engines. Master and all officers taken hostage and thieves stole cash and personal belongings. When crew tired to intervene the intruders threatened to kill the captain and another officer
accomplices threw cargo taken from one of the containers, down to them. An alert guard noticed and sounded the alarm resulting in a high speed chase across the harbor, with the ports water police in hot pursuit. The robbers in the motorboat escaped.
accomplices waiting in a boat. No reported injuries to crew.
accomplices were waiting. Port control was alerted and a navy boat sent in pursuit of the thieves.
According to a JTF spokesman, the task force had been inundated with complaints of robberies along the route and positioned its men to secure it. He claimed militants in two speedboats attempted to stop the passenger boats. When they allegedly fired
A CREW OF 28 EGYPTIANS.
action and boarding was averted (IMB).
action the pirates stopped chasing the ship. Later the Master noticed another five boats waiting in the vicinity of the ship. aster immediately activated SSAS and contacted the coalition forces. Later, a German coalition navy arrived at the location.
activated anti-piracy measures (IMB).
activated fire hoses.
activated fire hoses. After 30 minutes, the boats moved away (IMB).
activated fire hoses, and boats moved away (IMB).
activated fire hoses, and conducted evasive maneuvers while contacting coalition forces for assistance via VHF. The suspicious boats approached at a distance of less than 50 meters and followed the vessel for about one minute before they altered course
activated fire hoses. Nearby naval warships were informed. The suspicious boats later aborted their pursuit (Operator, IMB).
activated fire hoses. Ship commenced zig zag course and boarding was aborted (IMB).
activated fire hoses, switched all lights, sent distress signal, made evasive manoeuvres and succeeded in preventing the boarding.
activated fire hoses. The pirates attempted to board the tanker several times using grappling hooks but were unable due to the aggressive manuevers made by the tanker. A naval helicopter came for assistance and the pirates aborted the attempted attack.
activated fire hoses. The pirates chased the vessel for around 40 minutes and then aborted the attempt. The funnel, stern area and the accommodation was damaged due to the firing. No injuries to crew.
activated fire hoses. The security team onboard returned fire and the pirates aborted the attempted attack.
activated fire hoses. Upon seeing crew alertness, the robbers aborted the attempt. The master heaved up anchor and proceeded to open sea for drifting (IMB).
activated fire hoses while ship maneuvered evasively and alleged boarding attempt was broken off. Other than being a nighttime incident this event matches other S. red Sea and Gulf of Aden reports in terms of suspicious approach with out actual boarding.
activated fire houses and boats moved toward Yemeni coast after about 30 minutes (IMB).
activated the ship?s whistle. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a small boat. There were no injuries to crew. The lock to one of the store rooms was broken but no items were stolen (ReCAAP ISC).
ACTUALY LOCATION OF INCIDENT.
Additional reporting indicates the ambush was against a boat carrying food and supplies to Cameroonian soldiers on the peninsula. The attackers seized the soldiers weapons leaving others wounded. The Nigerian military stated they did not have any hand in
ADEN. THE HIJACKERS USED THE M/V TO CHASE OTHER FISHING VESSELS IN AN UNSUCCESSFUL ATTEMPT TO CAPTURE OTHER SHIPS. THE HIJACKERS TOLD THE MASTER THAT THEY WANTED TO CAPTURE A FASTER VESSEL FOR FURTHER USE IN THEIR PATROLLING OPERATIONS. AFTER SIX DAYS
a distance of less than one mile and the security team fired warning shots. The skiff stopped its approach for a moment and began to chased the shipe again. Then, the security team fired more warning shots resulting in the pirates aborting the attempted
a distress call and the owner relayed the message to the Merka agent of the Somali contractor who chartered the vessel. That agent sent out guards in two boats, who intercepted the pirates before they could board the ship. One guard was wounded in an
a distress call. Vessel with Tanzanian Navy personnel responded, there was an exchange of fire, and the pirates were arrested. (IMB, Open Source)
adrift in a rubber raft and picked up 5 Apr 86 by the coast guard reportedly no one was injured.
advantage coupled with razor wire and response from coalition navies the pirates aborted the attempt and moved away. A grey hulled mother vessel approximately 40 meters in length was reported in the vicinity.
advised (Navarea XI 405/09).
afire and reportedly leaving it in sinking condition. Seven civilian crew members of the (MERCS UHANA) are missing. The LTTE also claim damage to a Sri Lankan navy Dvora patrol boat. The LTTE web site states that the ship was carrying weapons to
a fishing vessel and taken to Batam island. The remaining two members are still believed to be on the ship. The tanker has onboard approximately 3,000 metric tons of gasoil. The pirates also painted over the name "Suci" and renamed the tanker "Glory II",
a fishing vessel underway. Counter piracy measures used and pirates aborted attempt.
AFP).
after about 20 minutes. During the incident, two crew members were slightly injured.
After a few attempts, the fishing boat gave up and fled (IMB).
after approximately one hour. No injuries to the crew were reported (IMB).
after dropping anchor and demanded money. Robbers stole the money in the ships safe and departed in an awaiting speed boat, with one more accomplice in a northerly direction. Speedboat was approximately 20 feet long; open white decking (inside hull);
after failing to stop after warnings were given, a Russian warship fired on the vessel, eventually sinking it. Three Chinese sailors were rescued, while seven others were still missing (Reuters, AP).
AFTER OBSERVING ALERT CREW.
AFTER PAYING A FINE OF APPROXIMATELY $15,000.
after releasing the duty A/B. Port authorities informed but no action taken.
AFTER THE MASTER PAID THEM AN UNSPECIFIED AMOUNT OF CASH, THE WOULD-BE HIJACKERS LEFT THE SHIP AT 2000 LOCAL TIME 15 JUL, WHEREUPON THE SHIP RESUMED ITS VOYAGE TO PORT KLANG.
after the ship's alarm was sounded. Port authorities were informed (IMB).
after threatening the watchman and stealing mooring line.
Afterwards, the robbers raided the rest of the vessel, locking the crew in the master's cabin and stealing their personal belongings. There were only a few minor injuries among the crew. The vessel was released on 5 October.
after which the boat moved away (IMB).
AFTER WHICH THE BOATS ABORTED THE ATTEMPTED BOARDING.
AFT STEERING FLAT. PIRATES COULD NOT GAIN ENTRY TO ACCOMMODATIONS AS THESE AREAS WERE SECURED.
agent.
aggressive and fired a warning shot. The skiff aborted the approach and moved away. Master called the Togo Navy but received no response. At 2305 UTC, the skiff along with three similar skiffs approached the tanker at high speed from the bow, amidship
AGGRESSORS USED SPOT LIGHTS TO ILLUMINATE THE PILOT HOUSE AND FIRED ROUNDS INTO THE STERN OF THE SS WRIGHT TO FORCE A CHANGE OF COURSE TO 250 DEG T. MASTER DENIED COMPLIANCE,BUT DID CHANGE COURSE TO 265 DEG T TO EXPEDITE TRANSIT VIA STRAIT OF GIBRALTER
agreement was reached to free the hostages in return for a meeting 15 Aug on the militants' agenda.
a grenade attack on the Isabel Market and Police Station. No casualties were reported in the ship attack but one man was killed and 18 injured in the other incidents.
A GUARD WAS IN CRITICAL CONDITION AFTER BEING ATTACKED BY THE THIEVES.
ahead and astern at a distance of 2.0 nm. Crew maintained anti-piracy measures and, after one hour and 15 min, boats stopped following the ship (IMB).
ahead of the ship. Alert crew activated fire hoses and boats withdrew after ten minutes (IMB).
ahead, to give them water. From what the merchant vessel was able to ascertain from Ch 16, a nearby bulk carrier responded and threw some mineral water over as they passed. The master onboard the bulk carrier became concerned when 14 people appeared on
a high speed craft and took almost everything on board. The items stolen include: Binoculars, calculator, typewriter, breathing apparatus, television and video equipment, two fire extinguishers, the remainder of the ship's food allowance, personal items
a hook attached to a rope. Alert crew raised alarm. Robbers jumped into water empty handed and escaped, with three accomplices waiting in a boat. Port control informed and they advised master to move further away (IMB).
aircraft to render assistance to the ship. A naval boarding team boarded the ship and rescued all the crew members and conducted a thorough search. No pirates were found onboard. The crew took command of their ship and continued the journey.
AK-47 rounds at the tanker from 500 meters away. Effective anti piracy measures resulted in the skiffs aborting and moving away. No injuries from the crew but the vessel sustained damage from the weapons firing.
a ladder but were unable due to the ship's freeboard and evasive action taken by the ship.
alarm. All crew mustered. The robbers threatened the duty the duty crewman with knives, then broke the forepeak stores locker open and stole ship's stores. Crewmembers tried to stop the robbers but they threw knives, sticks and iron rods at the crew and
alarm and alerted the crew. The vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and two signal rockets were launched from the vessel toward the speed boats? direction. Contact was established with a Russian warship in the vicinity and the two speed boats aborted the
alarm and began evasive maneuvering while crew mustered, switched on deck lights, and activated fire hoses averting a boarding (IMB).
alarm and conducted evasive maneuvers before the suspicious skiffs moved away (Operator, IMB).
alarm and crew mustered. Four shore security guards pointed their guns at the robbers, who then jumped overboard and escaped empty handed, in their awaiting boat with three accomplices. Port control was informed (IMB).
alarm and crew mustered. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped empty handed (IMB).
alarm and directed searchlight at the boat, which then withdrew (IMB).
alarm and drove the invaders from the ship.
alarm and had the crew mustered. Upon seeing the alert crew, the robbers dropped the life raft into the water, jumped overboard and escaped empty handed. The crew managed to recover the life raft and brought it back onboard the ship. Port control was
alarm and mustered the crew. The robbers escaped with the ship's stores. Port authorities did not respond. (IMB)
alarm and mustered the crew. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers quickly left the vessel empty-handed. Port control was informed of the event.
alarm, and one was seriously injured and is hospitalized (IMB).
alarm and retreated to the accommodation spaces. The crew mustered, fired pyrotechnics at the robbers, and notified Coast Guard officials who arrived and searched the area. The robbers escaped with stolen ship stores.
alarm and robbers escaped empty handed in their boat. Master informed authorities and coast guard came for investigation two hours later (IMB).
alarm and robbers escaped in a motorboat. Master reported the incident to port control (IMB).
alarm and ship?s horn, the robbers fled with the fire wire in a waiting boat along with two other accomplices (IMB).
alarm and the crew mustered. The alert crew fired four rocket flares and threw two hand flares on the skiff. The captain took evasive maneuvers and reported to nearby coalition forces. The men in the skiff aborted the attempt (Operator, IMB).
alarm and the crew mustered. The robbers escaped. Nothing was stolen. The Master tried to report the incident to the port control but did not receive a response (IMB).
alarm and the thieves escaped in a boat at 2234; six local shore watchmen avoided contact with the thieves and did not intervene (IMB).
ALARM AND THIEF ESCAPED IN THE BOAT.
alarm, but the robbers managed to steal ship's stores and escape. (IMB)
alarm but thieves escaped at 0610 before crew could muster. Port control informed at 0615 and marine police boarded at 0836 when master presented them with digital photos of the thieves' green boat (IMB).
alarm, causing in the robbers to disembark the vessel. Upon investigation, it was found that engine spares had been stolen. Port control informed.
alarm, contacted flag state authorities who informed coalition forces, and conducted evasive maneuvers to evade the pursuit (Operator, IMB, Australia.TO).
alarm, crew mustered, SSAS activated and port authorities informed. Robbers took vhf radio from the watchmen, broke open one container and escaped (IMB).
alarm, crew mustered, switched on deck lights, and secured doors. Four heavily armed pirates boarded, broke open bridge door, tied up the crew, and threatened to kill them. Pirates stole ships cash, cash from the crew, equipment, and valuables andf then
alarm (IMB).
alarm (IMB, INFO).
alarm, increased speed, and conducted evasive maneuvers. At a distance of 100 meters, the pirates began firing at the tanker. Master continued with the evasive maneuvers and crew started firing with pyrotechnics and hand-held rocket flares. The pirates
alarm, increased speed and crew activated hoses, smoke signals and fired rocket flares at the skiff. The pirates made several attempts to board the ship and finally aborted the attack due to the effective and anti-piracy measures taken by the ship
alarm, made evasive maneuvers, and contacted warship for assistance, and crew activated fire hoses. The master initially claimed the men opened fire in the tanker, and then stated that no shots were fired. A helicopter came to the location and the
alarm. Port authorities informed.
alarm raised.
Alarm raised, crew mustered and a search was carried out. Port authority informed.
alarm raised mustering crew on deck
Alarm raised, pirates opened fire at tanker. Pirates attempted to board the vessel but failed due to razor wire around the deck and the constant maneuvering. All ships in the vicinity informed via VHF. No injuries to crew.
alarm; resulting in the robbers escaping with stolen ship stores.
alarmsounded.
alarm, sounded whistle, and crew mustered. Robbers jumped into the water and escaped in a speedboat with ship's stores (IMB).
alarm, sounded whistle, mustered crew, and robbers aborted the boarding. Ship heaved up anchor and moved out of anchorage area (IMB).
alarm. There were no injuries reported. The pirates escaped in a speedboat. Port Authorities and the Coast Guard were informed of the incident.
alarm. The robbers broke the padlock on the forward store and stole from the ships stores and escaped. The Bonny signal station was called many times but did not respond. The master requested additional guards from agents (IMB).
alarm, the robbers escaped. A search revealed that the robbers had attempted to enter the forecastle store.
alarm, the robbers escaped with the stolen ship property. Port control informed.
alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with eight accomplices waiting in their boat (IMB).
alarm, took evasive maneuvers and the crew activated fire hoses. At 1100 local time the boats aborted and fled towards Somalia (IMB).
alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped. Crew mustered and made a search of the ship and found that nothing else was stolen from the ship.
alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with stolen stores in a small motor boat. (IMB)
alarm was raised. All crew mustered and all lights were switched on. Search of the vessel revealed no one onboard. The duty officer noticed an unlit craft moving away from the vessel (IMB).
alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The robbers stole from the ships stores and escaped. The port authorities were informed. No damage to the ship and no injuries to the crew (IMB).
alarm was raised. Investigations indicated that the duty watch keepers had abandoned their stations to look into a noise they had heard, allowing the robber to access the ship unnoticed. Ship's stores were found stolen (IMB).
alarm was raised only when the chief officer could not contact the watch keepers. By then, the robbers had stole contents from several containers. The robbers escaped when the alarm was raised. The port authorities were informed (IMB).
alarm was sounded and crew mustered (IMB).
alarm was sounded and the fire hoses were activated; resulting in the boarding attempt being made unsuccessful. All crew are safe.
alarm was sounded (IMB).
ALARM, WHEREUPON THE THREE LEAPED OVERBOARD.
a lashing bar towards the duty crew who escaped and informed the bridge. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered and rushed to the forecastle. The robbers escaped upon hearing the alarm. The crew found one container opened and ship's stores stolen.
Albania. The Italian vessel returned fire and forced the Albanian vessel back to port. Those aboard the Albanian vessel denied that anyone fired on the Italian vessel. On the same day an Albanian speedboat opened fire on a Greek Coast Guard vessel near
Aldis lamp at boat which gave up "chase" at 0140 and departed. Encounter sounds more reminiscent of other sightings of smuggling vessels operating in these waters than of an attempted boarding
alert and blew ship's whistle (IMB).
Alert crew mustered. Robbers jumped into water and escaped in a boat, waiting with five accomplices. The local authorities were informed (IMB).
Alert crew repelled boarders (IMB).
alert crew spotted the robber and raised the alarm. Upon seeing the crew's reaction, the robber jumped overboard and escaped. A second robber climbing the anchor chain also escaped. Ship's property was stolen. Coast guard was informed (IMB).
alert crew the robbers aborted and moved away. Later the master heard over the VHF that armed robbers had assaulted the crew and looted another vessel. The robbers had jammed the VHF signal for the duration of the attack.
alert crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped.
alerted and crew went to the citadel. The security team fired rocket flares when the skiff was at a distance of 1.5 miles but the skiff continued to approach the ship. When the skiff closed to 600 meters, the security team fired warnig shots the skiff
alerted the crew who prepared with counter-piracy measures. The boat's closest point of approach was approximately 1NM astern. The boat eventually slowed down and moved away. ONI Comment: The location of this incident was approximately 45NM south of
alerted the other crew, and raised the alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped in a small craft. No crewmembers were injured and no goods were stolen (ReCAAP).
alerted. The pirates then escaped in a small motorboat alongside. Inspections afterwards revealed that two containers had been opened and their contents had been pilfered.
alerted. The robbers jumped overboard with stolen ship's stores and escaped in a small boat.
alerted the security team who fired warning shots at the skiffs who were 15/20 feet away from the ship. The skiffs later sailed away.
Alertness, the robber escaped into a waiting boat. (IMB).
alertness, the robbers were seen jumping overboard. Investigation revealed that ship's stores were stolen.
alert with pictures of tug and barge, which remain unlocated, on 15 Mar. Seven persons armed with swords and knives tied up the six crew of the tug and forced five into a speedboat in which they were taken to a nearby island. The five untied themselves
a life raft and three fire hoses.
a life raft had been cut through.
all anti-piracy measures until the pirates broke off, and a distance of five miles was achieved.
all crewmembers and supernumeraries to the bridge. The pirates smashed the masters head with a bottle. Then, they ransacked the crewmembers cabins and took all the personal belongings, the vessels property and escaped at 0130 local time. The vessels
All crew mustered and rushed to the forecastle. On seeing the crew's alertness, the robbers escaped empty-handed in their speed boat.
all crew mustered. The on board Togo navy guards exchanged fire with the pirates. Later a large skiff with eight to ten armed pirates was spotted leaving the adjacent vessel and proceeded to the tanker. Seeing this, the Master instructed all crew members
all crew retreated into the citadel. At a distance of 0.5 miles the skiff was seen to have seven people armed with guns. When the skiff closed to 0.2 miles the security team fired warning shots resulting in the skiff moving away.
allegedly boarded and departed unnoticed. If this report is really a theft from a vessel underway at this distance offshore it is virtually unprecedented (IMB, ONI).
allowing three persons armed with guns and another seven armed with knives to board. The intruders stole TVs, radios, watches and alcohol for a total of more than $2000. Three crew were reported slightly injured.
alongside and occupants opened fire demanding vessel stop. Master decided to increase speed and began evasive maneuvering. Pursuit broken off after about five minutes. Incident may be connected to pursuit of (HORNESTRAND) 28 Feb off Guinea Coast.
alongside and the crewmembers were able to re-moor the vessel. Port authorities were informed.
ALONGSIDE IN HIGH POWERED CANOES AND USED ROPES WITH GRAPPLING IRONS TO SWARM ABOARD. POSITION GIVEN IS FOR LOCATION ONLY. EXACT POSITION OF INCIDENT WAS NOT REPORTED.
ALONGSIDE LOADING BAGGED SUGAR AT SHEDS 16-17. FOUR MASKED MEN FORCED OPEN THE DOOR TO THE MASTER'S OFFICE AND GAINED ACCESS TO HIS CABIN BY THREATINING TO KILL TWO CREW MEMBERS THEY WERE HOLDING AT GUNPOINT. THE ROBBERS TOOK $12,000 (US) AND MEDICINE
alongside the tanker in an attempted boarding maneuver, but to prevent this from succeeding the Master got underway at full speed, away from the coast. At this point, the attackers opened fire on the ship with machine guns, aiming at the accommodation,
alongside the vessel toward her stern, diverting the crew's attention from a second boat which approached the vessel's bow. Two men from the second boat used ropes to come onboard the ship as the two crewmen on watch ran toward the bow. The thieves were
alongside to their boat.
along with its either crew. (IMB, Open Press)
also believed to be damaged during the air sortie. Further, citing intercepted LTTE communication, two LTTE self styled 'majors' were killed and many others injured in the simultaneous air strikes launched at a high profile LTTE gathering point at
also broke into the bosun store and stole ships stores and escaped. The Master tried to contact port authority via VHF, no response (IMB).
also indicated that they wanted the tanker to stop, but the tanker increased it's speed. The fishing vessels eventually stopped and the tanker was able to escape.
altered bulk carrier's course and directed searchlights at the boats which then moved away.
altered course, and alerted the crew. Due to ship's higher speed the distance between the craft and the ship increased. Description of craft: Hull - dark blue, superstructure - white, length - 50meters, type - big fishing vessel, a small speedboat -
altered course and conducted evasive maneuvering. After 20 minutes the speed boat moved away (IMB).
altered course and moved away (IMB).
altered course and moved away (Operator, IMB, UKMTO).
altered course and sounded security signal, and crew mustered and locked all access doors. Security team onboard activated LRAD and SSAS and fired warning shots when the skiff approached around 100 meters off port quarter. After 10 minutes, pirates
altered course. The speedboats then turned away.
American-flag ship was boarded by armed pirates and robbed while transiting in the Malacca Strait.
a message for help and a coast guard vessel arrived on scene. The coast guard detained the five trawlers and recovered stolen items (IMB).
amidship and the stern. Master raised alarm, took anti-piracy measures, informed UKMTO, and directed all non-essential crew to the citadel. Onboard armed security team fired warning shots resulting in the skiffs stopping the approach at a distance of
AMMONIA. THE TANKER IS REGISTERED IN SINGAPORE.
an armed security team embarked which returned fire at the suspect pirates (AP, UKMTO).
an armed security team onboard exchanged gunfire with the men in the speedboat. The speedboat aborted its attack headed towards the Yemeni coast. An Australian warship responded to the call and boarded the speedboat, confiscating their weapons before
an army incursion into Okrika on 10 Dec 07, but this could not be confirmed. Officials said the gunmen had been trying to hijack the vessel when troops opened fire, causing them to flee in their speedboats. The 18 Filipinos were rescued by the troops
an attempt by thieves. On Sunday 8 May 1994 three men on board a 4 metre boat came alongside at 0150 hrs. The crewmember on watch saw a man moving about on deck whilst a second man was seen climbing over the gunwale from a rope attached to a grappling
an attempted ramming of one of the skiffs, prevented a possible boarding attempt (IMB, Risk Intelligence/MaRisk).
an axe, causing severe bleeding. The ships alarm was raised and the crew mustered; however, the robbers stole from the ships stores and escaped. The pilot and local agents were informed. The Injured crewmember was taken ashore for medical treatment, in a
anchor although this is not stated (IMB, ONI).
anchor chain and raised the alarm to muster crew. When they heard the alarm, the robbers escaped empty-handed. Investigations indicated the robbers cut through the forward stores padlock. All crew safe and nothing stolen. Authority and agent were
anchor chain. At the time of the robbery the ship had barges along each side working cargo and also had an armed policemen onboard.
anchored in North Harbour. The robbers were spotted on board the ship by a duty crewmember who immediately informed the bridge via hand-held radio to sound the ship's alarm. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped in their motor boat with the vessel's
anchored with the (CHILL) was also onboard and the robbers shot a second man as well. The second man reportedly shot at the robbers with a shotgun, killing one and injuring another. The captain died while the second man is recovering at a hospital,
anchoring safely at west Jurong anchorage, Singapore with no injuries reported to crew.
ANCHOR OUT AT SEA.
and 18.5 kts. One skiff crossed the vessels bow at a distance of about five cables then kept the port side of the vessel. The next skiff tried to challenge the vessel with 18.5 kts in a course that was possibly intended to get alongside the vessel,
and 8 were hospitalized with injuries. The lightly loaded ship was to take on cargo at al Shihr. Careful analysis of press photography shows no indicators of internal explosion and all observed damage is consistent with external blast. Prior to being put
and a coast guard boat arrived (IMB).
and activated fire hoses
and activated fire hoses. A second boat joined the first but remained 100 meters behind the tanker before breaking off. (IMB)
and activated fire hoses. Boarding was averted (IMB).
and activated fire hoses. Boats reportedly followed for an hour. One tactic of small boat attacks on larger ships is to run a line across the vessel's course, letting the ship drag them alongside as it snags the line. This tactic is usually employed by 2
and activated fire hoses (IMB).
and activated fire hoses. The pirates commenced firing and followed the tanker for 30 minutes and finally aborted the attempt. No injuries to crew. Port authority contacted but no response.
and a line trailing astern, which crew removed averting a possible attempted boarding. Several private pilot boats operate in the area (IMB).
and allow boarding but order was ignored and survey ship took unspecified evasive action. Tug followed for a "few hours" before departing.
and anti-piracy measures were activated. All accommodation lights and navigations lights were switched off. The boats continued to follow and slowly closed onto the vessel. Finally, to deter them from pursuing, the chief officer threw wooden pallets and
and approached with within 4.5 and .9 nm. Ship's alarm sounded, crew mustered and lights turned on and boats turned away. Although this may have been an attempted pirate attack, it also bears the earmarks of possible smuggler attempt to hide in the
and attempted to board with a hooked latter. The vessel master sounded the ship?s whistle, activated the ship?s fire hoses and performed evasive maneuvers to prevent boarding (Operator, IMB).
and barbed wire fitting on the ship's side prevented the robbers from boarding. Local authorities were informed (IMB).
and barge to an unknown location. The Philippines Coast Guard rescued the twelve crewmembers. The tug and barge remain missing.
and beating him. $1.200 in cash and valuables were stolen and engineer used as hostage while thieves escaped.
AND BEATING THOSE WHO RESISTED.
and began evasive maneuvering (IMB).
and boarded it. They shut down the INMARSAT system and took hostage the chief officer. The main engine was stopped under armed threat and another boat came alongside with two more gunmen. Their intention was to get the ship?s cash and not to harm any of
AND BOATS WITHDREW.
and bound him as well. After robbing ship's cash and other property the pirates took master to stern as a hostage, before jumping overboard (IMB).
and broke into containers onboard the barge. (ReCAAP)
and broke into storeroom from which they stole a "large quantity" of engine spares.
and broke open padlock of engine room storeroom. They stole engine spares and escaped (IMB).
and called the bridge duty officer. The master raised the alarm and the crew mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped with stolen stores (IMB).
and carried out evasive maneuvers, prompting the pirates to abort the attack after an hour. (IMB)
and cash. An apparently similar incident was reported at 1845 UTC in position 01 52N, 106 09E, about 50 nm SSE of Anambas Islands (IMB).
AND CASH TOTALING $10,000.
and Chief Engineer held for ransom, and negotiations continued as of 10 Jun (IMB).
and chief engineer hostage. The Filipino manager reported that the hostages had talked with their families and with the German owner of the tug and that a ransom demand had been made and was being negotiated. The IMB notes that this attack and the one 2
and Chief Engineer to Jolo Island leaving the remaining six junior personnel aboard. The tug and its barge of coal which were enroute from Indonesia to Cebu were recovered by the Philippine navy and towed to Zamboanga. On 19 Jun one crew member who had
and chief officer remained on the bridge and all the other crewmembers were instructed to lock themselves in a safe compartment. After a few hours, the crew came out of hiding to find the bridge unmanned. The gunmen had kidnapped the master and chief
and closed to 0.8 miles. Due to the effectvie evasive maneuvers the pirates aborted the attempt after 100 minutes.
and clothing's.
and conducted counter-piracy measures. The suspicious skiffs crossed the vessel's bow with a speed of over 21 knots. Four other skiffs were seen approaching the vessel afterward. Warnings were sent to other vessels in the vicinity via VHF (IMB).
and confronted the robbers. The robbers were able to escape and had stolen money, credit cards, and electronic equipment. The incident was reported to the local police who are investigating the incident (Noonsite.com).
and contacted Lagos port control while the crew activated fire hoses. The armed men started firing at the bridge windows and accommodation doors, but were unable to gain entry into the accommodation. The robbers were able to enter into the bridge and
and contacted the warship in the area. After five minutes, the speedboats moved 2.5 miles away from the vessel. An additional speedboat was approximately 2 miles from the vessel and proceeded towards the other speedboats (Operator).
and crew mustered (IMB).
and crew mustered in safe area. After about 20 minutes of chasing, the pirates aborted the attack and moved away.
and crew mustered. Robbers escaped with ship's stores.
and crew mustered. The robbers aborted their boarding attempt (IMB).
and crew retreated into accommodation, whereupon attackers boarded and began shooting out portholes. Chief engineer taken hostage and offered attackers $100, which was rejected with demandfor "thousands". Chief struck with axe when more money not
and crew were set adrift in the dinghy. The incident was reported to French authorities in Nice three hours latter. No injuries were reported.
and crew with plastic string raising the possibility the bridge was left unmanned. Pirates robbed the ship's property and crew's personal belongings worth an estimated $5,000 USD. The crewmen later managed to free themselves and one crewman was reported
and directed lights at boat, which then withdrew. (IMB).
and directed searchlights at the speedboat and boarding was averted (IMB).
and dislocated his arm requiring him to be hospitalized. Master reports this was the third robbery attempt since his arrival at Chittagong.
and effective anti piracy preventive measures the pirates aborted the attempt. The general cargo ship continued passage safely.
and escaped.
and escaped. Boat was fiberglass, top-open, 6m long, white colored on top, and powered with an outboard motor. Master tried to contact port control but received no response. (IMB).
and escaped (IMB)
and escaped (IMB).
and escaped. (IMB)
and escaped in a speed boat. (IMB)
and escaped in their boat (IMB).
and escaped in their waiting boat (IMB).
AND ESCAPED ON MOTORBIKES. THE SHIP WAS UNABLE TO SAIL UNTIL THE GPS UNITS HAD BEEN REPLACED.
and escaped unnoticed.
and escaped with both the dinghy and engine. This is the first report of a chain being cut during a robbery.In the previous cases, the dinghy's were only secured with a painter (Noonsite.com).
and escaped with ship's stores (IMB).
and extorted cash amounting to about $10,000. The men then left the port area in their car.
and fired two flares at the pirate boats. The master contacted coalition warships for assistance. Thirty minutes later, a helicopter flew over the location. The speed boats aborted the attempt and regrouped around a suspected mother ship approximately
and fled.
AND FLED BY MOTORBOAT. EXACT DATE AND POSITION OF INCIDENT NOT REPORTED. POSITION GIVEN IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
and fled in their speedboat. No casualties (IMB, LL, REUTERS)
and gagged while their boat was seized and two other fishermen were ordered to accompany the pirates in another vessel for further attacks and robberies to fishing boats. After two of the six victims were freed during a police raid, they informed
and gained access to forecastle, while the other three were in the process of boarding. Alert watchman raised alarm and crew mustered. Robbers escaped empty handed. No response from port control (IMB).
and give them water. Master took evasive maneuvers but boats also altered course and kept following. Boats eventually reduced speed and moved away (IMB).
and had fire hoses on standby. The pirates aborted the attempt after 30 minutes (IMB).
and harbor police were informed (IMB).
and high wind. The deck had been patrolled through the night by the ship's personnel but the intruders broke into Bay No. 3 at the foward part of the ship while the patrol was at the aft section of the ship. Five containers, loaded on deck, were tampered
and hijacked the vessel. The militants are reportedly demanding a ransom of 30m naira (approximately $259,000USD) for the boat and the crew of 11. Chevron confirmed the attack and reportedly promised to assist in the release of the hostages. The MEND has
and if possible ships should keep clear of this area.
AND IMMEDIATELY NOTIFIED THE BRIDGE. THE BRIDGE ALERTED THE ENTIRE CREW AT WHICH POINT THE PIRATES JUMPED OFF THE VESSEL AND RETURNED TO THEIR BOATS. THE PIRATES BROKE INTO TEN CONTAINERS.
and immediately raised the alarm. All crew mustered. Seeing crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with stolen ship stores. Local authorities were informed.
and increased speed while conducting evasive maneuvers. The Yemeni Coastguard responded to the distress call and dispatched a gunboat. The coastguard exchanged gunfire with the gunmen on the skiff, forcing them to flee the area and allowing the tanker to
and informed the bridge. The master sounded the whistle and general alarm. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores (IMB).
and intruders jumped into the water and escaped in a waiting boat
and is carrying 850 MT of rice, donated by Japan and Germany, destined for Bossaso, Somalia. On 12 Jul, the UN WFP director warned the pirates that if the vessel, crew, and cargo were not released within 48 hours, then the WFP would blacklist the area of
AND ITEMS WORTH $6,000 STOLEN. SHIP'S MASTER ISSUED A WARNING TO OTHER SHIPS IN THE AREA AND TRIED UNSUCCESSFULLY TO CONTACT LOME PORT AUTHORITIES.
and kidnapped five crew members.
and knew ship was to berth at 0700 thus tipping them that mooring lines would be laid out in preparation.
and local authorities were informed (IMB).
and machine guns causing damage to the ships side. Master took evasive maneuvers and sailed away from the coast. Pirates aborted the attempt and fled. One crew sustained injuries to his hand. ONI Comment: The only difference between this attack, the
and made evasive maneuvers to prevent the boarding. The pirates tried to board the vessel using hooks attached to a rope. The on board security team fired warning shots at the boat and the pirates retaliated by returning fire. Facing resistance, the
AND MANAGED TO KEEP THE TWO SUSPICIOS BOATS ON THE LEFT SIDE OF ITS STERN BEFORE FINALLY DISTANCING THEMSELVES FROM THE SPEED BOATS APPROXIMATELY 30 MINUTES LATER.
and mess boy. IMB awaits further details.(IMB)
and moved away. Crew and vessel safe.
and moved away when crew assembled on deck and switched on deck lights.
and moved towards the ship. The ship took evasive action and increased its speed to keep away from the suspicious craft. Due to ships higher speed, the suspicious boat moved away. An hour later, another suspicious boat was sighted on the starboard bow;
and negotiations are underway for an unknown ransom amount. The spokesman of a group of gunmen who reportedly hijacked the ship has said that they are not pirates but are members of the Ocean Salvation Corps. He stated they are a group of Somali
and one of his kidneys needed removal (IMB).
and on the bridge. Upon hearing voices from the hawse pipe, the alert crew informed the bridge and the alarm was raised. The crew went forward to investigate. The hawse pipe and forward stores were found intact and nothing was stolen. The robbers escaped
AND OPENED FIRE. A COAST GUARD PATROL BOAT HEARD THE SHOOTING AND CHASED THE PIRATES AWAY. NOBODY AMONG THE CREW OR COAST GUARD WAS HURT. FIRST ATTACK IN MANILA BAY IN SEVERAL YEARS.
and pistol whipped the chief officer, entered master's cabin and fired a warning shot, before stealing ship's cash, property and crew belongings. The pirates left after 45 minutes (IMB).
and proceeded about 30nm off the coast to drift while awaiting berth.
and proceeded to sea. The condition of the wounded crew member is not reported.
and raised alarm. The robbers threatened the watchman with long knives and escaped with ship's stores after seeing crew's alertness. (IMB, MaRisk)
and raised the alarm, forcing them to abort the attempt. No casualties were reported (IMB).
and raised the alarm. Seeing crew's alertness, the robbers escaped with stolen ship stores. Incident reported to VTMS and Coast Guard, who advised to vessel double watches and maintain proper look out.
and raised the alarm, sounded the ship's whistle, and notified local authorities. The robbers escaped empty-handed upon hearing the alarm and seeing the crew's alertness.
and raised the alarm. The robber jumped overboard and escaped with his accomplices and ship's stores (IMB).
and raised the alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped in a waiting boat. Incident reported to port authorities.
and received instruction from a coalition warship to alter course; the warship also informed that a helicopter was 40 minutes away from the ship. The helicopter arrived at 1629 local time and instructed the vessel to continue on the altered course. At
and recovering of the ship and or cargo. In view of the hijack and murder of the crew of the CHEUNG SON (see ASAM 980068), this disappearance of a ship with a similarly low value cargo raises fears that yet another crew may have been murdered and another
AND RELAYED TO THE REGIONAL PIRACY CENTER AT KUALA LUMPUR, WHICH IN TURN RADIOED AUTHORITIES IN DJIBOUTI.
and requested assistance. The pirates were later apprehended by Malaysian naval forces, and the crew is safe. (IMB)
and righted by salvors preparatory to refloating when the locals began threatening to attack the salvors who left the area. The vessel's EPIRB was reportedly activated during the ransacking.
and robbers aborted attempt. Port control and coast guard informed (IMB).
AND ROCKET PROPELLED GRENADE. A SECOND LARGER BOAT WAS OBSERVED IN THE VICINITY. THE MARINERS TOOK APPROPRIATE ANTI-PIRACY MEASURES AND ESCAPED BUT SUSTAINED MINOR DAMAGE TO THE VESSEL AND ONE CREWMEMBER WAS INJURED.
and rockets and were reportedly making 18 knots. Tanker took evasive action and cleared area without injury or serious damage (IMB).
and RPG on the tanker. The hijacking attempt was evaded. (ONI, UKMTO)
and RPGs. They attempted to board the vessel four times, but were denied each time by the vessel's evasive maneuvering. Distress call was sent out on Ch.16. After pursuing for 45 minutes, the two skiffs abandoned their pursuit (Operator, IMB).
and sailed it to an undisclosed location (IMB, BBC).
and second engineer received minor injuries.
and sent a distress message. The skiffs attempted to approach the vessel from the starboard beam and starboard quarter and have one skiff approach from the port bow. The onboard armed security team fired eight warning flares but the pirates continued
and ship's alarm being sounded. The attackers fired their weapons while boarding to keep the crew at bay and were joined by 3 persons from a second boat. During a 30-minute period goods were removed form broached containers. Pilot, who had been alerted
and ship's property before escaping (IMB).
AND SOME PERSONAL EFFECTS WERE STOLEN. THE CAPTAIN ESTIMATES IT WOULD HAVE TAKEN 8 MEN TO REMOVE THE ITEMS. THERE WERE MANY FISHING VESSELS IN THE GENERAL AREA, SOME WITHOUT NAVIGATION LIGHTS. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. ABOVE RECEIVED FROM EXXON
and speedboat left after about 30 minutes.
and started coming closer to the tug. As the tug altered its course, the fishing vessel altered its course and increased its speed as well. Once the tug increased its speed, the fishing vessel aborted the attempt (IMB).
and started lowering the mooring rope into the boat. The duty watchman noticed the robber, made fast the rope on a bollard and informed the bridge officer. The alarm was raised and the robber dropped the rope and escaped. The incident was reported to
and stole cargo from two containers on deck. When alarm sounded, robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores and the unidentified cargo (IMB).
and stole cash from the vessel and escaped. No injuries to the crew were reported (IMB).
and stole property belonging to the crew. No crew members were injured (ReCAAP).
and stole ship's stores. Alarm was raised, crew mustered, and robbers escaped. Master tried to contact port authorities on VHF but received no response. Boarding took place despite two shore watchmen being on board (IMB).
and stole ship's stores and a life raft. Coast guard came aboard to inspect following report (IMB).
and stole ship's stores. Crew raised alarm and thieves escaped in a waiting boat. Port authority was informed and police arrived at noon to investigate (IMB).
and stole ships stores. Duty officer raised the alarm and robbers escaped (IMB).
and stole ship's stores. Thieves escaped when another seaman raised alarm (IMB).
and stole their weapons. The Army, however, denied the claims stating that none of the ten naval personnel or guards were killed or sustained any injuries. The MEND reportedly arrived in eight speedboats, detonated dynamite, bombs and lobbed hand
and stole the ships properties and escaped. There were no injuries to crew (IMB).
and stores from forward store and escaped. Port control informed. A patrol boat was sent to the location.
and the boat moved away (IMB).
and the crew mustered in citadel. The pirates took crewmembers hostage and hijacked the ship. An Iranian warship responded and proceeded towards the vessel in response to the incident. The vessels Master requested that the warship not approach via VHF
and the crew mustered on the bridge. The master increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers while activating the ship's alert system and contacting naval warships for assistance via VHF. After approximately 20 minutes, the boat abandoned its attack
and the crew mustered. Robbers fled in their boat. Port control was informed and a police launch arrived 30 minutes later to investigate (IMB).
and the crew's personal belongings. The crew was not injured. When the Singapore Police Coast Guard (PCG) arrived and boarded the vessel the robbers had already left. (ReCaap)
and the four escaped after threatening crew.
and then maneuvered the vessel toward a nearby warship, causing the speed boat to move away (IMB).
and then placed crew in a small boat. Crew reached safety on an island off Northern Acheh, Indonesia and were recovered by Indonesian Navy. Like reported 25 March hijack of a tug from a pier I Indonesia, the International Maritime Bureau has not provided
and then turned back. A third boat was later seen coming from the port side which later rendezvoused with one of the original boats. The vessel made a sharp course alteration to the starboard side. One boat altered its course to parallel with the vessel,
AND THERE HAVE BEEN PREVIOUS INCIDENTS OF ATTACK ON AMERICAN SHIPS. 2. THE PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS SOLELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF ADVISING UNITED STATES MARINERS OF INFORMATION RELEVANT TO NAVIGATIONAL SAFETY AND IN NO WAY CONSTITUTES A LEGAL
and the security lock code for the cargo control room. The duty officer noticed the robbers and raised the alarm. The robbers stole personal belongings from the duty crew and ships stores and then escaped. One crewmember sustained injuries on his left
and the skiffs moved awa. Pirates action group may be still in the area. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any vessel acting suspiciousy.
and the thief fled empty handed. Bontang coast guard notified via vhf but did not respond.
and the two skiffs aborted the attack (UKMTO).
and the vessel is proceeding to discharge the cargo. All crew are safe. Unconfirmed information received indicates that, another dhow was attacked by pirates outside Mogsdishu port. Port authorities dispatched a speedboat to assist the vessel and the
and they approached them. The robbers escaped in their boat upon seeing the crew alertness. Nothing reported stolen.
and threw them overboard, into a waiting boat. The watchmen informed the duty officer, who raised the alarm and alerted the crewmembers. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped, when the crewmembers went forward to apprehend them. The vessel weighed
and tied their hands. They later escaped with stolen effects 45 minutes later. One crewman was injured.
and tied them up with plastic strings. They kicked 3/o in his groin and destroyed communication equipment. They stole ship's cash, crew personal belongings and ship's property and escaped at 0045 LT. Master informed authorities.
and tied up the duty officer and seaman. They then stole cash and property from officers' cabins. The Master raised alarm and then the theives fled, after severely cutting his arm (IMB).
and took all preventive measures. The first skiff with four pirates and ladders on board chased the vessel however due to evasive maneuvers, the skiffs aborted the attempt.
and took evasive maneuvers and managed to avoid a boarding. (IMB)
and took evasive maneuvers. The small craft moved away. The incident was reported to the IMB and the vessels captain requested assistance from nearby coalition task force elements. There was reportedly one fishing boat drifting in position 12-22.7N
and took the ship 2nm off the coast of Heredera. Pirates contacted owners and demanded a ransom for the release of the ship and its crew.
and took two Officers hostage, tying their hands behind their backs. Two of the pirates took the 2/O and knocked on the Master's cabin. When the Master opened the door, the pirates slammed it into his face. They stole ship's cash and crewmembers'
and two of the pirates forced their way onboard. Reportedly, two Sierra Leone Navy (SLN) personnel were deployed onboard the vessel, acting on intelligence. A firefight ensued and a nearby SLN patrol craft responded to the incident and one pirates was
and two were apprehended. Incident occurred despite ship employing six local watchmen.
and used rocket flares to prevent the boarding. Nearby coalition warships were contacted. The speed boat aborted the attempt approximately 30 minutes later. No injuries to the crew or damage to the vessel was reported (Operator, IMB).
AND VALUABLES. SIX CREW MEMBERS WERE KILLED.
and was reported to authorities.
AND WATCH STOLEN. ALARM WAS SOUNDED AND THIEVES FLED. PORT CONTROL NOTIFIED TWO HOURS LATER AND DID NOT RESPOND.
and, when the crew assembled, the pirates fled.
AND WHITE HULL WITH A RED STRIPE, WHICH THEN WITHDREW.
and winter caps boarded the vessel on the starboard quarter using a hook and rope. The maste reported that one of the watch officers was restrained by the robbers. The men stole a pair of night vision goggles, cash and the crew's personal items. The
and wounded three workers, including the pilot who directs ships to the port. Witnesses indicated to reporters that a large cargo ship docked at the port seemed to be targeted. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the mortar attacks (LM:
Another crew member reported the incident to the duty officer, who raised the alarm and contacted the port authorities. Three rocket flares were fired at the forecastle, resulting in the robbers escaping in their fishing boat. Upon investigation, it was
another fishing vessel at 0900 LT, off Calabar River.
ANOTHER NEARBY SHIP.
another ship. Similar attempt was made about one hour later but was aborted due to crew alertness (IMB).
another vessel and the tanker warned the vessel. The craft aborted the attempt and headed back to shore (IMB).
another vessel approached them, claiming to be in distress. The master of the ship turned east and went to maximum speed. The last report was that the master was increasing distance between his vessel and the pursuing ship (Operator).
another watchman. Robbers broke open locker and stole ship's stores (IMB).
another watchman was sent to look for him. The robbers released the hostage before escaping with ship's stores (IMB).
ANSWERED BY UK NAVAL REPAIR SHIP DILIGENCE WHICH RENDERED MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AND ACCOMPANIED LEROS STAR TO ADEN. THE LEROS STAR WAS ON A VOYAGE FROM ARGENTINA TO YEMEN WITH A LOAD OF GRAIN WHEN THE ATTACK OCCURRED OFF THE COAST OF SOMALIA.
anti-piracy measures and boat moved away (IMB).
anti-piracy measures and managed to move away. All crew was safe, but the ship sustained minor damage due to the firing.
ANTI-PIRACY MEASURES. THE FIRST SPEED BOAT CAME WITHIN TWO METERS OF THE STBD QUARTER AND FIRED UPON THE TANKER. MASTER SAW FIVE PIRATES ARMED WITH MACHINE GUNS. COALITION WARSHIPS CONTACTED. PIRATES ABORTED THE ATTEMPT AFTER FIVE MINUTES.
ANTI-PIRACY WATCH RAISED THE ALARM AND FLASHED AN ALDIS LAMP AT THE BOAT.
ANTI-PIRACY WATCH RESPONDED.
Anti-terrorist Unit. Master contacted the pilot to ask if such boarding was normal and was informed that it was not. The ship's crew treated the boarders with courtesy but informed them that police were coming from shore, whereupon the boarders
a number of shots into the air to bring the ship to a halt. According to the Greek coastguard, 19 Romanian sailors are aboard the tanker (IMB, LM: VisitBulgaria.info).
an unidentified official of the Chinese Transport Ministry. The vessel had 24 crewmembers onboard including Chinese, Taiwanese, Japanese, and Filipino nationals. According to the official who claimed to have spoken with a pirate leader, all crewmembers
an unknown location. Owners were unable to contact the vessel. Awaiting further details. (IMB)
an unregistered motor launch towards the coastal area of Las Pinas City. Authorities were unable to capture the robbers. No one from the vessel was injured and authorities are conducting follow-up operations for the immediate arrest of the men
any losses.
anything.
a physical altercation. The husband suffered deep cuts to his head and body. The robbers threatened to kill them if they did not hand over all their money. Police arrived within 30 minutes of the incident (Operator: yachtpiracy.org).
(AP, IMB).
a pirate standing on the bow of the boat attempted to throw a small warp-anchor with a thin rope attached to enable to board the vessel. The master of the vessel increased its speed and maneuvered the vessel in a zigzag manner. Fortunately, the
A policeman on the jetty was alerted but did not respond.
apparent boarding party. Tanker took evasive maneuvers and vessel moved toward another passing ship. Event is clearly less piratical than military/paramilitary inspection and surveillance (IMB, ONI).
appears to have been provoked when the tanker began to discharge its cargo of palm oil in a berth location designated for use by carriers off-loading cargoes other than edible oil. The situation was resolved when the tanker changed its berthing location.
apprehended the intruder (IMB).
approach and moved away.
Approach (CPA) was 2.3NM. To increase CPA, the cargo vessel altered course 40 degrees to starboard and maintained 075 degrees. Suddenly the suspicious craft altered its course to port side and tried to approach closer. The crew was immediately alerted,
Approach (CPA) was 2.3NM. To increase CPA we altered course 40 degrees to starboard and maintained 075 degrees. Suddenly the suspicious craft altered its course to port side and tried to approach closer. The crew was immediately alerted, speed increased
approached at a distance of 100m and aborted the attack.
approached closer to 1.5NM, a search light was directed on the boat and visually sighted. The speedboat was approximately one mile on starboard beam when it altered course and moved towards the vessel. Coalition naval forces were contacted immediately.
approached Colombo harbor, they were told to stop, but failed to do so. Meanwhile, as the container ship (PALAPONESIA PRIDE) was waiting for pilot, the port control instructed the master to proceed to open sea at full speed. According to the incident
APPROACHED. NO INJURIES REPORTED AND NO DAMAGE TO YACHT.
approached the containership. A man was on top of the superstructure waving a cloth. Master took evasive maneuvers to avoid the approaching boat. Suspicious boat increased speed (12-14 kts) and tried to approach the vessel despite vessels attempts to
approached them. The robbers threatened the duty crew with long knives, threw a life raft overboard, and escaped. Watch officer raised alarm and crew mustered. (IMB)
approached them. They escaped with one electric grinder. There were no reports of injury to the crew.
approached the robbers, who assaulted and injured him. The robbers stole crew belongings and escaped.
approached the ship, and four men boarded ship by hand. Crew used evasive maneuvers, fired rocket flares, activated water spray, and used citadel. (IMB)
approached the tanker at high speed. Four or five men armed with hand weapons were observed. The terrorist alarm was raised and two fire pumps were stated. At the same time, the armed men in the small boat opened fire. According to the noise made,
approached the tanker for the port side until the crew again mustered and the boats moved away toward the Yemeni coast. In past incidents vessels under tow for scrap, or otherwise unmanned, have been raided by coastal pirates looking to loot valuable
approached the vessel and opened fire. The alarm was raised, speed increased and coalition warships contacted. When the coalition warship and navy helicopter arrived, the speedboat aborted the attack and moved towards a potential mother-ship. The vessel
approached the vessel at 15 knots. When the armed embarked security team displayed their weapons, the skiffs changed course and stopped their pursuit.
approached the vessel, at a distance of 500 meters the security team fired warning shots resulting in the skiff aborting and moving away.
approached the vessel from astern. The duty officer raised the alarm, contacted coalition forces, and mustered the crew. The master increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. As the boat came closer, four men with guns were spotted trying to board the
approaching a tanker. At a distance of approximately 7.9NM, the mother vessel was seen launching a skiff. Tanker raised alarm, activated SSAS alarm, broadcast distress message, increased speed, activated water jets, and all crew except bridge and engine
approaching from the forward starboard quarter of the vessel. The master conducted evasive maneuvering and switched on the fore and aft search lights to indicate the crew was aware of being trailed. After awhile, the speed boat gave up pursuit and moved
approaching. The Duty Officer directed the ship search light towards the skiff, raised the alarm, activated the fire hoses, and called the Togo navy. It was observed that the robbers, with hoods pulled over their heads, were attempting to board the
approaching the vessel from a distance of 2NM away. The crew raised the alarm and the boat abandoned its pursuit after approximately 25 minutes. ReCAAP Comment: It is believed that this was the same group of robbers involved with the robbery of the
approaching within 500 meters. The AST displayed their weapons, resulting in the skiff moving away.
approach the vessel from the starboard quarter with three persons onboard. Another craft was approaching from behind at a distance of 3 miles. Coalition Warships were requested and the two small speed crafts aborted their attempt, moving in a west
approach the vessel. The chief engineer increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers. The ship's alarm was raised and the emergency fire pump was activated. The men in the craft attempted to board; however, the vessel continued conducting evasive
approach within 3 cables of the ship's side. Ship took evasive maneuvers and boat moved away (IMB).
approcahed via two small boats. The thieves fled when a watchstander discovered them and sounded the alarm. The intruders caused no damage to the ship nor harm to the crew.
approximately 0550 local time, five armed men boarded the ship by means of the ship's gangway on the port side. Two watchmen were accosted by the pirates and the pirates demanded to be taken to the master's cabin where they took $10,000 (US) in cash from
approximately 14 knots when the attack occurred. The captain increased speed and was able to separate from the skiffs. No casualties were reported (Mercury Chat, Tradewinds).
approximately 22 kts. The second boat began firing at the vessel with small arms. The engineer cabin window glass shattered and numerous superficial damages were sustained. The pirates attempted to board the vessel with an aluminum ladder, but the curved
approximately 2.5 tons of cuttlefish. The boats captain Le Van Hung said the incident was not the first of its kind and that it had once been attacked earlier when thieves made off with 1.5 tons of fish (LM).
approximately 6NM off the starboard bow with its lights on, traveling at 5kts with a course of 118 degrees. At a distance of 4NM, the suspicious craft switched off its headlights and altered course towards the vessel at a closest point of approach (CPA)
approximately 90NM southwest of Al Mukalla, Yemen. One skiff opened fire on the vessel with automatic weapons and RPGs. The vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers and was able to successfully avoid the attack. No injuries to the crew were
approximately five meters long with five armed men in camouflage clothing approached the vessel. The master raised the alarms, alerting the crew and then ordered them to leave the deck. The vessel commenced evasive maneuvers and increased its speed. Men
approximately six hours.
Arab Emirates, to the Mediterranean Sea with a cargo of 15,750 tons of caustic soda when it was hijacked. Right before it was hijacked, the vessel was transiting to the rendezvous point for the Chinese armed convoy. The crew of 18 includes seven Indians,
area and removed the master's safe from his cabin. Radios and crew belongings were also taken. No crew injuries reported. The master notified port authorities and warned other ships in the area via VHF. Sepetiba is near Rio De Janeriro which, with
area as well (IMB).
AREA BY VHF AND ALERTED PORT AUTHORITIES. ON 16 JUL THE SHIP WAS BOARDED AND A PUMP VALUED AT $2,500 WAS STOLEN MASTER REPORTS BEING INFORMED THAT SUCH INCIDENTS ARE DAILY EVENT AT TANJUNG PRIOK.
area. Earlier this month, two men were attacked near Bushy Cay, three miles off the Port Royal coast. Their attackers opened fire at them, forcing both men to dive overboard. One man managed to swim to safety despite being shot, while the other man
area not previously reporting maritime crime.
area responded to the distress call, arrived at the location and deployed a boarding team. After searching the vessel and confirming no pirates onboard the boarding team rescued the crew.
area with his flashlight. Nothing reported stolen.
area within a week.
are holding 25 crew members hostage.
ARE REPORTED STOLEN.
are sailig her to an undisclosed location.
armed men approached in a boat and held the crew of the (MOLISSA) at gunpoint. They took away their catch of fish, fishing seine, three drums of gasoline, and a quantity of groceries. The sea bandits then took the fishing boat and crew to the (BALLIE),
armed men dressed in green uniforms. The vessel increased speed to 20kts and the skiffs followed at approximately 22kts. They approached very closely aft portside and started opening fire with automatic weapons. One bridge was hit by bullets and broken.
armed men made aggressive maneuvers in an attempt to board. The officer on watch notified nearby coalition warships. The captain increased speed and activated fire hoses. The vessel conducted evasive maneuvers as advised by the warship. A Canadian
armed security team, crew went into the citadel, and vessel engaged in evasive maneuvers. The skiffs then aborted the attack. (Open sources, IMB, Operator)
armed security team fired warning shots. Following this the pirates immediately fired upon the tanker with ak47s. There was an exchange of fire between the armed team and the pirates with around 50-60 rounds being fired by the pirates before aborting and
armed with a gun, crouched down and fired eight shots in return. No injuries were reported. All pirates escaped.
armed with a shotgun and a pistol. This case is not unusual except that it was reported, albeit obliquely. It is certain that local losses to piracy and murders of fishermen and local traders represent a huge, but largely unreported, segment of maritime
armed with guns and RPGs. They approached the vessel about 10 meters away and fired at the vessel many times. The security team onboard the vessel responded and fired parachute rockets. The port side lifeboat was hit with one bullet hole. The gunmen
armed with knives boarded via anchor chain, while the other two remained in the boat. Robbers escaped with a life raft. IMB piracy reporting center alerted the Indonesian authorities, who recovered the life raft (IMB).
armed with long knives. Crew raised alarm and thieves fled. Attempts to contact port control unsuccessful (IMB).
armed with long knives). Master raised alarm, mustered crew, turned on deck lights and began evasive maneuvers. Intruder jumped overboard and speedboat returned to its unidentified "mother ship" (IMB).
a rope. He was spotted by the deck watchman. The alarm was raised and the robber escaped via the same rope. Local authorities were informed (IMB).
arrested the pirate boat and returned the stolen items to the ship (IMB).
arrival of a warship. Pirates are thought to have left the vessel after seeing the approach of the HDMS Iver Huitfeldt. Evidence showed damaged barbed wire at the stern and an unsuccessful attempt at breaching the citadel.
ARRIVED AT LOCATION. DISCRIPTION OF THE SPEED BOAT: WOODEN COSTRUCTION, 8-10 METERS IN LENGTH, BLUE COLOURED HULL, RAISED BOW, SPEEN ABOUT 17 KNOTS.
arrived for investigation.
arrived in the area but pirates had already boarded the vessel (IMB, UKMTO).
arrived promptly and robbers fled, after seeing the police car (IMB).
artillery. Fortunately the ship was able to evade the attackers by increasing her speed to 12 knots.
as a mother ship off the coast of Kenya or Tanzania.(IMB, Open Press)
as close as 200 meters. The vessel proceeded to maximum speed, raised the alarm, warned nearby vessels, and contacted authorities for assistance. The skiff eventually abandoned the pursuit and moved away (IMB).
as (EAST TRADER) in position 14-13.73N 050-18.45E, 13.7kts at 0200 UTC. All ships are advised to stay clear of this suspicious vessel (IMB).
a security vessel in their convoy. Later a Singapore navy warship contacted and alerted the tugs Master that there are two small boats hiding behind his barge. Master altered course and spotted the two pirate boats resulting in the boats moving away. At
ashore (BIMCO, IMB, MSC)
ashore. Owners report that the attack was carried out by terrorists associated with the Jaamatul Ihtizam group which has demanded a ransom variously reported as $200,000 or 6.5 million. The ship has been trading coastwise between Tanzania, Kenya and
as it left the port of Nafplio by a man who demanded to be taken to Morocco.
as it was working at an offshore oil terminal. According to the French maritime services company Bourbon, the hijackers left with 10 crewmembers seven French nationals, two Cameroonians, and one Tunisian. Five other crewmembers stayed onboard the vessel
a speedboat. The suspected somalia pirates hijacked the M/V ROZEN along with its crew of six Sri Lankans and six Kenyans, after delivering 1,800 tons of food aid to the towns of Bosasso and Berbera, in the Somali region of Puntland. The vessel was empty
a speed of 14 knots. The sighting was reported to a naval warship in the area, which proceeded to investigate the skiff. The warship reported having ceased five pirates and their ammunition and weapons. Another speed boat was also sighted in the area.
as required by local regulation. At 0220 local four men were found on the forecastle deck stealing a coil of mooring rope. When the crew was alerted, the thieves jumped overboard with the rope. Port authorities were notified immediately by VHF radio. The
assailants approached in a high speed boat but abandoned the cargo boat after discovering its cargo consisted of only 4,000 chicken feet. Maritime crime inside the Special Administrative Region is almost unheard of (INFO).
assaulted the crew causing injuries. They stole the crews belongings and ships equipment before escaping in their speedboat (IMB).
assaulted the duty AB with the butt of their guns and then shot his legs. Hearing the shots, the alarm was raised and the pirates ran back onto the quay. While escaping they fired more shots at the ships superstructure. They escaped in a boat waiting at
assaulted the Master who managed to escape and stop the engine. The robbers stole crew personal belongings and cash and escaped. Master sustained minor injuries to hands.
assaulted two duty crew who received knife wounds. Pirates stole ships equipment and escaped (IMB).
assault nor why it ended without a takeover of the fishing boat and its crew (IMB, ONI).
assault rifles and rocket propelled grenades. The pirates were believed to be disguised as local fishermen to thwart detection by the local authorities. They boarded the tug from three fishing boats and kidnapped the master and chief engineer (both
ASSISTANCE. A NAVAL HELICOPTER ARRIVED AT LOCATION. ONCE SEEING THE HELICOPTER THE SKIFF ABORTED THE ATTACK.
assistance. At 0330 UTC the vessel reported that the three suspicious small boats have moved away but another one is reportedly following the vessel, approximately 5NM away. Last located 15-48N 052-57E (IMB, Operator, UKMTO).
assistance from Coalition naval vessels in the area. The tanker was proceeding from Dubai to the southern waters of Somalia, to supply fuel to fishing vessels in the area (IMB).
assistance from port authorities was unsuccessful as were attempts to get the men to identify themselves. After three hours of refusal to pay the false claim the boarders left without receiving any money.
assistance; however, the assistance never arrived. The master explained that it is normal for the authorities to not send assistance as promised (IMB).
assistance. (IMB, UKMTO)
assistance. Pirates took 25 crewmembers hostage consisting of 24 Chinese nationals and a Sri Lankan master (IMB, BBC, LL).
assistance. The duty officer at PRC informed authorities to render necessary assistance. The Master was advised to enforce anti-piracy measures to delay and prevent boarding. The authorities advised the PRC that every effort was being made to send
assistance. The men managed to enter the bridge, steal ship's equipment and escape (IMB).
Assistance was rendered by the British-flag fisheries protection vessel (CELTIC HORIZON) and the crew which had been taken ashore were released. Both the presence of the fisheries protection vessel and the cooperation of the Puntland authorities ashore
As the vessel proceeded in a westerly course at a speed of 16 kts, the small craft increased speed and approached the vessels starboard bow. The suspicious craft had a white hull,approximately 25 meters, with white canvass tarp across the bow. Persons
as well and continued to remain on collision course with the vessel. Due to the large difference in speeds between the two ships, the craft moved away (IMB).
at 0030 local.
at 0438 to a 090 degree north to stay away from the suspicious craft, while the suspicious craft started to head to 060 degrees north and increased its speed from six to 12knts. At 0510 the distance between the vessel and suspicious craft increased to
at 20 knots, raised the alarm, informed navies in the vicinity, and enforced antipiracy measures. Unarmed security team fired a warning flare at 500 meters, crew retreated to the citadel. After pirates in the skiff hooked a ladder onto the vessel the
at 2255 local time and the ship's horn and piracy alarm were sounded. The crew also chased the pirates and they apparently fled the ship. The report stated that the boarding was carried out by two crews operating from two boats, one forward and one aft.
at approximately 02:00 LT. Both the SAINT PATRICK and LADY SWATHIN were attacked in the same area off Idoho field, approximately six hours apart.
at approximately 400-600 yards. The vessel also reported sighting an RPG. No casualties were reported. The vessel had no EST aboard but had a citadel onboard, razor wire and fire hoses were rigged. The vessel increased speed and separated 4 nm from the
at arriving crewmembers while one of the robbers attempted to climb onboard. As more crewmembers began arriving at the location of the attempted boarding, the robbers aborted the attempted boarding and moved away from the ship at high speed.
at high speed. Persons in both boats attempted to board the vessel. Crew raised alarm, sounded whistle, and activated fire hoses. Attempted boarding was aborted (IMB).
at least 24-48 hrs.
at port bow.
at stern and stole ship's stores. This is first report of coordinated attack by a gang in India.
attached to a rope. The alert crew raised the alarm. The Master used the VHF to inform the Cotonou signal station and navy. The robbers then aborted the attempt. On 7 July at 0230 UTC, the same robbers approached the vessel. The crew became alert to the
attached to heaving lines but were noticed by the alert duty crew, who raised the alarm and prevented them from boarding. The robbers moved away from the vessel and waited at a short distance. Incident reported to port control and a patrol boat was
attached to their nets and started the engine, intending to outrun the pirates. The fishing vessel was fired upon as it fled, killing one crewmember. According to the media report, Cedros fishermen claim nopatrol boats were assigned to the area on a
attack.
attack and moved away.
attack. At 0646 UTC, another skiff rushed out from Abu-Ali Island towards the ship at high speed. Due to the razor wire rigged along the ship's side and the evasive maneuvers the pirates aborted the attack. A mother vessel was sighted in the vicinity.
attack being aborted.
attack. Coalition warships arrived and investigated the incident. No injuries to the crew or damage to the vessel was reported (IMB).
ATTACKED BY 24 MEN.
attacked by robbers armed with knives and possibly guns. The ship repeatedly tried to call Lagos port authority and Lagos pilot on VHF but did not receive a response. A crewmember was injured and a mooring rope was reported stolen. The ship left the
attacked by the robbers, who were armed with knives. The crew sustained serious cuts to their hands. The robbers jumped into the water and the small boat moved away. The port control was informed. The small boat was still near the vessel but moved away,
attacked the naval vessel. A spokesman at Joint Task Force confirmed the attack and said that naval men responded in self defense, adding that the gun battle lasted at least two hours. It was also stated that three suspected militants were killed. Five
attacked the robbers with sling shot. Robbers fired several shots and finally aborted the attempt and moved away. One crew wounded but not serious. Bonny signal station and pilot station were informed.
attackers boarded the tug, took captain and chief engineer hostage, and stole ship's documents, money, and property. It is expected, but not yet reported, that pirates will contact the tug's owners, using the ship's documents for authentication, to
attack into Iranian waters. The sailors were kidnapped but later released, with one sailor suffering from two gunshot wounds to the shoulder. He was taken to the hospital and listed in stable condition.
attack. No injuries were reported (UKMTO, MSCHOA).
ATTACK OCCURED ON 27 APRIL 1988 IN THE BANGKA STRAIT AGAINST RO-RO KLANG REEFER.
attack. (ONI)
attacks.
attack that night (IMB).
attack. Vessel and crew are safe.
attack was during the early hours of the morning, 23 December 2000. These incidents are reported occuring on the coast of the areas of Champerico, Escultila, Retauhleu and San Marcos. The assailants are using small boats called "tiburoneras" equiped with
ATTACK WHEN ALARM WAS SOUNDED AND THEY WERE ILLUMINATED BY SEARCHLIGHTS.
attempt and fled. Port control was informed, and then advised the vessel to heave up anchor and move further offshore (IMB).
attempt and moved away (IMB).
attempted attack.
attempted attack and moved towards the Oman coast. A suspected mother vessel was in the vicinity.
attempted attack. The boats were last seen heading towards a fishing vessel in the vicinity.
attempted attack. The ship's helicopter was lauched to track the skiff and the pirates surrendered. The injured pirates were given medical treatment onboard the naval ship.
attempted boarding. (IMB, ONI)
attempted to board her. Master raised alarm, increased speed and made evasive maneuvers, crew activated anti-piracy measures and finally managed to evade the attempted boarding. Ship's bridge glasses damaged and sustained bullet holes around
attempted to board it with a ladder, the master raised the alarm and engaged in evasive maneuvers, and the pirates aborted the attack. The vessel did not have a security team. (UKMTO, IMB)
attempted to board. The attempt was unsuccessful due to the ship's high freeboard. The boats aborted the attempt and moved away (IMB).
attempted to board the chemical tanker while underway. Due to evasive maneuvers and anti-piracy measures, the attack was aborted after 80 minutes. (IMB, Operator)
attempted to board the vessel via the anchor chain pipe. They tried to open the hawe pipe lid, but the crew scared them away.
ATTEMPTED TO BOARD, WHICH WAS PREVENTED BY CREW.
attempted to break into the computer control room, which they hoped to destroy, but were unsuccessful. MEND claimed responsibility for the Bonga attack and urged oil companies to evacuate foreign staff from Nigeria. Oil production was stopped from the
attempted to enter the ship's accommodation, however as all doors had been locked their attempts failed. As the ship's Master radioed for assistance and called all crew to the bridge, the attackers left the vessel and headed for Pto. do Matosa in a
attempted to flee, the SOMME pursued the skiffs and was able to capture one, detaining four suspected pirates (Reuters, MSCHOA).
attempted to swim back to shore with a laptop and camera, but discarded them into the water after the items got wet. Reportedly, three men are under arrest and have confessed to the crime (LM).
attempting to board his vessel. Alarm sounded and speed increased. The skiff aborted the attack and attempted once again after 20 minutes. Due to effective preventive measures, the skiff aborted the attempts. A fishing vessel suspected to be the
attempting to steal a fire hose. They accidentally set off the fire alarm in their attempt, and fled the scene empty handed. The previous day (9 Dec at 1830 local time), thieves had attempted to board using ropes and hooks. However, they abandoned that
attempts.
attempts to climb by hook, wire and ropes, robbers failed and gave up (IMB).
ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT POLICE FAILED.
Attempts to contact port control were unsuccessful (IMB).
Attempt to contact port control reportedly unsuccessful. Crew reports a boat with personnel in uniform chased and caught the thieves, but released them at 0540 (IMB).
ATTEMPT WAS BROKEN OFF.
attepted attack.
at the boats to foil the attempt. The boats later left the vessel (IMB).
at the Indonesian embassy in Manila said the Indonesian government would not give into ransom demands. The hostages are believed to held somewhere in the southern Philippine province of Tawi-Tawi by the al-Qaida-linked terrorist group Jamaah Islamiyah
at the jetties as passengers, their collaborators were said to have waited at a midway point and apparently attacked the boats when signaled. The boats, which were heading towards Bonny from Port Harcourt, were taken to one area and dumped there until
at the port quarter. The duty watchmen were standing by with pipes in hand. The robbers aborted the attempt and fled (IMB).
at the robber and raised the alarm. The robber jumped off the ship and escaped with his accomplices (IMB).
authorities and they conducted an investigation.
Authorities believe the explosion was caused by a bomb planted by two LTTE scuba divers. This is the first major, sophisticated maritime attack by the LTTE on a non-military target since the Aug 1998 hijack of the cargo ship Princess Kash (see ASAM
AUTHORITIES CONTACTED BUT NO RESPONSE RECEVIED.
Authorities estimate 15 of the 70 pirates were killed in the Firefight. Five members of the joint forces team were injured.The authorities arrested three wounded pirates and confiscated one of the trawlers (LM).
authorities gave priority berthing to the ship to prevent further attack.
authorities, increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. The pirates attempted to get alongside the ship. Due to evasive maneuvers the pirates aborted the attempt.
authorities informed but took no action.
AUTHORITIES PROVIDE SECURITY, ARMED THIEVES BOARD SHIPS THREATENING AND ROBBING CREW MEMBERS. VESSELS DISCHARGING RICE, SUGAR, OR CEMENT ARE THE MAIN TARGETS. VEHICLES AND CONTAINERS ARE ALSO BEING BROKEN INTO. PORT AUTHORITIES REFUSE TO ACCEPT
authorities. Seeing crew alertness the robbers escaped in a waiting boat. During the incident the hostage was tied up, slapped and kicked and required medical attention. (IMB)
authorities that a robber boarded the vessel. At about 2335 local time, the ship master reported that the crewmembers had apprehended the robber. The ship master updated the authorities that the male robber was confined at the forward store and was
Authorities were contacted but no response was received. There were no injuries to the crew (IMB).
Authorities were informed and a coast guard boat arrived and conducted an investigation. Ship's stores were stolen. Injured crew was sent ashore for medical treatment and later returned to vessel.
authorities were informed (IMB).
authorities were informed. The attack occurred at 1115 local in position 22-14N 091-43E.
authority did not respond to VHF calls; local police came aboard to investigate the next day after ship berthed (IMB).
authority. (IMB)
automatic weapons and handguns, boarded the vessel. The crew immediately went into the accommodation areas and locked all access points to/from the deck. The crew remained inside the accommodation areas and sounded the alarm. The robbers attempted to
automatic weapons and RPG's. No injuries were reported (UKMTO, ONI, AP).
automatic weapons approached the vessel from the port side and remained in close pursuit for approximately 10 minutes before eventually moving away (Operator, IMB).
automatic weapon. Skiff closed to within 70 meters on port quarter and aborted attempt after 30 minutes. No mother ship was noted. (IMB)
available of the attacking boat.
AWAITED ARRIVAL OF A MOTHER SHIP. THE FOLLOWING DAY, PIRATES' ACCOMPLICE SHIP ARRIVED AND ENTIRE CARGO OF 7400 CASES OF CIGARETTES WAS TRANSFERRED. PIRATES STOLE ALL COMMUNICATIONS GEAR AS WELL. CREW IDENTIFIED THE PIRATES AS BEING THAI. IT IS BELIEVED
Awaiting further details.
a warning shot (IMB).
away.
away. A coalition warship was informed.
away. Another suspicious approach was made at 0430 local time by several speed boats. After 40 minutes of anti piracy measures, suspicious boats fled area.
away. Both skiffs approached, and at a distance of 4 nm one skiff turned back to the mothership, which had a white top and a red hull. Master raised the alarm and all nonessential crew retreated into the citadel. Armed security team fired warning shots
away (IMB).
away. In coordination with the IMB, Indonesian forces deployed four warships and two spotter planes and recovered the tug without bloodshed 12 Dec. In this mission, four pirates were taken captive (IMB, INFO).
away in northerly direction (IMB).
away. No crew injured and nothing stolen.
away. ONI NOTE: Crew caution and reaction were timely and appropriate. It is unclear what the evidence of intent to board is for this incident (IMB. ONI).
away (Operator).
away. The ship and the crew are safe.
away when crew switched on lights and challenged with Aldis lamp and VHF (IMB).
a wooden fishing boat with powerful outboard motor. Police informed and Harbor Master took a statement (IMB).
back in the morning and no subsequent action was taken by authorities (IMB).
back into the water and escape. Authorities were informed and a patrol boat was dispatched (IMB).
BAIT. PIRATES ESCAPED TOWARDS THE SHANTYTOWN NEAR MANILA NORTH HARBOR.
barbed wire and electrical fencing around the ship. No injuries to crew. Port control informed.
barbed wire using some kind of tool. The vessel increased speed and all non essential crew retreated into the engine. The vessel made evasive maneuvers and contacted authorities and company CSO. The pirates fired rpgs and automatic weapons on the vessel.
barge. The robbers stole cash and personal belongings from the crew. They also damaged equipment before escaping in a speedboat. The captain notified port security and local police who are investigating the incident (ReCAAP).
barge were stopped by seven men in a speedboat. The pirates were armed with sharp weapons and overpowered the skipper and crew and locked them in a cabin. The pirates repainted the tug and barge (OCEAN LINE-1) and (OCEAN LINE 2) respectively, then
Barguna District (INFO).
barricaded himself in his cabin but slipped the key to the ship's safe under the door when the intruders threaten to kill the Bosun. The robbers ransacked the ship's office, stealing valuables and $3,500. The Bosun and the Second Mate suffered wrist
bars, but fled when he managed to raise alarm (IMB).
bars causing injuries to his head and legs. They then tied him up and gagged his mouth with rags. Robbers stole ship's stores and escaped in their boat (IMB).
BBC).
beam about 1.5-2NM away. The master increased speed, took evasive maneuvers and called for coalition forces. At about 0830 UTC, the speedboat was reportedly unable to intercept and after approximately forty minutes the boat aborted and moved away. At the
be armed. The speedboats were trailing the vessel at close proximity. Suspicious of their intention, the yacht broadcasted the incident via their VHF radio. The master of a container ship, the (HUB TRADER), received the report on his VHF radio and
beaten by the pirates and suffered minor injuries. During the attack, which lasted about 30 minutes, the thieves stole paint, lubricants, rope, and other ships' items. Also a container stowed on deck was opened and partially pilfered.
been forced open but the contents had not been pilfered.
been taken out from the ship. Vessel was released after being robbed of all valuables (IMB).
before alarm was raised and they escaped. Lagos port control reportedly did not respond to master's call for aid (IMB).
before being discovered by a crewmember who alerted the bridge. The master dispatched other crewmembers to investigate. The crew made a thorough search of the vessel but was unable to located any of the robbers. No crewmembers were injured and nothing
before escaping at 0115 local time on the 24th (IMB).
before escaping. The incident was confirmed by an Army Public Relations Officer. No known militant group operating in the Niger-Delta region has claimed responsibility for the attack (LM: Daily Trust (Abuja)).
before escaping with ship's stores in two boats manned by ten persons each (IMB).
before moving away. The vessel took evasive maneuvers, and other preventative actions. The vessel resumed voyage (UKMTO, Operator).
before stealing $23,000 from the ship's safe.
BEFORE THE BOATS BROKE OFF PURSUIT. THIS IS BELIEVED TO BE THE FARTHEST TO SEAWARD THAT SHIPS OPERATING OFF THE SOMALI COAST HAVE BEEN INTERFERED WITH.
before the crew could get off a distress call to the Thai Navy. The Thai Navy boarded the vessel and arrested the pirates without incident, rescuing the 17 Thai crewmen. Thai authorities suspect the arrested pirates could be involved with the rebellion
before thieves withdrew.
be from Conakry port. Caller asked the ship to rig the pilot ladder as the pilot was on the way. Soon after, duty officer noticed a grey boat with five persons being launched by a mother fishing vessel nearby. Persons in the boat were armed with
began evasive maneuvering and crew mustered, whereupon boats moved away.
began evasive maneuvers.
began evasive steering and mustered crew, after which the boats withdrew (IMB).
began shooting at the vessel. The ship went into lockdown mode and the attackers are said to have left after some time, without causing any injuries. The militants also commandeered a tug attending the tanker and apparently took control of the Pennington
began the search to his rescue. The pirates stole the vessels $60,000 engine and net. According to the article, five fishermen have been killed in pirate attacks in the Gulf of Paroa, over the past three years (LM: trinidadexpress.com).
began to follow within 100-200 meters of the vessel's wake. When they accelerated and approached to within 60 yards, the crew onboard the (JUPITER) went to the aft deck with a flare gun and other offensive measures and directly confronted them. The
behind two machetes. The robbers fired shots at the yacht before leaving the scene, but escaped in an accomplice fishing boat waiting to pick them up. No injuries to crew. Port control informed and night patrols began near anchorage (IMB)
behind unharmed. Indonesian authorities are blaming GAM, the Free Aceh Movement in the incident. As of 3 Jul no ransom demands had been reported. This is at least the third reported hijack of a vessel in order to ransom its crew in the past year from
being aborted and the boats moving away on a near-reciprocal course and speed to their original approach. The group was comprised of a dhow with a light-colored hull and skiffs with dark-colored hulls. No weapons were sighted.
being driven off by crew. An hour later a second unsuccessful attempt was made to board the ship (IMB).
BEING HELD FOR $34,000 RANSOM. THE FREE ACEH MOVEMENT (GAM) DENIED RESPONSIBILITY, BLAMING GOVERNMENT FORCES FOR TRYING TO DISCREDIT THE GAM, WHILE REITERATING ITS THREAT TO INTERFERE WITH SHIPPING IN THE MALACCA STRAITS THAT HAD NOT SOUGHT ITS
being used as a mothership with skiffs on tow. After repeated attempts to communicate with the MORTEZA, the MORTEZA fired on the warship. The INS SUVARNA then returned fire, disabling the MORTEZA. The Indian warships picked up the sailors (12 Iranian and
be in the area and if possible ships should keep clear of this areaa. Ships are advised to maintain strict anti piracy measures. Vessels are advised to monitor the IMB PRC satellite broadcast warnings via INMARSAT C EGC safety net and report all attacks
believed to be a rocket propelled grenade. A second larger boat was observed in the vicinity but could only achieve 8 knots. The alert mariners took appropriate anti-piracy measures and escaped with no damage to the vessel crew or cargo.
belongings and cash.
belongings, and escaped.
belongings and left the ship after 20 minutes. No injuries to crew.
belongings, and ship's property before leaving at 0215 local time (IMB).
belongings and ship's stores.
belongings and ship's stores and equipment. The captain attempted to contact authorities for assistance but was not successful. The IMB Piracy Reporting Center received the distress message from the vessel and relayed the message to the Nigerian
belongings, cash, seaman's book, extra gasoline, and damaged communications and escaped. Later local fishermen assisted the crew and landed them ashore.
belongings. Ch. Engineer received serious injuries. Pirates escaped in their boat using Ch. Eng. as hostage.
BELONGINGS, HAND-HELD PHONES, CAMERAS AND CASH.
belongings of the crew, and forced open the ship's safe. The only injury sustained during the incident was that the Master's chin was cut.
BELONGINGS. ON 02.12.2008 AT 0215 LT THE 2ND OFFICER REPORTED THE INCIDENT TO OWNERS AND OWNERS INSTRUCTED THE MASTER TO SAIL THE TUG TO THAILAND. INCIDENT REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE.
belongings. There were no crew injuries reported. The Singapore Navy and Coast Guard were informed.
belongings. They then tried to take the master to their boat, but he resisted and received injury. Perpetrators escaped in their boat (IMB).
belongings were looted. At 0240, the theives took the master to poop deck before escaping, in two speedboats (IMB).
belong to both Italian oil giant Agip and Shell has been blown up. The MEND said in an e-mail that it had destroyed the pipeline. If confirmed, it would be the group's second attack in a 24-hour period (AFP, LM: Monsters and Critics).
bent the stanchions and bashed into the yacht. After the perpetrators were not able to board, they moved away. The vessel incurred some damages but the tender was damaged badly. The incident was reported to the Port Antonio Marine Police. No injuries to
Berbice River. Pirates escaped with more than $25K USD of gasoline, engines, groceries, crews clothing and personal items, cigarettes and other items. Fishermen were rescued around 7 pm on 6 Jun. According to 11 Jun media reporting, two of the four
berthing instructions. However, in the morning, six containers were found broken into. One of the containers had items stolen. Some of the ships stores were stolen as well
between 1.5 and 4.7kts with a course of approximately 153 degrees. The vessel altered its course to gain distance from the suspicious craft. The silhouette of the vessel was described as a tug boat. The suspicious craft was last located at 0823 local
BETWEEN MASSAWA AND MOMBASA. THE VESSEL WAS HELD RANSOM BY THE PIRATES DEMANDING AN UNSPECIFIED SUM OF MONEY FROM THE SHIP-OWNERS. VESSEL WAS RELEASED AND ARRIVED IN ADEN 2/14/98.
black and armed knives. The crew were threatened and ordered to surrender their valuables and cash before beig tied up with rope. (IMB)
bleeding. The robbers damaged ships equipments, took crew's cash and personal belongings and escaped.
blew ship's horn. The pirates fled the area.
block. The master increased speed, took evasive maneuvers and managed to evade the attempted boarding with all crew members safe. (IMB)
board and gave up the chase (IMB).
board. At 1910 local time, crewmember spotted a speedboat approaching from stern. Pirates in the boat opened fire at the ship and security guards fired back. Boat stopped and moved away (IMB).
board but aborted the boarding when master raised alarm and crew mustered. The fact that this was a daylight incident, plus the description of the boat, may indicate paramilitary action rather than piracy.
board. Coalition warships in the vicinity tried to contact the boats but received no response. Master sounded alarm and crew mustered and boats sped towards northern Somali coast (IMB).
board consists of 23 men, cargo on board is listed as fertilizer and the vessel is being sailed to an undisclosed location.
boarded and attacked by four men armed with three knives and one with a hand gun in a rowing boat. The husband received several head wounds that required stitching. The wife was not physically wounded but the intruders were reportedly very violent and
boarded, and robbed 28 Sep at 2330 local time while fishing off Forcados. The pirates fired on the vessel with automatic weapons and injured three crewmen. They proceeded to ransack the vessel and stole cash and ships property. The fishing vessel
BOARDED AND THREW THE LINE INTO THE WATER. THE INCIDENT WAS REPORTED BUT NO OFFICIAL ACTION WAS TAKEN. ACCORDING TO SHIP'S REPORT, INCIDENTS ARE COMMON. AT THE ANCHORAGE THERE IS NO VHF CONTACT AND ALL COMMUNICATION IS BY TELEX.
boarded, but there were no warships in the area. A surveillance overflight by a Seychelles coastguard aircraft on 24 Jan reported at least four pirates on board. The pirates managed to break into the citadel and take control of the ship, now believed to
BOARDED BY ARMED PIRATES AND ROBBED WHILE TRANSITING THE MALACCA STREIT. POSITION IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY NOT POSITION OF INCIDENT.
boarded for inspection (IMB).
boarded, only four of the eight crewmembers had entered the citadel. The pirates attempted to gain access to the citadel using hammers and firing automatic weapons. After ten hours in the citadel, the crew emerged and found the remaining crew beaten and
boarded the fishing vessel, from a small red and white boat and stole ships equipment. One crewman from the fishing vessel was reportedly killed and another injured (IMB).
boarded the ship from stern using boat hooks, assaulted duty crew, stole ships stores, and escaped. Port authorities informed, who dispatched coast guard to look for robbers (IMB).
boarded the stopped tug, stole cash, crew belongings, and ship's documents, and kidnapped the master and chief engineer. They threatened the chief officer not to inform authorities for five days or the hostages would be killed (IMB).
boarded the tug, stole crew belongs and the tug's documents, and escaped with master and chief engineer as hostages. The Filipino hostages are reported alive and well and to have talked with their families and the tug's owner. The same vessel was
boarded the tug using a motor boat with two outboard motors. The pirates tied and blindfolded the 10 crew members using masking tape. The crew was held onboard the tug boat for a week. At 0200 on 13 Apr 09, the pirates instructed them to board an
boarded the underway product tanker. The pirates were aggressive; beating most of the crew and tying up their hands. The Master's left palm was severely cut, while the C/O and C/Eng suffered minor cuts as well. The pirates cut the communication cables,
boarded the vessel by climbing up the vessel using grapnel and ropes. One group reportedly consisted of 18 men and the other comprised of 10 men. The ship master alerted the crew and reported the incident to the Tuticorin port control via VHF. The
boarded the vessel for investigation (IMB).
boarded the vessel from a boat. They took the engineer hostage and entered the accommodation area. Upon reaching the bridge, they threatened the crew with knives and took the captain hostage. They proceeded to raid the cabin of the captain and officers,
boarded the vessel (IMB, AP)
boarded the vessel using ropes. The duty officer onboard noticed the boarding and sounded the general alarm. No injuries were reported and nothing was stolen (ReCAAP).
boarded the vessel while one of them armed with a parang waited in the boat. The ship master managed to activate the vessel's SSAS, but was disabled by one of the robbers. All nine crew was led to the master's cabin with their hands tied. The robbers
BOARDERS WERE HEAVILY ARMED. THIS WAS THE THIRD REPORTED INCIDENT IN THIS AREA THIS MONTH. THE VESSELS INVOLVED EARLIER WERE THE MAE NAM BRIDGE, AND THE MARITIME TRIUMPH.
boarding.
boarding and escaped. Port authorities informed and the coast guard came for investigation.
boarding averted.
boarding. Crew and vessel safe.
BOARDING OF THE PIRATES. THE FOUR PIRATES DIRECTED THEIR ENTIRE ATTENTION TO THE MASTER AND HIS STATEROOM AND DEPARTED AFTER TAKING SOME VALUABLES AND DRUGS FROM THE MASTER'S CABIN. MASTER WAS LEFT TIED AND GAGED..
boarding. Port control was informed (IMB).
board it on its eastbound journey, in heavy rain and poor visibility. The captain of the Japanese owned, Panamanian- registered tanker charged his fire hoses and increased speed to evade the boarding attempt. There were no injuries and the tanker
board. The crew mustered, activated fire hoses, and directed searchlights. The speedboat slowed down and retreated (IMB).
board. The master raised the alarm and conducted evasive maneuvers while contacting coalition forces for assistance (IMB).
board the nearby (MYSTRAS) oil production facility. Six workers were seized including Polish, Filipino and Nigerian nationals. The Nigerian Navy dispatched a vessel to the area. No group has yet claimed responsibility for this latest attack (AP,
board. The robbers jumped over board and escaped (IMB).
board the ship. One persons was armed with a military weapon and hid below deck when he spotted the support ship's 3 armed Philippine navy personnel who denied the men in the fishing boat access. The fishing boat left the area after two hours (IMB).
board the ship. The crewmen of the ship attempted to prevent the pirates from coming aboard and the pirates began firing their machine guns. The master ordered the anchor up and the ship then proceeded westwards towards open sea leaving the pirates
board the tanker, but master altered course while the crew used pressurized fire hoses to dissuade pursuit. The speedboats followed for some time, but finally gave up the chase. Later, the same suspicious vessels are reported to have attacked another
board. The three boats downed their sails and turned on their engines, increased speed and moved closer together. The suspicious vessel tried to force a path between the vessels but were unsuccessful. The suspicious boat offered fish in exchange for
board the vessel. Before moving away, one of the robbers gestured to the crew that they would return during the night hours. Due to the impending threat and lack of response from port authorities, the Master heaved up the anchor and sailed to open sea.
board. The vessel increased speed, conducted evasive maneuvers, and deployed self-protection measures to successfully deter the boarding (Maritime Global Net, IMB).
board the vessel via the anchor chain. Duty A/B raised alarm and crew mustered. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped empty handed in a boat waiting, with four additional accomplices (IMB).
boat.
boat along with eight other robbers. No injury to crew and nothing stolen.
boat anchored off with a couple small fiberglass fishing boats that had outboard motors. One of the fishing boats with two men on board began to approach the vessel, reportedly attempting to stop the vessel. The vessel sped up and after three minutes the
boat and boarding was averted. At 0305 local time and 0315 local time, two other ships at anchorage reported attacks by robbers (IMB).
BOAT AND CREW MUSTERED WITH CHARGED FIRE HOSES AND BOAT WITHDREW. A SECOND BOAT ABOUT 200 METERS AWAY WAS BELIEVED ACTING WITH THE FIRST BOAT.
boat and escaped. Upon investigating, it was discovered that the robbers had broken into the paint locker and stolen ship's stores. (IMB)
boat and fled empty handed (IMB).
boat and overpowered the anti-piracy watch before entering the engine room. they then assaulted several crew members and took engine stores and spares before departing the ship. There were no reports of injuries to the crew.
boat and position. After a few minutes, the pirate boat altered course and gave up chase.
boat, and ship itself illuminated whereupon boat moved off (IMB).
boat and the boat moved away (IMB).
boat. An ordinary seaman (O/S) on piracy watch immediately alerted the bridge through walkie talkie when he sighted the robbers at the forecastle. Two of the robbers attacked him with a piece of wood and knives. The O/S was slashed on his arm and back
boat attempted to attach a hook ladder to the side of the vessel, but due to evasive maneuverings conducted by the captain and quick reactions by the crew, the pirates were unable to board and aborted their attempt (Operator, IMB).
boat, but the perpetrators were still able to steal the boat (Operator: Noonsite.com).
boat came alongside and tried to board using hooks on bamboo poles. Crew activated fire hoses and boarding was aborted. Port Control informed and promised to send coast guard boat, which did not arrive (IMB).
boat came to scene (IMB).
boat driver and a pensioner during the robbery. The remaining passengers were dropped off on an island near Bonny while the gunmen fled with the boats (LM: The Tide Online, Bloomberg).
boat driver refused to stop. The action of the boat driver reportedly angered the pirates who opened fire with their automatic weapons on the boat and in the process, killed one of the passengers. Details of the attack are still unclear (LM: This Day).
boat. Duty AB alerted the crew and, using a steel bar, resisted the attackers who threatened him with their knives before escaping.
boat in the distance on the port side. They noticed it was making its way toward them. The crew tried to contact them by radio but received no response. When the boat was approximately 2-3 miles away, the crew decided to change course and noticed the
boat moved away.
boat moved away (IMB).
boat nearby and robbed the other boats crew of their catch, stores, and cash as well. The robbers kept both the fishing boats crew in one boat and escaped in the other fishing boat (IMB).
boat reportedly approached the vessel. The master took evasive maneuvers to prevent the speedboats from approaching closer. One speedboat crossed the bow at a distance of half a mile. Later, the boats aborted and moved away in a south-easterly direction
boats.
boats and escaped into Somali waters (IMB).
boats approached the vessel and approximately 25 prates jumped aboard brandishing machetes. Three crewmembers were reportedly injured. A UN helicopter saw the vessel being towed away and one person was arrested in connection with the incident. The vessel
boats came as close as 0.4NM away. The master sounded the alarm. An Indian warship was informed. Two helicopters from Japan and India responded and the pirates aborted their attempt on sighting the helicopters (IMB).
boat's captain and the women and children were freed. At about the same time, a crew member aboard another boat was killed in an apparent hijack attempt. The boat was hijacked, according to the hijackers' declaration, because its owner refused to pay
boats continued their "chase" until 1340 local (IMB).
boats disappeared in SSE direction. Ship reported to have established radio contact with a military aircraft.
boats each carrying four men approached the vessel. Once onboard the thieves began opening containers and pilfering the contents. As one watchmen approached the thieves he was threatened at gunpoint as the thieves continued their work. As the beam of the
boat searched the area (IMB).
Boats followed for 30 minutes before departing.
boats from which they reportedly attempted to board. Ship's master took evasive action and crew activated fire hoses whereupon the attempt was aborted (IMB).
boats later followed from the starboard side but all boats broke off following at 1250 UTC.
boats to a Coalition Warship in the area. The vessel kept monitoring the suspicious boats and noticed two suspicious boats at the vessels port quarter about two miles off. The vessel increased its speed to move away from the suspicious boats (IMB,
boats via bridge-to-bridge radio, but received no response. The vessel then activated a flare, which also did not receive a response. The small boats continued toward the vessel and the vessels security team fired warning shots and the small boats left
boats were seen to join the first boat. master informed Togo Navy which responsed to the call and detained two boats while the third escaped.
boats with nine crew, recovering stolen property (IMB)
boat. The boat arrived on scene and exchanged fire with the assailants, who all fled. Three crewmen were injured during the incident. Preliminary reporting indicates their injuries were not life threatening (USCG, LM: Deutsche Presse-Agentur,
boat. The robbers boarded the vessel from the starboard bow and broke the lock of the forward store. The sentry-on-duty sighted the robbers. He shouted, raised the alarm and assembled the crew. The robbers escaped by jumping overboard and fled in the
boat. The robbers stole cash and personal property from the crew. The entire incident lasted approximately 15 minutes. No injuries to the crew were reported. ISC COMMENTS: Ship masters are advised to maintain vigilance at all times and take necessary
boat. The robbery was unsuccessful due to the alerting of the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) and their rapid response. The eight robbers who boarded the vessel were captured by the MMEA and are currently being detained pending the
boat. The ship master reported the incident to the Bangladesh Coast Guard and the Chittagong Port Authority (ReCAAP ISC).
boat to move away fromthe ship, however at the same time two more boats approached, and many thieves carryingknives and pistols boarded the vessel using ropes and grappling hooks.The thieves cornered the deck watchman and demanded that he give them the
boat turned away (IMB).
boat. Two men attempted to board from the port quarter using a hook while the other four men waited in the speed boat. The duty watch spotted the men, ran into the accommodation and informed the duty officer. The duty officer raised the alarm, sounded
boat. Upon seeing the alert crew the suspicious men turned away. Ships in the vicinity were informed. Earlier the port authority and pilot had warned the master of robbers in the anchorage (IMB).
boat waiting with two accomplices. Master lodged a report and police boarded for investigation (IMB).
boat was reported earlier at 0930Z on VHF Ch 16 to Coalition warships informing them that the three small, white boats approached the vessel at a speed of 16kts (Operator, IMB).
boat was stripped of its radio and electronic equipment. One Kuwaiti fisherman was killed and another seriously wounded by the attackers who opened fire on the stranded vessel during their retreat. The fishing boat was left drifting and was eventually
boat. While onboard, the men allegedly assaulted and tied up many of the crew members. During this time, crew members were questioned about drug trafficking. The men stayed onboard the vessel for approximately 12 hours, during which time they rummaged
boat with accomplices. The ships stores were stolen (IMB).
BOAT WITHDREW.
boat, with ship's property (IMB).
body has now been found. No one had claimed responsibility for the attack and it is unclear what exactly happened (REUTERS).
bonded stores, and crew belongings (IMB).
BONNY BECAUSE IT DID NOT DISPLAY SUCH A "STICKER".
Bonny Island in the Niger Delta. A member of the taskforce was wounded and several of the attackers were killed when two of their boats were sunk. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. The Nigerian military reported on 16 Oct 08 that it had
border which is in dispute along its seaward extension. After boarding the wife of the owner was assaulted and her son shot by an attacker with an AK-47, who then fled with the other assailants in their 18-foot wooden boat. The shooting is not believed
bosn's radio, hat and boots as well as two mooring lines. Ship retrieved third line from water and reported incident to harbor authorities who dispatched boat about twenty minutes after report. At time of robbery ship had sides illuminated to waterline,
bosun spotted them and stopped them boarding. Robbers threatened them with knives. Master raised alarm and crew mustered. Robbers aborted boarding and escaped in their speedboats (IMB).
bosun store and raised the alarm. The crew mustered and rushed to the location. The robbers escaped with ship's properties (IMB).
bottles filled with gasoline and to throw them on the deck but were met by the crew, with activated fire hoses. Master then weighed anchor (took up the anchor) and moved to the open sea (IMB).
bound and beaten. Attempts to contact port authorities and vessels were unsuccessful. After they left, the Altair 1 immediately heaved up the anchor and sailed away to open sea.
bound and blindfolded the ten Indonesian crew and held them aboard the tug until 25 Sep when they were marooned on Batam Island and warned not to report the incident or risk harm to their families. They subsequently made their way to Tanjung Pinang. The
bow, and starboard bow. The vessel raised the alarm, sent distress messages, and conducted evasive maneuvers while firing rocket flares to warn other vessels. Coalition forces were contacted and a warship was dispatched. After 35 minutes, the skiffs
bow and two from astern. Boats increased speed and three attempted to come alongside while one crossed close aboard under bow. Crew directed searchlights and saw ten masked personswith machine guns in one boat. Master took evasive action and after an
BOW. Ship took evasive manueuvres to prevent craft from getting closer. The craft altered course to close in on the vessel. The master was informed and raised alarm. When craft was in close vicinity, crew mustered on deck with long pipes and sticks.
bow. The skiff on the port side suddenly increased speed toward the vessel. Once the vessel steered toward the starboard side, the second skiff increased speed as well. The crew was alerted and fire hoses were activated. After approximately 10 minutes,
bow. The target did not transmit an AIS signal and did not respond to calls on VHF radio. About 45 minutes later, the target increased speed and had turned around to a course heading towards the vessel. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers and
breadth: 7.00m, depth: 2.9mengine: Nigata - 1 x 1300hp, coloursuperstructure/accommodation: beige/yellow, hull: blueBarge: Marco Polo 48, flag" Indonesia, grt: 1704, loa: 68m,dimensions: 67.3 x 20.12x4.88m, colour: sideboard - bluehull: black /
breaking the windows with gunfire. They took three Officers hostage, tied their hands and took them to the Master's cabin. They ransacked the Master's cabin and the cabins of several Officers, stealing cash and other valuables, and escaped. One of the
break into the master's cabin he sounded the alarm and they fled.
breakwater at Batuampar, Indonesia. At 2342 incident was reportedto be still ongoing. Batam Radio called for radio silence on the net and was met with increased traffic including obscenities, implying possible crude jamming of the channel by the robbers.
bridge and the officer raised alarm. Crew mustered and searched the ship, but the robbers had already escaped with engine stores. (IMB)
bridge responded with lock-down order and evasive actions. The fly boat circled and when the spot-light focused on them, they ran north towards shore. No injuries or damage to report. A sweep of the vessel found no boarders (Risk Intelligence/MaRisk).
bridge. The master raised the alarm. Upon seeing the alert crew, the robbers aborted their attempt to board the vessel (IMB).
bridge. They tied up the 2nd officer and other crewmembers before breaking into the master's cabin and threatening him. The master was tied up and the robbers escaped after stealing ship's properties and crew?s personal belongings (ReCAAP).
bridge. They tied up the ship master, the 2nd officer, and the duty watchman with raffia strings and stole cash, a laptop computer, two mobile phones, and a wristwatch. The men were suspected to have climbed onto the vessel via a rope they tied between
bridge. Upon seeing robbers onboard the vessel, the officer of the watch raised the alarm and all crew mustered on the bridge. Upon seeing the crew's alertness, the robbers escaped without stealing anything. (IMB)
bridge. When the master opened his door, four pirates rushed inside, assaulted him, and tied him up.The theives stole ship's cash, master's cash, and personal belongings before taking him to the poop deck from which they escaped in a narrow boat (IMB).
bridge wings. The skiffs approached to around 500 meters and the security team fired warning shots resulting in the skiffs moving away. The skiffs continued to follow the vessel for around 15 minutes before finally moving away.
broke into a storeroom, and stole ship's stores. The Master sounded the whistle and the ship's alarm and mustered the crew. The thieves escaped in a "high platform" boat (IMB).
broke into forward lockers. They stole ship's stores before jumping overboard to escape in a waiting boat (IMB).
broke into the bosuns store. The Duty Officer and a crewmember proceeded to the forecastle. The alarm was raised and the robbers jumped overboard. The robbers escaped with the ships stores, walkie-talkies, and cell phones. The port authority and the
broke into three containers and the engine room before crew repelled the attack and the attackers fled empty-handed. Failure to take cargo from the broached containers indicates this was not a case of internal conspiracy with the attackers guided to
broken and the contents from the port life raft were stolen. The alarm was raised when D/O noticed that the portside watertight door was partly opened and duty A/B and boatswain investigated. After hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped in a small boat
broken, however nothing was stolen (IMB).
BROKEN INTO AND "A LOT OF" TINS OF PAINT WERE THROWN INTO THE WATER BEFORE THE THIEVES JUMPED OVERBOARD AND ESCAPED IN THEIR BOAT.
broken off after 30 minutes. (IMB).
broken off after about two hours.
broken portholes as a result. The ship's speed was increased to 21 knots in order to escape. None of the crew were injured.
broke open forecastle locker and stole ship's stores. Master raised alarm and called port control, but received no response (IMB).
broke padlock off forward storeroom. The crewmembers managed to escape and raised the alarm. Robbers left empty handed (IMB).
bulk carrier underway. Vessel enforced counter piracy measures resulting in the pirates aborting the attack. Vessel sustained some damage. (IMB, UKMTO)
Bureau of Special Operations (BSO) captured a group of pirates, which were engaged in an organized piracy operation in a 40 mile area off the west coast of Sri Lanka. It is believed that some 70 vessels were employed in this operation. Masters should
BURMESE PIRATE ATTACKS ON THAI TRAWLERS IN BURMESE WATERS.
BUT ALL WERE REPELLED BY CREW ACTION. FUTHER BOARDING ATTEMPTS WERE ABORTED. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED AND NO OBJECTS WERE REPORTED MISSING.
but did not provide any assistance (IMB).
but did not respond.
but fled when spotted by watch.
but no casualties were reported. (UKMTO, Commercial Sources)
but none of the remaining crew of Filipinos, Thais and Germans was injured or abducted (INFO).
but the police were able to apprehend the robbers, arrest them and return the paint on July 9, 1997.
BY A CHINESE PATROL BOAT. THE FISHING VESSEL REFUSED TO COMPLY AND HAILED 11TH MARITIME SAFETY HEADQUARTERS. THE CHINESE PATROL BOAT FIRED WARNING SHOTS, WHICH FORCED COMPLIANCE. AN 11TH MARITIME PATROL BOAT WAS ON-SCENE TWENTY MIN. FOLLOWING THE CALL.
by and they gave chase for a few minutes before giving up. Jakarta port informed (IMB).
by crew and escaping (IMB).
by crew (IMB).
by jumping overboard with ship's stores.
by one at intervals of 3-4 minutes, one boat approached the vessel from the starboard bow then crossed to port bow and chased along the bow for 2-3 minutes. A couple of men from the boat tried to board the vessel unsuccessfully. The ship security alarm
by pirates in position 06-03N 065-00E. Vessels transiting the area are advised to exercise extreme caution.
by six masked individuals armed with axes, hammer and machine guns, from a speed boat. The master and crew were ordered to the bridge where the attackers demanded money. When informed that no money was available the attackers became violent, striking the
by Sri Lanka's rehabilitation ministry from a private company to ferry refugees to the Jaffna Peninsula on the Northernmost tip of Sri Lanka. The name of the vessel was reported as (Misen) and was described as a passenger vessel. The report stated that
by Thai naval ships. The ship was recovered about 200 miles south east of Songkhla, Thai naval personnel arrested three Indonesians and eight Thais who were in control of the ship.
by the crew, the robbers escaped. The port control and coastguard was informed (IMB).
BY) THE FOLLOWING NIGHT, HAD TO RESORT TO HAND TO HAND COMBAT WITH PIRATES.
by the gunmen. The vessel reportedly had offloaded half its UN World Food Program cargo of rice, corn and vegetable oil before the hijackers made off with an estimated 400 tons of remaining cargo. The cargo was headed for approximately 78,000 people in
by the ship's owner.
BY THROWING SCRAP MATERIAL BUT THE BOARDERS TOOK THE SHIP'S WELDER HOSTAGE AND THREATENED TO CUT HIS THROAT BEFORE ESCAPING IN A SAMPAN WITH SHIP'S STORES.
by watch intruders fled in wooden boat.
CABIN AND AND THE VESSEL'S SAFE TAKING CASH AND VALUABLES. THE PIRATES TOOK US$6,672.65 IN CASH, A PAIR OF BINOCULARS FROM THE BRIDGE, AND THE MASTER'S PERSONAL CASH, WATCH, SUNGLASSES AND SHOES WORTH US$500. THE PIRATES ESCAPED VIA A BLACK RUBBER
cabin and stole ship's cash, personal belongings and two passports. Crew sounded alarm and mustered and pirates fled firing shots which injured bosun and second officer in the leg. Master reported near daily attempts to board.
cabin at gunpoint. After threatening the master they stole ship's cash, the master's personal belongings and cash. After stealing crew cash and belongings they ordered the master to reduce speed and escaped in a small boat (IMB).
cabin where at least $15,000 was stolen along with other personal possessions. The Master, Chief Officer, and First Assistant Engineer were seriously injured. The pirates left about 0240 (local time) and rowed away in a small boat. Efforts were made to
cabin while the robbers unloaded seven fully laden shipping containers. Lighterman was freed uninjured an hour later by a colleague who found him after the robbers had fled. Police said the containers held consignments of lighting accessories (INFO).
cable and shouting was heard. Boats broke off pursuit after thirty minutes.
cables, moving from starboard to port at approximately 320 degrees. The alarm was raised and the crew alerted. After the boat crossed at a distance of 1.5NM, the boat proceeded with a parallel course of 070 degrees at 15knts. At 1650 local time, the
cables. When the intruders realized they had been spotted they fled in their boat.
CABO CORBEIRO (CAPE CORVEIRO) 21-48N 016-59W NEAR THE MOROCCO-MAURITANIAN BORDER USING MACHINE GUNS AND MORTARS. THE ATTACKERS WERE IN A RUBBER BOAT. THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL ATTACKS ON SPANISH TRAWLERS AND SHIPS IN THIS AREA. SEE SPECIAL WARNING 69. XXX
Cabo de Greta.(See also 91-0019)
cadet who immediately raised the alarm. Incident reported to port control. A police team boarded to investigate the incident.
called for help from coalition war ships on VHF Ch. 16 (IMB).
CALLED FOR HELP. SIX POLICE OFFICERS BOARDED THE VESSEL AND SOME WERE OVERPOWERED BY THE ROBBERS, AT LEAST ONE LOSING A FIREARM AND ONEBEING INJURED. THE INTRUDERS THEN FLED OVERBOARD AND ESCAPED IN THE TANKER'S WORKBOAT, WHICH WAS LATER RECOVERED. THE
called the vessel and learned from the master that six armed Somalis had hijacked the vessel. The hijackers ordered the master to sail in the direction of Obbia, Somalia. On 7 Nov, the VEESHAM I was reportedly freed by Somalias Union of Islamic Courts
CALLS FOR HELP.
calls. The patrol boat exchanged fire with the pirates, resulting in the pirate boats retreating north at high speed.
came very close to ship's port side. Due to aggressive preventive measures, the pirates aborted the attempted boarding. A warship arrived at location and detained the pirates who claimed that they were fishermen. Pirates threw their weapons in to the
cans of paint and ship's stores.
canvas and rope before departing. At approximately 1300 local time, the ship owner reported that the boat was shadowing the barge approximately 0.4NM away. At about 1520 local time, the owner reported that the boat gave up chase. No crewmembers were
captain conducted counter-piracy measures and evaded the speedboat (IMB).
captain conducted evasive maneuvers and activated fire hoses and prevented boarding (Operator).
captain conducted evasive maneuvers and alerted nearby coalition forces. The pirates aborted the attack after approximately 36 minutes (Operator, IMB).
captain conducted evasive maneuvers and escaped the boarding (IMB, PRESS TV, UPI).
captain conducted evasive maneuvers and reported no further incidents (IMB).
CAPTAIN RECEIVED MEDICAL TREATMENT ONBOARD WHILE THE OTHER INJURED CREW MEMBER WAS SENT ASHORE FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT. THE VESSEL WEIGHED ANCHOR AND PROCEEDED AWAY FROM PORT. A FULL REPORT AND MORE DETAILS ARE AWAITED FROM THE OWNERS.
Captain's infant daughter, Captain's wife, Captain, and Navigation Officer.
capturing two LTTE boats. Naval troops upon observing the LTTE boats and cadre movements, immediately engaged the enemy and their craft. Simultaneously, naval craft engaged a cluster of LTTE boats hovering closer to the Nachchikudah beach and inflicted
CARGO (BAGGED RICE) AS WELL AS SHIP'S EQUIPMENT. THE ROBBERS RETURNED ABOUT THREE HOURS LATER, BUT WERE REPELLED BY THE CREW WHO WERE NOW ON ALERT.
Cargo check revealed six containers interfered with: Two had contents stolen, two were broken into but not missing cargo, and two had seals broken only.
CARGO DETAILS AND THAT THE SHIP'S ENGINES BE STOPPED. ALTHOUGH REPORTED AS AN ACT OF ATTEMPTED PIRACY BY IMB, THIS ACTIVITY IS ALSO POSSIBLY PART OF MYANMAR'S ON-GOING ATTEMPTS TO CURTAIL BLACK MARKET FUEL SMUGGLING.
cargo of 660 tons of tin ingots are missing. ONI NOTE: This is the first reported hijack of a ship for its cargo in many months. Resumption of such ship hijacks may signal that the criminal gangs responsible have solved the problem of how and where to
cargo ship to a point near Bedford Point the thieves climbed aboard using hooked poles. The attackers were armed with clubs, guns and knives. The crew was held at gunpoint and the master forced to open the safe which was emptied of cash, and the thieves
cargo ship underway. Master raised alarm and increased speed, and crew mustered in safe room. Onboard security personnel fired rocket flares at the skiff and the pirates aborted the attempted boarding. No injuries to crew or damages to ship. (IMB)
cargo vessel using automatic weapons and two rpgs. Vessel enforced preventive piracy measures and was able to avoid the attack.
carried shot guns, rifles, and daggers. One of them had on a ski mask. They boarded the tanker and tied up all crew members and blindfolded them. The master of the ship was punched several times with no serious injuries. The gunmen also damaged the ships
carrier for about 2 hours. ONI NOTE: If this represents a true attempted boarding, it sets a new outer boundary for safe steaming, which has previously been set as 120 nm off the Somali coast (IMB).
carrier. Master took evasive maneuvers and activated SSAS; crew mustered and started fire hoses. Pirates firing caused damage to bridge, windows, and accommodation. They restocked ammunition from a nearby wooden fishing boat and resumed firing. An
carrier. The bulk carrier's master reported that another incident occurred 24 Apr in which a crew member was stabbed (see ASAM Reference Number 20000033).
carrier underway. The men tied up master and some crew members. They stole ship's cash and crew properties before escaping. None of the crew was injured. (IMB, FP)
carrier underway. The ship was able to evade the attack due to preventive measures. (IMB, UKMTO)
carrying 4 to 5 persons were spotted from the ship. Master raised alarm, took evasive maneuvers, mustered crew, and boats moved away (IMB).
carrying 850 MT of rice, donated by Japan and Germany, destined for Bossaso, Somalia (IMB, REUTERS, BBC, LM).
carrying a cargo of bagged soda ash from Nantong, China to Calcutta, India.A 21 Jul 1999 report states that the Nuevo Tierra was detained in Fangcheng, China on 20 Jul by port officials. It is believed that the Nuevo Tierra is in fact the Marine Master.
carrying iron bars, wooden clubs, stones, and steel bolts. The gang appeared to be union Stevedores demonstrating over the charterer's and/or receiver's arrangement of non-union labor to offload the vessel. Two europeans representing the charterers and
CARRYING OFF THE CONTENTS WHEN THEY WERE CHASED BY THE SHIP'S CREW.
carrying out tank washing operatons. The robbers entered the ship via the unlocked port side, accommodation door, and went to the engine room. They threatened the duty engineer with a long knife. They assaulted him, blindfolded him, tied him up, and made
cartons. The cartons were loaded onto a speedboat and the robbers made their escape. The container had been loaded and declared as an empty at Puerto Cabello, Venezuela.
cases of hijack of tugs during the past year, the vessel has been released after pirates have taken hostage one or two of the senior crew for ransom. In this case, however, it is evident no ransom demand has been made and the fate of the tug and barge
cash.
cash and crew belongings, and escaped (IMB).
CASH AND PERSONAL BELONGINGS. THE THIEVES THEN ASKED ABOUT THE CARGO (16,000 TONS OF GYPSUM) AND ATTEMPTED TO GET THE MASTER TO START THE SHIP'S ENGINES IN AN ALLEGED HIJACK ATTEMPT BUT LEFT WHEN THEY LEARNED THE ENGINES WERE DISMANTLED FOR REPAIR.
cash and personal belongings. When crew tried to intervene pirates threatened to kill captain and one officer. Pirates escaped in their boat.
cash and personal valuables. The Chief Officer received medical attention ashore. On 8 Dec Dumai water police apprehended 6 of the persons, identified as having committed the crime (IMB, INFO).
cash and valuables as well as $3,000 of the ship's money.
CASH, BINOCULARS, AND VESSEL EQUIPMENT (MF/HF DSC AND INMARSAT-C).
cash. (ONI)
cash, some valuable equipment and forced three crewmembers into their speedboat and escaped. Some of the crew swam ashore and reported the incident to the local police. This fishing vessel was brought back to Mombasa. Kenyan police are investigating the
casualties.
casualties and no damage to ship.
casualties and was able to outrun her pursuers. A military aircraft reportedly responded to the ship's call but the perpetrators were able to escaped into marshes.
causalities. Four attackers, including their leader were killed. Three sailors were also killed and others wounded during the confrontation. The Defense Ministry said that the Air Force MI-24 helicopters pounded the withdrawing boats in the Gulf of
caution.
cell phones, and cameras. A safe was also damaged but the robbers were unsuccessful in opening it (Noonsite.com).
CEMENT, AND OTHER GOODS WERE REPORTEDLY DESTROYED. ABOUT FIVE HOURS AFTER THE EXPLOSION, THAI POLICE STOPPED A "LONG-TAILED" BOAT AND ARRESTED THREE ETHNIC KAREN MEN, IN POSSESSION OF DYNAMITE STICKS, DETONATORS AND DETONATION WIRES. THE MEN ARE
center has alerted the authorities to look out for the tanker.
CENTER LEAD AND JUMPED OVERBOARD WITH THE END OF THE ROPE AND COMMENCED PULLING THE MOORING LINE INTO THE WATER. THE BOSUN AND THE ORDINARY SEAMAN MANAGED TO PUT THE LINE ON THE WINCH DRUM. THE FIRST PIRATE WHO HAD BEEN HOLDING/GUARDING THE 2 SEAMEN WITH
Center, who relayed the message to the Guinea authorities, who dispatched a patrol boat to assist the vessel. The robbers stole contents from cargo containers and escaped upon seeing the approaching patrol boat. All crew reported safe.
center Yangon produced no response. No injuries to ship or crew reported.
central Somali coast. (LL, Mathaba).
Centre which was immediately relayed to coalition naval forces to render assistance. A malaysian warship, in the vicinity, sent a helicopter, which arrived on the scene and opened fire on the pirates. Coalition naval forces informed that the warship was
C/E to reduce speed to minimum and then mustered all the crew, including the bridge and engine room watch-officers in the mess room where they tied up the crew's hands. The pirates then stole all crew and ship properties and cash, and left the ship an
chain. Alert duty crew noticed the robbers and raised the alarm. Seeing crew alertness, the robbers aborted the boarding and moved away. Coast guard and port control informed.
chain. Alert duty crew spotted the robbers and raised the alarm, resulting in the robbers aborting the attempted boarding. Port control was informed.
CHAIN AND HAWSE PIPE. ALARM WAS RAISED AND INTRUDERS FLED.
chain and tried to steal mooring lines and attacked Chief Officer with ling knives. When assistance arrived the thieves jumped overboard and escaped. For a ship to be attacked twice the same day and in daylight is unusual.
challenged and turned away on its own.
Chandpur to Dhaka and were looting the passengers at knife point. Local police intervened to save the injured thief (INFO).
CHANNEL.
Channel 16. The boats then withdrew.
charged in court.
charges. M/V WORLD BRIDGE out ran the attack boats and was not boarded. No casualties were reported.
chase and three other boats continued pursuit. Ship conducted evasive maneuvering and altered course. After ten minutes the boats aborted the pursuit (UKMTO).
chased off the ship, 70 gallons of paint had been Stolen and several containers had been broken into. There were no injuries reported. Port authorities were Notified.
chased ship, fired upon it, and demanded master stop. Master took evasive action and crew was kept inside accommodation. Boats came alongside but boarding was prevented by rough seas. Incident is consistent with others off Somalia where attempts to stop
chased the tanker for more than one hour before moving away. Master reported the incident to Luanda port authorities.
chased the three who jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting boat, with two accomplices (IMB).
chased the vessel and opened fire with automatic weapons and RPGs. The vessel sustained damages to its starboard side accommodation. One RPG shell fell onboard but did not explode (IMB).
chase (UKMTO).
chasing, the pirates aborted the attempt.
chasing the ship. The skiff was observed to be doing around 19 knots. Alarm raised and anti-piracy measures taken by Master and crew. As ship's speed was greater than the skiff the distance between them increased and the skiff slowed down and stopped
checked the containers and noticed the theft. Authorities were informed.
checks. The men were said to have known when the ship would arrive and used their weapons to threaten the crew, who were also forced to open a "secret" compartment containing the cash and documents (INFO).
chemical tanker underway with pilot on board. Master raised alarm, mustered all crew, and reported the incident to the Nigerian Authorities. The armed robbers aborted the attack and moved away when the Nigerian Marine Police arrived on the scene. All
CHIEF ENGINEER AND CHIEF COOK WHOSE BELONGINGS WERE STOLEN. THE THIEVES THEN STOLE SHIP'S STORES AND CASH FROM SAFE BEFORE LEAVING AT 0325 IN SPEEDBOAT.
chief engineer, both Indonesian, were kidnapped. The pirates destroyed all communication equipment on board, before fleeing with the kidnapped victims. Another six Indonesian crewmembers remained onboard and unharmed. The vessel is now in Belawan for
Chief Engineer's cabins, robbing cash and personal belonging. Cash from the ship's safe and other officers' belongings were also taken.
chief officer hostage and entered the captain's cabin. They stole ship's cash and all the personal belongings of the ship's officers before locking them in a cabin and escaping (IMB).
chief officer was reported to have drowned. The tug and its empty barge (TK BINA 82) are still missing.
chinese naval patrol vessel.
circled the ship for three hours before leaving.
circulated to evade confrontation, and the suspicious crafts moved away. Vessel resumed course (Operator).
citadel and found no pirates onboard. HOwever, before leaving the pirates had ransacked crew cabins and stole cash and ship's stores. All crew safe.
citadel, but the pirates were able to breach it. (UKMTO, Operator)
citadel which had CCTV. Pirates damaged and stole ship's properties. After pirates left, the crew regained control of the vessel. (IMB)
claimed, on their TamilNet website, that their Sea Tiger maritime wing was engaged in rescuing 25 crewmen, aboard M/V FARHA 111 carrying 14,000 tons of rice from Kakinda, in India to Durban in South Africa. The LTTE said the ship was caught in rough
claimed responsibility for the attack. Criminal gangs in the delta, a vast network of mangroves opening into the Gulf of Guinea, have taken advantage of the breakdown in law and order. Kidnapping for ransom of businessmen, local politicians and foreign
claiming he was being attacked and chased by pirates in two speedboats and was advised to turn off all lights and head out to sea. The pirates continued to chase and fire at the vessel while in position 00-26N - 044-38E. The vessel eventually increased
clear of this vessel as the pirates may use the vessel as a mothership to attack other vessels.
climbing down a rope (IMB).
climbing the anchor chain and raised the alarm. On hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped into the water and escaped empty handed. Incident reported to port control.
CLIMBING THE CHAIN LEAVING SEVERAL MEN BEHIND IN THE BOAT. THE INTRUDER IGNORED CHALLENGES ISSUED BY THE SHIP'S CREW. THE CREW THREATENED TO "LET GO" THE ANCHOR CHAIN, AT WHICH POINT THE PIRATES QUICKLY UNTIED THEIR BUMBOAT AND ESCAPED.
closed but not locked (Operator: safetyandsecuritynet.com).
closed to 10 meters from the stern but moved away as soon as they noticed that they had been spotted by bridge crew. The remaining skiffs one on each side continued to chased the vessel at a speed of about 21 knots and closed to 0.4 miles. The vessel
coalition forces and conducted evasive maneuvers. At 10 meters away from the vessel, the men in the skiff opened fire with automatic weapons. Due to anti-piracy measures, the men in the skiff were unable to board and aborted the attack (IMB).
coalition forces. The two approaching vessels headed south away from the yacht. Approximately one hour later, six small speed boats converged on their position off the starboard quarter. Two of them split from the group and headed around the stern, two
coalition naval forces, in the vicinity, indicates that pirates have hijacked and sailed the tanker into somali territorial waters. There are 23 crew on board the vessel.
coalition ship. After chasing for around 30 minutes, the skiffs aborted the attempt and moved away.
coalition warships and reported a suspicious craft with about six persons onboard heavily armed. The craft aborted the approach and then proceeded to the vessel which was located behind the tanker. When the craft was at a distance of about 3NM from the
Coast Guard, and agent informed.
Coast Guard responded to a distress call from the ship and apprehended two of the seven persons who jumped into the water on the approach of the coast guardsmen in a pilot boat (IMB, INFO).
coast of Harardhere (AFP, IMB).
coast of Yemen. One boat was within one mile distance and another five miles away. Three more speedboats were approaching from various directions. Finally, the vessel made its getaway and moved towards the shore of Yemen along with a car carrier and
colluded with the thieves
colluded with the thieves.
Combined Task Force 150, when it encountered the (DANICA WHITE) on 02 Jun. No distress call had been received by Coalition forces but it quickly became clear, to the sailors aboard the (CARTER HALL), that the vessel was under pirate control. The Carter
come alongside. Crew activated fire hoses and pirate boats followed until 1330 before leaving area. Long pursuit and daylight approach are both untypical of piracy in the region.
commenced evasive maneuvers. The boat followed the vessel for a while before reducing speed and moving away.
communication equipment. The intruders took master and chief engineer hostage and stole all the ship's "trading" documents, warning the crew not to proceed to their next port of call at Belawan. Ship proceeded to Pulau Angsa in Malaysia to await
COMMUNICATIONS GEAR. THE INCIDENT TOOK PLACE SOMEWHERE IN THE PERSIAN GULF. THE AMSTERDAM WAS TAKEN TO SIRRI ISLAND ON 09 NOV 85.
communications with the tug. There were 12 crewmembers onboard at the time, and no cargo was onboard the barge. The tug was scheduled to arrive at Cambodia on 9 Feb 10. The ship owner suspected that the vessel had been hijacked and reported the incident
communication, vessel stated that the two people had jumped overboard.
communication with the crew has ceased. There are 22 crewmembers onboard of Greek and Filipino nationality. Further information is awaited (IMB, Reuters).
compatriots in the boat. The intruder ignored challenges issued by the ship's crew until they were told by the ship's company that they would "Let Go" the anchor chain. The robbers quickly untied the bumboat and escaped.
composed of 17 Philippine nationals, one Chinese national, and one Ukrainian. The owners were unable to contact the ship (IMB, LL, LM: Ukrainian News Agency).
computers, monitors, and printers stolen.
conducted evasive maneuvers ad was able to successfully avoid attack. No injuries to the crew reported (IMB, Mercury chat).
,conducted evasive maneuvers, and activated fire hoses and search lights. The closest point of approach of the boat was 50 meters before moving away (IMB).
CONDUCTED EVASIVE MANEUVERS AND MANAGED TO ESCAPE. THE CAPTAIN SUSTAINED MINOR GUNSHOTS WOUNDS. THE INCIDENT WAS REPORTEDTO UKMTO.
conducted evasive maneuvers and prevented the boarding (IMB, PRESS TV, UPI).
conducted evasive maneuvers, and the gunmen opened fire. After 30 minutes, two speed boats with four to five men in each boat approached and opened fire on the vessel. The master continued to carry out evasive maneuvers and succeeded in preventing the
conducted evasive maneuvers, and yelled loudly. After 30 minutes the attempted boarding was aborted. (IMB, ReCAAP)
conducted evasive maneuvers, opened up fire hoses, and fired rocket flares at the skiffs to in order to prevent the men from boarding. The two skiffs aborted the attack after approximately 45 minutes (Operator, IMB, AP).
conducted evasive maneuvers, started the fire pump and switched on all deck lights. The master contacted coalition forces, increased speed, headed into the wind and activated the SSAS alarm. After approximately 10 minutes, the boats fell behind and the
conducted evasive maneuvers while activating the ship?s alarm. After four minutes, the men in the skiff aborted the attack and altered course (Operator, IMB).
conducted, no robbers were found. No injuries to crew. The authorities were notified (IMB).
conducting survey operations, and fired upon the ship. A Sudanese Navy vessel responded and detained the suspected perpetrators. After 20 minutes, the suspects were released. No injuries to crew. ONI Comment: Research vessels conducting near shore
confirm the attack and the nationalities of the foreigners on board were unknown. Unconfirmed reports state that include a Croatian, Malaysian and Filipinos (REUTERS, AFP, LL).
confronted the robbers, who were lowering an outboard motor. Robbers threatened the skipper with a boat hook and left in a north easterly direction with the outboard motor. Incident reported to Abu Tig marina (IMB).
considerable risk of hostage taking and kidnap in the s. Philippines where there are also intensified patrols looking for Abu Sayyaf militants. It is impossible from thisReport to accurately characterize this incident which apparently happened well to
consisted of 3?4 skiffs, each with 4?5 pirates onboard. The vessel was damaged and had a hole in the inert gas room. Vessel did not have a security team. The master took evasive maneuvers, pirates chased the vessel for 15 minutes, and the pirates aborted
consisting of a single skiff and a mother ship 8.7NM off the attack. The vessel managed to evade the hijack attempt. (ONI, UKMTO)
consists of 18 Indians, two Filipinos, a Bangladeshi and a Russian (IMB, AFP).
CONTACT.
contacted by VHF, in an attempt to alert the authorities for assistance. The vessel was advised that neither the Federal nor Naval Police could attend as no launch was available. Inspections at daylight revealed that twelve containers had their seals
contacted nearby coalition forces for assistance (IMB).
contacted port authorities and local agents who informed the master that robbery was a common occurrence.
contacted the ship's hull on port side causing some damage. The duty officer sounded ship's whistle and tried to contact the boat on VHF ch 16 without response, but no boarding took place
CONTACTED UKMTO, WHO THEN DISPATCHED A COALITION HELICOPTER THAT CHASED THE SKIFF AWAY (OPERATOR, UKMTO).
CONTACTED U. S. NAVY AT OKINAWA. AN INDIVIDUAL ON THE APPROACHING VESSEL IS QUOTED AS HAVING RESPONDED "OK, NO TROUBLE, WE PULL OUT, MAY WE CATCH YOU NEXT TIME." THE MEANING OF THE EXCHANGE IS UNKNOWN AND THE BOAT WHICH CARRIED NO NAME OR PENNANT NUMBER
contacted warship for assistance and crew mustered. Master increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. As the boat came closer, four pirates with guns were sighted. The pirates attempted to board the ship several times. Later the pirates aborted the
contacting port control.
contact the bridge via his walkie-talkie but the robbers seized it, took him as a hostage, and tied him up. While the robbers were stealing ship's stores and properties, the crewman was able to free himself and raise the alarm. Upon hearing the alarm,
contact the vessel. The Free Goddess was en route from Adabiya, Egypt to Singapore, carrying 19,475 metric tons of steel cable with a crew of 21 on board. (Press)
contact with the fishing vessel was lost, since the master's last call. The fate of the vessel and its crewmembers are unknown.
CONTAINERS AND REMOVE CONTENTS DURING CARGO DISCHARGE.
containers and stole an unreported quantity of cargo before escaping.
containers and stole their contents. The robbers escaped once the alarm was raised. The local authorities were informed (IMB).
containers before escaping
CONTAINERS HAD BEEN PRIED OPEN WITH THE LOSS OF SOME CONTENTS AND SHIP'S STORES.
container ship increased speed, made evasive maneuvers and the crew mustered in preparation for other action wehn required. After chasing the vessel for another 45 minutes, the pirate boat aborted the attempt and moved away. (IMB)
containers loaded with lumber, plywood and betel nut, was recovered 26 Nov near Dabo Singkep; the tug remains missing (IMB).
containers stowed on deck had their seals broken, and three had been partly pilfered.
CONTAINERS. THE INCIDENT LASTED BETWEEN 10-20 MINUTES AND THERE WERE NO REPORTS OF ITEMS STOLEN.
container twist locks and activating fire hose (IMB, INFO).
container vessel with constant bearing, decreasing range. When they were within two miles, the container ship turned to a reciprocal course. The three boats then stopped and moved away.
containing footwear loaded at Itajai. The crewmember was menaced with guns to keep quiet and keep away. Some footwear was stolen.
containing two accomplices. ONI NOTE: Jamaica has become a crime hotspot after years as relatively free of reports of action against ships (IMB, ONI).
contents and escaped. No one was injured.
CONTINUED PASSAGE.
continued until about 1:30 am 6 Jun, and again between 10 am and 1 pm on 6 Jun. Reportedly, the masked gunmen claimed to have recognized a fisherman whom they accused of reporting them to police following an attack in November and wanted to kill him. The
continuing its voyage to its destination (Operator, IMB).
control and the coast guard were notified (IMB).
Control, but no response was received.
control but received no response (IMB).
control, but received no response (IMB).
control informed. Robbers stole ship's stores, property and safety equipment before escaping. Coast guard arrived at 2350local time to take statements (IMB).
control. The crew all mustered and the robbers aborted their attempt.
control. The robbers took ship's stores and left in a waiting boat (IMB).
control was informed and a patrol boat arrived for investigation (IMB).
control was informed but there was no response (IMB).
control was informed (IMB).
could lead to hostile action.
could not speak English and that they were only fishing. They asked for the vessel's course and kept following. The master suspected piracy and took anti-piracy measures and altered its course to keep away from the craft. When the suspicious craft moved
counter piracy measures and evaded the attack, forcing the skiff to eventually move away. The vessel sustained some damages from the gunfire (IMB).
counter-piracy measures and evaded the boarding. (IMB)
counter-piracy measures and evaded the boarding. The vessel sustained some damages to rpg ad gunfire. (IMB)
counter-piracy measures and requested assistance from a warship. Upon arrival of a naval helicopter, the skiff aborted the attack and returned to the mother vessel. Pirates on the mother vessel warned the helicopter via VHF to move away or they would
country. When they stepped ashore at one point in an area known locally as Morromico, they were surrounded by 10 armed men who said that they were members of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). The rebels took the tourists money, cell
course and directed Aldis lamp at her. Once abeam, the small boat increased speed and kept up the chase for about 15 minutes before giving up.
course and followed for about ten minutes before changing course and moving away. As with other reported incidents, activity is more consistent with coastal patrols than with attempted piracy.
course and mustered crew on deck whereupon the attempt was aborted.
course and speed towards the ship. The master notified all crew and took maximum precautions. This continued for about two and a half hours before the small crafts aborted their attempt.
course and the second approached at stern. Skipper took evasive maneuvers, increased speed, and boarding was averted (IMB).
course at 20 knots, and subsequently breaking off contact. Note that nothing in this report suggests attempt to board or affiliation of the boat (IMB, ONI).
course until boats disappeared astern.
course with the RO/RO vessel for five minutes. Later it proceeded in a southerly direction and disappeared out of sight. The speedboat did not come close enough for a positive identification but the following description was provided: approximately six
course with the vessel. The ship took evasive maneuvers, increased its speed and attempted to contact the trawler on VHF, but did not receive a response. After following the ship for one hour, the suspicious trawler moved away. Suspicious vessel
cover and informed the bridge. The duty watch officer raised the alarm and activated the fire pump to start anchor wash process. The robbers aborted the boarding and escaped in their boat. Port control and ships in vicinity were informed of the incident.
covered by canvas. Each boat was manned by two persons wearing masks. Boats came to within 300 meters of the container ship. Upon sighing the helicopter, boats altered course and headed towards the Indonesian coast (IMB).
covered. Crew mustered on deck and boat moved away.
cover of darkness, using a small wooden boat, powered with a small outboard engine. The crew was alerted and scared off the intruders. It is unknown where the intruders came from, or where they departed to (Operator).
craft appeared on radar only four miles from the vessel and moved to the starboard side, closing in on the vessel. The craft had very good maneuverability. Upon reaching 0.3 miles from the vessel, the craft began to parallel the course of the vessel. The
craft approaching. He took evasive maneuvers to prevent the craft from closing in. The boat eventually disappeared due to actions taken by the vessel (IMB).
Craft changed course and continued to follow the ship. Master increased speed and the craft moved away (IMB).
craft did the same and headed toward the ship. Ship further increased speed and craft was left behind (IMB).
Craft increased speed to 16 knots and followed tanker, before the master took evasive action and the boat withdrew (IMB).
Craft showed misleading navigational lights thus making it difficult to know its direction. D/O directed searchlights and craft moved away (IMB).
crafts with outboard engines. The men were dressed in camouflage and carried shot guns, rifles, and daggers. One of them had on a ski mask. They boarded the tanker and tied up all crew members and blindfolded them. The master of the ship was punched
craft, which then moved away.
crane from behind. The tug is proceeding to Chennai. No further information on any losses to tug (IMB).
crew.
CREW.
crew abandoned vessel sometime after master apparently refused agent's request for a position report. Police investigation reported continuing. No report on status of cargo or location of crew.
crew activated fire hoses and the boarding was averted (IMB).
crew alertness the robbers escaped with stolen ship's stores.
crew alertness the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a long wooden boat with stolen ship stores.
crew altered course and activated fire hoses.
crew, and contacted port authorities but received no response.
crew and demanded money. They stole crew and ship's cash before escaping. No injuries to the crew were reported (IMB).
crew and increased speed. The skiff with six pirates on board chased the vessel and fired rpg rounds, which luckily missed. Due to the excessive waves created by the vessel speed the skiff aborted the attempt after 15 minutes.
crew and the alarm was raised. The robbers managed to steal from the ships stores and escaped via anchor chain in a waiting boat. The port was informed; however, there was no response (IMB).
crew and tied him up. They broke the forward store's padlock and stole ship's stores. Upon seeing another watchman approaching, the robbers escaped with the ship's stores and property and the duty crew's personal belongings. Coast guard was informed.
crew at gunpoint and stole their belongings. The thieves left at 0500. Master contacted port control while the robbers were on board, but no one boarded the ship until 0700. Four crew members were injured and hospitalized (IMB, INFO).
crew at gunpoint and switched off vessels comms gear. After demanding and getting a ransom payment for safe passage the intrudes departed and remain unidentified except that master states they were from Yemen.
crew belongings (IMB).
crew. Boat later moved away from ship.
crew directed searchlights. Craft reduced speed and aborted chase (IMB).
Crew foiled the attempt.
CREW FROM THE ALFA BG WERE TAKEN HOSTAGE ALONG WITH 22 FROM THE SYRIAN SHIP. THE BULGARIAN OWNERS OF THE BELIZE-FLAG FREIGHTER HAVE AGREED TO PAY RANSOM FOR THE 11 CREW OF ITS SHIP AND THE CREW MEMBERS OF THE UNKNOWN SYRIAN FREIGHTER. THE ALFA BG ARRIVED
crew, hit him with sticks, and stole his walkie talkie and cell phone. Master raised alarm and reported to port control. The crew armed with long sticks proceeded toward the robbers. Upon seeing the alert crew, the robbers escaped with ship's properties.
crew hostage. One robber remained on the bridge to guard the duty officer. The others took the other crewmember to the captain's cabin and stole ship's cash and other items. The robbers also ransacked the chief engineer's cabin. The deck duty watch
crew (IMB).
crew is distracted by work.
crew locked themselves in the citadel. Pakistani navy destroyer (BABUR) responded to the vessel's distress call. Pirates left the vessel before 0500 UTC 25 Mar. (UKMTO, Commercial Sources)
crew locked themselves in the citadel. The vessel was freed by IAE special forces in coordination with the U.S. 5th fleet on 02 April. (Comercial sources IMB)
crew lodged a report with local police (IMB).
crewman at gunpoint and stole ship's stores. Duty crewman managed to raise alarm and crew mustered. Robbers escaped with ship's stores in the awaiting speedboat. No injuries to crew. Master reported to port authorities, heaved up anchor, and proceeded to
CREWMAN HAD BEEN INJURED.
crew. Master informed port control and a naval vessel arrived to investigate (IMB).
crew. Master notified authorities and other ships in area.
crewmember escaped, raised the alarm, and crew mustered. Robbers jumped into their boat and left empty handed. Local authorities informed (IMB).
crewmember forward and one aft. The robbers held the aft anti-piracy watch at knifepoint and severely beat him. The crewmembers hands and legs were tied up. The robbers stole the ship's stores and equipment and escaped in a waiting boat. The injured
crewmember on deck watch spotted the robbers and raised the alarm. The robbers then jumped into their fishing boat and fled with one mooring rope of about 210 meters in length. The ship master reported the incident to the Port Authority of Kochi. Upon
crewmember, ordered the tanker to come alongside his vessel. Once alongside, the pirate hijacked the tanker. On 24 May, at 0200 local time, the pirates shot and killed the master. The three crewmembers jumped overboard and were later picked up by a
crew members and damaged ship's equipment. The crew contacted local authorities. The robbers left before the authorities arrived. A company spokesman said he had no news regarding the demands of the gang, such as whether it was seeking a ransom for the
crew members and forced entry into master's cabin. Before escaping, the pirates stole cash and personal belongings from the master and some crew members. One crew member was slightly injured on the neck and another had his hands tied. (IMB, ReCAAP)
crewmembers are currently onboard (IMB, Reuters).
crewmembers are onboard (IMB, LM: MarineLog).
crewmembers are onboard (Operator, IMB).
crew members. A Southern Rivers state police spokesperson told journalists that the ship was attacked 09 Jan 08 as it sailed from Onne port in the state capital on its way to Gabon. Crewmembers were shot by gunmen who rode in speedboats and fired
crew members, assaulted some of the crew and tied them up. They ransacked all cabins, stole vessel?s properties, crew member?s cash and personal belongings and escaped.
crewmembers hostage (IMB, Reuters).
crewmembers (IMB, AFP).
crewmembers mustered in the citadel. All four skiffs stopped their approach at 1.5nm away. Two of the four skiffs made another attempt to approach the ship two minutes later. They stopped their approach at 1nm when they saw the armed security team
crew members mustered in the citadel. The skiff fired at the vessel and continued to approach. The security team fired warning flares which landed close to the skiff. The pirates continued to approach and fire upon the vessel. However after the security
crew members. No injuries to the remaining crew members. The vessel continued on its passage to a safe port.
crewmembers of unknown nationalities aboard.
crewmembers onboard (IMB, AFP).
crewmembers onboard, two Russians, one Croatian, and 16 Filipinos (Operator, IMB, REUTERS).
crewmembers personal belongings (IMB).
crewmembers. The pirates are in control of the vessel and are sailing it to an undisclosed location (IMB, AFP).
crewmembers. The robber aborted the attempted boarding upon seeing the crewmembers on deck.
crewmembers, tied them up with ropes, and stole their personal belongings. The robbers then stole ship stores and escaped. One crew member was slightly injured during the ordeal. Port authorities were informed.
crew member suffered knife wounds (IMB).
crewmembers were immediately alerted and the vessel maneuvered away from the boats. UKMTO was notified and coalition warships were called on CH16. Upon noticing the evasive maneuvering and the continuous blowing of the ship's whistle, the suspicious
Crewmembers were reportedly injured (LM: This Day, Vanguard).
crewmembers were taken ashore, while the remaining crewmembers were forced to stay on the vessel and are reportedly making food that is being taken to the hostages in a nearby village. The vessels managing company, located in Germany, reported having no
crew member was slightly injured on the shoulder, but the vessel managed to evade a boarding. (IMB)
crew mustered.
crew mustered activated fire hoses, directed searchlights, and switched on lights. Craft followed for 20 minutes and moved away (IMB).
crew mustered and boarding was averted (IMB).
crew mustered, and informed ships in vicinity via VHF. After 10 minutes, boats moved away (IMB).
Crew mustered and intruder jumped overboard. Later, when ship had anchored at Kosichang, another unlit boat came alongside and a person tried to board but was driven off by crew
CREW MUSTERED FORE AND AFT. BOAT FOLLOWED FOR 25 MINUTES BEFORE BREAKING OFF ATTEMPT TO BOARD.
crew mustered in citadel and the vessel utilized evasive action to evade the attacking vessel. Pirates attempted to board the vessel several times, but abandoned the pursuit after a 20-minute chase. No damage to vessel or injuries to the crew reported,
crew mustered in the citadel. The individuals in the skiff had weapons to include an RPG. The skiffs departed the area when the security team fired warning flares.
crew mustered on deck. The intruders jumped overboard and escaped in their boat.
crew mustered. Robbers aborted boarding and escaped in their boat (IMB).
crew mustered. Robbers noticed the alert crew and aborted the attempt.
crew mustered. Robbers stole engine spares and escaped in their speedboat (IMB).
crew mustered. The robbers aborted their boarding attempt (IMB).
crew mustered. Upon seeing the alert crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Two vessels were noticed moving away from the ship. The port control was informed of the incident (IMB).
crew mustered, whereupon the intruders jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting boat with two accomplices (IMB).
crew noticed the loss during rounds at 1000 UTC. (IMB)
crew. No Violance or threat of violence was experienced (IMB).
crew on deck. Master, Chief Officer and Chief Engineer were taken hostage and removed from ship. The thieves then took away ship's documents and VHF radio sets. Third officer reported incident and Indonesian naval craft escorted ship to Belawan. No
crew. One crew member was wounded in the arm by a knife during the attack.
crew on the poop deck monitored the boat which came within 1.4NM and then altered course away from the vessel. The boat was steering 315T and approached from southeast. The boat was dark blue with four persons onboard (Operator, UKMTO, IMB).
CREW OR U.S. COAST GUARD THWARTED THE ATTEMPTED HIJACKING.
crew. Port authority informed.
crew raised alarm and boarding was averted. Authorities were informed (IMB).
Crew raised alarm and robbers escaped empty handed (IMB).
crew raised alarm and the robbers aborted the boarding (IMB).
Crew raised alarm, switched on lights, directed searchlights, and activated fire hoses, whereupon the boat moved away at 0500 (IMB).
Crew retreated to the citadel. Ship increased its speed to maximum and took evasive maneuvers. There were no aggressive actions taken toward the vessel.
crews' cabins where they stole cash and personal belongings before leaving the ship at 0355 (IMB).
crew. Ship reports this is second attempt I two days.
CREW SHONE LIGHTS ON BOATS AND THE MOVED AWAY.
CREWS OF (NONG BOW) AND (AU THONGLAY) TO TRANSFER THEIR CATCH TO THE PIRATES' BOATS. THE CREW OF (NONG BOW) WERE FORCED TO JUMP OVERBOARD CAUSING THE DEATH OF ONE MAN, BEFORE THE PIRATES SET FIRE TO THE BOAT AND ESCAPED IN (AU THONGLAY). THE PIRATES WERE
crews? personal belongings and cash before escaping. No injuries were reported amongst the crew. (LM: Tradewinds, ReCAAP: http://www.recaap.org).
crew suspect thieves had assistance from stevedore gang.
Crew then proceeded to their emergency stations and citadel, while the master increased the vessel's speed and initiated evasive maneuvers. After approximately 20 minutes, the skiff aborted the attack and moved away.
crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Port control informed.
crew until further notice. The group also claimed it had destroyed a strategic Chevron facility. There were no indications of casualties (AP, Bloomberg).
crew. Upon inspection it was discovered ship?s stores were stolen. Local authorities were informed and later boarded for investigation (IMB).
crew valuable and $1,400 cash stolen. Master reports another yacht allegedly robbed by six armed persons about 30 Jun.
CREW WAS ALERTED AND MUSTERED.
crew was eventually rescued by the Kuwaiti Coast Guard and taken to the hospital where one man died from his injuries. It is not known whether the gunmen were members of the Iraqi armed forces.
Crew was held up at knife point. Thieves Stole aluminum ladders only. No reported injuries.
crew was mustered. The robbers escaped with stolen items. The duty crew directed search light at the robber's boat, saw the name of the boat and informed port control. The coast guard came on board the vessel to take statements and later searched for the
crew were reported injured. Nigerian sources state that five fishing boats had been attacked during the previous week.
crew, which had first tried to resist, to the safety of the accommodation block after the thieves began firing their weapons. During the next thirty minutes 760 liters of paint, other stores, and safety equipment were stolen from the equipment store. At
CREW WHO MUSTERED AT THE BRIDGE AND ENGINE ROOM. ALL WATERTIGHT DOORS WERE CLOSED FROM THE INSIDE. WATER PUMPS WERE USED TO REFILL THE BALLAST TANKS AT THE SAME TIME TO CAUSED THE WATER TO OVERFLOW FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE MAIN DECK. THE VESSEL INCREASED
crossed the bow at a standoff of 2NM and stopped. The other one was observed at the starboard quarter about 1NM away. Each boat was fiberglass and each carried three people with firearms and wearing what was described as masks. Upon detected by the
crossed under the bow and sped away when crew sounded alarm and turned on deck lights.
crossing its bow. No attempt to contact the dredge is reported. At 2200 local time, while in position 01-09.3N 103-47.7E both craft opened fire with about 50 rounds of small arms fire and 40 rounds of heavier caliber fire. Dredger altered course and
CROSS INTERVENTION. LTTE SOURCES REPORTED THE SHIP HAD BEEN STOPPED FOR INSPECTION AFTER STRAYING INTO WATERS UNDER THEIR CONTROL. THE SRI LANKAN AIR FORCE BOMBED THE SHIP AFTER THE NAVY GAVE ORDERS FOR ALL ON BOARD TO ABANDON SHIP. THE VESSEL WAS
Cross-Red Crescent announced the pending release and stated that six Korean crew members would first inspect the ship to determine if it needed to be towed or could leave the area under it's own power. As of August 29, 1997 no release had been confirmed.
Cruz, Venezuela. The attackers boarded from a motor boat after asking for water and drew guns once aboard. The captain and his two Italian companions had difficulty understanding the attackers' Spanish and in the confusion the captain tried to escape
currently at anchorage. The vessel was loaded from Ajman Port with general cargo to Mogadishu. Negotiations with the pirates are ongoing. Currently the pirates are requesting 150,000 USD(IMB).
custody on arrival at Miami. There is the possibility this incident reflects the beginning of a dangerous trend toward armed intervention by groups of stowaways if they are discovered.
custody where they "could" be charged with hijacking. No injuries were reported to the vessel's 32-man crew.
cut off the cables for the communication equipment, stole crew properties, cash, and escaped. One crew member has been reported missing.
cut off the cables to the VHF communication system and stole crew and ship cash and property. Upon departure of the pirates, the Master contacted local authorities and then diverted to Kuantan Port, and lodged a report to the Malaysian authorities. All
cuts and bruises. With the assistance of another yacht, the incident was reported to (USCG ALAMEDA) who then contacted the Ecuadorian authorities (IMB, Noonsite).
cutting off and stealing the zinc anodes. The incident was reported to the coast guard who sent out a patrol boat. Upon seeing the patrol boats, the suspects left their boats and escaped. The coast guard seized the boat and boarded the ship for
daily updates from the captain. Vessel is assessed as hijacked and possibly being used as a mothership to conduct pirate attacks. No further information to provide at this time (IMB, Mercury chat).
damaged the ship's communication equipment. They stole ship's cash and money and other personal belongings from the crew before escaping. Five crewmembers were injured. The Nigerian navy was informed (IMB).
damage to the vessel. The vessel and remaining crew were escorted back to Port Harcourt.
Da Nang border guards have requested the National Administration of Rescue ask the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to find solutions to support the fishermen in claiming back what they lost. Seventeen additional Vietnamese fishing vessels were seeking
data. As the master altered its course to move away from the unknown craft, the craft aborted the chase and proceeded towards the Somali coast. After a few hours, the same craft started following the same vessel again. The suspect vessel followed for
day break to check boats in the vicinity
days in the water before being rescued by a passing ship.
day when the pirates onboard reportedly fired upon the Indian Navy warship (INS TABAR). The (TABAR) returned fire, mistaking the hijacked vessel as a mother ship. One crewmember who survived the gunfire from the (TABAR) was rescued after six days adrift.
death of a captain, along with three other crewmembers reportedly missing and feared dead after a mutiny event. Indonesian deckhands reportedly wanted to steal the vessel and its large catch of fish. The vessel was reportedly brand new, (valued at
December 5, 1989, the SNM Coast Guard seized a ship flying a Panamanian flag enroute to Berbera,Somalia. This is a major port still in the hands of the loyalist troops of the Mogadishu Regime. This is the third ship the SNM has seized.
deck and could not enter the accommodation after the crew managed to lock themselves inside. According to the captain of the (ZHEN HUA 4), the crew had received related training and managed to counter attack the pirates by using fire hoses and incendiary
deck by using a portable ladder however they could not get access into the accommodation as it was locked and secured from inside. All crew mustered and remained on the bridge until the pirates disembarked 30 minutes later. No injury to crew and nothing
deck. Crew alerted but boarders departed vessel Before they could be apprehended.
deck had been pilfered. It is suspected the theft may have taken place while in transit. A police report was filed.
deck lights, and activated fire hoses. Boats then moved away (IMB).
DECK MOORING LINES WERE TAKEN. NO INJURIES REPORTED.
Deck Officer were taken hostage and received minor injuries. After about 30 minutes the pirates left with cash, crewbelongings and ship's property (IMB).
deck. They took hostage and tied up three duty crew. The pirates broke into three containers and stole cargo. The duty officer sent another crew to check the status of the three duty crewmembers who were not responding. The crew noticed the pirates and
deck watchman then went to obtain the assistance of the duty officer, and together with one crewman they returned to the forecastle to find that the thieves had escaped via their motorboat tied alongside. Inspections carried out after the attack revealed
DEFENDED HER BY MANNING THE FIRE HOSES. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE MASTER REPORTED THE INCIDENT TO THE PORT AUTHORITIES.
DEGREE RIGHT RUDDER AND OBSERVED THE BOAT TO TURN INTO THE JOHNSON, SHINING THE SEARCHLIGHT ALONG THE PORT SIDE AND TRYING TO INTERCEPT THE PORT QUARTER. USING LEFT RUDDER TO RETURN TO ORIGINAL COURSE THE SILHOUETTE OF ANOTHER BOAT WITHOUT LIGHTS, ON THE
DELIBERATELY. WITH THIS WARNING THE CREW WAS KEPT INSIDE THE SHIP.
DELPHINUS LEADER evaded the hijacking. (IMB)
demanded a large ransom for the release of the ship. ONI Comment: This anchorage location is not far from where the recently released UN World Food Program M/V SEMLOW was reportedly held (near Haradheere) for over three months (see ONI World Wide Threat
demanded the keys to the vessel along with money, specifically USD. The perpetrators killed the US tourist and seriously wounded his wife in the attack. The woman was hospitalized and is being sent back to the United States for medical care (AP).
demanding money. After stealing the money they threatened that if the couples reported the incident that they would be back for them. The bandits then swam back to shore. The yacht left the area promptly. This incident was not reported to the police or
demolition-type attack on the Sri Lankan Navy?s boat while it was being loaded with explosives. The boat was headed for troops operating in the island?s north. No injuries were reported. On 11 May 08, navy divers reportedly recovered body parts of the
DEPARTED.
departed (IMB).
departed Palembang, Indonesia for Singapore on 18 Dec laden with 16,585 MT of vegetable oil. Vessels last known location reported by the owner was 02-20N 106-41E at 0530 UTC, on 19 Dec. ONI Comment: In April of this year, pirates boarded a general cargo
DEPARTING THE AREA.
depart the area. (Operator)
departure. The crew suspects the local mooring gang, which had remained onboard the vessel during the transfer operations.
destination off the Somali coast (IMB, Operator, LM: Xinhua).
destination (Operator).
destroyed all communications gear and master received head injuries and stab wounds from knives. Other crew tied up and held in cabins and on bridge until pirates had stolen ship's cash and left the ship in the direction of the Somali coast at 0400 This
DESTROYERS ORDERED THE GREEK CRUISE LINER TO MOVE OUT OF THE AREA BECAUSE LIVE AMMUNITION EXERCISES WERE IN PROGRESS. THE TURKISH DESTROYER (WHICH WAS 1 TO 2 KILOMETERS FROM THE GREEK CRUISE LINER) THEN FIRED TWO EXPLOSIVE DEVICES; ONE FORWARD (ABOUT 10
destroying two gunboats, a speedboat and a barge. The Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND), militants group has claimed responsibility for the event claiming it was carried out in retaliation for the incident in Baysela when a naval
detection (but was watched visually by this officer). When abeam of the Similan Islands it attempted to come alongside astern and was seen to be occupied by armed men. At 0127 on 07 Oct 84 as this motor boat came alongside at the stern, general alarm was
dhow (NAFEYA), chased and opened fire on the tanker. The skiff came close to the tanker and the pirates tried to hook a ladder onto the shipside. The master conducted evasive maneuvers and contacted nearby warships for help. A French warship responded
did not succeed. They also tried to steal a life raft. Incident took place; although two local policemen were on board, and a police boat was alongside (IMB).
dink was returned two days later (Operator: safetyandsecuritynet.com).
directed a crewman to investigate. While approaching the forecastle, the crewman was threatened by three robbers. The Master ordered the crew to enter the accommodation and lock the access. The Second Officer directed the spot light towards the robbers,
directed Aldis lamp at them, after which the boat withdrew.
directed Aldis lamp at them, whereupon the boat withdrew
directed searchlights and boats moved away.
directed searchlights at the boat and boarding was averted (IMB).
directed searchlights at the boat and person in the boat warned tug to switch off lights. The small craft circled the tug for 15 mins and proceeded to another ship. Incident sounds more like an encounter with a military patrol craft than pirates although
directed searchlights at the boats which broke off their approach (IMB).
directed searchlights, fired rockets, and had the crew activate fire hoses in order to ward off the suspected intruders.The speedboats moved away after about 20 minutes.
directed searchlights. Fishing boats broke away after 35 minutes (IMB).
DIRECTED SIGNAL LIGHT AT THE BOAT WHICH BROKE OFF PURSUIT AFTER ABOUT 5 MINUTES.
directing searchlights at their boat (IMB).
disabled the ship's engine and locked themselves in the engine room. When the pirates could not sail the ship, they damaged the ship's equipment, set the bridge on fire, and abandoned the ship. Later, the crew emerged from the citadel and extinguished
DISAPPEARED WHEN THE FERRY ACCELERATED LEAVING A SMOKE TRAIL AND LARGE WASH FROM ITS PUMP JET UNITS.
discharged fire hoses. There were no injuries or damage to the cargo of bagged sugar.
discharged over the side and a signal flare was fired.
discovered a laptop computer and mobile phone were missing from ship.
discovered by the duty crew after the heavy weather cleared.
discovered (IMB).
discovered. One of the intruders had earlier been observed to board the ship under the pretext of selling goods (IMB).
discovered that the robber had fled and a life raft had been opened and damaged.
"disguised" as an Indonesian naval unit forced the fishing vessel to stop when persons dressed in Indonesian uniforms boarded. There is no report of damage or other loss and no other crew member was reported injured. Fishing vessels frequently carry arms
DISPUTE OVER POSSESSION OF THE HANISH ISLANDS.)
distance at a speed of 4 kts, which quickly increased to 7 kts. The ship sounded the emergency stations and switched on all deck lights, while using evasive movement to steer from the suspicious craft. At 2040 local time, suspicious craft maneuvered to
distance of 150 meters from the tug but stopped, when it encountered engine problems. The tug used this opportunity to escape from the suspected pirate attack/hijacking. The master reported that the Abu Sayyaf Group was active in the area (IMB).
distance of 50 meters the bridge team noticed 4-5 pirates onboard with a hook ladder. The onboard security team fired two shots in to the skiff when the skiff closed to 30 meters resulting in the pirates aborting the attempted attack.
distance of 5-10 meters. Alarm sounded and the armed team fired warning shots, resulting in the skiffs moving away.
distance of about 1NM and then closed to 300 meters. They continued to follow for approximately 10 minutes. The security team onboard activated their LRAD at the port bridge wing. The master conducted evasive maneuvers using hard to helm tactics. The
distance of about 5 nm, the boat increased speed and approached the vessel. The master altered course and the boat adjusted its course to follow the ship. At a distance of 3 NM, the boat stopped following the ship. Master altered course and moved away
distance of about 5 NM, the boat increased speed and approached the vessel. The master altered course and the boat adjusted its course to follow the ship. At a distance of 3 NM, the boat stopped following the ship. Master altered course and moved away
distance themselves more from the suspicious craft. The small craft followed the vessel for several hours before moving away. PRC forwarded the masters message to coalition forces to render necessary assistance (IMB).
distress alerts via VHF and SSAS and all crew retreated into the citadel. Navies in the vicinity responded to the distress and a naval boarding team was sent to rescue the crews. On boarding the vessel, no pirates were found and the crew regained control
distress alert was acknowledged by UKMTO and a helicopter was seen approaching the location. When the boat was about 0.5 nm from the vessel, five masked persons with weapons, including an RPG, were identified. Seeing the helicopter, the boat altered
DISTRESS AND INCREASED SPEED TO MAXIMUM. AFTER SOME TIME, THE PIRATES STOP FIRING AND THE DISTANCE INCREASED. THE PIRATES RELOADED THEIR WEAPONS AND START FIRING AGAIN. FOR SOME REASON, ONE OF THE SKIFFS SLOWED DOWN AND THE OTHER BOAT WAS JUST TRAILING
distress call and rendered medical assistance (LM).
distress message, and all crew mustered in the citadel except the master, bridge duty crew, and armed security team. The security team fired flares and warning shots but the pirates ignored the warnings and continued to chase and fire upon the vessel.
District (INFO).
DOCUMENTATION AND ORDERED BOTH VESSELS TO JACMEL. HE INDICATED THAT THE MAYOR AND LOCAL AUTHORITIES NEEDED TO INSPECT THE BARGE'S CARGO. WHILE WAITING FOR LOCAL AUTHORITIES TO RELEASE THE VESSELS, THE M/V CARDENAS, FORCED TO OPERATE IN CONFINED WATERS,
documents. Captain shot in the abdomen in a struggle and four remaining crew jumped overboard upon being threatened by pirates. Trawler hijacked. Crew swam to safety and body of master later recovered.
documents. Captain shot in the abdomen in a struggle and four remaining crew jumped overboard upon being threatened by pirates. Trawler was hijacked. Crew swam to safety and body of master was recovered later.
door and stole ship's stores. The duty watchman noticed the robbers and informed the guards. By the time the guards arrived forward, the robbers escaped in their speedboat (IMB).
door, leading to the poop deck. The master raised the alarm and the crew mustered. The local police were informed (IMB).
door of the bridge, where they entered and took control of the ship and all 14 Thai crew. They tied up the crew in the mess room and stole navigational equipment and crew's cash and personal belongings. The pirates left the ship after approximately 45
doors. Duty officer informed, alarm raised and crew mustered. Pirates immediately jumped overboard and fled in the waiting wooden motor boat. The two watchmen had light injuries. Port controle informed.
door. The thieves assaulted the master, second officer and crew and escaped with ship's cash and property as well as cash and belongings of the crew (IMB).
door, they were discovered by a deck watchman. The alarm was sounded and the crew mustered on deck. The thieves jumped into the water leaving behind a knive. No injuries were sustained or items stolen.
door to the emergency generator room alarm was triggered and informed the chief officer who raised the alarm. Authorities were informed (IMB).
drifting. The master suspected persons intended to board the vessel and sounded the alarm. The vessel conducted counter-piracy measures and activated fire hoses. The boat stayed close to the vessel for sometime before eventually moving away (IMB).
drinking water. Three of the pirates were allowed onto the vessel and then suddenly the other four, who were armed, boarded the vessel. They ordered the captain to change course and travelled between Al Mukalla, Yemen, and Dubai, according to a
driven off by crew throwing "small objects" at them (IMB).
DROWNED AND SIX SURVIVED.
drums from the vessel. The vessel's crew reported the robbery to port security who then arrived on the scene and managed to convince the men on the tug to return the drums by giving them money. The tug came back alongside the vessel and returned the
DTSE/PP1 Sea Island. At about 0300 hours local time, the jetty lights went out and she was boarded by seven armed pirates from the seaward side. The pirates held the ship's duty watch in the Cargo Control Room and forced the Second Officer, then on duty,
dues and an unspecified amount for security service provided by the warlord to the vessel and its companion (BEIRA 3) while they fished off the southern Somali coast. The crew consists of 3 Koreans, 4 Chinese, 5 Vietnamese and 12 Kenyans (INFO).
duplicative reporting to the (AMER 1) case.
during bad weather conditions with very rough seas and allegedly fired an RPG. The master conducted evasive maneuvers, increased speed, and managed to elude the boat. ONI Comment: UKMTO contacted the master after the incident and was unable to confirm an
during routine rounds on deck.
during theft of stores. Port Control did not respond to calls (IMB).
during the incident.
duty AB hostage and stole from the ship's stores. The DutyOfficer raised the alarm and the robbers escaped in a speed boat.The port authorities were informed and a coast guard patrol boatcame and searched the area (IMB).
duty able seaman and sounded the ship's whistle. The robbers escaped. Later it was discovered that the robbers had boarded the vessel using a rope and hook, and nothing was stolen. (IMB)
duty AB on patrol noticed a fishing boat in the vicinity. Authorities were informed (IMB).
duty cadet who raised the alarm. The robbers escaped through the hawse pipe. (IMB)
duty crewman was called into the accommodation. Port control was informed.
Duty crewmember noticed them and raised alarm. Robbers escaped in their boat. Port control informed (IMB)
duty crew spotted the robbers, contacted the bridge, and informed another watchman. Master raised the alarm, sounded the ship's horn, and the crew directed search lights. The pirates aborted the attack upon seeing the alerted crew. The Togo Navy was
duty crew who informed bridge and raised alarm. Ship's whistle sounded and crew rushed to forecastle. Upon seeing alert crew, the robbers escaped empty-handed in their boat. Port control was informed but did not respond. (IMB)
Duty officer immediately contacted the coalition naval forces to render assistance to crew and vessel. Meanwhile, ship's crew enforced preventive measure and master reported sighting automatic weapons and RPGs in the skiff. The attack was aborted (IMB).
Duty officer increased speed and began to zig-zag, sounded whistle and directed searchlight on the boats which then withdrew.
DUTY OFFICER NOTICED A NUMBER OF MEN IN THE FISHING BOAT TRANSFERRING TO THE SKIFF. BOTH BOATS THEN INCREASED SPEED TO ABOUT 15-20 KTS AND APPROACHED THE TANKER FORWARD OF THE STARBOARD BEAM. AT APPROXIMATELY 150 METERS AWAY, THE MASTER COULD SEE SIX MEN
duty officer noticed a robber stealing ship stores. On confronting the robber they were attacked and the duty officer was injured. The duty watchman returned to the accommodation and raised the alarm. The incident was reported to the authorities who sent
duty officer on the bridge who raised the alarm and mustered the crew. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped empty handed. Port control was informed but no action taken (IMB).
Duty officer sounded ships whistle, crew mustered and activated fire hoses. Pirate jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
duty officer. The alarm was raised and the crew alerted. The robbers escaped empty handed. The crew mustered and a search was carried out but found nothing stolen (IMB).
duty officer, who raised alarm and took evasive action to prevent boarding (IMB, INFO).
duty officer, who raised the alarm. Upon hearing the alarm and seeing the crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in two waiting boats with ship's stores.
duty officer, who then raised the alarm. The robbers escaped and nothing was stolen (IMB)
duty oiler. They stole a large quantity spares and escaped in a 5m length boat (IMB).
duty on board. In addition, two of the ship's crewmen were assigned anti-piracy patrols aboard the vessel during the night. On May 31, 1996, $2,000 (US) was found missing from the Radio Officer's cabin, and a briefcase was missing from the second
duty policeman fired at the intruders they jumped overboard and fled in a small wooden boat.
duty watchman and attacked him with knives. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The robbers escaped with ship's stores. No injuries to the crew were reported. Port control and coast guard was informed (IMB).
duty watch raising the alarm.
Each boat had at least nine pirates dressed in blue/white coveralls.
each containing six men reportedly between 17 and 20 years of age, came close but pulled away when master raised alarm, took evasive action, and crew mustered (IMB).
each line, which was then respliced, and the cut sections stolen.
early morning. Around five shots were fired and six men were taken as hostages. All six hostages were released two days later (AFP, LM: AfricaNews).
EEZ. The Sierra Leone Armed Forces Maritime Wing promptly responded to the distress call and apprehended eight Guinean nations and their speedboat, while another speedboat was said to have fled the scene. Of the eight suspects arrested under the alleged
effective anti piracy measures the attack enforced onboard the hijack was evaded. (IMB)
effects. Fortunately no member of the crew was injured.
eightcontainers and stole the cargos contents. The robbers escaped and were seen heading towards the shore (IMB).
eight heavily armed persons onboard. The vessel was carrying out evasive maneuvers continuously until the pirates boarded the vessel. The vessel was fired upon by pirates before the boarding. Two broadcast distress messages were sent on VHF just after
eight Nigerians. No group has claimed responsibility for the hijacking (AFP, REUTERS).
EILAM, USED IN THE CAPTURE OF THE TWO CARGO SHIPS, BELONGS TO THE IRANIAN GOVERNMENT AND IS OPERATED BY IRAN'S NATIONAL PORTS AUTHORITY. REVOLUTIONARY GUARDS IN IRAN HAVE MADE RANSOM DEMANDS AMOUNTING TO US$300,000, REDUCED TO US$182,000 AFTER THE
EITHER SIDE AND ONLY SLOWED DOWN AND WITHDREW AT 0430 WHEN CONFRONTED WITH THE CREW MUSTERED ON DECK AFTER SHIP'S ALARM WAS RAISED.
electronic gear and reversed course. The other boat moved away (IMB).
ELEPHANT). The dhow was released without ransom on 15 Jul 09, with all crew members safe (AFP, Reuters).
eluded its attackers. Bridge windows and VHF destroyed. Chief Engineer shot in head and reported in critical condition after evacuation ashore by navy boat to Belawan (IMB, LL).
e-mail statement issued by, a little known group calling themselves, The Emancipation of the Niger Delta claimed responsibility for the kidnapping, but the claim cannot be verified. Violence against the oil sector is frequent in the Niger Delta, where an
embarked security team returned fire forcing the skiff to abort the attack and move away. No crewmembers were injured (IMB, AFP, Mercury chat).
emerged from the group and headed toward the vessel at a speed of 20 knots at a range of 1NM. The vessel raised the alarm, mustered crew, and contacted coalition forces while the embarked security team deployed flares. Two of the skiffs aborted the
employed. (IMB)
empty bottles at him. Alarm raised and thieves escaped in their boat. Port control did not respond to ship's VHF calls (IMB).
empty handed.
empty-handed.
empty handed, in a boat waiting with accomplices. Master suspects that stevedores may have collaborated with the robbers (IMB).
empty handed. This was reportedly the second attack on this ship in two days.
enforced all counter-piracy measures and contacted the Tanzanian navy. Master reported being fired on by a skiff with five people on board. (IMB, EU NAVFOR)
enforced anti piracy measures, increased speed, made evasive maneuvers and managed to evade the boarding attempt resulting in the skiffs regrouping with the mother ship in the vicinity. Later, the skiffs launched a second attack on the tanker, approached
enforced preventive measures. Pirates escaped in their speedboat. There were no injuries to the crew and nothing was stolen (IMB).
engaged in a shoot-out with the robbers. They rescued five hostages. One hostage was killed and the other one was injured.
engaged in discharge operations. The duty crew noticed them near the forward store and informed the duty officer, who raised the alarm. The duty crew tried to stop the robbers but were threatened with a knife. The robbers escaped via the sea side with
Engineer held for ransom by the rebels who also took the ship's documents. Ship located by marine police and owners making arrangements to tow to safety (IMB).
engineer in his cabin. On the bridge they took chief officer and duty seaman hostage and forced chief officer to knock on master's door. Master, realizing something was wrong, fired a rocket flare from his bathroom porthole. Pirates broke down master's
engineers were taken hostage. Equipment and personal belongings of crew were stolen. Robbers escaped (IMB).
Engineer was threatened by a robber with an iron rod. The robbers stole engine spares and escaped in their wooden boat. The incident was reported to Karimun Pilot Station and to the Coast Guard. Coast Guard officers and two port patrol officials boarded
engine room. They threatened them with knives, tied them up and took the store room keys from them. They then stole engine spares and escaped. Later authorities arrived and investigated the incident.
ENGINE ROOM WERE FULLY MANNED, THE ALARM WAS RAISED, AND THE VESSEL PUT ON HIGH ALERT. THE CREW WAS MUSTERED INSIDE THE ACCOMMODATION, SPEED WAS INCREASED TO THE MAXIMUM, AND ALL AVAILABLE SOUND EQUIPMENT WAS ACTIVATED. BOTH FIRE PUMPS WERE RUNNING, SO
engines and scrap. Six were reported arrested.
engines, each carrying 14 gunmen in wearing casual t-shirts and no masks, launched an attack. The pirates were armed with AK47's. After stealing personal items and belongings, four expat crew were kidnapped (Polish (Chief Engineer) and three Indians
engine spares and escaped. No injuries to the crew were reported.
engine spares and escaped. Port control was informed (IMB).
enroute Sacol Island in Zamboanga Del Sur on January 21, 1996. The pirates opened fire, but retreated as soldiers neared. The suspects outran the soldier's pumpboats and took sanctuary on a nearby island where the military and the Moro National
entered the accommodation. They manhandled the crew and damaged the accommodation. The militants stole the crews personal belongings, ship's cash, and property. No injuries to the crew were reported. SSAS activated (IMB).
entered the cabin to retrieve the water, the pirates boarded the vessel armed with pistols and held the family of four hostage, while they ransacked the yacht for valuables. The ordeal lasted approximately 15 minutes, and then the pirates departed,
entered the crew cabins and took hostage all crew members. The robbers stole crew personal belongings and tug properties, prior to escaping.
entered the forecastle store, stole from the ships stores, and lowered them into a canoe waiting alongside. The AB untied himself and reported to the duty officer, who raised the alarm and informed the port control. A patrol boat arrived and searched the
entered the store of the engine room. They threatened the watchman with knives, tied him up in the engine room, and stole some spare engine parts before leaving the ship at about 0350 local time. The watchman was discovered in the engine room at about
enter the forecastle store and informed the Duty Officer, who raised the alarm and sounded the forward fog horn. Seeing the alerted crew mustered and proceeding towards the forecastle, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Pilot station and all
entrance doors and raised alarm. Robbers jumped into a waiting boat and escaped (IMB).
EPLF NAVY. THE VESSEL AND CREW WERE DETAINED FOR TWO DAYS, THEN RELEASED. VESSELS ARE URGED TO USE EXTREME CAUTION ALONG THE SUDANESE AND ETHIOPIAN COASTLINE FROM PORT SUDAN TO ASEB. SEE SPECIAL WARNING 76.
equipment and other valuables. Two crew were assaulted in the attack before the robbers fled in their speedboat, after locking the master and some of the crew in a cabin. The Brazilian Coast Guard, and other unnamed authorities, were reportedly alerted
equipment and ship's stores and escaped.
equipment and stores from the vessel's forecastle storage locker. When the Port Authorities and Police were notified of this incident, they advised the ship's Master that it took place outside of their jurisdiction.
equipment, bridge windows, and superstructure. The tug crew switched on lights, activated fire hoses, and fired 3 rocket flares. Occupants of boat continued to fire and came within 50m of tug, which then began evasive maneuvers and boat moved away. The
equipment. Following their departure, the crew was unable to restart the engines, and drifted before help arrived (LL).
equipment (IMB)..
equipment locker and stolen ship stores. When challenged, the robbers jumped over board and escaped. No injuries to crew (IMB).
equipment. Master's attempt to contact authorities and agents for assistance were futile. The IB PRC received the distress message from the ship and relayed to the Nigerian authorities requesteding to render assistance for the injured crew. At dawn,
equipment stolen for lifeboat.
equipment stolen from the radio room. Prior to departure, the vessel's crew carried out a stowaway search without result. A further search revealed two stowaways hidden in a ventilator in cargo hold No. 3. The master was able to disembark the stowaways
equipment. The deckwatchman was assaulted and robbed.
escape by jumping into the water (IMB).
escaped.
ESCAPED.
escaped - 4 thieves escaped, 3 containers pilfered - Crew attacked by thieves with knives/guards fired shots at thieves.
escaped after the duty deck crew noticed him onboard and the alarm was raised. (IMB)
escaped. Duty crew raised alarm and a search was carried out. Master reported the incident to the local authorities, who boarded and carried out an investigation.
escaped (IMB).
escaped in a boat5m in length. Port authority was informed (IMB).
escaped in a boat waiting with eight accomplices. Stolen stores were recovered (IMB).
escaped in a motor boat.
escaped, in an unlit boat with ship's equipment. Authorities were notified (IMB).
escaped in a sampan.
ESCAPED IN A SMALL BOAT.
escaped in a waiting boat.
escaped in their boat.
escaped in their boat. An inspection showed three container seals were tampered with, but nothing stolen (IMB).
escaped in their boat when alarm sounded and crew mustered.
escaped in their boat with ship's stores.
escaped in their boat with the stolen items.
escaped in their speedboat. The Master and officer on the bridge were unable to activate the SSAS, as they were under close observation of the pirates. No crew members were injured. This incident was reported to the Coastal State Authorities (IMO
escaped in the waiting boat. Duty AB released himself and raised the alarm.
escaped in the waiting boat. Nothing stolen.
escaped. Jamaican authorities informed. No injuries to crew (IMB).
escaped. Master broadcast a securtity alert message to all ships in the vicinity and tried to call Balongan radio but received no response.
escaped. Master heaved up anchor and proceeded to open sea to drift. Port control informed (IMB).
escaped. No injury to the crew was reported (IMB).
escaped on two boats.
escaped. Port maritime authority notified. No injury to crew or any damage to vessel.
escaped. The port control and coast guard were informed (IMB).
escaped. The remaining nine crewmembers were reported to be safe and in transit to Onne.
escaped. The tug's color had been changed from black and white to orange and white. The same tug was reported stolen and recovered during July 2003. It will reportedly be restored to its Singapore owner soon (IMB, LM).
escaped towards the accomodation. The robbers opened fire an the master. Luckily, the master escaped unhurt. While searching and looting the accomodation, the robbers took as hostage, the 2nd officer, one A/B and the cook. The three hostages were
escaped unnoticed. Theft of stores noticed during the subsequent security rounds by duty personnel. Port authorities and other ships in vicinity were notified.
escaped. Upon investigation the crew discovered the paint locker was broken into and the ship's stores stolen.
escaped. Vessels requested to be caution advised.
escaped when a seaman raised alarm (IMB).
escaped with a mooring line.
escaped with engine spares.
escaped with engine spares. No injuries to crew.
escaped with ship's stores and equipment.
escaped with ships stores. Pilot station and port authority informed (IMB).
escaped with ships stores. Port control responded after three hours and asked master to contact agents (IMB).
ESCAPED WITH STORES AND EQUIPMENT.
escaped with the stolen ship stores. Port control was informed. (IMB)
ESCAPED WITH TWO MOORING ROPES AND ONE FIREMAN'S OUTFIT. NO INJURIES TO CREW WERE REPORTED.
escape (LM: Khaleej Times).
escaping (IMB).
escaping in their boat .
escaping in their boat. Note: Case is nearly identical to 27 Dec incident at same port.
escaping (Risk Intelligence/MaRisk).
Escavos River.
ESTIMATED AT 20,000 CYPRUS POUNDS.
ETHIOPIA. THE SHIP WAS HIT BY SEVERAL ROCKETS, APPARENTLY BY REBELS OF THE ERITREAN PEOPLES LIBERATION FRONT (EPLF). THE SHIP SANK. ANOTHER SHIP ATTEMPTED TO RESCUE THE CREW BUT CAME UNDER FIRE FROM ASSAILANTS ON LAND AND WAS FORCED TO RETREAT. THE CREW
euros. The captain was ordered to empty the vessel?s safe. They also robbed the nine passengers of jewelry. Artworks were also taken from the vessel. No injuries to crew or damage to vessel. The Coastguard stated that it was very rare for such an attack
evasive action and crew activated fire hoses whereupon the boats moved toward another ship (NFI) (IMB).
evasive action. One of the boats was hit on the starboard bow. The emergency alarm was raised and a search carried out. Two persons were found onboard and no one was injured. No arms were found on the them, however they were carrying mobile phones.
evasive action. The coalition forces sent a helicpter to the location. After 10 minutes, pirates aborted their attack.
evasive maneuvers and avoided the attack (IMB).
evasive maneuvers and contacted a nearby warship for assistance. The owners informed they had lost contact with the vessel and that it was no longer moving. The crew reportedly locked theselves in the rudder room and pirates were onboard. No further
evasive maneuvers and crew mustered in the safe room except the bridge team. Later the pirates aborted the attack and moved away.
evasive maneuvers and escaped the attack (IMB).
evasive maneuvers and illuminating ship's decks and the pursuing boats with searchlights, the container ship turned out to sea and pursuit ceased after about twenty minutes.
evasive maneuvers and increased speed while sending out an SSAS alert. Effective counter measures prevented further attacks (IMB, LM: Allafrica.com).
evasive maneuvers and pursuit was broken off (IMB).
evasive maneuvers and the boat gave up its pursuit. The unidentified research ship was apparently unaffected (IMB).
evasive maneuvers. Boats moved away at 0505 UTC (IMB).
evasive maneuvers, increased its speed, and crew mustered. Thirty minutes later, the boats retreated and regrouped closer to the mother vessel 10NM on a parallel course. Four hours later, the boats moved away (IMB).
evasive maneuvers, increased speed and avoided the boarding.
evasive maneuvers, increased speed and enforced anti-piracy measures. The skiffs aborted the attempt after chasing the vessel for 25 minutes.
evasive maneuvers, informed ships in the vicinity and contacted coalition warships for assistance. The crew mustered and activated counter-piracy measures. A coalition helicopter arrived and the men in the skiff aborted the attack. No injuries to the
evasive maneuvers made the pirates abort the attempt.
evasive maneuvers. Pirates abandoned the attempt after chasing more than an hour, with no injuries to the crew. (IMB)
evasive maneuvers taken by the Master.
evasive maneuvers to avoid boarding. Boats operate din two groups of three each. Tanker reportedly outran its pursuers at 16 knots aided by sea conditions. This report parallels others in recent months in which suspicious activity is assumed to be
evasive maneuvers to prevent boarding and reduce casualties to crew and ship. The master informed the managers who in turn contacted the Piracy Reporting Centre for assistance. authorities for assistance. The authorities instructed their local units to
evasive manoeuvres. Due to the evasive manoeuvres, pirates aborted the attempted attack.
evasvie maneuvers and locked all access to the ship. All crew except Master and Chief engineer entered into the engine room. When pirates boarded the vessel the Master and Cheng retreated into the engine room. A naval helicopter responded to the distress
eventually broke away and fled the scene. An Iranian warship arrived on scene in about 20 minutes followed by a coalition helicopter later (Operator, IMB).
everything of value. The victims proceeded to Porlamar, where they reported the attack to the local authorities (LM: noonsite.com).
EXACT QUANTITY OF STOLEN CARGO WAS UNKNOWN. AT NIGHT, A CONSTANT WATCH WAS MAINTAINED ON BOARD CONSISTING OF AN OFFICER ON THE BRIDGE AND TWO CREW MEMBERS STATIONED ON DECK OUTSIDE THE VESSEL'S ACCOMMODATION. DESPITE THE POSTED WATCH, THE ATTACKS COULD
EXCELLENT ENGLISH. CHIEF ENGINEER WAS BOUND AND HIS ROOM SEARCHED FOR VALUABLES TO STEAL. THE ROBBERY ON BOARD THE M/V RANGER TOOK PLACE DESPITE EXTRA SECURITY MEASURES THAT WERE IN PLACE. ANOTHER INCIDENT OF PIRACY TOOK PLACE SAME DAY APROX SAME TIME
extreme caution.
face masks. Duty officer raised alarm, mustered crew, and activated fire hoses. Boats followed ship but later moved away (IMB).
facilities in the remote Cawthorne Channel. Approximately 25 Nigerians working for a contractor to Royal Dutch Shell were abducted during the attack. Hijackers discharged the barges at Billie and the 25 workers are being held in that village (REUTERS
facility, before they used dynamite to hit 10 pipes. A MEND spokesman confirmed that the group was responsible for the attack. According to the spokesman, 18 militants in two gunboats were involved in the attack. About 20 workers were injured in the fire
failed to penetrate inside the ship. The crew acted in strict compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) in this emergency situation. The fire was localized. There were no injuries to the crew and no goods were
fairway buoy. Master took evasive measures and craft moved away. The blue boat is similar to the one described in the 24 May incidents, see below) ONI NOTE: In all, 4 similar incidents, occurring between 24 May and 10 Jun, were reported the week of 12
Faliron was carrying 500 passengers including european and american tourists. The gunmen randomly discharged their automatic weapons and tossed hand grenades onto the deck and at the ferry's smoke stack, killing at least nine people and wounding about
Federation of Mariners has recognized the risk and danger of piracy in this region.
feet, made him lie down on deck and started lowering the mooring ropes. The AB managed to free his feet and ran aft for help and to inform the duty officer. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered on the forecastle. The pirates managed to escape with
ferry routinely sails from the Bulgarian Ruse to the Ukrainian port of Reni. According to passengers who usually travel that route, such attacks are not rare. The crew speculates the thieves could be listening to their radio channels when they report
few rounds at the ship when it refused to stop. The assailants broke off the pursuit when seeing "a strong compliment of crew". The Mumbai Coast Guard were activated.
FIDEL EXPRESS ON 17 JULY 97.
FIFTEEN MINUTES.
fighting on the Jaffna Peninsula becomes stalemated, LTTE forces can be expected to launch diversionary attacks throughout Sri Lanka and possibly involving port facilities and ships.
Filipinos and one Bulgarian. The pirates released the vessel on 5 November after siphoning off part of the cargo. (IMB, Open Source)
fired 20shots to force open master's cabin door. Pirates fired two shots at Master, killing him, thenremoved ship's safe from the cabin. The pirates then tried to enter Chief Engineer's cabin.During this the Chief Engineer attempted to escape through
FIRED A DISTRESS FLARE. THE SECOND ATTEMPT INVOLVED JUMPING INTO THE WATER ALONGSIDE THE SHIP AND TRYING TO REMOVE ITS ANTI-CATHODIC ZINC ANODES. LOCAL POLICE REPORTEDLY CONFISCATED THE THIEVES' BOATS ALTHOUGH THE PERPETRATORS ESCAPED.
fired a flare (IMB).
fired a rocket flare. Boarding was averted (IMB).
fired automatic weapons on the ship injuring three crew members. The injured were later sent ashore for medical treatment.
fired a warning shot. Personnel in the skiff returned fire with an RPG, which did not hit the ship. Crew mustered in the citadel with exception of bridge team. Skiff reportedly aborted attack at this point. (Operator)
fired a warning shot. The pirates returned fire with AK-47s. The exchange of fire lasted for about twenty minutes before the pirates aborted the attack and moved away.
fired flares at the boats and directed searchlights at them. Pilot on board called Coast Guard who did not respond. After several attempts boarding was abandoned (IMB).
fired in the air. When boat was at 1.5NM away, a second rocket parachute was fired off. When the boat was approximately 300 meters away, they fired a 3rd parachute. The pursuit was abandoned shortly after that (IMB, Operator).
fired on the tanker to make it stop.
fired rocket flares at the boat and the pirates aborted the attempt.
fired several shots at crew and stole a dinghy. No injuries reported.
fired. The pirates aborted the attack after CHOPIN increased speed and engaged in evasive maneuvers. (ONI)
fired two warning shots. Master informed Coast Guard which sent a boat to investigate (IMB).
fired upon the ship. Master made evasive maneuvers and prevented the boarding.
fired upon the vessel. A short firefight took place between the pirates and an armed protection team, but the pirates aborted the attack. (ONI, UKMTO)
fired warning shot, resulting in the skiff aborting the attempt and moving towards a suspected green and white hulled mother vessel in the vicinity.
fired warning shots and the skiffs moved away (Mercury).
fired warning shots at the boat and the pirates returned fire. The alarm was sounded and the crew mustered. The vessel maneuvered and was chased for approximately 15 minutes. The suspicious craft later moved away (Operator, IMB, UKMTO).
fired warning shots resulting in the pirates aborting the attack.
fired warning shots resulting in the pirates aborting the attack and moving away..
fired warning shots resulting in the pirates aborting the attempted attack and moving away.
fired warning shots. The dhow continued its approach and ignored the warning shots. Two armed pirates hiding under a blanket fired upon the ship. There was an exchange of fire between the onboard security team and the pirates until the attack was
FIRE-FIGHTING WATER CANNONS TO SPRAY THE SIDES OF THE SPEED BOAT, DISRUPTING THE PIRATES' ATTEMPTS TO BOARD. AFTERWARD, THE FRENCH WARSHIP (JEAN DE VIENNE) ARRIVED AND ARRESTED ALL TEN PIRATES.
fire from armed pirates about 100 miles off the Yemen coast. The ship is believed to have been en route from Southeast Asia with a cargo of timber. The vessel has a crew of 28 Thai nationals (Operator, UKMTO, IMB, TW).
fire hoses and ship increased speed. Incident is near shore in Aceh Province. This could be equally attributable to Free Aceh Movement rebels or to Indonesian troops enforcing Indonesia'sban, on ship's trading in Aceh waters without permits (IMB, ONI).
fire hoses and sounded ship's whistle (IMB).
fire hoses. Boats dropped back but continued to follow. Master increased speed and after 10 minutes the boats stopped following (IMB).
fire hoses. One of the speedboats chased the vessel for about one mile. Seeing the alert crew and the aggressive maneuvers the men stopped chasing the ship. Later, the master noticed another five boats waiting in the vicinity of the ship. The master
fire hose, sounded the ship?s siren and undertook evasive maneuvers. Subsequently, the boats aborted the attempt. One of the boats was noted to have ladder rigged in its bow. The heavy rain and bad weather may have prevented the boats from coming
fire hoses. The boats abandoned the chase at 2200 UTC (IMB).
fire hoses. The boats then withdrew (IMB).
fire hoses. The pirates aborted the attempt due to the evasive action taken by the ship.
fire hoses whereupon the intruders fled.
fire on the vessel. Bullets hit the accommodation. Pilot notified the incident to the Iranian coast guard and port security officer. No casualties reported (IMB, Operator).
fire on the vessel. The skiffs approached the vessel from the starboard side at approximately 25-30 knots and were spotted by extra bridge lookouts at a distance of 3NM. At that time the skiffs were not yet picked up on radar. The vessel increased speed,
fire on the vessel underway. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers and contacted nearby warships for assistance, who later intercepted the skiff. The vessel sustained damages from gunfire (IMB, CMF).
fire wire, stole ship's properties and escaped. The incident was reported to the local agent and the port authorities.
fish and the boats' fuel (INFO).
FISHERMEN AND BLOWN UP A NUMBER OF FISHING VESSELS. A NUMBER OF PIRATES USE THREATS TO FORCE FISHERMAN INTO SELLING THEIR FISH AT REDUCED PRICES. CHINESE OFFICALS HAVE CAUGHT SIX PIRATE SHIPS BASED IN THE FUJIAN PROVINCE DURING MAY AND JUNE OF 1988.
FISHERMEN ESCAPED WHEN THEY JUMPED OVERBOARD. THE PIRATES STOLE THE VESSEL AND THE FISHERMEN'S CATCH.
fishermen selling fish and other items. It was later discovered that ship stores were stolen from the forward stores. Crew was not able to contact port control. (IMB)
FISHERMEN WHO WERE ABDUCTED WITH THEIR BOAT IN THE STRAITS OF MALACCA, BETWEEN MALAYSIA AND SUMATRA.
fishing boat crew waved and acted friendly until they drew close, when they produced weapons and began firing. The crew returned fire with their own guns and the fishing boat retreated. There is no area of the Somali coast where it is safe to anchor or
fishing nets.
fishing net(s). Next, all of a sudden they changed and started asking for water and food. The master decided to alter course in order to maintain his distance, from the suspicious vessels (IMB).
FISHING VESSEL JUNQUITO AND ON THE SPANISH NAVAL PATROL SHIP TAGO MAGO . TWO SAILORS DIED IN THAT INCIDENT. THE ABOVE POSITION IS A GENERALIZATION. THE STATED AGGRESSOR IS A MEDIA ASSUMPTION. SEE SPECIAL WARNING 69.
fishing vessels and ordered them to stop. They boarded and hijacked the vessels to possibly use as motherships. The three Thai vessels have 77 total crewmembers onboard (AP, IMB, Operator).
fishing vessel was hijacked and the crew of one Somali and about 20 Ukrainian crewmen were taken hostage.On 25 March one of the seized ships was apparently identified as the 5,916-ton Belize-flag cargo ship, Salwah, which was reported stopped 14 March in
five 40-foot containers had been broached. Contents of some of the containers were found abandoned on deck. Port advises container vessels and others with low freeboard to stay away from anchorages while awaiting berths.
five masked persons dressed in black clothes. Boats came close to the stern; so, alert crew mustered and master altered the vessels course. Small boats then moved away. ONI Comment: The location, distance from shore, time of day, and large number of
five minutes. Then at 0338 UTC, the vessel came under fire again from two skiffs with five persons onboard each, with gun shots striking the bridge of the vessel. The vessel continued at a speed of 15 knots, while employing barbed wire and hoses to evade
five mooring lines. Crew raised alarm and informed port control Port authorities promptly apprehended the thieves and recovered the lines.
five women and brutally raped and tortured them. The women were later rescued by the Nigerian military after receiving a distress call (BBC, LM: Afriquejet).
flag; (KABAN), 2,900 tons, Antigua & Barbuda flag. No reason for the ship detentions has been stated by Yugoslav authorities. In all cases the ships were allowed to proceed to Bar to discharge cargo.
FLAG. THIS DESCRIPTION IS CONSISTENT WITH KNOWN HIGH-SPEED, LOW-OBSERVABLE SMUGGLING BOATS OPERATING IN THE SOUTH CHINA SEA AND THIS, COUPLED WITH THE DAYLIGHT "APPROACH" MAKES IT MOST LIKELY THAT THE SHIP ENCOUNTERED A SMUGGLING BOAT IN TRANSIT.
flares and axes, without injury to the crew. Master informed port control and a naval vessel arrived to investigate (IMB, INFO).
flares and it sped away (IMB).
FLARES AT THE INTRUDERS TO CHASE THEM AWAY.
flares. Pirates aborted the attept.
fled.
fled, after firing several shots when crew raised alarm. No crew struck but bullets hit vessel bulwarks (IMB).
FLED EMPTY-HANDED. WARNING WAS BROADCAST TO OTHER SHIPS IN AREA AND A SECOND SHIP REPORTED THEFT OF MOORING LINES DURING AFTERNOON MEAL BREAK. PORT AUTHORITIES DID NOT RESPOND AND IT WAS CLAIMED NO ONE AT PORT COULD SPEAK ENGLISH.
fled (IMB).
fled in a blue wooden boat with four other men after being sighted. Crew conducted aUNCLASSIFIED search and found that there was no breach of security. (Commercial Sources)
fled in a wooden boat after stealing some unidentified cargo from the holds.
fled leaving behind the bike (IMB).
fled when the ship's alarm was raised.
fled without stealing anything.
fleeing in a boat with white hull.
foiled by the Nigerian Navy, who responded to the distress call. All seven pirates were captured, with no injuries to the crew.
followed the ship for twenty-five minutes before moving away.
followed the vessel at a distance of 1-3 cables astern. Later the skiffs aborted the attempt and moved away.
FOLLOWED UNTIL ROUGH SEAS MADE FURTHER PURSUIT IMPOSSIBLE.
following and moved off (IMB).
following day. Two crewmembers were injured during the hijacking and were treated by a coalition warship (IMB, AP).
follow the ship and aborted the attempt. UKMTO Dubai was informed.
food aid cargo bound for Bar, as well as military cargo destined for Israel and Egypt, when approximately seven Yugoslav soldiers, armed with automatic weapons, boarded the vessel.The armed Yugoslav military personnel who boarded the Delaware Bay
food and ship's supplies, after threatening the crew. The 35 persons were arrested, when they tried to sell the stolen goods (INFO).
foodstuffs for a Somali businessman (LL, REUTERS, LM).
FOR 5 DAYS BEFORE RELEASING THE YACHT AND CREW. THE YACHT WAS IN AN INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING LANE KNOWN AS THE OLD BAHAMA CHANNEL WHEN SHE WAS INTERCEPTED.
FOR A FEW MINUTES.
for assistance. The pirates aborted the attempt.
for assistance. The two skiffs eventually abandoned their pursuit (IMB).
for assistance. The two skiffs eventually broke off attacks after unsuccessfully attempting to board the vessel (IMB, ONI).
force 07.
FORCED THEIR WAY INTO MASTER'S CABIN AND STOLE PERSONAL POSSESSIONS, ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT AND SHIP'S CASH BEFORE LEAVING AT 0410.
forced their way onto bridge, ordered duty officer to shut down all comms, took master hostage, threatened and manhandled the crew. The robber's took cash form ship's safe, crew belongings, and ship's property. Themaster and third officer suffered
forced themselves into the forecastle store, stole the ship's stores, and escaped. (IMB)
FORCED THE SHIP TO RAICHAK AND DEMANDED THAT THE LOG CARGO BE DISCHARGED THERE. THE ATTACKERS ALSO DEMANDED WORK, CLAIMING THEY WERE UNEMPLOYED LABORERS FROM DIAMOND HARBOR. CAPTAIN AND PILOT RESCUED BY LOCAL POLICE WHO SAID THIS IS THE FIRST FOREIGN
forced to work under armed supervision. The master reports suspicion that armed guards were responsible for cargo pilferage.
forces in the area. A helicopter was dispatched from a German warship, disarming the pirates and confiscating their weapons. The pirates were not detained or arrested. One crew member onboard the (WADI AL-ARAB) was shot in the attack and later airlifted
forcing master to open his cabin door. Master and cadet's hands were then tied while the thieves stole ship's cash and persona effects and cash. Master and cadet were forced to accompany thieves to poop deck where the thieves jumped overboard and escaped
forecastle. As officers and crew arrived on the forecastle to investigate, the crewman assigned to patrol the area was found lying between the two forward hatches. He explained that he had been attacked by six to seven intruders whilst making his rounds.
forecastle deck passing ship stores to the other robbers in the boat. On seeing the alert crew, the robber jumped overboard and escaped with the ship stores. The forward booby hatch lock was found broken. The IMP PRC was notified who then liaised with
forecastle door's padlock was broken. He informed the watch officer who raised the alarm. Crew mustered and assembled in forecastle. Upon seeing crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's properties and stores in their wooden
forecastle. Robbers escaped seeing crew alertness. Port control informed and they advised master to leave anchorage at night time and drive a minimum of five miles off shore (IMB).
forecastle. Seeing alert crew the robbers escaped with stolen ship stores. (IMB)
forecastle store. Alert duty crew noticed the robbers and raised the alarm, resulting in the robbers escaping empty handed. Port control was informed.
forecastle store. Intruders left soon after being spotted and investigation revealed loss of electrical equipment, tools, 150 liters of paint, and a life raft. A second ship was reported attacked while alongside its berth during the night of 12-13 Jul
forecastle store. The incident is linked to a similar theft 24 Apr 2000, also at Callao anchorage.
forecastle. They stole personal effects of the Bosun, then broke into the forward locker and stole ship's stores. The robbers were noticed by the Master and crew, who raised the alarm resulting in the robbers escaping.
foreign language. Master raised alarm, all crew mustered and anti piracy measures enforced. After following the vessel for 25 minutes, the boats aborted the attempt and moved away.
formation of his yachts and took precautionary measures. The small boat moved to the stern of the formation and was later joined by another larger boat and they followed the formation at a range of one mile. The yachts sent a distress message via VHF
FOR MORE MONEY. A NEARBY TRAWLER, THE SHF 1141, DELIVERED A RANSOM OF US $10,800. THE PIRATES ESCAPED WITH THE MONEY AND THE TRAWLER'S CATCH. THE MASTER IDENTIFIED THE PIRATES AS INDONESIAN. NO INJURIES TO THE FISHERMEN WERE REPORTED.
for navigation lights and stores from the barge.
for one hour.
for ten minutes. Person in boat claimed they were Mexican navy but ship increased speed and maneuvered denying boat the opportunity to come alongside.
for their boats which had been destroyed by the Nigerian Navy. Hostages were freed 4 Apr. Although once a common occurrence, this type of hostage taking by militant Nigerian youths had not occurred since 15 Nov, 2001.
for their colleagues to board the ship easily. Two robbers entered the accommodation, while the others looked for stores to rob on deck. Due to the crew vigilance, the robbers were spotted and chased away. Nothing was stolen. Agents were informed but no
for the next two days. This area will remain at high risk for at least the next 24-48 hours.
for the ship. Master raised alarm and crew mustered. The approaching boat reduced speed and moved away. The speedboat was 7 to 8 meters in length, white hull, one dark outboard motor, dark sunroof, and had four to six persons wearing dark clothes (IMB).
forward and stole ship's stores.
forward duty watch who raised the alarm and retreated into the accommodation. The crew mustered and went forward to check. Upon seeing the crew, the robber jumped overboard and escaped with ship's equipment. Attempts to contact local authorities were
found 13 Aug off Koh Lanta, Thailand (IMB).
found the vessel safe. The crew regained control of the vessel.
four accomplices (IMB).
FOUR CENTIMETER HOLE WAS MADE AT THE STERN ABOUT 1.5 METERS ABOVE THE WATER LINE AND DAMAGES ARE ESTIMATED AT $10,000. THE 2,717-TON PANAMANIAN FLAG TANKER (MOUNTAIN) WAS REPORTEDLY ALSO ATTACKED BY RPG 11 OCT WHILE DOCKED AT PANACAN. PHILIPPINE POLICE
FOUR CREWMEMBERS ONBOARD WERE HELD BY THE GUNMEN. THE FOURTH JUMPED OVERBOARD AND WAS RESCUED BY A PASSING BOAT. THE GUNMEN ORDERED THE CREWMEMBERS TO STEER THE BOAT TOWARDS PHILIPPINE TERRITORIAL WATERS. UNQUOTE.
FOUR FISHERMEN SURVIVED THE ATTACK.
four knives boarded the tanker from a speedboat. The robbers entered the engine room and tied up two crew members. One of the engineers spotted the robbers and informed the duty officer who reported the incident to the master. The master activated the
FOUR OFFICERS ARE BRITISH AND THE REST ARE ARAB. THE CREW ARE FROM BANGLEDESH. THE SHIP IS ABOUT 23,800 TONS AND WAS CARRYING GENERAL CARGO. ACCORDING TO THE WASHINGTON TIMES OF 15 OR 16 JULY 1985, THE AL-MUHARRAQ WAS DISCHARGED BY THE IRANIANS.
four pirates. The skiff came alongside and the pirates attempted to board the vessel. Evasive maneuvers were utilized such as increasing speed, raising the alarm, and all crew mustering on the bridge. Pirates launched gun fire on the vessel's
four pirates. The vessel enforced anti-piracy measures, made evasive maneuvers and two armed guards were placed on the stbd and port bridge wings. Upon seeing the armed guards the skiffs aborted the attack and moved away.
four robbers boarded and started lowering ship's stores from deck. Alert crew mustered and robbers escaped empty handed (IMB).
Four robbers boarded the tanker via the STS fenders, entered the bridge and took the Master to his cabin and stole ship's cash and personal belongings. Later the duty officer was taken to his cabin as well as all the other crew cabins and stole crew
four to five men departing the barge on two sampans. Four containers on the barge were broken into, and some items were missing. (ReCAAP)
freeboard. Later the skiff moved away.
frigate (RHEINLAND-PFALZ). The vessel managed to evade the pirates, who were later detained and arrested by the German navy (IMB, AFP).
from a "Ponga" patrol boat with a 75-hp motor and the name (Lidya) on the bow. Following payment of the ransom the kidnapped son of the boat's owner was returned.
FROM A SHOTGUN WHEREUPON THE ATTACKERS FLED.
from a small boat using a hooked bamboo pole. Ship's alarm was sounded and, as they fled, one of the intruders fired a gunshot. Ship then heaved anchor and proceeded seawards.Upon inspection it was found that four containers had been opened and two had
FROM AS MANY AS 12 MOTORIZED PIROUGUES, TOOK COMPUTERS, FURNISHINGS, AND OTHER ELECTRONIC GEAR AND SHUTTLED THEIR LOOT ASHORE TO AT LEAST THREE FISHING VILLAGES BEFORE CREW MEMBERS REALIZED WHAT WAS HAPPENING. SENEGALESE POLICE REPORTEDLY MADE UP TO
from a speedboat. They stole S$17,000 cash and four mobile phones before escaping. No injuries to crew (IMB, ReCAAP).
from boat which struck electronic chart console on bridge. Boat departed and no injuries reported to crew.
FROM CRAFT.
FROM HER STARBOARD BEAM AT 0900 GMT. THE SHIP WAS NINE MILES OFFSHORE, HEADED TOWARDS BAB-AL-MANDAB AT THE MOUTH OF THE RED SEA. THE REASON FOR THESE MISSILE FIRINGS, WHETHER INTENTIONAL OR ACCIDENTAL, IS NOT CLEAR, AND NO ONE HAS YET CLAIMED
from its starboard side. Two skiffs closed within a distance of 200 meters from the tanker and the armed security team fired warning shots, resulting in the skiffs aborting their attempt.
FROM SANTOS TO RIO DE JANIERO.
from ship, after which they escaped in a boat with three accomplices (IMB).
from ship's safe, ship's property, and crew belongings before escaping (IMB).
from Singapore to Mumbai, India when the incident occurred 30 nm from Sumatra and 90 nm from Penang (INFO, LM).
from the Nigerian Air Force. The Nigerian forces surrounded the tanker in the Niger Delta region. The pirates attempted to flee the tanker when night fell, but were intercepted. During the ensuing gun battle 12 pirates were killed and 4 were captured. No
from the port quarter. The vessel increased speed to maximum and conducted evasive maneuvers to put a wake between the vessel and the boats. The boats approached to within 0.5 miles before stopping, and then began drifting (Operator, IMB).
from the sea-side . Within a period of ten minutes they boarded the vessel, opened two containers, and tossed several packages into their boats. The police were informed and arrived to investigate the thefts. No injuries were reported during the
from the ship on the starboard side. The forward skiff broke off from the group and approached the ship at a speed of 20-25 knots. The vessel?s Master and security team were both informed. The alarm was raised, fire hoses and SSAS activated. UKMTO and
from the ship's forecastle store. The robbers escaped in a waiting boat. The duty AB released himself and raised the alarm (IMB).
from the water. Three survivors were rescued by fishermen after 17 hours in the water. The boat was recovered2 Jun abandoned in the Sarstoon River in Guatemala near the border. No motive has been suggested for the hijack.
Front (MILF) set off four explosions in the southern Mindanao city of General Santos. General Santos is a small port with a single terminal, serving primarily the Agrotex Oil Mill which processes edible oils for the U.S.-based Cargill Corporation.
front of them. The captain raised the alarm, increased speed, and conducted evasive maneuvering. The suspicious craft then stopped and passed along the vessels port beam half a mile away. Five armed men were spotted in the boat. The vessel tried to
Further detail awaits.
Furthermore, the attack has taken place further from the coast than any before. Still onboard the ship are 25 crewmen. The vessel, owned by Saudi Arabian interests, was thought to be carrying a cargo of oil when she was hijacked on 15-NOV-2008. Position
further reporting is pending (AFP).
futile (IMB).
futile. Owers CSO contacted IMB PRC for assistance. Central relayed message to authorities requesting assistance. Later, robbers escaped with stolen ship's stores.
gain access to the accommodation and made their way the bridge. The assailants took Chief Officer hostage and fired three shots at other crew members. The Captain acceded to the robbers' demands and came out of his cabin. The thieves stole cash, bonded
gained access to the ship using a grappling hook. When approached by the crew the attacker fled to the speedboat which abandoned pursuit.
galley areas. The pirates ransacked the ship and stole crew cash, personal effects, and ship's cash and property. They took hostage the Ship's Master and Chief Engineer and escaped. The ship informed the local authorities through the agents and sailed to
gave up the chase. A coalition warship proceeded to render assistance.
gave up the chase. Details of this incident indicate that rather than piracy the fishing boats may have been firing in retaliation for actual or perceived damaged to fishing nets.
general alarm, crew alerted and sea water thrown against pirates by fire hoses. The pirates attempted three times to board the vessel unsuccessfully. After ten minutes the speed boat left and the attack was aborted. The master tried to call CMF by phone
GENERAL ALARM RAISED BUT ASSAILANTS STOLE SHIPS STORES BEFORE FLEEING. A NAVAL BOAT ARRIVED TO ASSIST AND TREAT THE INJURED OFFICER.
general alarm was raised and fog horn was sounded. The Chief Officer directed a fire hose at the speedboat. The persons in the boat signaled to reduce speed while pointing an RPG at the Chief Officer. The Chief Officer dropped the fire hose and entered
general cargo ship and boarded it. The crew members entered into the citadel and locked it from inside. They contacted the authorities for assistance. When pirates could not sail the ship, they damaged the ship and abandoned it. The next day, the master
general cargo ship (IZUMI) Vessel was escorting World Food Program shipment to Mombasa. The spanish warship increased speed and maneuvered in order to place herself between the pirated ship and her escort. The attack was foiled without injury or damage
generally result in ransom demands for the kidnapped crew (IMB, ONI).
generator spares. The fourth engineer spotted the robbers as they left the engine room and raised the alarm. (IMB)
Gonzalez responded to a distress call from the master and came close to assist. The USS Gonzalez fired parachute flares and .50 caliber machine guns, directed searchlights to illuminate the area, and escorted the bulk carrier to a safer location, away
government has been engaged to negotiate for the release of the vessel (INFO).
GOVERNMENTS. THE BEST LINE OF DEFENSE IS TO KEEP PIRATES FROM GETTING ON BOARD BECAUSE THEY (PIRATES) ARE OFTEN HEAVILY ARMED AND CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS ONCE THEY ARE ON BOARD. RESISTANCE TO PIRATES ONCE ON BOARD IS NOT RECOMENDED. THE PIRATES OFTEN KNOW
greaser in the engine room and stole ship's engine parts. The watch officer spotted them and raised the alarm to muster the crew, but the robbers managed to escape (ReCAAP, IMB).
green with a wide turquoise stripe over and a narrow red stripe separating the green from the turquoise. The boat displayed the name AMGUNA on the stern and MOSS on the bow. The attackers came alongside and asked for water. When the captain attempted to
GRENADE. A SECOND LARGER BOAT WAS OBSERVED IN THE VICINITY BUT COULD ONLY ACHIEVE 8 KNOTS. THE ALERT MARINERS TOOK APPROPRIATE ANTI-PIRACY MEASURES AND ESCAPED WITH NO DAMAGE TO THE VESSEL, CREW OR CARGO.
grey boat, fired shots at the superstructure and ordered the ship to stop. Master sounded alarm, blew ship's whistle, and began evasive maneuvers and the boat withdrew (IMB).
grounding, were released on payment of ransom by the vessel's owners.
GROUP. INCREASED NAVAL PATROLS HAVE RESULTED.
group of boats reportedly attempted to approach but master undertook evasive maneuvers and there was no boarding (IMB).
group, one skiff approached the tanker at high speed. Alarm sounded and non-essential crew retreated to the citadel. As the skiff approached, weapons and a ladder were sighted onboard. The armed security team fired one warning shot resulting in the skiff
Guadalcanal Island between 10-00S 159-30E and 10-00S 161-00E due to possible hostile acts from shore.
Guard. After one hour the boats broke off the chase and sped toward the coast.
guard boarded the vessel for inspection.
guard informed the bridge, who then raised the alarm and mustered the crew. Local authorities were then informed. The robbers broke open the bosun store door and escaped with ship's stores before the patrol boat arrived on location (IMB).
guards fired warning shots (IMB).
Guard (SLCG) was informed and sent out a patrol boat to investigate the suspicious activity. It was found that three Somali nationals in a small outboard craft, dressed like locals in shirts and trousers, armed with AK-47s, hijacked a Yemeni fishing
guards on board another tanker alongside exchanged fire with the pirates resulting in the pirates aborting the attempted attack and moving away.
guards onboard the vessel repelled the attack by firing back over the heads of the men in the skiffs, forcing them to flee. All crewmembers were unharmed (IMB, AFP).
Guard was informed (IMB).
guard was informed. Two patrol boats arrived and detained the robbers' skiff (IMB).
gunboat's order to take a tow into port and drifted into Moroccan territorial waters.
GUNFIRE LASTED TEN MINUTES BEFORE BEING BROKEN OFF.
gunmen began firing at them. One teen, identified as Ramlakhan, was shot on the palm of his hand. According to Kendal Williams, 14, the gunmen fired at least five shots at them before they turned their vessel around and headed in the opposite direction
gunmen came across the oil supply vessel and kidnapped its U.S. captain in an apparent opportunistic attack, according to a navy spokesman. A leader of the MEND claimed responsibility, Royal Dutch Shell also confirmed the attack, giving no details. The
gunpoint to sit down below the hatch coaming. Thieves then began to pilfer the contents of one container stowed on deck, lowering the cargo onto a motorboat alongside the vessel. In the meantime the legitimate stevedores continued their operations
guns and the other had two men. They opened fire aiming for the bridge. Boats came close to ship and persons inside attempted to board. Ship increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. Boats stopped chase and returned to mother ship. ONI Note: The
gunshots. No injuries to crew. Several fishing boats were in the vicinity (IMB).
gunshots with the Nigerian naval personnel onboard. The general alarm was activated and the crew mustered at the designated muster station. The robber's boat eventually left after 20 minutes. There was no injury to the crew or items stolen.
had just boarded chased the intruders. The thieves broke open stern locker and stole safety equipment. Coast Guard was informed but was unable to apprehend the thieves (IMB).
handed. At 0300 Indonesian coast guard boarded to investigate and remained on board, until the pilot boarded to take the ship to its berth (IMB).
handed.Authorities were informed and marine police arrived for investigation (IMB).
handed (IMB).
handed(IMB).
handed in an orange colored boat. Port authority was informed and came onboard to investigate (IMB).
handed. Master informed authorities and the coast guard arrived for an investigation and patrol of the area (IMB).
handed. Port control and Coast Guard were unable to respond to the incident due to high seas (IMB).
hand-held weapons. Due to evasive maneuvers, the tanker succeeded in evading a boarding. (IMB)
hang a hook with a knotted rope to the ship's rails. After the crew turned on the fire hoses, two men on the boat fired 15?20 shots at the crew on the bridge wing. Men were armed with a shotgun and one pistol. The pirates made another attempt to board
Harardhere, Somalia. (IMB, Reuters)
harbour.
HAS A WHITE SUPERSTRUCTURE, GREY FREEBOARD, GREEN FLATBOTTOM. ANY PERSON, PORT AUTHORITY, CUSTOMS OR TRADERS HAVING ANY INFORMATION ABOUT THE PRESENT LOCATION OF THE VESSEL IS REQUESTED TO CONTACT THE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME BUREAU. TEL 603-201-0014; FAX
hatch number 4. The officer on watch then blew the whistle and called for assistance on VHF 16. The pilot station acknowledged and said they would advise the port authority. The thieves disappeared over the side and made off in an unlighted small boat.
have collected red flags as tokens that they have paid "tolls" to local bandits, who effectively rule the area. At least 10 fishermen have been killed, 60 injured, and 120 abducted while 110 trawlers have been hijacked for non-payment of the tolls during
have kidnapped one person. The vessel continued to port.
have yet been made. ONI Note: It is important for vessels operating off the east cost of Somalia not to be lulled into a false sense of security, due to Coalition presence and the recent arrests of suspected Somali pirates. Vessels should still maintain
having taken on a pilot. Anti-piracy measures were in place with three watchmen at the forecastle and one on the poop. A motorboat was noticed alongside amidships. When the ship's alarm was sounded, three thieves emerged from among the containers and
hawse pipe. They searched the crew member for store room keys and then tied him up. No keys were found, so the robbers broke into the store room. Stevedores on an approaching lighter vessel spotted the robbers and raised the alarm. Seeing the alert crew
head count was taken. The port control and local agents were informed of the incident. A search carried out by the ship?s crew revealed nothing stolen (IMB).
headed directly for the ship. The ship increased its speed and another suspicious boat approached the port bow. The boat chased the vessel and after more than one hour, the suspicious boat reduced its speed and moved away (IMB).
headed toward Surabaya.
headed toward the Somali coastline (AP, UKMTO, EUNAVFOR, ONI).
head when alarm raised. The intruders destroyed a life raft, stole ship's stores and crew belongings, and escaped. Injured crew sent ashore for treatment.
heard a metal knock from the starboard side and saw a metal hook being thrown by one of the men in an attempt to attach to the vessel, but fell off. The watchman informed the bridge and the general alarm was sounded. The vessel conducted evasive
hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped in a wooden boat. All crew are safe and nothing was stolen.
hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped in their waiting boat. During investigation, it was discovered that ship's stores were stolen. Port control was informed.
hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with stolen stores. All crew safe.
heavy rain. They stole four mooring ropes and then escaped. Port control was informed and the coast guard boarded the vessel to investigate (ReCAAP, IMB).
held 2nd officer and 2 seaman at gunpoint. The robbers stole masters property and ships cash from safe and also stole property from Chief Officers cabin. The robbers then escaped in a speedboat. Master and some crew recieved serious injuries. Crew
held by the vessel's crew, they managed to escape on board dug out canoes with the cigarettes before the port police arrived. During a previous call on 3 September the same vessel had a television set, video player and radio stolen whilst in port.
held him at knifepoint. They took away his handheld radio and assaulted him causing serous injuries. Robbers stole ships stores and escaped (IMB).
held hostage (IMB, AP, MSCHOA).
held second officer and master at gunpoint. They fired a shot at the master, narrowly missing his shoulder, and forced him to open the safe. Robbers took the cash, threatened the chief engineer, and escaped at 0315 local time, stealing the ships stores
held theskipper at gun point and took cash, stores, and crew's personal belongings and then escaped (IMB).
helicopter pad, and demanded cash from the company's oil profits. After negotiations, the hijackers departed on 15 Jun at 0945 local time. No injuries to crew (LL, IMB, BBC)
helicopters were dispatched to provide assistance (Operator).
helicopter which approached and fired warning shots at the skiffs, before securing it. One attack skiff managed to escape (ONI).
he raised alarm. Robbers opened eight containers but escaped empty handed (IMB).
hidden behind the winches attacked him with iron pipes. Realizing that all crew had been alerted, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Nothing was stolen (IMB).
HIGH ALERT WITH FIRE HOSES PRESSURIZED, AND SHIP BEGAN ZIG-ZAG MANEUVERING. AFTER TEN MINUTES BOATS BROKE OFF PURSUIT. INCIDENT REPORTED TO UAE COAST GUARD AND OTHER NEARBY VESSELS.
hijacked 28 Mar at 0653 UTC while underway in position 13-35N 057-10E, approximately 190NM southeast of Salalah, Oman. (Commercial Sources)
hijacked by members of the crew. According to Foreign Affairs spokesperson Michel Lu, the crew members included two Taiwanese men, the captain and the chief engineer, and eight mainland Chinese fishermen. Media reports indicated the Japanese authorities
hijacked. No further information is available at this time (AFP, UKMTO).
hijacked the ship has said that they are not pirates but are members of the Ocean Salvation Corps. He stated they are a group of Somali nationals who take it upon themselves to protect Somalia's shores. The name of the vessel is unknown; however, it is
hijacked vessels.
hijackers to release the vessel and broke off the pursuit out, of concern for the safety of the victims. Abdi Garaad Daahir, a militia spokesman contacted by The Associated Press via two-way radio, said fighters from his clan had captured the vessel
hijacking attempt. (ONI, UKMTO)
hijackings, the vessel's identity and description have not been provided to aid in recovery.
hijacking. The vessel reportedly has 13 crewmembers onboard (one Slovak, three Russians and nine Filipinos) and is currently anchored of Eyl. Owners are unable to provide further information, however, they informed that the crew and vessel are safe
him over to authorities.
him to the deck and tied him up. The ship's shore security was already on the vessel and the robbers jumped overboard escaping in a waiting boat with ship property.
him up, stole ship's stores and properties, and escaped. Master received no response after attempting to contact port authorities. (IMB)
him up. The robbers stole ship's stores and escaped. A search of the ship was ordered by the duty deck officer, as the duty deckhand was not answering calls on his radio. Search party found the subdued deckhand and released him. Duty officer attempted to
HIRING A LOCAL POLICEMAN AND ASHORE WATCHMAN BUT NEITHER WAS REPORTED PRESENT AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT.
his face. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship?s stores. The injured security guard later received medical treatment ashore (IMB).
his neck, took his walkie-talkie, and tied him up. The robbers broke the lock of the forward store and began to steal ship?s stores. While the robbers were busy stealing the ship?s stores, the duty crewman managed to free himself and then reported to the
his wife received many injuries, including fractured ribs. The robbers stole cash and valuables before escaping (IMB).
hitting accommodation. Most of crew was in safe room, and four were on the bridge increasing speed and conducting evasive maneuvers. Pirates abandoned attack after 45 minutes. (UKMTO)
hold.
hooks. Alert crew prevented boarding (IMB).
hooks and lines and stole the ship's VHF radio before escaping in a speedboat. RECAAP COMMENT: Ship masters are advised to maintain vigilance at all times and take necessary precautionary measures when operating in the vicinity (ReCAAP).
HOOKS TO SCALE THE SIDE OF THE TANKER. THE NIGERIAN COAST GUARD FAILED TO RESPOND TO CALLS FOR ASSISTANCE.
hooks. Watch raised alarm and crew mustered whereupon the attempt was broken off (IMB).
HOOK. THEY BROKE INTO THE FOC'SLE AND WERE IN THE PROCESS OF CUTTING A LENGTH OF MOORING LINE WHEN SURPRISED BY CREW MEMBERS. FOUR FLED IMMEDIATELY WHILE ONE REMAINED AND ATTACKED A CREW MEMBER WITH A KNIFE BEFORE ALSO FLEEING. NO INJURY REPORTED.
Hormuz. Embarked DoD Force Protection Team determined approaching small boats constituted threat to the CAPE DOUGLAS; fired warning flares and boats did not respond., then fired small arms warning shots into the air and in the water, then fired at the
horn and informed ships in the vicinity via VHF Ch. 16. The robber jumped overboard ad escaped empty handed with his accomplices.
hoses.
hoses activated. Boats followed for 45 minutes before breaking off contact.
hoses and shone searchlights at the boat, which withdrew (IMB).
hoses. Boats remained in vicinity for four hours before moving away (IMB).
hoses (IMB).
hoses, sounded whistle, and began evasive steering. Boat gave up pursuit after about 30 minutes (IMB).
hoses. The pirates ordered the vessel to stop and shot at the vessel with two RPGs and automatic weapons. The master called for Coalition assistance. A coalition warship responded and arrived approximately 15 minutes later, causing the pirates to abort
hoses, whereupon the intruders abandoned the attempt (IMB).
hospital treatment (IMB).
hostage after he tried to stop them, stole ship's stores, and escaped in a wooden fast craft. (IMB)
hostage all the crew members, stole their personal belongings, ordered the Master to sail south, and then north towards the Togo/Benin border. The pirates then disembarked and escaped via a speedboat, 12nm from the coastline. The Togo Navy was informed
hostage all the crew members, tied up their hands, stole their cash and personal belongings, and escaped. One crew member was injured during the altercation.
hostage and proceeded to the master's cabin where they stole cash before escaping. A distress message was sent out by the vessel. (IMB)
hostage, assaulted them, and demanded money. They took crew one by one to their cabins and stole cash and personal belongings. They also stole money from the ship's safe and master's personal belongings. They disembarked in a 5m long wooden boat waiting
hostage a watchman at gunpoint and forced him to lie down on deck. Robbers stole ship's stores and property and escaped (IMB).
hostage. (Commercial Sources)
hostage. (Commercial Sources IMB, UKMTO)
hostage crewmember was injured and sent to shore for medical treatment (IMB).
hostage, demanding a ransom of $800,000. They were held until intercepted by the (USCGC MUNRO-WHEC 724), (HMS INVINCIBLE-R05) and (HMS NOTTINGHAM-D91) at about 1200 local time 17 Mar. One crew member suffered minor injuries and the Somali's were detained
hostage. (IMB)
hostages, proceeded to the Master's cabin, stole ship's cash and escaped. No injury to crew.
hostages. Shell ruled out negotiations with the abductors who are not believed to be related to the local communities who frequently use hostage taking to back up demands for money or amenities such as roads and schools. No mention has been made of any
Hostages were tied up and robbed of their walkie-talkies. Duty officer raised alarm and thieves fled.
Hostage taking has been common in other similar incidents involving the Nigerian oil industry and foreign employees related to labor and revenue sharing issues between the Nigerian government and local tribes. While ransom payments have probably been
hostage the Chief Engineer and 3rd Engineer who did not know the robbers had boarded. The 2nd officer on bridge noticed the robbers and raised the alarm. All crew except the bridge crew, who were guarded by some robbers were taken hostage. They then
hostage. Third mate sounded alarm and pirates escaped with crew valuables and ship's equipment.
hostage three crew members and tied up their hands. The robbers also took the master hostage when he opened his cabin door. Robbers stole ship's cash and the crew and ship's properties before escaping. (IMB)
hostage two watchmen and tied them up before breaking into forecastle store. Duty seaman raised alarm and the thieves fled with ship's stores and equipment
hostage two watchmen and tied them up before breaking into forecastle store. Duty seaman raised alarm and the thieves fled with ship's stores and equipment.
hour.
HOURS BUT WERE UNSUCCESSFUL.
hours earlier.
however, has confirmed that four military personnel were killed when the houseboat was attacked. Conflictive reporting states that suspected militants also attacked a Shell Petroleum Development Company Facility (SPDC) at Oloma Flow Station in Bonny.
However, since the engines had been disengaged by the crew earlier, the vessel could not make way. The robbers threatened and assaulted the crew, then locked them in the engine room and ransacked the crew cabins. Prior to escaping, the robbers damaged
however, the craft kept altering to remain in front of the vessel. The alarm was raised, crew mustered, and anti-piracy measures were initiated. The master increased its speed and the crew activated its fire hoses. At a distance of three cables, the
hrs, and saw that about 50 small cartons taken from the container had been lowered to two other men in a motorboat alongside the ship. The ship's alarm was sounded and the two men onboard escaped via the quay as the motorboat sped off. The Master
IDENTIFIED IN REPORT) STOLEN EXCEEDED US$ 24,000 IN VALUE. NO POSITION OR EXACT DATE WAS GIVEN IN REPORT.
ignored by the skiffs. As the skiffs continued to approach the vessel at high speed the security team again fired warning shots which resulted in the skiffs moving away.
ignored the warning flares and continued chasing the tanker. As the skiff closed, onboard security team fired a flare and one warning shot resulting in the skiff moving away towards the other 2 skiffs. Coalition warship was informed and a helicopter was
ILLUMINATED BY ALDIS LAMP WHEREUPON IT TURNED AWAY.
illuminated ship's side and directed searchlights at the boat, which then moved away.
Iloilo. The crew of Tristar Fishing Corporations, Cadiz City, reported a dozen men boarded their boat around 2 a.m.on 22 May, while they were navigating the waters near Isla Higantes off the coast of Carles town in Iloilo province. The fishing vessels
(IMB)
(IMB).
(IMB, AP)
(IMB, BBC).
(IMB, LL, BBC).
(IMBPCI).
immediately alerted the deck watch keepers to retreat to the bridge. Port control was informed and the ship was advised that a coast guard patrol vessel would be sent immediately. Crew on the bridge noticed five robbers disembarking from the forecastle
immediately alerted the others who commenced to check the portside. At the same time, the watchmen checked the starboard side realizing that the boat on the port side could be a decoy. The watchmen noticed four to five persons attempting to board the
immediately contacted the authorities for assistance. Meanwhile, the armed security team onboard the tanker exchanged fire with the pirates who aborted the attack. Vessel sustained some damage from rpg.
immediately dispatched high speed boats which searched the waters and caught three pirates and recovered the ship stores within 2.5h hours.
immediately informed. Upon inspection, the fire station door was found open and ship's equipment was stolen (IMB).
immediately moved in to block the attack. The ship suffered slight damage to the hull, when navy gunners onboard blew up a suicide boat at close quarters. One of the eight crew members was injured and the vessel was evacuated. Later the vessel was towed
immediately ordered the crew of four to lie flat on the vessel. One of the men ordered them to take out the engine and lift it into the robbers boat. As soon as the engine was in the other boat, the crew was beaten with the cutlass. The robbers also
immediately reported the incident to the bridge and managed to escape to the accommodation spaces. The alarm was raised, the crew mustered, as 15 pirates were observed in a boat leaving with stolen ship's stores. The Master informed the Coast Guard who
in a boat close to the anchor cable. The watchman notified the D/O who raised the alarm. The intruders abandoned their attempt to board and escaped in the small waiting boat (IMB).
IN A BOAT TOWARD BROTHERS LIGHTHOUSE.
in a high speed boat. No injuries reported to crew (IMB)
in an unlit boat. Later, the ships stores were found missing (IMB).
IN A SMALL BOAT.
in a small boat toward Lagos port whose Port Control was informed.
in a waiting boat. Due to heavy rain, the master was unable to confirm the number of robbers and the weapons.
in a waiting boat. Pertamina port control informed and a patrol boat arrived two hours later for investigation (IMB).
IN CHINA.
incident.
INCIDENT.
incident. Attack was reported to Nigerian Navy.
incident reported to port authorities. (IMB)
INCIDENT REPORTED TO PORT AUTHORITY AND WAS ACKNOWLEDGED BUT NO ACTION WAS TAKEN.
incident, there were no shore guards as there were no cargo operations in progress (IMB).
Incident was reported to Dalian port authorities and enhanced look-outs were enforced (IMB).
Incident was reported to the port authorities.
incident was reported to USCG Alameda who then contacted the Ecuadorian authorities. The authorities advised the yachts to meet at Punta Galera.
including bridge, and destroyed some equipment on the bridge before leaving.
including four drums of paint. Duty crew noticed the robber and raised the alarm. The robber escaped with the stolen stores.
including mobile phones and computers. According to the fishermen, the pirates came in three groups, each consisting of at least four members each. The incident was reported to the Coastguard. According to the article, a similar attack occurred during
INCLUDINGPROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES. AN UNIDENTIFIED TANKER LATER RENDEZVOUSED WITH THE HIJACKED VESSEL AND ABOUT 1 MILLION LITERS OFGASOIL (ABOUT A THIRD OF ITS CARGO) WERE OFFLOADED ONTO THE SECOND SHIP. PIRATES LEFT AT 1700 11 JAN AS THEY
INCLUDING TVS WERE STOLEN. AN EARLIER INCIDENT AN UNKNOWN NUMBER OF DAYS PREVIOUSLY, RESULTED IN SEVERAL MEN BEING CHASED AWAY AFTER THEY WERE SPOTTED CLIMBING A VESSELS ANCHOR CHAIN. VESSELS ARE ADVISED NOT TO ANCHOR AT HONIARA IF POSSIBLE; MAIN BERTH
increased its speed and headed directly for the vessel. The master was notified and the ship carried out evasive maneuvers. The craft adjusted its course and speed to close onto the ship. The master ordered all lights to be switched off and increased its
increased its speed and moved away (IMB, LM: Maritime Global Net).
increased its speed and took evasive maneuvers, to maintain a CPA of not less than 5NM with the boat. The suspected boat pursued the ship for around two and a half hours, before moving away (IMB).
increased speed 25 knots and sounded the ship?s whistle. The armed men fired upon the vessel and came as close as 0.2NM before aborting. The skiff was doing approximately 24.5 knots at the time of the attack (IMB).
increased speed and boats moved away. No damage to ship or injuries to crew (IMB).
increased speed and came close on port beam. Crew switched on deck lights and ship moved further away from the Somali coast and boat gave up chase. ONI Comment: While this type of approach at this distance from shore is usually associated with fishermen
increased speed and carried out evasive maneuvers, successfully evading the pursuit.
increased speed and commenced evasive maneuvers while mustering crew. Gunmen opened fire from the fishing boat damaging lights, accommodation and the starboard lifeboat before breaking off pursuit fifteen minutes later. Although reported as attempted
increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers (IMB, LM: Xinhua).
increased speed and contacted coalition warship. A helicopter arrived at the location and the pirates aborted the attempt.
increased speed and crew activated fire hoses, fired signal flares and directed searchlights at them. Despite reported time, it is apparent this incident occurred during the hours of darkness, which is more typical of piracy. This could also mask
increased speed and enforced counter-piracy measures while contacting the IMB Piracy Reporting Center for assistance. The IMB immediately contacted the authorities and informed them to render necessary assistance to the crew and vessel. Due to vessel's
increased speed and proceeded toward the cargo ship. Master raised alarm, took evasive maneuvers, and mustered crew. Craft altered course and moved away (IMB).
increased speed and set course away from land. The armed naval guards onboard the vessel made their presence known. Seeing vessel readiness and armed guards, the robbers aborted the attempted attack and moved away.
increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. Crew activated fire hoses and fired rocket flares. After 15 minutes, pirates aborted boarding attempt (IMB).
increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. (IMB)
increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. The suspicious vessel followed the tanker for 30 minutes and later lost contact on the radar. (IMB)
INCREASED SPEED AND ZIGZGGED AND BOATS WITHDREW.
increased speed , conducted evasive maneuvers and contacted coalition forces. The master reported one skiff with weapons. A coalition forces helicopter arrived on scene and the suspicious boats moved away (IMB).
increased speed, made evasive maneuvers, and contacted the authorities for help and fired rocket and parachute flares. The pirates continued to chase and attempt to board the vessel for nearly 90 minutes after which they aborted the attempt. (IMB)
increased speed. Pirates aborted boarding (IMB, Italian Navy).
increased speed. The speedboat followed the vessel for 30 minutes before departing. It is suspected the boat could have been launched from a large fishing vessel in the vicinity. ONI Note: Encounters from small boats engaged in legitimate fishing are
increased speed. The three speedboats reduced speed and eventually aborted the chase (UKMTO).
increased speed to 16 knots as the skiff continued to approach. At a distance of less than a mile, the master and onboard security noticed three men in the skiff and due to persistence of approach, the security team fired warning shots. The skiff
increased speed to maximum, took evasive maneuvers and the armed security team took their positions. The pirates attempted to board the ship but unable to do so due to the aggressive maneuvers maintained by the Master and the presence of the armed
increased speed, took evasive maneuvers, and enhanced anti-piracy watchers on the poop deck. The suspicious boat increased its speed up to 25kts and maintained a parallel course for some time. At 2243 local time, the suspicious boat altered course and
increased speed with indications of pursuing the vessel. The vessel increased to maximum speed and the boat returned to its normal speed, giving no further indications of following (Operator, IMB).
INDEMNITIES FROM THE YEMENI GOVERNMENT. IN THE PAST YEAR SEVERAL WRECKED SHIPS HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY RANSACKED BY LOCALS, INCLUDING A CRUISE SHIP UNDER SALVAGE AT THE TIME. IT IS NOT KNOWN IF THE YEMENI DEMANDS WERE PURELY EXTORTION OR IF LOCAL OFFICIALS
INDIA AND THERE IS NO INFORMATION IF EXTORTION MONEY WAS PAID.
INDIVIDUALS, WHO WERE ATTEMPTING TO BREAK INTO A SEALED CONTAINER, FLED WHEN THE SEARCHLIGHTS AND THE SHIP'S WHISTLE WERE ACTIVATED. THE COLOMBO PILOT STATION WAS INFORMED AND A NAVY PATROL VESSEL APPEARED SHORTLY AFTER.
individual wearing a face mask attempting to board. The captain raised the alarm and carried out zig zag maneuvers. The robber aborted boarding. Both Malaysian and Indonesian authorities have been informed about the incident (IMB).
Indonesian crewmembers on Tioman Island. The crewmembers lodged a police report on the island. The tug and barge are still missing (IMB).
Indonesian flag and displayed name (CAKRAC 2). Use of firearms by pirate boats during approach is virtually unheard of, so something other than piracy was probably involved in this incident (IMB, ONI).
Indonesian island and the crew was forced to jump overboard. A passing Indonesain fishing boat rescued the crew and handed them over to the Indonesian Navy. All crew were repatriated to Malaysia safely after investigation (IMB).
Indonesian owned vessel bound for Belawan, Indonesia, and ordered it to sail to Dumai, Indonesia. During the journey to Dumai, the pirates departed the tanker, taking the captain and chief engineer with them. The remaining crew safely piloted the tanker,
Indonesian pilot and chief engineer hostage, demanding a ransom of hundreds of millions of rupiah, from the vessel's owner and the hostages' families.
INDONESIAN WATERS.
Indonesia to a Sandakan, Malaysia seaport. After only six hours of sailing, suspected pirates took 14 crewmembers as hostage and reversed the direction of the vessel to the Makassar Strait. Owners contacted the IMBs Piracy Reporting Centre for assistance
industry port in the Niger Delta, killing one Nigerian sailor according to sources within Nigeria's oil industry (REUTERS).
inflicted damage to the bridge via gun shots. Two suspected pirate's remained in hiding aboard the ship, until their later discovery, when they jumped overboard. Exxon Terminal security staffs responded to the incident, but were unable to locate any of
INFORMATION AND INVESTIGATION DIRECTORATE. ALTHOUGH SUCH CRIME IS RARELY REPORTED IN THE MAINSTREAM MARITIME PRESS, THE SUPPOSITION IS THAT THEY OCCUR RELATIVELY FREQUENTLY AROUND THE WORLD.
information to provide at the time (AFP, IMB).
informed.
informed and a coast guard on boat arrived for investigation (IMB).
informed. A search party conducted a thorough search on board and found nothing missing or stolen (IMB).
informed duty officer. Alarm raised, crew mustered. Fire hoses used to prevent robbers from entering forward store. During this time, another group of robbers boarded the vessel from the starboard side. Due to crew alertness, robbers jumped overboard and
informed (IMB).
informed. On hearing the alarm, the robbers aborted the attempt.
informed OOW, who raised the alarm, sounded the ship's whistle, and alerted the crewmembers. The robbers aborted and moved away. Nothing was stolen (IMB).
informed. The alarm was raised and the crew was mustered. A small wooden boat was seen moving away from the vessel. Upon investigation, it was found nothing had been stolen.
informed the bridge and tried to assist the watchman. The alarm was raised and the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Facial injuries were tended to by the onboard medical officer. Arrangements were made for injured AB to visit the doctor the next
informed the bridge. The master sounded the whistle and general alarm. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores (IMB).
informed. The Coast Guard patrol boat arrived after more than one hour, patrolled the waters around the vessels for about ten minutes, and moved away (IMB).
informed the D/O who raised alarm and alerted the ship?s crew. By the time the crew members went forward the robbers had escaped with stolen ship's stores.
informed the duty officer. After the alert, the robbers jumped in the water and escaped. Nothing was stolen. (IMB)
informed the Duty Officer, who raised the alarm and sounded ship's whistle. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers aborted the attempt and fled.
informed the OOW, who raised the alarm. As the A/B approached the robbers, they jumped overboard and escaped with their accomplices into boats. Port control informed.
informed the OOW who raised the alarm, contacted Togo Navy, and activated the fire pumps. Two persons jumped into the water and attempted to board the tanker via the anchor chain, but failed and returned to their boat. Later, the boat returned and
informed the vessels Master that a tug was following his barge. Upon investigation, the Master saw a wooden tug moving away from the barge. The crew boarded the barge and found 13 containers opened. The incident was reported to MPA Singapore.
Initially they looked like fishermen but on closing they contacted by VHF and said they were Somali Coast Guards. They opened fire and strafed us repeatedly with their machine guns from a distance of less than 2 cables while passing us on a reciprocal
in it, the other was unknown; and one pirate mothership. The armed guards onboard the PORT UNION fired four warning shots at the pirates from 0.5NM away; the pirates fired back and aborted the attack. (IMB, Operator, Commercial Sources)
injured.
injured during the incident (ReCAAP).
injured him, stole his personal belongings and escaped. The Master reported the incident to the port police and agent who boarded the vessel for investigation.
injured. On 23 May the ferry was found by the U. S. Coast Guard drifting out of fuel 30 miles south of Andros Island in the Bahamas.
INJURED. THE ATTACK TOOK PLACE OFF THE COAST OF DAKHLA (23-42N 015-56W).
injuries; however, the thieves stole US $3,150 and some personal effects.
INJURIES REPORTED.
injuries to crew.
injuries to crew and no damage to the ship.
injuries to his head. The AB informed that he had heard the noise of an approaching motor boat and when he went to check two masked men attacked him from behind and tied him up. Meanwhile another robber boarded the vessel. Robbers stole ship's stores and
injuries were reported.
injuring one man. The pirates looted valuables from the trawlers and kidnapped the 15 fishermen onboard.
Inn,came alongside the Norwegian yacht asking for a drink and cigarettes. Suddenly one of the men came aboard and produced a gun.The (VESLA) was robbed of computers, money, credit cards, cigarettes, alcohol, and so on. The robbers then destroyed the
in one of three boats with seven persons each. Chittagong Port Control was notified and a navy vessel was dispatched and circled the ship.
in personal injuries.
INSIDE THE STORE ROOM. THE ENGINEER MANAGED TO ESCAPE AND NOTIFIED THE CHIEF MATE IN THE CARGO CONTROL ROOM THAT THERE WERE PIRATES IN THE ENGINE ROOM. AN ALARM WAS SOUNDED CAUSING THE PIRATES TO FLEE. A SPOT CHECK INDICATED THAT THE FOLLOWING ENGINE
inspection, robbers had tried to steal ship's stores but failed due to a vigilant piracy watch. Port control did not respond to calls (IMB).
inspection the robbers had managed to gain access and steal ship stores by cutting the padlocks to the store. Port authority was informed.
instructions. The alert duty crew noticed the pirates and the alarm was raised, ship's whistle sounded, the crew mustered and the master increased speed. The pirates fled immediately. Upon inspection, two containers were found open (IMB). Two ropes were
intended to take the vessels to position 04:30N 048:10E. No injuries were reported among the 24 crewmembers (SAP)
intent to board. Contract security personnel detected attempt and intruders left the scene. It is undetermined if potential boarders were to be stowaways, thieves or drug couriers.Incident reported to Canal authorities (Operator).
intent to hijack. Master raised alarm, activated SSAS, increased speed, took evasive maneuvers, contacted warship for assistance, and activated fire hoses. The armed men fired at the bridge from a distance of 200 metres. Master continued with the evasive
intercepted by a Vietnamese patrol boat. One of the escorting vessels departed the area upon approach of the Vietnamese authorities, however, four individuals were detained for investigation. It was later determined the four accused of commandeering the
intercepted it and demanded it stop for inspection, firing warning shots (INFO, LM).
intercepted the suspicious boat and fired warning shots, shots returned from the attacking boat. Fire exchange followed, pirates boat turned away and headed towards shore. No casualties reported. Both vessels in convoy safely reached Calabar.
international waters but a second fishing vessel gave chase. The skipper of the second vessel was shot dead. The gang then robbed the crews of both ships and abandoned them, escaping from the scene in their small craft. The Cameroonian navy is reported
INTERNATIONAL WATERS. THE HYE MIEKO DEPARTED SINGAPORE 21 JUN ENROUTE TO CAMBODIA. THE SHIP WAS CARRYING CIGARETTES AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (US$2 MILLION). ON 25 JUN THE SHIP WAS REPORTED TO BE UNDER ESCORT BY A CHINESE PATROL BOAT 140NM SOUTHEAST OF
intervened and detained the suspect pirates. Suspected pirates could not explain why they had sailed so far from land. There was no evidence of trade or legal activity and the Spanish warship crew found equipment on board that is commonly related to
intervened, causing the attackers to abort their attack and flee. The pirates were later apprehended by the Indian Navy (AP, IMB, CNN). Indian Navy arrests 23 suspected pirates in the Gulf of Aden, 13 Dec 08 reporting. Pirates on two speed boats had
in the area and passed to the IMB Piracy Centre in Kuala Lumpur, which passed the report back to regional authorities. IMB states that "Further details are awaited." If as stated, this would be the first actual boarding since the spate of apparent
in the boat, two of them climbed on deck. The Duty AB noticed them and warned the duty officer on the bridge. According to the Duty AB, the perpetrators were armed with guns. The Duty officer immediately sounded the general alarm and ships typhoon while,
in the citadel and armed security team fired warning shots resulting in the pirates aborting and moving away. A warship and naval helicopter were dispatched towards the vessel. Crew and vessel were unharmed.
in the citadel. On 22 Nov 10, naval helicopter confirmed no pirates seen on vessel. Later crew regained control of vessel. (IMB)
in the funnel.
in the head and forced him to bring them to the cabins of the captain and chief officer, who handed over cash and their personal effects. After the men left the tanker, the crew activated the ship security alert. apart from the duty officer who suffered
in their boat. Port control and police informed (IMB).
in the pre-dawn incident. The thieves are said to be part of an organized gang operating around Trinidad, stealing high-powered engines to sell on the black market (LM).
IN THE SKIFF EVENTUALLY ABANDONED THEIR PURSUIT.
into, but the vessel was searched and the robbers were not found. The robbers escaped with stolen ship's equipment and stores. (IMB)
into storeroom, and stole ship's stores. Master sounded whistle and ship's alarm and mustered crew and thieves escaped in a "high platform" boat (IMB).
into the citadel. Attempts to contact the authorities failed but the sister ship of the vessel in the vicinity relayed the area message to the Togo navy. A Navy team subsequently boarded vessel for investigation. No injuries to crew.
into the citadel, but pirates entered the citadel and took the crew members hostage.(IMB, UKMTO)
into, the duty watchman raised the alarm. The crew mustered and searched the ship but the robbers had already escaped. (IMB)
into the engine control room. The crewman locked himself in the room, raised the alarm and informed the Duty Officer. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped. The Coast Guard was informed and arrived at the vessel and conducted an investigation.
INTO THE SEA AND VANISHED, WHEREUPON THE REMAINING CREW JUMPED OVERBOARD AND WERE EVENTUALLY RESCUED. THE MALAYSIAN TRAWLER WAS REPORTEDLY SUNK AFTER HAVING BEEN LOOTED. ON 8 MAY THAI AUTHORITIES ARRESTED THREE SUSPECTS IN THE CASE. THIS IS ONE OF MANY
into the steering gear room. Ship's stores and equipment were stolen before the robbers escaped in their boat. Local authorities were informed of the incident.
into the water and escaped in a waiting boat (IMB).
into the water and fled
into the water and the motorboats towed them away. When spotted by crew the thieves threatened the crew and escaped with the four mooring lines. Coast Guard was informed but did not respond, despite boats being visible in the area for more than 30
into the water when they were discovered by the crew on the forecastle. The pirates had a high speed boat waiting for their get away. The master's report indicated that several sightings of unmarked, grey colored high speed boats had been made in the
intruder escaped by jumping overboard with a bag of the ship's pyrotechnics.
intruder fled with no reported loss.
intruders and sounded the alarm whereupon they fled with stores and a radio.
intruders escaped with ship's stores.
intruders fled empty handed in a waiting boat (IMB).
intruders fled in a small motor boat.
intruders fled in their boat.
intruders jumped overboard to escape in their waiting boat.
intruders off the vessel. During the attack the intruders broke the seals of 8 containers, however it was not established whether any cargo was pilfered. No injuries were reported.
intruders took ship's walkie-talkie and left.
intruders tried to break the accommodation door before leaving the ship, abandoning the 60 m length of rope they had used to tie their boat. One door to the accommodation was damaged (IMB).
intruders were seen by the watchmen and the duty officer who sounded the ship's alarm. The thieves damaged the paint locker and the forecastle lock and took 15 tins of paint and an Hatch Tarpaulin.
intruders were spotted on board, both dressed in dark clothing and one carrying a large sword. The ship's whistle was sounded and a searchlight was directed at the intruders, who then escaped onto a boat alongside. An additional 12 persons were on board
intruders withdrew (IMB).
in turn raised the alarm and crew mustered. Upon seeing crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard empty handed and escaped in a waiting boat with one accomplice (IMB).
in uniform. They fired their weapons in the air and demanded the gangway be lowered. The Master refused to lower the gangway, heaved up anchor and moved away from the anchorage. (IMB)
investigate and found the watch lying on the deck with his hands and feet tied up and minor shoulder injuries. The robbers had broken into and stolen ship stores from the forecastle store. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped (IMB).
investigate (IMB).
investigate, they found two robbers onboard and a third attempting to board. The robbers fled as soon as they saw the ship's crew. Port control was informed (IMB).
investigating it was noticed that the forward store had been broken into and ships's stores stolen.
Investigation revealed ship stores had been stolen. Incident was reported to VTS Guangzhou.
investigation. Ship?s stores were reported stolen (IMB).
involved in the attack. Navy sailors providing onboard security fired at the approaching boats and destroyed two of them, he said. One of the boats exploded in close proximity to MV (NIMALAWA), damaging the ship's hull. The third craft has been captured
involving two armed Somali security guards, who had been contracted by the ship(IMB, Reuters).
in wheelhouse (IMB).
Iranian fishermen and detaining seven suspected pirates. Several AK47 assault rifles and a rocket-propelled grenade launcher (RPG) were confiscated.
iron bars, but fled when he managed to raise the alarm (IBM).
islands are occupied by forces of the Republic of the Philippines, Vietnam, and the authorities of Taiwan. Mariners should exercise caution while navigating throughout the disputed Spratly-dangerous ground area. A vessel was reported fired upon in the
island. The five untied themselves and boarded a passing fishing boat. The tug and barge as well as the remaining crew member are unlocated.
Island, Yemen. Nine Somali pirates were onboard the vessel on 17 July. There are 16 crewmembers onboard the vessel, including four Somalis (Open Source, Operator, UKMTO)
is now reported as continuing her voyage safely as the skiff is no longer visible on radar and has not been located by watch standers.
is reportedly being held alongside the (MAVUNO I) and the (MAVUNO II). (see ref. no. 20070107) The Taiwan fishery authorities said that the situation is unclear and they are working to resolve the incident (LM).
Istanbul. The pro-Chechen activists stated that they had explosives and threatened to blow up themselves and the hostages. After four days, the four gunmen surrendered peacefully, without a shot being fired. Further investigation revealed an additional
ISTANBUL, TURKEY. THE HIJACKERS STATED THAT THEY HAD EXPLOSIVES AND THREATENED TO BLOW UP THEMSELVES AND THE HOSTAGES. THEY SURRENDERED PEACEFULLY AFTER FOUR DAYS WITH NO INJURIES REPORTED.
is unknown. They may be in the liferafts. All vessels are requested to keep a sharp lookout for the missing crew members/liferafts and report to the IMB Piracy Reporting Center immediately if they have any information.
Italian oil company Agip. The vessel was unescorted at the time and no group has claimed responsibility for the attack (AFP, Vanguard).
items into a waiting boat but could not do so, as the boat had drifted away due to engine failure and the current. The alert crew raised the alarm and two crewmembers confronted the robbers who jumped overboard. However, they could not board their boat
ITEMS REPORTED STOLEN. ONE CREWMAN WITH MINOR KNIFE CUTS AND SWOLLEN SIDE OF HEAD.
items. Suspects are under investigation and soon will be charged in the court.
items. Suspects are under investigation and soon will be charged in the court (IMB).
items taken if any.
It had been stripped of its engine and crew belongings. Although seldom reported, this type of crime is believed relatively common among fishermen ad local traders of the Philippine, Indonesia and Malaysian archipelagos (INFO, ONI).
IT HAD SEIZED THE JAPANESE CONTAINER SHIP TOGO MARU IN THE PERSIAN GULF ALONG WITH A CYPRUS REGISTERED FREIGHTER. NAVAL AUTHORITIES SAID THE JAPANESE SHIP WAS SEIZED FRIDAY MORNING (20 SEP) IN THE EASTERN PART OF THE GULF. IRANIAN SOLDIERS BOARDED THE
IT IS A PHANTOM VESSEL WHICH HAS STOLEN THE SUGAR CARGO.
its crew, and landed them at Mesanak Island, where the kidnappers were later arrested. The tug sailed on unaware of the kidnap of the barge's crew and last contacted its owner 12 Feb at 1500 local. There has been no further contact from the tug and barge
its whistle and notified other ships in the area (IMB).
it. They managed to steal two lube oil drums and two empty drums. The incident was immediately reported by the ship master to the Chittagong Port Authority which informed the Bangladesh Coast Guard. As a result of prompt reporting, a coast guard
it was attacked at Latitude 0252S and Longitude 10715E. The ship was traveling at 18.5 knots when six pirates armed with knives boarded the ship from a speedboat. One crew member was stabbed in the arm. The pirates took about $17,666 (US) in cash, a
it was conducting surveying operations, and fired upon the bridge of the ship. The ship activated SSAS, contacted Sudanese authorities, then maneuvered away from the area. No injuries to the crew (IMB).
it was discovered the robbers had broken into the forward store and stolen ship's stores. The incident was not noticed by the crew (IMB).
JACMEL). UPON REACHING THE TOWN, THE CREW WAS ARRESTED ON SUSPICION OF DRUG SMUGGLING. NO REASON FOR THE SUSPICION WAS GIVEN. S/V REWA WAS ALLOWED TO PROCEED ON TO JACMEL WITH A SKELETON CREW. IN JACMEL, THE OWNER WAS PLACED UNDER HOUSE ARREST AT A LOCAL
JS DESIRE). They informed the officer on watch via a handheld radio and the general alarm was raised. Upon seeing the crew approach, two of the robbers jumped overboard and the third one hit the master on the face, with a knife before jumping. The alarm
July. Although this is the first public report of anti-foreign violence against cruise ship crews, industry and government sources report that ethnic minorities from other ships including naval and coast guard units have been victimized in Baltic ports.
jumped into the water when alert sounded.
jumped into the water when the ship raised the alarm. The port control was informed (IMB). .
jumped overboard and escaped empty handed. Master informed Coast Guard and Coast Guard boat arrived within nine minutes for investigation (IMB).
jumped overboard and escaped. (IMB)
jumped overboard and escaped in a boat waiting below. Nothing was stolen but it appeared that the robbers tried to lower the fire wire (IMB).
jumped overboard and escaped in a high speed boat.
jumped overboard and escaped in the boats.
jumped overboard and escaped in their unlit boat, which had been lying alongside. The officer's injuries were notreported to be serious.
jumped overboard and escaped. The master reported the incident to the coast guard, who promptly responded. The coast guard was able to recover the stolen items and returned them to the vessel. The robbers were prosecuted (IMB).
jumped overboard and escaped, when the crew noticed them. The incident reported to authorities (IMB).
jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores (IMB).
jumped overboard and escaped with stolen stores in a waiting small craft (IMB).
jumped overboard and escaped with the ships stores, in a small wooden boat. The port control was informed (IMB).
jumped overboard escaping with ships stores (IMB).
jumped overboard. Investigations conducted afterwards revealed that some ship's property had been stolen. The Master reported the incident to the port authorities.
JUMPED OVERBOARD. SHIP'S SAFETY EQUIPMENT WAS STOLEN. PORT CONTROL DID NOT RESPOND TO CALLS FROM SHIP.
jumped ship onto a boat and escaped.
jumping into sea.
JUMPING OVERBOARD WITH SHIP'S EQUIPMENT AFTER HAVING CHASED ONE CREW MEMBER. PORT CONTROL INFORMED AND POLICE BOARDED TO INVESTIGATE 1850 UTC. SAME SHIP HAD BEEN BOARDED 10 JUL WITHOUT ANY REPORTED LOSS.
jump overboard wearing lifejackets. The robbers then left with the vessel while an accomplice followed in the dinghy. The owner and his friend were later rescued and suffered mild hypothermia. Local police are investigating (Noonsite.com, ANSA.it, UPI).
JUN.
keep 100 miles clear of this position and to exercise extreme caution.
Keeping this in mind, strict anti-piracy watch keeping procedures were maintained. The alert watch keepers spotted a robber onboard the vessel. robber jumped overboard and was picked up by a red motor boat in which there were approximately six to seven
keep on firing and chased the ship and finally aborted the attempted boarding. No injuries to the crew.
kept alive until reaching Mumbai's shores likely in order to aid in navigation but was killed upon arrival. Mumbai Coast Guard recovered the body of the captain from the boat and the boat is in their possession. The Coast Guard officials had confirmed on
keys. Cadet escaped and raised alarm. Thieves jumped overboard with ship's stores.
keys. The duty officer spotted the pirates, raised the alarm, and the crew mustered. The pirates escaped with the ship's stores. No injuries to crew. The port control was informed; however, no action was taken (IMB).
killed and one missing. The Tamil rebels are the suspected perpetrators of the attack. Indian newspapers report this was the first major attack on the sea, since the Norwegian-brokered truce agreement between the Sri Lankan government and the Tamil Tiger
knife but he managed to warn bridge. Meanwhile thieves broke open forecastle store and tried to steal a liferaft. Crew raised alarm and the thieves jumped overboard empty handed.
knife point and forced him to open the ship's safe. They threatened to kill him if he failed to cooperate. In addition to the cash in the ship's safe the intruders also stole the Master's own cash and some personal items. When leaving the ship the
knifepoint as the remaining thieves entered the vessel's accommodation using the master key. No injuries were sustained; however, a substantial quantity of engine spares were taken.
knifepoint. Chief officer raised alarm and the intruders fled empty handed in motor boats at 1930
KNIFEPOINT IN HIS CABIN AND FORCED TO OPEN SHIP'S SAFE. MASTER WAS TIED TO CHAIR PRIOR TO DEPARTURE OF PIRATES. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED.
knife point. They tied the master up and stole his valuables, along with property from other cabins. They then entered masters cabin and searched for additional valuables and cash but could not find any. They later escaped in their boat (IMB).
knifepoint while the others pilfered items from the forecastle and accommodation areas. The thieves fled after an attack lasting about 15 minutes after being spotted by the crew. Crew was mustered to ensure no one was missing or injured and stowaway
knives and stole a life raft. Robbers were in the process of stealing ships stores but crew thwarted the attempt. Robbers escaped in their boat. Master called port authority on VHF radio but received no response (IMB).
knives boarded the ship from a speed boat. The robbers damaged a VHF handset, stole the ship master?s computer and cash as well the crew?s personal belongings before escaping. No crew was injured (ReCAAP: http://www.recaap.org).
knives boarded the vessel from a dark blue speed boat, measuring about 4m long. The pirates entered the accommodation area of the vessel, stole the laptops, mobile phones, and wallets of the crew before escaping. No crew was injured. The master reported
knives but later got off without injuring the crew. At the time of the incident, the terminal watchman had left his post.Port authority informed but no action taken (IMB).
knives (IMB).
knives while they stole ship's stores. The Duty Officer raised the alarm after losing contact with the duty crew. The crew was mustered and rushed the aft mooring station. The robbers released the duty crewman and escaped with the stolen stores.
knocking six pirates into the water. EU warships arrived on the scene to investigate (IMB).
knots and approached to within 4 nm. Ship switched on searchlights and mustered crew. Unknown vessel came to within 2 nm of starboard bow and stopped before moving away. Earlier in the day two suspicious boats tried to contact cargo ship on VHF CH 16 but
knots before observing crew's alertness and moving away (IMB).
knots. Craft increased speed to 16 knots and followed tanker before master took evasive action and boat withdrew (IMB).
knots. Multiple shots were fired at the vessel, hitting the accommodation. The master conducted evasive maneuvers and activated fire hoses. The vessel was able to escape and coordinated with a Russian warship for assistance. ONI Comment: Attack occurred
knots; no fishing gear visible. When suspicious craft came within .3 nm of bulk carrier deck lights were switched on and evasive action commenced after which the boat gave up chase.
knots. Pirates fired six rounds towards the vessel; armed security in turn fired six rounds back at the skiff. RPG and guns spotted, no ladders seen. (UKMTO)
kts. Six people were visible on the boat wearing face masks. The vessel altered its course and conducted evasive maneuvers while increasing speed. The speedboat continued to pursue for approximately 40 minutes before eventually moving away (Operator,
Kutubia Island about 40 km from Cox's Bazar and 295 km southeast of Dhaka. The cargo boat's crew of seven jumped overboard during the fight and swam ashore to inform police who recovered their boat without making any arrests
Kuwaiti Coast Guard was contacted, but the robbers had escaped once the Coast Guard arrived on the scene. (ONI)
Kytes Island off the Tamil-dominated peninsula, after navy patrol boats spotted rebel craft approaching the island (REUTERS).
ladder near the midship manifold area. Alert duty crewman spotted the robbers and informed the Duty Officer, who raised the alarm, sounded the ship's whistle and mustered the crew. Upon hearing the alarm and seeing the crew's alertness, the robbers
ladder onto the ship rail the Master made small evasive maneuvers resulting in the attempt failing. Later the pirates moved away. A mother ship was noticed in the vicinity. Crew safe.
ladders. No further information to provide (Operator, IMB).
ladder. The alert duty ordinary seaman saw the pirates and notified the bridge via VHF. The Master increased the speed of the vessel and the crew pulled the pilot ladder up. The robbers chased the vessel for a few minutes and aborted the attack. (IMB)
ladder to the vessel because the vessel engaged in evasive maneuvers. Vessel experienced damage due to the attack. (IMB, UKMTO)
Lagos. Crew were assaulted, resulting in four injuries. The robbers stole ship and crew cash and property and escaped. (IMB)
large searchlight without observing anything unusual. The only unlocked door was the starboard bridge wing from which five intruders appeared. They asked the chief mate to call the captain to the bridge on a navigation problem pretext. The master had his
lashing bar towards the duty crew who escaped and informed the bridge. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered and rushed to the forecastle. The robbers escaped upon hearing the alarm. The crew found one container opened and ship's stores stolen. The
lashing chains to their waiting boat. After 10 minutes, the robbers sighted the coast guard patrol boat and immediately jumped into the water and escaped. The alert coast guard pursued the boat. The boat was finally recovered near the fishing berths with
lasted about thirty minutes, during which time there were fortunately no injuries sustained by the crew. Despite repeated attempts to obtain assistance from the Navy and Harbor Police, the authorities did not arrive at the vessel until three hours after
late November suggests that the Panamanian-Flagged refrigerated cargo ship EW COOK may have been the victim ship. The vessel reported its intent to effect repairs to damage sustained by gunfire while in Mogadishu in October.
Later as the AB moved aft during his rounds he observed barefoot marks on the deck and noticed that the ship's stores were stolen.
later died in hospital ashore.
later (IMB).
later on 3 Jun, by the police of Elelenwo waterfront. One hostage taker was killed (LM).
Later pirates released the crew and left the vessel. All crew safe.
later reported being safe with no injuries to the crew. The vessel may have sustained minor damage from the attack (IMB).
Later, the skiff aborted the attempt and retreated. Crew and vessel are safe and continuing passage.
launchers chased and fired small arms. They fired an RPG at the vessel; however, the RPG did not detonate. The master contacted the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre for assistance. The USS PELELIU was reportedly ten miles away when the attack occurred and
least five Civilian accomplices, used two motor boats to chase the vessel and boarded her under the pretext of a firearms search. Although piracy activity in philippine waters is not unusual, this is the first reported case of law enforcement complicity.
leaving at about 0330.
leaving the vessel the pirates caused some damage. Later, the crew took comand of the tanker and sailed towards a safe port. No injuries to crew.
left after 12 minutes.
left behind a small boat which the surviving fishermen boarded to await rescue (IMB).
left when duty officer raised the alarm.
less than 100 meters from the shipside. The master increased speed, conducted evasive maneuvers, and enforced counter-piracy measures to prevent boarding. After approximately 40 minutes, the boats abandoned the pursuit (IMB).
lifeboat equipment. Master contacted port authorities but received no response. Ship picked up anchor and left outer roads (IMB).
lifeboats were missing and there was no sign of the two Taiwanese and 10 Indonesian crew nor any sign of a struggle. The Taiwanese crew had called home every day after leaving Indonesia 16 Nov up to 6 Dec. Since then the cell phone of one of the men has
life raft.
life raft and two immersion suits were missing. The ship master reported the incident to local authorities who directed the Philippine Coast Guard's Port State Control Center Manila (PSCCM) to investigate. A patrol craft was dispatched, and through the
life raft. Coast Guard boarded to investigate within 20 minutes of being informed.
life raft. Ship's crew alerted and the thieves jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting speedboat.
lights and directed searchlights at the boats (IMB).
lights, and mustered the crew (IMB).
LIGHTS WERE SWITCHED ON. THE BOATS THEN FOLLOWED THE TANKER FOR 30 MINUTES BEFORE BREAKING OFF THE BOARDING ATTEMPT.
likely died. (Open Press)
LINE.
line. However, when the perpetrators were noticed, the ship's crewmembers raised the alarm and started its engine. The perpetrators fled empty handed (IMB). .
line. No injuries were reported.
LINE OVER THE SHIP'S RAIL. SHIP THEN INCREASED SPEED AND (REPORTEDLY) BROKE THE BOAT'S LINE AFTER WHICH BOAT ABANDONED ATTEMPT TO BOARD.
LINES AND TEN CANS OF PAINT WERE STOLEN. FORECASTLE DECK NOT VISIBLE FROM BRIDGE. CREW UNHARMED.
LINES, PAINT, AND POWER TOOLS. THE SECOND INCIDENT TOOK PLACE 0242 13 AUG WHEN 2 MEN BOARDED THE SHIP AND THREATENED THE MASTER AND CREW WITH KNIVES. THERE IS NO INFORMATION IN THE LOSSES. DESPITE IMMEDIATE NOTIFICATION TO THE POLICE, 25 MINUTES ELAPSED
line started its engine. The perpetrators fled empty handed (IMB).
LINES, THREATENED THE CHIEF OFFICER WITH KNIVES, AND STOLE SHIP'S STORES BEFORE ESCAPING IN A SMALL BOAT.
line to the vessel when an alert watchman sighted the men and raised the alarm. The duty officer took evasive maneuvers and the robbers aborted the boarding attempt (IMB).
line was cut. The attackers fled and the liferaft was recovered.
local authorities and police boarded the vessel for investigation (IMB)..
local authorities. Later navy personel boarded the vessel to carry out a search.
Local authorities were informed (IMB).
local authorities while the second man escaped (IMB).
local law enforcement and authorities. The entire crew was safe.
locally made fiberglass speed boat approximately 12 meters in length which had been tied up along the port side below the rescue boat. Two pirates were making their way onboard, while two others were already onboard holding automatic weapons. A total of
LOCAL POLICE RECOVERED SOME OF THE STOLEN GOODS.
local time.
local time (IMB).
local time while underway in position 03-53.96N 124-33.3E, 33NM northwest of Manado, Indonesia. The vessel was attacked by unknown elements. Pirates in a speedboat chased and opened fire on the vessel in ballast enroute to Australia. The master took
local watchman who immediately raised the alarm. The crew and watchman proceeded to the location, armed with long sticks and metal pipes. Seeing the approaching crew, the robbers jumped overboard and tried to escape with a mooring line, which the crew
location (IMB, MSCHOA).
location in Somalia (IMB, Reuters).
location off Somalia (IMB, AP).
LOCATION PURPOSES.
lock and stole ship's property and a life raft. The master reported the incident to the Coast Guard and they conducted an investigation and advised the master to take precautionary measures (IMB).
locked themselves in the citadel. A Royal Navy vessel and a U.S. frigate freed the vessel and all crew were safe. Eleven pirates were detained by authorities. (UKMTO, Operator, Press)
locker and stole ship's stores, before jumping overboard and escaping in a waiting boat (IMB).
locker had been ransacked and emptied, and the ship's mooring lines were dangling over the side with one missing. Four of the ship's containers were later found to have been broached and cartons of vegetables taken from two of them.
locking the accommodation doors and starting the fire pumps. The small boat approached the tanker on the port side at a distance of about 60 meters and the men signaled the vessel to stop. The master had already commenced evasive maneuvering at which
locks. They then threatened to shoot the chief engineer if the master did not hand over the cash box. They stole ship's cash and crew's personal belongings before escaping. No injuries to the crew were reported (IMB, Mercury chat).
long knives. The robbers took mobile phones, laptops, and cash before escaping. (Commercial Sources)
long poles with hooks at the bow. While on board, they stole two new ropes (600 feet in length). No injuries to crew. The authorities have been advised, but no action has been taken. The Master observed that the anchorage area is not patrolled by the
looked to the crew like bombs. Master raised the alarm and charged fire hoses whereupon the boats withdrew. This incident is reported as attempted piracy but sounds more complex. It may be connected to other hostage-taking ransom efforts. Certainly
lookout, and sounded the alarm when the attack began. Armed security team fired warning shots, and skiff fired three shots at the vessel, then aborted the attack. (NATO Shipping Center)
looted the passengers of their cash and valuables. Ten passengers were injuring during the attack and another 8 are missing after they jumped overboard to escape the pirates (INFO).
lost contact with the vessel as it transited toward the Maldives and upon resuming communications with it, he was told by hijackers to pay a ransom for the crew (AP, IMB, Mercury chat).
lowered them into a waiting boat. As soon as they realized they had been spotted, they jumped into the water and escaped in the waiting boat (IMB).
lowered them into their boats before freeing the hostage and escaping.
lowering ship's stores. Authorities were informed and a coast guard boat arrived at the location (IMB).
lower them into a boat waiting with two accomplices. Alert crew challenged robbers, duty officer raised alarm, and crew mustered. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
LTTE FIGHTERS BEFORE SRI LANKAN NAVY UNITS INTERVENED AND DESTROYED FOUR REBEL BOATS. THE ATTACK OCCURRED ABOUT 50 MILES OFFSHORE FROM MULLAITTIVU (09-16N 080-49E), A REBEL STRONGHOLD. ONE CREWMEMBER WAS REPORTED INJURED ABOARD THE CHINESE SHIP WHICH WAS
LUNE) during the night and then again the following night. The yachtsman was reportedly tied up and tortured, mainly with electrical shocks. The yacht was found adrift by a Swiss yacht and towed to Funchal where the yachtsman was treated for a deep cut
MA 31880.
machete and a small axe. The crewmembers tried to regroup inside an area with a screen door but the bandits kicked the door open, however while doing so, one of the bandits hit the smoke alarm and set it off, distracting the bandits. Two of the
machete. Robbers jumped into the water and started taking the dingy. Skipper pursued them but robbers repeatedly slashed him with machetes causing severe injury. Skippers colleague onboard contacted authorities and armed guards arrived and took skipper
machetes, tied up the crew and locked them in cabins. When the crew freed themselves at 09oo, 29 Sep, the thieves had transferred the ship's cargo of 3,000 tons of diesel oil, damaged communications equipment, and renamed it (CAKLU). The crew contacted
machete. The man injured 18 passengers before he was taken down by other passengers. Eight of the injured passengers required surgery, based upon the significance of their wounds.
machine guns and RPGs, ordering the vessel to stop. The master took evasive maneuvers and pirates fired one RPG round, hitting the accommodations and starting a fire. Crew members extinguished the fire and after one hour of evasive maneuvering, prevented
made an aggressive approach toward the vessel which prompted them to deploy a long range acoustic device. When the skiff continued toward the vessel, the master authorized the firing of one warning shot. The men in the skiff then opened fire with
MADE SEVERAL MORE UNSUCCESSFUL ATTEMPTS TO BOARD.
made several unsuccessful attempts to board the vessel before returning to their mother ship.
(MAHMUDA) (INFO).
main deck and poop heard the AB on the forecastle shouting. They alerted the bridge on radio. The Duty officer tried to contact him but there was no response. The alarm was raised and the crew alerted. A thorough search was carried out for the AB but he
main deck near the forward hatch. In an attempt to frighten the intruders off the vessel the main alarm and whistle were sounded, the deck lights were repeatedly switched on and off, and the crew was called on deck. Vessels nearby were warned of the
maintain anti-piracy watch when passing through the area.
making it difficult to detect. The vessel spotted the skiff at a distance of about one to two nautical miles. The master raised the alarm, blew ship's horn, and carried out evasive maneuvers. The armed men opened fire with RPGs and automatic weapons. The
Malaysian Navy and dispatched two coast guard boats, one warship and one Navy helicopter to investigate and assist. Upon reaching the location they sighted the pirates were sailing the vessels towards Indonesian waters. The warships and CG boats detained
managed to avoid the hijack attempt. (ONI, UKMTO)
managed to escape along with stolen ship's stores.
managed to escape and raised the alarm. Meanwhile, other robbers stole from the ships stores. Upon seeing the alerted crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
managed to escape and raise the alarm. All crew mustered and proceeded forward. Seeing the alert crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in their boat. Investigation revealed that ship's stores had been stolen from the forecastle store.
managed to gain access to the ship via the barge working cargo. The alert crew spotted the robbers as they tried to lower ship stores and raised the alarm. On seeing crew alertness, the robbers left the ship and entered the barge. Local agents informed.
managed to out run the skiff. Armed security team were onboard. No shots fired.
managed to raise the alarm, to alert the other crew members. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped, in a small boat with stolen items (IMB).
maneuvering and the skiffs eventually moved away (IMB, Operator).
maneuvering. No boarding took place (IMB).
maneuvers and activated fire hoses on deck. The speed boats later aborted the pursuit (Operator, IMB).
maneuvers and directed the search lights aimed towards the boats and also sent a distress message. Pirates later boarded the tanker via the poop deck by using a portable ladder but could not get access into the accommodation that was locked and secured
maneuvers and enforced preventative counter piracy measures, and evaded the boarding. (ONI, UKMTO)
maneuvers and enforced preventative counter piracy measures, successful evading the attack. (IMB)
maneuvers and evaded attempt. No damage was reported. (IMB)
maneuvers and increased its speed to outrun the crafts. Both crafts had six to seven persons onboard. No weapons were sighted. There were several other small boats in the vicinity; however, there was no indication that these boats were associated with
maneuvers and non-essential crew retreated into the citadel. Five minutes later, the pirates aborted their attempt and targeted another vessel in the convoy.
maneuvers and was able to prevent boarding before French Naval vessel NIVOSE arrived on scene detaining the suspect pirates (UKMTO, LM: Ennahar Online).
maneuvers. Bulk carrier also deployed the security team onboard and contacted authorities for help. A military aircraft was deployed. Onboard armed security team fired warning shots resulting in the pirates aborting the attack.
maneuvers, crew mustered and activated fire hoses. Unlit boat increased speed to 17 kts and continued to chase the ship. Master increased his speed to the maximum and found another boat tried to block the ship's course. Boats pursued the ship for almost
maneuvers made by the tanker. A mother vessel was sighted in the vicinity.
maneuvers to prevent a boarding. A NATO warship was sighted and the vessel proceeded toward the warship for assistance. The skiff turned away when the warship began pursuing it. The warships fired several shots at the skiff before the armed men finally
maneuvers to prevent the men from boarding (Operator, IMB).
maneuvers. Two other boats joined the dhow, but all three finally abandoned the pursuit (IMB).
maneuvers were conducted. The boats continued chasing, at which point the ship shot distress flares toward the boats. The boats eventually aborted the chase as the master continued evasive maneuvering (UKMTO).
maneuvers while reporting the incident to nearby coalition forces. After approximately 10 minutes, the skiff aborted its attack (Operator, IMB).
manhole. They stole from the ships stores (IMB).
MANILA, PHILIPPINES CARRYING 12,000 TONS OF BAGGED SUGAR (US$4 MILLION). THE MASTER AND 22 CREWMEMBERS WERE HANDCUFFED IN PAIRS AND LOCKED IN THE ENGINE ROOM FOR TWO DAYS BEFORE BEING SET ADRIFT IN SMALL DINGHIES. ON 16 SEP THE CREW WAS RESCUED BY A
Mannar seas. The Navy fired several warning shots towards the trawler after detecting it close to the Indian maritime boundary (around 35nm) west of Arippu. The trawler was then destroyed as it responded to the warning shots by directing fire at the Navy
manoeuvres, altering course from east to north and then from north to south. Evasive manoeuvring resulted in speed loss from 11 kts to 6.5 kts. At 1045 UTC, the master reported that another two boats joined the chase while the first two boats came
Marine Gas Oil (MGO) from the crew and threatened them when they expressed reluctance to give in as they may not have enough fuel to reach their destination, Palembang, Indonesia. Later, the robbers succeeded and took three drums of MGO with them in
Marine Police boarded the product tanker and arrested five robbers. One robber jumped overboard and escaped.
MARITIME SECURITY. WHETHER THIS WAS A CASE OF MISTAKEN IDENTITY OR INDICATES ACTUAL ALGERIAN FOREKNOWLEDGE OF A SMUGGLING ATTEMPT OR OTHER ILLEGAL ACTION IS NOT KNOWN.
masks and armed with automatic pistols. As a result of the safety measures being properly followed, both robbers fled in a small aluminum boat with an outboard engine, which had been seen earlier on the starboard side. At least three other accomplices
master. All crew and ship properties are safe (IMB).
master and chief engineer were kidnapped and taken ashore. The tug and barge have anchored at the destination port. The whereabouts of the master and chief engineer are still unknown. The pirates have contacted owners to demand a ransom. Negotiations are
master and crew, ransacked cabins and stole ship's property and cash (IMB).
master as hostage on the bridge. Pirates stole ship's equipment and crew properties before escaping. (IMB)
master, Chief Engineer and second engineer. Pirates took master to his cabin where they stole ship's cash and his personal belongings. They also took the officers to their cabins where the robbed their belongings. At 2200 they forced master to reduce
Master contacted pot control who asked that he stand by, but there was no further contact (IMB).
master fired rocket flares, picked up the anchor, and preceded at full speed to open sea. The crew caught two robbers and the others jumped overboard and escaped in their speedboats with the ship's stores. The port control and coast guard were informed.
master increased speed and the three vessels did not pursue. The only damage sustained was several bullet holes.
Master increased speed to 25 knots and altered course. The skiff chased the vessel for 15 minutes and then aborted.
master increased speed to maximum and carried out evasive maneuvers. After 30 minutes of pursuit, the two boats aborted the attack and moved away (IMB, EUNAVFOR).
Master informed Bonny signal station, which in turn contacted the Navy (IMB).
Master informed port control and the Indian navy contacted via radio.
Master opened the cabin door the robbers hit the Master on the face and ordered him to muster the crew on the bridge. Once the crew was mustered on the bridge one of the younger robbers was very violent and beat the crew as well as broke a glass on one
Master ordered crew to repel the thieves using fire hoses. Shots were then fired at the ship and crew took refuge in accommodation. Port authorities and police called but did not respond.
master ordered lights switched on and crew mustered.
Master raised a general alarm and the second officer started the fire pump. The master tried to contact the local port authority and pilot station on VHF Ch 16/12 but without success. Sound signal by whistle was given. Search by the crew team indicated
Master raised alarm, blew ships whistle and crew mustered. Robbers escaped with ships stores. VTIS Manila and coast guard was informed (IMB).
Master raised alarm, increased speed, took evasive manoeuvres and crew mustered. OOW informed ships in vicinity via VHF Ch. 16. The pirates tried to board the ship without success and finally aborted the attempt. One, white hull fishing boat, was noticed
master raised the alarm, conducted evasive maneuvers, and contacted nearby warships for assistance. The skiff eventually abandoned pursuit and moved away (IMB).
master raised the alarm, increased speed, and took evasive maneuvers, and all crew, except the bridge team, mustered in the citadel. The onboard, unarmed security team fired flares to warn the skiffs. The pirates fired upon the tanker, aborted the
master raised the alarm, sent mayday messages, contacted coalition forces, and conducted evasive maneuvers. Due to effective counter measures, including barbed wire fencing, the armed men were unable to board the vessel. All crew members were reported
master reported that the robbers left the boat a 0347 local time after stealing cash and three mobile phones. No injuries to crew. The incident was reported to the MRCC Indonesia and the flag state. The coastal state activated the NACTEX broadcast. ISC
Master reported to port control and coast guard who indicated that help would be sent however no help arrived.
master reports local watchman unhelpful.
master's cabin. They held master at knifepoint but left the ship empty handed when crew mustered and sounded alarm. Master reportedly suffered knife injuries (IMB).
master's cabin. They tied up two officers, two duty crewmembers, and the master. Ship's cash and equipment were stolen. At 0252 they took master and the two officers to stern and escaped in a speedboat waiting below, leaving the master and two officers
master's cash, ship's property and personal belongings. After 45 minutes they took master to poop from which they jumped overboard and escaped. Master was reportedly injured (IMB).
master sounded alarm and directed search light toward the boar and fired rocket flares. Six more fishing boats later approached and boarded the unmanned vessel. The incident was reported to the agents as Coast Guard could not be reach by VHF 50NM from
Master tried to contact marine police, but received no response. Master then aised anchor and proceded to high seas to drift 25 miles off the coast (IMB).
Master tried to contact marine police, but received no response. Master then aised anchor and proceded to high seas to drift, 25 miles off the coast (IMB).
master tried to contact port authorities but received no response (IMB).
Master tried to contact port officials but received no reply (IMB).
master was forced at gunpoint to steer the barge into mainland Chinese waters where all seven Hong-Kong Chinese crewmembers were safe on board the barge at Nam Shan Guan in Panyu, Guangdong Province and are being held for suspected trafficking of oil.
master was shot in the leg and some crew members were physically assaulted. The robbers left the tanker and the vessel transited to Cotonou. (Commercial Sources)
master. When master opened his door he was tied up and pirates stole ship's cash and master's belongings. They then robbed cash and personal belongings from other officers and crew before leaving the ship at 1620 UTC. The reported 80 minute duration of
Master, who raised the alarm, activated the SSAS, and mustered the crew. The robbers boarded the vessel, tied up a security guard and broke into four containers on deck. The robbers stole the shore security guard's personal property and cargo from the
measures, and fired flares toward the skiffs, resulting in the pirates aborting the attempted attack and moving away. (IMB, UKMTO)
measures and the boat withdrew. There is no amplifying data to suggest whether this was a pirate approach or surveillance by military forces (IMB, ONI).
MEASURES IN PLACE. SHORE SECURITY PERSONNEL WERE ADDED TO SHIP'S STAFF AND NO FURTHER INCIDENTS WERE REPORTED.
measures to deter boarding of pirates resulting in the pirates aborting the attck. Crew and ship are safe.
measures were enforced and an embarked security team fired warning shots at the skiff, forcing them to abort the attack. No casualties to the crew or ship were reported (IMB, Operator).
measures while contacting coalition forces. The skiffs eventually aborted their pursuit and moved away (IMB).
MEDITERRANEAN SEA. THE MANAGERS OF THE M/V WILDRAKE STRESSED THE FACT THAT THE VESSEL HAD BEEN WORKING IN INTERNATIONAL WATERS. NO EXPLANATION WAS GIVEN BY THE TUNISIAN AUTHORITIES FOR THE SEIZURE. M/V WILDRAKE WAS DETAINED AT THE QUAYSIDE AT BIZERTA.
members and four pirates onboard, and the detainment of fifteen pirates by U.S. forces. (IMB, Press)
members are onboard. A helicopter from the EU naval force Operation Atalanta flew over and visually confirmed the hijacking (Reuters, IMB).
members, assaulted some of the crew and tied them up. They ransacked all cabins, stole vessel's properties, crew member's cash and personal belongings and escaped.
members onboard. Further information is pending (AP, IMB).
members reportedly injured
members rushed to the forecastle. On hearing the alarm and seeing the crew alertness, the robbers aborted the attempted boarding and escaped in their boat. Port control informed.
members were taken hostage. (IMB)
members with their gun belts, particularly on the feet and ankles. In the master's cabin they held a knife to his throat and other body parts and shot into the deckhead while demanding $50,000 USD. He was threatened with a gun and was also beaten with a
men in each. The boats opened fire on one chase boat and attempted to board. The armed guards returned fire and the two boats moved away (IMB).
men, one of whom may have been wounded by a gun fired by Blake. Seven or eight persons wearing hoods boarded the yacht late at night after the crew had returned from dinner ashore. On 8 Dec Brazilian police reported they had arrested seven men in the
men with long, hooked, bamboo poles tried to board. The anti-piracy watch raised the alarm and thwarted their attempt. They were also successful in preventing a second attempt made an hour later.
merchant vessel. One pirate fell off the ladder while trying to board, and the skiffs departed the area. At 1126, the master reported that the two skiffs had returned and that six armed pirates successfully boarded the vessel. All 26 crewmembers were
message and mustered crew in the safe room. The onboard security team returned fire, and after around 20 minutes the firing ceased and the pirates moved away. One security personnel was killed and two sustained injuries from the exchange.
message, increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. The boats came very close to the tanker and suddenly the 2nd boat stopped chasing the tanker, due to engine problem. The 1st boat fired upon the tanker with rpg and aborted the attack as the distance
messages and sounded the general alarm but received no answer from authorities for at least 45 minutes. The pirates were not able to enter the vessel accommodation. They stole mobile phones left on deck by the crew and a satellite dish and fled (LM:
mess-rooms, and galley and stole ships property. The police came on board for investigations when the ship berthed (IMB).
MESS ROOM. THE SHIP WAS UNDER CONTROL OF PIRATES FOR THREE HOURS. PIRATES STOLE SHIP'S STORES AND CREW'S BELONGINGS, BUT NO ONE WAS INJURED.
meters from the tanker. Fuel cans and weapons were sighted and the security team fired one flare towards the skiff and it was ignored by the pirates and they continued to approach the tanker. Two warning shots were fired by the security team and all the
metric tons of Marine Gas Oil and seized personal belongings of the crew.
midship. OOW raised the alarm and crew mustered. Upon inspection a number of stores were found broken into and ship's stores and equipment stolen. Master contacted port control but did not receive any response.
MIIKE, JAPAN WITH A CARGO OF 7,000 TONS OF ALUMINUM INGOTS.THE FIFTEEN CREWMEMBERS WERE SET ADRIFT IN LIFERAFTS ON 29 OCT AND WERE LATER RESCUED BY THAI FISHERMEN 8 NOV OFF PHUKET, THAILAND. THE INDIAN COAST GUARD AND NAVY RECOVERED THE VESSEL OFF GOA,
MILES AWAY BROADCAST AN APPEAL FOR HELP STATING IT HAD BEEN BOARDED BY 6 THIEVES ARMED WITH HANDGUNS AND A MACHINE GUN. THE SECOND MATE WAS FORCED AT GUN POINT TO THE MASTER'S CABIN WHERE THE SAFE WAS OPENED AND CASH AND CREW VALUABLES TAKEN. THE MATE
miles clear of this position and to exercise extreme caution.
miles. Master raised alarm, sounded ship's horn, took evasive maneuvers and the armed security team onboard fired warning shots. The pirates aborted the attempted attack and moved towards their mother vessel, which was waiting at 5 miles.
miles off their starboard bow and began tracking the signal of the allegedly distressed vessel, but did not change course. The bulk carrier caught sight of the suspect vessel within five minutes of receiving the distress call. Due to the frequency of
MILES ON HER STARBOARD BEAM THAT A BOARDING WAS ATTEMPTED.
militant youths from a rival community, in a protracted bitter dispute over an oil-rich parcel of land in the southeastern Nigerian state of Bayelsa. (INFO, REUTERS)
minor injuries. Pirates left in a boat after 90 minutes.
minutes.
MINUTES.
MINUTES BEFORE BOAT DEPARTED.
minutes before turning away. Report is more suggestive of anti-smuggling patrol than pirate activity given use of searchlight andno apparent attempt to approach by stealth.
minutes, first boat with 3 men onboard came alongside and tried to board with a hooked ladder but failed many times. Second boat with 4 men onboard continued to fire on bridge and accommodation and reportedly never tried to board. Captain performed
minutes of chasing.
minutes. Port authorities and coast guard did not respond to calls form the ship (IMB).
missing. After investigation, the incident was reported to the Coast Guard.
missing. The military reportedly believes they were killed by sea pirates; however local media sources stated that they may have been attacked by suspected militants. Commander of the JTF in Bayelsa, Lt-Col Chris Musa, confirmed a shoot out between JTF
mistaken identity of Aden fishermen (UKMTO, IMB, Operator).
Mogadishu, in a deal brokered by Somalia's Provisional Government. The ship and one crew member are being held pending financial settlement.
Mombasa, Kenya. The vessel's crew consisted of 25 Filipinos and one Ukrainian. Pirates boarded the vessel and set fire to it after the crew retreated to the citadel. A coalition warship rescued the crew; however, the ship was lost. (IMB, UKMTO, Operator)
money. After 30 minutes the intruder left. The incident was reported to the local police and the VHF Ch. 72. No injuries to crew (Operator: Noonsite.com).
MONEY AND PERSONAL VALUABLES. NO SERIOUS INJURIES REPORTED.
MOORING LINE AND LOWERED INTO THE BOAT BEFORE FLEEING AFTER STRIKING ONE CREW MEMBER.
mooring line behind. Despite the incident being reported to port control, the pilot station and other vessels via VHF, no action was taken.
MOORING LINES.
mooring lines. The crew was alerted and they sounded the fog horn. The pirates escaped without incident, nothing was reported stolen and there were no reports of injury.
mooring rope. About 20-25 meters of rope was floating in the water and was retrieved back by ship's crew. Further investigation revealed that the bosun store lock was broken and the door forced open. Ship's stores and properties were stolen.
mooring rope, and were lowering another when the alarm was raised. The alerted thieves jumped into the water and escaped in their boats.
more were observed to surface from the skiff floor. As the skiff continued to approach aggressively at a distance of 200 meters from the tanker, the Master authorized the armed team to fire warning shots. After 1 hour 25 minutes, another two white skiffs
MORTARS AND ROCKET PROPELLED GRENADES. THE SHIP WAS SET AFIRE AND WAS HEAVILY DAMMAGED IN THE ACCOMMODATION AND ENGINE ROOMS. FIVE OF THE SHIP'S CREW OF THIRTY-FOUR ARE MISSING. TWO SOLDIERS GUARDING TTHE SHIP AND FIVE DOCK WORKERS WERE KILLED AND A
mothership.
mothership nearby. When the group of skiffs saw the armed embarked security team, they stopped pursuing the merchant ship. The AEST reportedly observed ladders in four of the skiffs.
mother-ship. The position of the mother-ship was 12-28N 044-44E, 25NM southwest of Aden, Yemen (IMB).
mother ship to attack and hijack other vessels (IMB, Australia.TO).
mothership to attack other vessels transiting. All ships are advised to use caution (IMB).
mother ship was also observed. The vessel evaded the hijack attempt. (IMB)
mother vessel, chased and fired upon the vessel while underway. Master raised alarm, activated anti-piracy preventive measures, increased speed, took evasive maneuvers, and directed non-essential crew to shelter in the citadel. The pirates attempted to
mother vessel from which three white hulled skiffs departed and approached the tanker. There were four persons in each boat. This second attack was more resilient and involved sustained small arms fire from one of the boats. During the attack, the
motorboats.
motorboats of about 15 metres in length approached the vessel at high speed. As the motorboats were spotted the crew was alerted, the ship's searchlights were illuminated and flares were fired. At the same time the ship increased her speed to maximum.
motorboat, waiting with three accomplices. Boat was about 7m long with a blue hull (IMB).
motorboat was spotted approaching the vessel at high speed with three men on board. The general alarm was sounded and all crew was assembled on the bridge. By 0500 hrs visual contact with the boat was lost.
MOTORIZED CRAFT WITH SAIL MOVED AWAY.
motor with twomen inside came out from the suspicious vessel and started heading towards the ship. Another three armed men with portable steel ladders and black suits came out. Ship's master raised the alarm and crew manned their assigned station. Fire
MOUTH OF VALLETTA'S GRAND HARBOR AND MOORED ACROSS FROM THE BREAKWATER THUS BLOCKING THE HARBOR TO SHIPS LARGER THAN TUGBOAT SIZE. THE OPPOSTION GROUP WAS ATTEMPTING TO THWART A VISIT OF BRITISH WARSHIPS CLAIMED TO BE CARRYING NUCLEAR ARMS. THE COPPER
moved at a speed of about 17 knots. The container ship increased speed to 25 knots and altered course. After 5-10 minutes, the boats gave up the chase and headed toward the coast.
moved away.
moved away after noticing (Operator, IMB).
moved away after their reported attempt to board failed (ReCAAP ISC).Eight robbers armed with sticks boarded the vessel. Alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped without stealing anything. Authorities informed
moved away (IMB).
moved away. The boat attempted to close in on the yacht twice, at 0830 and 1100 UTC but was unsuccessful (Operator: Noonsite.com).
moved away (UKMTO).
move further offshore.
movement on the forecastle and determined it was not the patrolling watchmen. He sounded the vessel's general alarm. Two small craft with approximately 10-12 persons on board were observed with a searchlight moving away from the vessel. An invesitigation
movements at the forecastle deck. On hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Investigation revealed that the forward rope hatch lock was broken and ship's stores stolen. Incident reported to port authorities via local agent.
moving away. Absent evidence that boat was attempting to come along side this may be another incidence of encounter with the fast smuggling boats which crisscross the seas in this part of the world.
Mukalla, Yemen (14-30N 049-09E). The ship reported a leak in a cargo hold 31 Jul at which time the Captain stated he was taking the ship to Mogadiscio outer anchorage, to await a tug dispatched from Kenya. The ship did not make rendezvous and owners
MUSTERED.
mustered. 14 crewmembers went forward. Seeing the crew, the robbers jumped into the water and escaped in a 30 meter long speedboat. Port authorities asked to be called after one hour when contacted by the ship.
mustered, activated fire hoses and fired rocket flares. Master increased speed, took evasive maneuvers and moved away from the coast. Attempted boarding was averted. No injuries to crew (IMB).
mustered, activated fire hoses, switched on all lights, sent distress signal, made evasive maneuvers and succeeded in preventing the boarding.
mustered and activated the fire hoses. Pirates fired upon the ship and escaped. The master contacted the port control and agent for assistance. Four port security gunmen with a tug came and searched the area at 2245 local time and then boarded the ship.
mustered and approached the pirates with steel pipes. The pirates jumped overboard and escaped with stolen ship's stores.
mustered and armed themselves with crowbars and approached the pirates at the boarding area. The Thrid Officer reported that one of the pirates was armed with a gun, so the Master immediately ordered all crewmembers to retreat back to the accommodations
mustered and boats withdrew (IMB).
mustered and conducted a search of the vessel. Upon investigation it was found that the vessel's properties were stolen.
mustered, and fire hoses were activated. The crew found one boat tied up to the aft bollard. The rope was immediately cut and the boat drifted away. Two robbers were found and detained by the crew. The detained robbers were allowed to climb down into the
mustered and intruders jumped overboard (IMB).
mustered and robbers escaped in two country boats (IMB).
mustered, and robbers jumped into the water escaping with one lifebuoy. Port control and coastguard informed (IMB).
mustered and secured access doors. Robbers escaped empty handed in small boats at 1245 local time. Port control was informed. Master heaved up anchor and proceeded south to drift (IMB).
mustered and switched on deck lights whereupon the intruders jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
mustered, and the vessel increased speed while conducting evasive maneuvering. The crew also activated hot water curtain and foam monitors. After approximately 40 minutes of pursuit, the skiffs moved away. A helicopter was dispatched to the location
mustered, and turned on deck lights, whereupon the intruders fled (IMB).
mustered at the stern whereupon the boat gave up the chase.
mustered. Boat followed for 20 min and then moved away (IMB).
mustered crew (IMB).
mustered (IMB).
mustered in the accommodation area and locked all the doors. The Chief Security Officer contacted the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre and requested assistance. The Centre contacted the Ecuador Maritime Authorities and a coast guard patrol boat was sent to
mustered in the citadel. Later the pirates aborted the attack and moved away.
mustered in the citadel. Rocket parachute flares were fired to warn the approaching skiffs. When the skiffs closed to less than 0.5 nm the onboard security team fired warning shots, resulting in the skiffs aborting the attack and moving away.
mustered in the citadel. The crew exited citadel 90 minutes later and found the pirates had left. They inspected the vessel and noticed that the bridge windows were damaged and ship?s property and supplies were stolen.
mustered, manoeuvred in a zigzag course and enforced anti piracy measures. Master broadcast a security message on VHF Ch. 16 and contacted the piracy-reporting center. Seeing the crew vigilance, the speedboats moved away and regrouped near a fishing
MUSTERED ON DECK.
mustered on the bridge. The pirates were unable enter the locked bridge and escaped upon seeing the crew's alertness.
mustered. Pirates aborted attempt and moved away (IMB).
mustered. Robbers escaped empty handed in an awaiting boat manned by one accomplice. Port control informed (IMB).
mustered. Robbers fired gunshots and escaped (IMB).
mustered. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores. Chittagong port control was informed (IMB).
mustered. Seeing crew alertness, the robbers escaped in two waiting boats. Upon investigation, it was discovered they had broken into the paint store and stole ship's stores before escaping. (IMB)
mustered. Seeing crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in their boat along with eight other robbers. No injury to crew and nothing stolen. (IMB)
mustered the crew. On seeing crew alertness the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with stolen stores. (IMB)
mustered them in the mess room. Ship and crew cash and crew personal items stolen. Some crew members suffered minor injuries. Later the robbers forced the chief engineer and master the sail the vessel under their orders to an undesignated position. Here
mustered, the robbers escaped in a motor boat (IMB).
mustered. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped. (IMB)
mustered. The robbers stole from the ships stores and escaped (IMB).
mustered. Three more speedboats joined the group. Crew activated fire hoses at both sides and stood by with rocket flares. Master took evasive maneuvers and boats moved away (IMB).
mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers aborted the attempted boarding and escaped. Local authorities were informed of the incident.
mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped in their motor boat (IMB).
mustered. Upon seeing crew alertness, the robber escaped with his accomplices. Port control informed.
mustered whereupon boarding was aborted.
mustered whereupon the intruders fled.
mustered. While the attention of the ship's crew was diverted robbers gained access onto the ship probally via the anchor chain and stole ship's store, which was only realized when an inspection was carried out.
mustered, whistle sounded, and fire hoses were activated. No injuries were reported (IMB, Tradewinds.com, Mercury chat).
National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) and attempted to take away scientific instruments after a brief scuffle with the scientists, according to NIO sources. All six scientists are reportedly safe, however it is unclear whether the persons who boarded
NATIONAL PATRIOTIC FRONT OF LIBERIA (NPLF), (RED WITH A BLACK SCORPIAN). MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO EXERCISE CAUTION WHEN SAILING NEAR THE COAST OF LIBERIA. SEE SPECIAL WARNING 78.
nationals. Crew reports indicate 30-50 pirates are onboard. (UKMTO)
NATO advice for the defense of merchant vessels in war, were stolen. The two pirates, wearing black dress with red Arab scarves and armed with machine guns left the ARKTIS SUN unchallenged.
nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Early assessment/detection will allow ships to take evasive measures to prevent boarding and request for assistance. All attacks and
naval authorities in Tg. Pinang. Per 22 Aug reporting, the barge was transporting oil platform spare parts and a joint search operation between the Malaysian Marine Police and IndonesianNavy is underway. Sources said the ship owner in Sibu has yet to
Naval forces were able to push back the men and killed two bandits and apprehended one. No damage was done to the flow-station, which connects oil pipelines. The captured bandit told the authorities that the group mounted the assault to recover the rest
naval security team resulted in the attackers moving away. One crew member received a gunshot wound to the leg and was evacuated for medical treatment, but did not survive.
nearby for approximately 30 minutes. The vessel sped up to the max speed, activated search lights and increased patrols on deck. After 30 minutes the boats moved away and disappeared from radar. Search of the vessel showed no successful boarding attempt
nearby while the remaining two boats approached another ship in the vicinity. Alert crew mustered and robbers left empty handed. Attempts to contact port authorities and patrol boats by VHF received no response.
necessary preventive measures and the suspicious crafts later moved away (IMB).
need of urgent repair. The charterer has not received further communication from the vessel. On 15 November 1996, the Buoy Bandar Shipping Agency informed the charterer the vessel was being repaired off Larak Island, Iran. Private attempts by the
negotiations are currently underway for the release of the vessel. (REUTERS, SAP).
Nigerian militants attempted to board the tanker (FRONT CHIEF) but were unable to do so, then turned their attention to the (LAMNALCO WAXBILL) as it was loading crude oil. The militants abducted eight Nigerians from a nearby tugboat, killing another, and
Nigerian Naval Patrol.
Nigerian rebels and only demanded food. After nearly six hours onboard, the intruders disembarked into speedboats where another five accomplices were waiting. No injury to crew or damage to ship (IMB).
Nigeria (SPDC) at EA field. Heavily armed gunmen with assault rifles, sub-machine guns, explosives and other sophisticated guns were in up to 30 speedboats (approximately 10 gunmen per boat) when they kidnapped seven oil workers, including three
NM east off port of Shanghai. Thereafter owners lost contact with the ship. The ship did not arrive at port of destination, Hong Kong. The fate of the 17 Russian crew menbers, the ship and the cargo are still unknown.
nm ship directed searchlights and crew mustered with activated fire hoses. When contacted on VHF the boat replied it was a warship but did not give its nationality when asked. At 0140 the boat withdrew (IMB).
no action.
no damage was reported. The vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and prevented being boarded (IMB, AFP).
No details are given that indicate; whether, this incident is attributable to the Free Aceh Movement or to Indonesian forces (IMB, ONI).
NO INJURIES TO THE CREW AND NO DAMAGES TO THE SHIP.
No injuries were reported
non-essential crew mustered in the citadel and the Master took anti-preventive measures as per BMP 4 requirements. Machine guns and a rpg were sighted on teh skiff when it came close to a distance of five calbes from the ship. The helicopter arrived on
non-essential personnel mustered in the citadel. The pirates exchanged fire with the onboard security team and then aborted the attack. (ONI, UKMTO)
no report of stolen items from the ship.
north at 7 knots. The group aboard the boat originally consisted of 47 immigrants. Naval authorities from Italy, Tunisia, and Malta came to the assistance and eventually transferred the migrants off the fishing vessel (LM)
noted that there is tension in Port Said following the court decision on the soccer tragedy that resulted in over 70 deaths. As soon as the ship came under fire, it left the port. All passengers and crew are safe, as is the Consular Harbor Master who was
not have the key. Two of the pirates then went to the bridge and assaulted the 2/O. The next watch keeper woke up and saw the movements on the poop deck and raised the alarm. All crew mustered. Pirates escaped with ship's stores, property, crew personal
Nothing was stolen from this vessel. The second boat was boarded, and the perpetrators attempted to cut off two big fenders, however a watchful cruiser nearby chased them off by pointing a light at them. A call for help was made via VHF, but no response.
nothing was stolen. When the robbers had realized, the crew detected their presence and they escaped. The master advised all ships bound for Luanda to maintain a vigilant anti-piracy watch and have all main deck lights on (IMB).
noticed a hook hanging from the poop deck railing with one pirate armed with a knife attempting to board the vessel. Crew informed bridge, raised alarm, and mustered rest of crew. Pirates escaped in their waiting booth with remaining accomplices. There
noticed and raised the alarm and contacted port authorities. The robbers escaped and nothing was reported stolen (IMB).
noticed, eight robbers already on board had detained the AB and laid him on the deck at knife point. Master then raised the alarm and went forward to assist the AB with the help of another crewmember. While attempting to assist the AB, the robbers
noticed the approach and informed the tanker's Master. The Master then raised the alarm, activated SSAS alert, increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. The robbers opened fire while attempting to board the tanker using heaving line attached to a hook.
noticed the attack and notified the crew, who had been unaware of the boarding while they were busy with the anchoring, via VHF. A police boat recovered some of the stolen items
noticed the boat and informed the duty A/B to investigate. The duty A/B discovered the robbers on the poop deck and pursued them.The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with the stolen items in the waiting boat. The alarm was raised and port control was
noticed the padlock of the forward store was damaged. Port authority was informed (IMB).
noticed the pirates and raised the alarm. They also contacted the local port authorities. The pirates later escaped with stolen ship cargo. The crew is safe.
noticed the robbers and informed the bridge who raised the alarm. Seeing the alert crew the robbers jumped back into the water and escaped in a waiting boat with around 10 other robbers. Attempt to contact port control failed.
noticed the robbers at the poop deck and immediately report to the DO who raised alarm. On seeing alerted crew the robbers escaped with stolen ship stores.
noticed the robbers on the forecastle deck and raised the alarm. Upon hearing the alarm and seeing the reaction of the crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with the stolen items they had placed in their waiting boat. The vessel made several
notified and an Italian warship was dispatched to the location (IMB).
NOTIFIED THE DUTY OFFICER ON THE BRIDGE, WHO RAISED THE ALARM AND MUSTERED ALL CREW ON DECK, AT WHICH THE PIRATES JUMPED INTO THE WATER AND ESCAPED.
notified the port authority and local agent. The robbers escaped with stolen stores. All crew was reported safe.
not stop the abductions of four US oil workers. One Nigerian crewmember and three Nigerian naval personnel sustained non-life threatening injuries during the attack and were treated onsite (Agencies).
not to approach any closer. Duty watchman alerted the Chief Officer, who raised the alarm and alerted the crew. On seeing the alert crew, the pirates escaped with stolen ship's stores.
notused. The vessel evaded the boarding. (ONI, UKMTO)
numerousevasive measures the boat continued to close in on the vessel. Thealarm was raised, and the crew was on standby. After 30 minutes theboat aborted its attempt to board. The VTIS Singapore was informed(IMB).
nuts, was removed. There was a gap large enough for the intruders hand to reach through and remove the nuts. The intruders very quickly lifted the forward 6-person life raft, threw it over the side, jumped into the water, and escaped using a small
OBBIA. After this call, the ship's telephone was not responding. The ship had dropped off its shipment of charcoal at Elmaan, Somalia. at 1300 that day.
observed blocking the channel ahead. One of the approximately 12-meter boats acted as a tug to position the floating barrier which was moved to head off the exiting ship. The ship maneuvered around the obstacle and escaped to sea. Calls to port control
obstruct passage and then attempted to board. Master increased speed and boats kept following. Coast Guard responded within 30 minutes and escorted the ship the rest of the way to port (IMB).
occasion resulting in the robbers jumping overboard and escaping in a waiting boat. No response received from port authority when called on VHF.
occupied the ship, attaching themselves to three cranes, for 27 hours.
occurred after the pirate controlled M/V (SEMLOW) unexpectedly departed El Maan, after another negotiation breakdown. This lead some to speculation the pirates used the M/V (SEMLOW) to commandeer the M/V (IBN BATOUTA), but there is no evidence to confirm
of 10 nm. Speedboats increased speed and came within two cables astern. Later, three speedboats made similar attempts to board the ship, but the master and crew took evasive maneuvers and the boarding was averted. (IMB).
OF 111 DRUMS OF COLORANT. TWO UNARMED WATCHMEN WERE PRESENT BUT UNABLE TO INTERFERE. THE ROBBERY TOOK PLACE DURING A BREAK IN LONGSHOREMEN'S SHIFTS.
of 19, and that ship still had 3,000 tons of oil onboard. The "Suci" was orginally hijacked on Nov 22 1996.
OF 50 METERS. THE TANKER'S CREW WAS ALERTED AND THE BOATS WITHDREW TOWARDS DJIBOUTI. REPEATED INCIDENTS OF THIS NATURE HAVE BEEN DESCRIBED AS PIRACY ATTEMPTS BUT ONI ASSESSES THAT THEY ARE LIKELY PART OF A DIFFERENT AGENDA. UNLIKE TYPICAL PIRACY, ALL
of 50 were asleep. The attackers fired one warning shot and severed the ship's communications wires, before leaving the ship with laptop computers, mobile phones and thousands of dollars in cash. One crew member was injured when struck on the head with a
of .7NM down the starboard side. At the time of the CPA, the small craft increased speed to approximately 20kts and headed towards the vessel, crossing the bow closely from starboard to port. The second officer called the captain to the bridge. The
of attack. One vessel was a blue fiberglass fast boat, and the other fitted the description of a local wooden fishing vessel. The boats approached on the port side shooting. The master was unable to confirm whether the boats were working together, or it
of chasing the ship the pirates aborted the attempt.
OF COLOMBO, SRI LANKA. THE PIRATES THREATENED THE CREW AND RANSACKED THE TWO VESSELS. THERE WAS NO ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS FROM THE TWO SHIPS. THE CREWS APPARENTLY OFFERED NO RESISTANCE AND WERE UNHARMED.
of electronics, to include cell phones and laptops, and crew cash.
off all lights, and put the crew on standby in case of another emergency. There were no injuries (Operator).
OFFERED NO EVIDENCE. THE INDONESIAN NAVY IS UNLIKELY TO BE ABLE TO COMPLETELY ISOLATE THE PROVINCE AND TO INTERDICT REBEL TRADE. RISK OF COLLATERAL INTERFERENCE WITH SHIPPING UNDER THE GUISE OF ANTI-REBEL ACTIVITY, AS WELL AS OPPORTUNITY TO BE DAMAGED BY
officer and crewmen rushed to extinguish the fire with fire extinguishers. One robber was found jumping overboard and escaped, upon hearing the crewmen approach. A small boat was noticed waiting nearby. The port control was informed and they informed
Officer and Master. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered while the robbers escaped with four mooring ropes. The event was reported to the Indian Coast Guard.
Officer and watchmen shouted at them (IMB).
officer asked to see their ID, they replied that they did not have one but would go back and return with it. Due to prior police warning about thieves operating in the area and being suspicious, the local police were informed. The police caught one of
officer at the Centre informed the coalition navy which sent a warship and a helicopter that flew over the speedboat and interrupted the attack. The pirates moved away. The vessel continued its passage to its destination port. There was no damage to the
Officer called him on walkie-talkie but did not receive any response. Another crewman was sent immediately to check the forward deck, and found the duty crewman tied up. The Duty Officer was alerted and raised the alarm. Two speed boats were seen moving
officer, chief engineer and second engineer taken hostage. Ship's cash and property along with crew cash were stolen. The pirates made master reduce speed and escaped at 0250 local time (IMB).
officer fired rocket flares at the thieves and they fled but the same ship was later forced to repel another boarding.
officer hostage and forced chief officer and chief engineer to turn over cash and belongings (IMB).
officer hostage. The pirates broke into master's cabin and stole ship's cash and master's belongings (IMB).
officer informed the master and alerted the crew. The suspicious boats moved away, when searchlights were directed towards them (IMB).
Officer. No robber was found upon checking the store, but a life raft in the store had been opened and damaged.
officer on the bridge who raised the alarm. Seeing crew alertness the robbers escaped with ship stores. Port authorites informed.
officer raised alarm and crew mustered. Robbers escaped in a speedboat (IMB).
officer raised alarm and mustered crew. Seeing crew alertness the robbers aborted the attempt and moved away. 30 minutes another boat with five robbers approached the vessel from astern and attempted to board the vessel. Once again alert watchkeeping
officer raised alarm and the boarded jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting speedboat (IMB).
officer raised alarm and the intruder escaped in a waiting boat (IMB).
officer raised alarm, crew mustered, directed search lights, switched on deck lights, and activated fire hoses. Craft then change course and attempted to board at stern before eventually moving away (IMB).
officer raised alarm. Robbers jumped overboard with ropes and escaped in their boat (IMB).
officer raised the alarm and conducted evasive maneuvers. The armed men aborted the attempt due to the alertness of the crew. Port authority and ships in the vicinity were informed (IMB).
officer raised the alarm and reported the incident to port authorities. Seeing the alerted crew, the pirates aborted the attempt and moved away.
Officer raised the alarm; the crew mustered and searched the area. It was found that the robbers had unscrewed all the butterfly nuts of the forecastle hatch. However, as the hatch was locked from inside the robbers could not enter the store. Nothing was
officer received injuries on his fingers. The robbers stole money from the master and crew personal belongings (IMB).
officer. Robbers caught the A/B, threatened him with a knife and took his personal belongings. Alarm was raised, ship's whistle sounded and crew was mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped. A/B received minor injuries (IMB).
officer. Robber threatened the A/B with the knife. Deck officer raised the alarm and the robbers jumped overboard and escaped emtpty handed in a small boat. Port authority informed.
officer shouted at the robbers who jumped overboard and escaped in their waiting boat. Upon investigation, three padlocks were broken and some engine spares were stolen. Port control was informed.
officer sounded whistle and mustered crew (IMB).
Officer's passageway and the extra third officer was found with a gunshot wound to the arm. At 0345 the Chief Officer, Second Officer, and Radio Officer entered the Master's cabin and found him bound and dead from a gunshot wound to the head. The
officer. The duty officer raised the alarm and all crew were mustered. The crew then attempted to corner the robbers and prevent escape, but the robbers fired four shots and escaped with ship's stores. No injuries to crew were reported. Incident reported
officer were attacked and taken to the master's cabin where the pirates stole ship's cash. After the attack, the master heaved anchor and shifted away from the coast. (IMB)
officer were ordered to board the naval vessel where they were beaten and it was demanded they pay $5,000 for their release. Master negotiated amount to half that plus provisions and third officer was held until extortion was paid.
Officer, who alerted the Master and other crew members. Upon seeing the alerted crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in their small boat. Port control was informed, who later informed the Master that the robbers were detained and the stolen
officer who raised the alarm. After being detected by the crew, the robber escaped. During a search, the crew noticed that the robber had tried to enter the steering gear room, but it was locked from the inside. The robber escaped empty handed.
officer who raised the alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the robber jumped into the sea and escaped with two other accomplices waiting in a boat (IMB).
officer, who raised the ship?s alarm and whistle. Robbers immediately jumped overboard and escaped. The incident was reported to Tg. Priok port control but there was no response (IMB).
officer who sounded the alarm, whereupon the intruders fled. Nothing reported stolen.
of fishing vessels, while traveling from Maldives to Malaysia. The vessel managed to fend off the attackers (www.bluewater.de).
of fishing vessels, while traveling from Maldives to Malaysia. The vessel managed to fend off the attackers (www.bluewater.de, IMB).
OFF PURSUIT AFTER ABOUT 30 MINUTES.
off Sarawak when it was surrounded by the seven boats maneuvering around it at about 14 knots. While crew operated powerful searchlights the tanker increased speed and eventually shook off its apparent pursuers. The suspected mother ship hung in the
offshore.
off some mooring ropes and jumped into the water and escaped with the stolen stores. Port control informed.
off the starboard beam and the starboard quarter. Each boat was about 12 meters long, wooden hull, blue in color and fitted with four large sea horse power engines. The four men in the boats were wearing blue oilskins. Vessels in the vicinity were
of no less than eight wearing dark camouflage clothing approached the vessel on port quarter with a CPA of 1-2 cables. No arms or ammunition was visible. There was one tanker about 2NM ahead and three vessels meeting off port bow. The OOW observed a
of ship. The boats straddled the ship's course with a line strung between them.. Ship altered course and increased speed and during the maneuver one of the boats scraped past amidships without damage. Although the motive, if any, of the boats is unknown,
OF STATE ISSUED SPECIAL WARNING NUMBER 113 ADVISING U.S. MARINERS TO AVOID YEMENI PORTS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. ONI DOES NOT BELIEVE THERE IS ANY CONNECTION BETWEEN THIS INCIDENT AND THE REPORTED "ATTEMPTED BOARDING" OF SHIPS IN THE SOUTHERN RED SEA.
of the crew retreated into the citadel. Pirates stole cash and personal belongings. Prior to escaping, the pirates captured and kidnapped the Chief Engineer and Master. The remaining 18 crewmembers arrived safely at port.
of their belongings. Alarm was raised and robbers escaped in their speedboat (IMB).
of them informed the gangway watch keeper that robbers had just stolen ship property from his ship and were making their way towards their ship. The duty officer raised the alarm and due to the timely information provided by the ship's captain, prevented
OF THE NORTHERN SOUTH CHINA SEA. LOOKOUTS INFORMED THE BRIDGE OF THE APPROACHING SPEEDBOAT.
of the robbers, the chief officer raised the alarm. The robbers tried to gain entry to the winch house and accommodation block but did not succeed as the rooms were secured. They eventually aborted the attempt after 5 minutes and left the vessel. It was
OF THE SHIP. SHIP TOOK EVASIVE ACTION AND ALERTED CREW AND, AFTER TEN MINUTES, BOATS DEPARTED.
of the vessel was killed and one other crewmember was injured, according to sources (AP, Reuters).
OF TWO CREW ON DUTY WAS HIT ON THE HEAD AND TIED UP. BOARDERS FLED EMPTY HANDED WHEN OTHER CREW APPEARED; SHIP DIVERTED TO SINGAPORE TO PUT INJURED CREW MEMBER ASHORE.
oiler, stole engine spares, and escaped. The oiler managed to release himself and raise the alarm. Authorities informed. (IMB)
oiler, to join them as they left the ship. The attackers also demanded that the vessel return to the same spot, in two days, to exchange additional goods as ransom for the safe release of the two seafarers.Attempts are being made to contact the attackers
oil. Fifteenof the tanker's 16-man crew were held for two days in the ship's cabins before being cast adrift in a faulty motorboat. One Thai national, an oiler, was held on board, allegedly because he knew how to operate the ship's valves. The crew in
oil terminals and production fields have experienced significant violence during the past year from local tribes and townspeople seeking greater share in proceeds from oil exploration and production.
onboard an escorting vessel. Both vessels evaded capture. (ONI, UKMTO)
onboard approaching at high speed from both sides of the vessel. He switched on deck and over side lights, raised the alarm, mustered the crew, and conducted evasive maneuvering. Upon seeing razor wire around the vessel, the men in the speed boats ended
onboard armed security team fired warning shots resulting in the pirate attack being aborted.
Onboard armed security team returned fire with warning shots and the pirates aborted the attempt. Crew and vessel safe.
onboard did not assist
onboard (IMB, Reuters).
onboard (IMB, Reuters, AP).
onboard. On 15 Oct 08, officials from the Puntland region rescued the vessel after a firefight with the pirates (IMB, LL).
Onboard security team fired warning shots at the skiff as a result the skiff stopped approaching.
onboard security team fired warning shots. The skiff aborted the chase and rejoined the mother ship which was doing around 9 knots.
onboard security team. The skiff approached the vessel at a speed of around 25-30 knots. Master raised alarm, sent a distress signal and altered course. As the skiff closed to around 1000 meters, the onboard security team launched a rocket flare and
onboard, taking up stations on deck. Pirates were On board for only a few minutes. No injuries reported.
onboard the cruise ship returned fire and sprayed them with water hoses, forcing the pirates to retreat. The pirates reportedly linked to the failed attack were later captured by Spanish naval forces (AP, BBC, IMB).
onboard. The yacht skipper defended himself with home made Molotov Cocktails after which the attackers desisted.
onboard took preventive measures, resulting in the pirates aborting attack and regrouping with their mother vessel. (IMB)
onboard were armed with automatic weapons. The skiffs chased the vessel and opened fire at it. The captain increased speed, activated fire hoses, fired rocket flares, and made evasive maneuvers which prevented the pirates from boarding. The vessel
onboard with automatic weapons. The duty officer raised the alarm and mustered the crew on the poop deck with projectiles to throw. The vessel shot three rocket flare signals toward the boats to acknowledge their detection. The pirates abandoned their
on bridge who sounded alarm. Pirates escaped empty handed but two crew members received knife wounds (IMB).
Once there, the master was forced into his cabin. The thieves stole about $10,000 (US) from the safe and fled. There were no injuries reported.
one at the bow and the other at the stern, increased its speed and proceeded towards the ship. The gunmen in the speedboat at the bow started firing in the air and waving their arms signaling to stop. This was soon followed by gunmen in both speedboats
One crew member reported injured in the fight.
one hour, approaching the vessel as close as 0.7NM. No shots were fired. (IMB)
ONE TELEVISION SET. THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED.
One trawler master was forced to contact the owner and demand a ransom of about $132,000. The boats were robbed of their catch, documents and equipment and the crew taken to Aceh and beaten up. The hostage crew were released 5 Feb on payment of a ransom
on forecastle. They were gone by the time crew arrived.
on his head from gun shots fired by the pirates. Vessel sustained damages from bullets and RPG fire. Vessel resumed voyage on intended route.
on (IMB).
on lights, increased speed took evasive maneuvers. and fired eight distress rockets at the pursuing boat. No injuries reported but ship was struck by several bullets. At least one of the pursuers was reported armed with a submachine-gun
Onne port.
Onne when unidentified gunmen in two speedboats reportedly ambushed the vessel that was transporting eight navy seamen. The Addax Company stated that one of the firm's contractors was killed in the attack, while one naval personnel and a crewmember were
on rounds. The alarm was raised and the authorities were informed. The crew searched the vessel but did not find the robbers.
on scene to provide assistance (AFP, IMB).
on sighting the warship.
on the bridge. Authorities arrived on time and detained the robbers (IMB).
ON THE LAST. THE ATTEMPTS OCCURRED 4 MAR AT 2300 LOCAL TIME, 5 MAR AT 0300 LOCAL TIME AND 6 MAR AT 0300 LOCAL TIME. ALTHOUGH REPEATED ATTEMPTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED, UNSUCCESSFUL ATTEMPTS ON THREE SUCCESSIVE NIGHTS IS HIGHLY UNUSUAL.
on the piracy watch on deck spotted the vessel by spot light. At that time a gun was pointed at the Duty AB and two pirates armed with AK-47s boarded the vessel. The Master, Chief Engineer, Second Officer and pilot were all held hostage. The Chief
on the poop deck and investigated to find out that a man was in the process of climbing the rope with a knife in his mouth. The duty watch immediately informed the bridge and the general alarm was raised. Upon hearing the alarm, the robber escaped in an
on the poop-deck. They then jumped overboard and escaped. On inspection, the robbers had managed to gain access and steal ship stores by cutting the padlocks to the store. Port authority was informed (IMB).
on, the whistle was sounded and police assistance was requested by VHF via the pilot station. The police again failed to arrive at the vessel, and investigations after the attack found that two containers stowed on deck had been tampered with.
open craft.
opened fire and destroyed the ship's communication system and then stole ship's stores and personal belongings before departing after 30 to 40 minutes. No crewmembers were injured (IMB).
opened fire on the vessel for approximately 30-45 minutes with the AK47s and shot two rounds from the RPG, causing damage. The captain took evasive maneuvers and escaped. The entire incident lasted approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes (IMB).
opened fire with automatic weapons and an RPG. The vessel sustained damages but escaped due to evasive maneuvering. The skiffs returned to the mother ship (IMB, AP).
opened fore peak store and escaped with life raft and other ship's property.
opened his door, four pirates rushed inside, assaulted him and tied him up. The thieves stole ship's cash and master's cash and personal belongings before taking him to poop deck from which they escaped in a narrow boat (IMB).
open paint locker, stole a large quantity of stores and escaped. Local authorities informed (IMB).
open sea. Boat moved away (IMB).
open sea for drifting.
open the padlock to a storeroom and stole ship?s stores. The alarm was raised and the robbers escaped in the waiting boat (IMB).
open the rope storage hatch. Both men leapt from the vessel into the water upon realizing that they had been detected, where a small boat alongside was waiting for them. Inspections conducted after the incident revealed that one coil of mooring rope had
operate at a heightened state of readiness (UKMTO).
operated form another trawler which had been hijacked some days before.
OPERATING ILLEGALLY INSIDE CHINESE WATERS. CHINESE FRONTIER POLICE ARE REPORTED TO HAVE ACCEPTED THE CAPTAIN'S ASSERTION THAT HE STRAYED INTO CHINESE WATERS INADVERTANLY BUT ARE ALSO UNDERSTOOD TO HAVE SEIZED THE SHIP'S CARGO. IN PAST INSTANCES CARGO HAS
operations. The alarm was raised, the crew mustered, and the intruders fled. Local authorities were informed. The coast guard sent six personnel to the ship and a thorough search was conducted. No intruders were found. No one was injured. No loss of
operations. The robbers stole ship's stores and escaped unnoticed (IMB).
(Operator)
Operator).
(Operator, IMB).
(Operator, IMB, UKMTO).
(Operator, IMB, UPI).
(Operator: safetyandsecuritynet.com).
ordered them to stop. One man shot at the police who then opened fire, shooting 5 shots in return. One perpetrator was shot in the stomach, and one jumped in the water. One perpetrator walked off the dock with his hands on his head and a police pistol
ORDERED THE PILOT TO STOP THE SHIP AND DEMANDED THE GANGWAY LADDER TO BE LOWERED. THE PIRATES BOARDED THE SHIP AND SAILED IT TO THEIR REBEL BASE AND ANCHORED IT. THE 19 CREWMEMBERS WERE TAKEN ASHORE BUT LATER RELEASED. NO HARM WAS DONE TO THE CREW (IMB).
ordered tosail to Bissau. The vessel was accused of violating pollution regulations and held in port for a week while the charges were processed. In order to secure the ship's release, a negotiated settlement was reached and the local authorities agreed
ordering the master to open the ship's safe and stealing all the cash. One deck cadet was injured in the attack.
other identification, approached from stern at about 16.5 knots. Boat equipped with what appeared to be 16mm machine gun. Crew, in military uniform, waved to tanker to stop but did not identify themselves. Captain maintained course and speed. Warning
other military assets in the vicinity assisted tanker. (IMB)
other robbers stole ship's stores. The alarm was raised and the robbers escaped with the stolen stores. Port authority was informed (IMB).
others injured (REUTERS, LM).
other stayed within 700 meters at port side. Later, the craft passed stern of barge and proceeded north (IMB).
others tried to break into the provision stores. On seeing the mess-man entering the provision store area, one robber caught him and threatened him with a knife, while the others escaped. The alarm was sounded and upon investigating, it was found that
other valuables. Per 02 Nov reporting, the four men were arrested and will be brought to Honiara, Solomon Islands prison, where they are expected to receive further associated charges including simple larceny and malicious damage (LM: SIBC).
other valuables were stolen. Vessel was enroute to Pasir Gudang, Malaysia.
other vessels in area and called UKMTO Dubai to report situation. The two craft came within 0.5NM, and two more small craft approached within 1NM. Master raised alarm, mustered crew, transmitted Mayday, activated Distress via INMARSAT-C, and increased
other vessels. The master altered course and contacted coalition warships for assistance while the crew activated counter-piracy measures. The speedboat chased the vessel for 20 minutes and aborted the attempt upon arrival of a coalition helicopter
OTHER WEAPONS." SHIP TOOK EVASIVE ACTION, CREW MUSTERED, AND BOAT WITHDREW.
out a search in the area.
out for investigation.
overboard.
OVERBOARD.
overboard and escaped.
overboard and escaped. A few padlocks were opened and damaged, but no stores were stolen. (IMB)
overboard and escaped (IMB).
overboard and escaped in a waiting boat. Nothing was stolen.
overboard and escaped in their boat.
overboard and escaped in their boat with the stolen stores. Port control informed.
overboard and escaped. Nothing stole. No injuries to crew (IMB).
overboard and escaped. Port authorities informed. (IMB)
overboard and escaped with a life raft.
OVERBOARD AND ESCAPED WITH SHIP'S STORES.
overboard and escaped with ship stores. Ship activated SSAS, informed port control and local agent. No one was injured.
overboard and escaped with the ships stores. The attempt to contact local authorities was futile (IMB).
overboard and fled.
overboard and fled when crew raised alarm. Crew lowered lifeboat and recovered raft (IMB)
overboard and he was recovered unharmed after the ship's alarm was sounded and the attackers fled in their boat.
overboard empty handed
overboard, escaping in a small wooden boat with two other accomplices. Nothing was reported stolen (IMB).
overboard. One was subsequently rescued and the other 9 are dead or remain missing. Tug and barge hijacking is becomingincreasingly common in Indonesian waters; the vessels are slow, lightly manned, and hug the coast. Typically, the tug's master is taken
OVER CONTENTS OF SHIP'S SAFE AND ALL PERSONAL BELONGINGS AND MONEY. PIRATES FLED WITHOUT NOTICE OF ANY OTHER CREW. USUAL PRECAUTIONS HAD BEEN TAKEN WHEN PASSING THROUGH THIS AREA. NO PERSONAL INJURIES WERE REPORTED. CASH AND PERSONAL EFFECTS STOLEN EQUAL
OVERPOWERED AND LOCKED IN THEIR CABINS WHILE PIRATES TRANSFERRED 2,200 TONS OF CARGO WORTH USDLR700,000 TO AN UNKNOWN TANKER AT A LOCATION BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN SOUTH EAST OF JOHORE BEFORE DEPARTING IN THE OTHER TANKER. CREW FREED THEMSELVES 26 SEP AFTER
overpowered the deck watchman, took over his intercommunications microphone and tied him to the winch. They then unlocked the aft mooring stores, and stole two mooring ropes and two lifebuoys. They also broke open the CO2 room and dry provision store.
overpowered the master and stole cash and valuables worth about $13,000.
owners contacted the Piracy Reporting Centre (PRC) and asked for assistance. PRC contacted the Indonesian SAR and Navy HQ, who acknowledged and informed the PRC that they have relayed the message to the local authorities to render necessary assistance.
owners had received a security alert saying the vessel was being pursued by two small boats. Approximately three hours later, the owners received an email from the vessel confirming that 16 to 18 pirates carrying machine guns had gained control of the
padlock on the emergency entrance and stole ship's propverty. During the incident the robbers assaulted and injured one crew member. Robbers were very aggressive and shouted at police whoe arrived at scene. Later the robbers escaped. (IMB)
padlock to the steering gear room was found broken.
PAGONA took evasive maneuvers to evade the boarding.
PALAWAN ISLAND. THE OILER BEING A QUALIFIED ENGINNER WAS KEPT ON BOARD TO PROBABLY OPERATE THE ENGINES. INTENTION OF THE HIJACKERS IS UNKNOWN. 2. THE SILVER MED WAS SIGHTED IN SINGAPORE TERRITORIAL WATERS AT ANCHOR OFF SULTAN SHOAL ON 28 SEPTEMBER 1988 .
Panamanian-registered vessel and held the master hostage while they stole $20,000 from the ship's safe and escaped. There were no injuries to the crew. Later the same day, Malaysia reported it is going to place uniformed police officers armed with
panga with four men onboard wearing what appeared to be paramilitary clothing. As the vessel slowed down, the men pulled out shotguns and pistols and then boarded the vessel. At gun point, they tied up all three crewmembers and then stole cameras, money,
paralleled ship's course and speed until the starboard craft increased speed to 24 knots and come close aboard. Craft had open deck with three to five persons sitting along the sides. Ship's crew directed searchlights at the ship and sent VHF warnings.
paraphernalia was sighted, but the skiffs followed the vessel for 15-20 minutes.
part of the cargo and escaped. (IMB, Commercial Sources)
PART OF THE GANG LEFT BY MOTORBOATS WHICH WERE BROUGHT ALONGSIDE DURING THE INCIDENT; THE OTHERS LEFT BY THE GANGWAY. THE CREW WAS UNHARMED.
parts from the engine room, before escaping in a speed boat. The crew was not injured. (ReCAAP)
parts. The watch engineer found the motorman, untied him and informed the bridge, who raised the alarm. Port control was informed. The Malaysia coast guard boarded the tanker for investigation (IMB).
passed down The ship's side and fired a rocket flare into the superstructure. The small boat then circled under the ship's stern but was unable to catch up. There were no injuries and only minor damage.
patrol boat (IMB).
patrol craft approached the vessel.
people in each boat armed with automatic weapons. They were in a spread formation fast approaching. The vessel called for assistance from nearby Coalition warships in the area. They took evasive maneuvers to starboard in order to establish intentions.
PEOPLE ON BOARD DRESSED IN MILITARY JACKETS AND CAPS, SIGNALLED THE VESSEL TO STOP. THE MASTER REFUSED AND ALL DOORS WERE IMMEDIATELY LOCKED. 10-15 SHOTS WERE FIRED AT THE VESSEL. THE MASTER FIRED TWO EMERGENCY FLARES AT THE BOAT, CAUSING THE PIRATES TO
people were wounded. Investigators are still trying to determine the motive for the attack (LM: monstersandcritics.com).
perpetrator jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting boat (IMB).
perpetrators jumped overboard and escaped in a small boat. Preliminary checks indicated that two reefer extension wires were stolen. There was no report of injuries to crew. The local agent informed the Indonesian authorities at Semarang about the
personal belongings and an oiler was injured (IMB).
personal belongings and caused minor injuries to the crew members. On the 13 August, the vessel was released and safely arrived at the Lagos Anchorage.
personal belongings, and escaped with no injuries to the crew. (IMB)
personal belongings and hand radio. A/B managed to free himself and raised alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, robbers jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
personal belongings and kidnapped the Master, First Officer, Second Officer, Chief Engineer and a crew member, and then escaped. The vessel sent SSAS and requested assistance. The vessel and the rest of crew members were unharmed.
personal belongings as a Coast Guard patrol craft approached the vessel.
personal belongings before releasing the vessel. The crew and dhow are safe and proceeding to a port in Somalia (IMB, Xinhua).
personal belongings, cash, and vessel documents and certificates before escaping. The incident was reported to the owners and the Master made a police report upon arrival at Kuching, Malaysia.
personal belongings. Crew suffered only minor injuries.
personal belongings from the Master. The intruders reportedly left the ship after only ten minutes.
personal belongings (IMB).
PERSONAL EFFECTS AND CASH AND STOLE THE SHIP'S GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) EQUIPMENT.
PERSONAL VALUABLES. MASTER RAISED ALARM AND THIEVES ESCAPED.
personal working onboard, the robbers went unnoticed (IMB).
person appeared to be carrying a gun. Vessel took evasive maneuvers with fire hoses activated (Operator, IMB).
personnel effects and demanded he call the captain. The chief officer saw the pirates and raised the alarm whereupon the thieves jumped overboard and escaped in a speed boat.
persons in the bow and others visible on deck made repeated maneuvers to intercept or pull alongside the yacht which outsailed its pursuer. VHF requests for identification were unmet.
persons on board approached the ship. The officer on watch was informed, alarm raised and the crew mustered. The robbers noticed the alert crew and aborted the attempt (IMB).
persons onboard the boat.
Philippine-flagged Ro-Ro Cargo ferry Saint Francis Of Assisi. Before fleeing, the man demanded 50,000 pesos ($1,925 US) from the crew and passengers. He took the 24,000 pesos ($925 US) that was collected, and the hostage and escaped aboard a life raft.
Phillipine gunboat fired a warning shot for the intruders to stop. One boat fled, the other tried to ram the Navy gunboat. A chase ensued, ending when the Philippine Navy boat ran out of fuel and it's guns jammed. The encroaching vessel was described as
phones and cash, at gunpoint and injured the 13 crew when they resisted (INFO).
phone, two suitcases full of clothes, three outboard motors (15HP and 25HP Yamaha brands), several cartons of cigarettes, and identification documents. Police say the details of the offenders are sketchy and it is believed the men used a canoe to get to
Phuket, Thailand. Six masked men armed with pistols came along side in their 20 feet long, two 300 HP Yamaha engine speedboat. They boarded the vessel and forced the ship master to reduce the speed of the vessel. They held the five Thai crewmembers at
Phu Quoc), Kien Giang Province. The arrested pirate will be turned over to Cambodian authorities after the Vietnamese conclude their investigation. Two accomplices fell or jumped overboard during the chase and were not apprehended (INFO).
piece of shrapnel and will require medical assistance.
pieces of manhole covers and the stern light solar cell. The Master discovered the items missing upon arrival at Kuantan Port. The crew was not injured.
pilot onboard, who reported it to Port Control.
pipe by dismantling the anchor chain metal guard and then forced their way into the forecastle store by breaking the watertight door padlock hinge. Incident reported to the authorities.
piracy maneuvers and evaded the attack.
piracy reporting center who informed coalition forces. The pirates opened fire on the vessel causing minor damages. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers which prevented the speed boat from closing in (IMB).
Piracy Reporting Centre to inform them of the situation and requested immediate assistance from warships. Two of the three boats continued to follow at a distance of 2.5NM. The Master suspected that the perpetrators may be armed with machine guns and may
PIRATE ATTACK.
pirate mother ship and departed the area. (ONI, UKMTO)
pirates. A boarding team from the Rotterdam was making an approach on a suspected dhow near the coast when they came under fire from ashore and from the dhow itself.
PIRATES ABORTED THE ATTEMPT.
pirates aborted the attempted attack.
pirates aborted the pursuit. No crew was injured and no damage was reported (UKMTO).
pirates aborting the attempted attack and moved towards their mother vessel. The mother vessel was observed picking up the two skiffs.
Pirates are demanding a ransom of RM144,000 from the owners for the release of the crew. It is believed that, the pirates are holding the fishermen on an island off Langkawi. Malaysian and Thai police have launched a joint search for the fisherman and
PIRATES BLEW UP THE ENGINES OF TWO OF THE TRAWLERS AND ESCAPED WITH THE ALIYA AND ITS CATCH OF FISH, VALUED AT US $50,000. AT LEAST 14 FISHERMEN WERE KILLED. THIS INCIDENT WAS REPORTED BY TWO SURVIVORS.
Pirates boarded but were unable to gain access to the citadel, and the vessel was eventually freed by CMF, with four pirates detained. (IMB)
pirates boarded their boat and robbed. A Milne Bay provincial disaster officer said the crew sustained injuries from sharp objects and were receiving medical treatment at the Alotau hospital. The captain jumped overboard near Valeta point around 2300
pirates boarded the vessel very quickly making it difficult for her helicopter to take preventive action without endangering the Saldanha's 22 crewmembers.
Pirates continued firing at the vessel and attempted to board but failed due to effective preventive measures. Later, pirates aborted the attempt.
PIRATES DEPARTED 8-20N 105-27E.
pirates. Engine spare parts were discovered missing. The watchman was threatened with knives by the three intruders before their escape. No injuries to the crew were reported.
pirates escaped empty handed.
pirates in two speedboats. The master took evasive maneuvers, increased to max speed and turned to a course of 090 degrees. Machine gun fire and some form of projectiles were reportedly directed at the vessel. At 1420 UTC, the small boats were reported
pirates made several attempts to board the vessel and finally managed to gain access. All crew entered the safe room/citadel. Master iformed the authorities that all crew safe in citadel and that they were able to control the vessel. When the pirates
pirates may use the vessel as a mothership to attack other vessels.
pirates moving away.
pirates off.
pirates onboard and approached the vessel and opened fire. The Master contacted the coalition warships on VHF 16 but received no response. Anti-piracy measures were enforced, the speedboats followed for ten minutes before moving away (UKMTO, IMB,
pirates onboard, approached and fired upon the vessel's superstructure area resulting in several areas damaged by bullets. The Master ordered the crew into the citadel. After the vessel engaged in evasive maneuvers the pirates broke off the attack. (IMB,
PIRATES OVERTOOK FOUR WORKERS AND THE WATCHMAN ON THE TERMINAL, AND THEN ROBBED THE CREW AND SHIP'S SAFE. VARIOUS DECK EQUIPMENT WAS ALSO STOLEN, WITH AN ESTIMATED LOSS OF US $10,000 IN CREW PERSONAL EFFECTS AND CASH. THE ENTIRE ATTACK TOOK LESS THAN 15
PIRATES ROBBED THE CREW MEMBERS OF CASH AND OTHER VALUABLES. 2. ON AUGUST 7, 1989 A PANAMANIAN-REGISTERED FREIGHTER OPERATED BY A JAPANES-FIRM WAS ATTACKED BY FOUR PIRATES OFF THE SAME ISLANDS WHILE ON THE WAY TO JAPAN FROM SINGAPORE. PIRATES ROBBED THE
Pirates said they were members of GAM and left.
pirates skiff after the vessel managed to escape. Upon boarding the skiff, they discovered an RPG, four AK-47s, two grenades, and a knife (Operator, BBC, AFP).
PIRATES SPED AWAY ON THE BOAT.
Pirates stole cash and personal belongings of master and crew. They left the ship and headed into Indonesian waters. No injuries to crewmembers. The crew who jumped overboard is missing.
pirates. The attackers tied up the crew and roughed up some of them while stealing equipment and money from the vessel. The Joint Rescue Coordination Centre for southern Norway was alerted about the attack. The attackers did not leave the vessel until
pirates then retreated and headed to another vessel.
pirates. There were no injuries or damage to property or pollution (UKMTO, Operator).
pirates. The suspected pirates opened on the boat, killing the two mobile policemen before robbing the passengers of money and other personal effects (LM: allafrica.com).
pirates to move away.
pirates was launched from the fishing vessel. The skiff approached the vessel with a speed of approximately 20 knots but stopped and aborted the attack at a distance of around 0.2 miles. The attempt attack lasted around 25 minutes.
pirates were armed with automatic weapons and RPGs. One speed boat with six pirates attempted to board but the vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and the boat retreated. The speed boats attacked the vessel again and fired an RPG, which resulted in slight
pirates were armed with guns and rpgs. The tanker increased speed, took counter-piracy measures, contacted authorities, and activated SAS. As the skiffs approached the vessel thety opened fire. The pirates aborted the attack. (IMB)
pirates were captured while the rest were able to escape (IMB).
pistols and knives appeared in the wheelhouse. The pirates bound the Chief Mate and two crewmen who were on watch, and robbed them of their watches and cash. The Chief Mate was then forced to lead the pirates to the Master's cabin. The Master was awoken
PLACE ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE BEGINNING OF THE TAMIL WAR FOR A SEPARATE HOMELAND WITHIN SRI LANKA AND, AS SUCH, WAS PREDICTABLE AS TO TIMING IF NOT TARGET. IT DOES ILLUSTRATE LTTE ABILITY TO STRIKE AT TARGETS ON THE ISLAND WIDELY SEPARATED FROM THEIR
plans. After a thorough search of the ship, the gunmen found more than $8,400 (US) and boxes of computer hardware equipment. They also seized all of the VHF equipment. After the pirates departed, the master contacted the pilot station for assitance and
planted by terrorists or as part of intense business rivalry but the ferry bombing came at the same time as bombings apparently aimed at U.S. and Filipino troops in Zamboanga City
POCC Singapore.
Point (20-49N, 017-06W). All vessels not signaled (without previous permission) and detected within this zone will be seized. Vessels which are supplying Aaiun and Dakhla should report their intentions 24 hours in advance.
pointed a gun at the A/B who took cover and informed the D/O. The robbers managed to lower the rope into a waiting boat and escaped. Coast guard and port control were informed.
pointing a gun at him. They entered the bosun store. The other duty crew informed the OOW, who raised the alarm. The crew mustered. The port control was informed but the call was ignored. The pirates stole from the ships stores and escaped in a motor
pole, with a hook attached to it. The officer on watch was informed, alarm raised, crew mustered, and port control informed. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers aborted the attempt (IMB).
POLICE ARRESTED ONE OF THE PERPETRATORS.
police complaint.
Police dispatched a police boat which found the tanker off Pulau Lebar. The pirates subsequently surrendered and were taken to Langkawi for investigation (IMB).
Police dispatched a police boat which found the tanker off Pulau Lebar. The pirates subsequently surrendered and were taken to Langkawi for investigation (IMB). Two crewmembers were later arrested, under suspicion of being accomplices to the hijacking.
Police dispatched a police boat which found the tanker off Pulau Lebar. The pirates subsequently surrendered and were taken to Langkawi for investigation (IMB). Two crewmembers were later arrested under suspicion of being accomplices to the hijacking. It
police. (IMB).
policemen. Master denied them entry and pirates became violent and broke glass panels on bridge wing door and entered bridge. They assaulted the master, causing him injuries, and demanded money. They entered master's cabin, located the safe, stole cash,
police report (IMB).
police stated that act was not piracy but "bad behavior" from some locals.
poop deck store. The robbers escaped after the crew was alerted and the alarm sounded.
poop deck. The master raised alarm, took evasive maneuvers and non-essential crew mustered in the citadel. The ship's whistle was sounded continuously and the search light was directed towards the third boat. The boat altered course and moved away. The
poop deck. The master raised the alarm, mustered the crew and announced over the public address system about the incident. Nothing was reported stolen (ReCAAP).
portable ladder and ropes were seen in both boats. The master raised the alarm, mustered the crew, contacted local authorities on VHF channel 16, and left anchor. After the crew alerted, the robbers aborted the attempt. The master reported that the same
portable VHF gear. Four broke open bridge door and took duty officer and able seaman hostage. Others gathered crew and tied them up while they cut the ship's communications, took control of the ship, slowed its speed and navigated for half an hour,
port and starboard sides simultaneously and opened fire with guns. An operator from the terminal was taken hostage and brought onto the ship. General Alarm was sounded but one deck officer and three sailors were captured on deck. All of the doors to the
Port authorities informed (IMB).
port authorities on VHF but received no response (IMB).
PORT AUTHORITIES. THE CREW LOCKED DOORS AND HID IN THEIR CABINS. AFTER 1.5 HOURS THE PIRATES LEFT THE VESSEL. NO INJURIES REPORTED AND NO SIGNS OF DAMAGE OR THEFT. AT 1950 LOCAL TIME THE SAME DAY, PIRATES ATTACKED THE VESSEL WHILE BERTHED AT TECONT QUAY.
port authorities were reportedly not answered.
port control.
Port Control and Coast Guard.
Port control informed and security police boarded for investigation (IMB).
Port control informed (IMB).
Port Control office and local Coast Guard office notified.
port control was informed. The ship's crew mustered and took necessary anti-piracy measures. The robbers jumped into the water and escaped in their waiting boat. The police patrol boat came for investigation (IMB).
port control was informed. The ship was advised to drift 15NM away from the pilot station (IMB).
port control was informed via VHF. Later, the ship moved 30NM away from fairway buoy (IMB).
porthole and forced master to hand over ship's money, totaling $20,000.
port sides. After two and a half hours, armed men abandoned attempt. No shots were fired. (Operator)
port, was lured into the Somali coast by an apparent deceptive distress flare and then surrounded by a fleet of small boats. There is some confusion as to how far to sea the hijacking occurred, with accounts giving the initial encounter as for out as
port where it discharged its cargo. After departure, the security team began to demand money and attacked the crew, taking control of the bridge. Crewmembers were still able to control the steering and engineering spaces of the ship. The Combined
port-wing and bridge. The merchant vessel increased speed causing the skiffs to break off their attack. Rpgs were seen but not used. All crew on board the merchant vessel are reported as safe and unharmed, and the vessel is continuing en route to its
positioned themselves two miles ahead of the ship and then followed for 45 minutes. Crew activated fire hoses and the boats moved off at 0900.
POSITION GIVEN AS A REFERENCE NOT AS LOCATION OF INCIDENT.
position given as reference not as positon of incident.
position to resist the attack. A maritime patrol aircraft and two French helicopters arrived at the location and the pirates aborted the attempt.
POSITION WAS ON 10 OCT WHEN CLEARING BONNY. THE HONG KONG OWNERS OF THE VESSEL HAD REPORTED IT OVERDUE, AND THEN SAFE 12 OCT, BEFORE THE ATTACK OCCURRED THE FOLLOWING DAY.
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POSTED) ARMED WITH MACHETES. THE PIRATES BOUND AND GAGGED THE CHIEF ENGINEER IN HIS STATE ROOM AND ROBBED HIM OF MONEY AND PERSONAL EFFECTS. THE CHIEF ENGINEER FREED HIMSELF AND NOTIFIED THE MASTER. SUBSEQ UENT SEARCH OF THE SHIP REVEALED THAT THE
pounding on the hatches and companionway door. The skipper fired a couple of flares out of a salon hatch which scared off the perpetrators (Operator: Noonsite.com).
prepared fire hoses. Upon seeing crew alertness, the robbers aborted the attempted attack. Port control was informed (IMB).
prepared grapnel hooks for boarding. Alert crew raised alarm and activated fire hoses. Attempted boarding was averted (IMB).
PRESENCE OF WATCHMEN ON SHORE DID NOT DISTURB THE THEFT AND THE ROBBERS REPORTEDLY LOITERED ON THE QUAY BEFORE DEPARTING THE HARBOR AREA. THE SHIP WAS ATTACKED 6 NOV AT THE SAME PORT.
presumed the crew and vessel were robbed. Pirates departed the tanker and with the crew safe, the vessel proceeded to Douala.
prevent boarding (IMB).
prevented form boarding by alert crew.
prevented the pirates from boarding. No injuries to crew and no pollution. After breaking off the two boats were reported to be drifing in the same vicinity.
prevented the pirates from gaining access.
prevent them from boarding. A German helicopter responded and fired warning shots at the speed boat, forcing them to abandon the attack. One crew member was reportedly injured. The vessel rendezvoused with a coalition warship to treat the injured crew
previously hijacked merchant ship was reported to be in the vicinity during the hijacking of the fishing vessel. (IMB)
prints were noticed near the store. Incident reported to the local authorities through the agents.
PROCEEDED ON DECK ARMED WITH A HAND GUN. THE SHIP'S WHISTLE WAS BLOWN . THERE WAS AN EXCHANGE OF GUNFIRE AND THE PIRATES FLED THE VESSEL VIA THE MOORING LINES. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE INCIDENT WAS REPORTED TO THE FEDERAL BRAZILIAN AUTHORITIES.
proceeded to a safe port.
proceeding to the ship master?s cabin to demand money from him. They took cash from the ship?s safe, the ship master?s camera, mobile phone, and his personal belongings. They released the second officer before leaving the vessel. Upon release, the second
PROCEEDING TOWARDS THE CHINESE COAST. FEB 15, 94 LLOYDS LIST: M/V ALICIA STAR ARRIVED SINGAPORE AFTER BEING DETAINED IN SHAN-WEI. ENTIRE CARGO OF CIGARETTES CONFISCATED BY MAINLAND AUTHORITIES, CREW UNHARMED.
process of lowering ropes into a waiting boat and informed the Master who raised the alarm and alerted the crew. The crew tried to recover the ropes by using the winch but the robbers cut off the ropes and escaped.
process of stealing stores. When confronted by the crew, they jumped overboard to a awaiting speedboat (IMB).
prompting a counterattack that left 12 assailants dead, according to a navy spokesman. No sailors were reportedly killed during the clash (LM: Aljazeera.net, AP).
prompting warning shots to be fired in their direction. A helicopter was deployed, which intercepted the two skiffs as well as a third boat, likely a mothership. A search of the skiffs uncovered ammunition and RPG rounds. The suspects were eventually
propelled grenades and small automatic weapons fired from small boats.
properties.
properties and escaped unnoticed. The incident occurred was reported to the local agent and the port authorities.
properties and stores. The alarm was raised and the crew alerted. The incident was reported to coastal authorities (IMB).
properties, crew cash and property, and escaped. The crew was reported safe and the vessel continued her passage.
properties stolen. One deck watchman was tied up (IMB).
PROPERTY.
property and escaped. Port control informed (IMB).
property and stores (IMB).
property. Upon being spotted by the crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Port authorities were informed (IMB).
protection money.
protesters remained in place. Protesters left the ship 14 Jul after 90 hours.
PROVIDED THE SHIP WITH FUEL AND PROVISIONS BEFORE RELEASING IT. THE CREW WAS REPORTED UNHARMED.
provide (Mercury chat).
Province has ordered increased military and police patrols in the area which is plagued by armed separatist groups.
PROVINCE OF VIETNAM. NO EXACT INFORMATION ON WHERE OR WHEN THE VESSEL WAS BOARDED WAS GIVEN. REPORTEDLY, THE VESSEL HAS BEEN DETAINED SINCE THE BOARDING FOR ALLEGEDLY ENCROACHING ON VIETNAMESE WATERS. THE OWNER/OPERATOR OF THE VESSEL REFUSES TO PAY A
Province. The owners of the cargo had negotiated the ransom down from 400 million Rupiah to 100 million, but the abductors became frustrated when that amount was not paid the cargo owners reportedly held out for a sum of 70 million. The ship's captain
PULAU PENGKIK.
pulling away, when crew switched on the lights and challenged with Aldis lamp and VHF (IMB).
pull up their catch. The victims managed to jump overboard but climbed back into the boat five minutes later, not realizing the pirates were still on board. They were relieved of their valuables and dropped off two hours later at Bakong jetty on Carey
pump boats strafed and fired a grenade launcher at the two cargo vessels. A chief engineer and his apprentice on the cargo vessels were hit by shrapnel from an M79 grenade launcher (LM: ABS-CBN news, Xinhua).
purpose machine guns attacked the security post at the terminal and engaged soldiers in a prolonged gun battle. Sources reported that the militants had difficulty in berthing near the Mobil installation which appeared to have been their target, however,
PURPOSES. THE IRANIAN NAVY INTERCEPTED THE DANISH FLAG CARGO SHIP HORNELAND AND DIVERTED IT TO A SOUTHERN IRANIAN PORT BECAUSE IT WAS OSTENSIBLY CARRYING EXPLOSIVES DESTINED FOR IRAQ. THE IRANIAN NAVY COMMENTED, IN THE IRANIAN MEDIA, THAT THE IRANIAN
pursued (BYISK) for two days in the Sea of Japan and put protesters aboard 3 Jun, removing them when the Russians said the ship would return to Russia with the cargo. When the ship resumed course toward Japan the activists tried to reboard at sea but
pursuit (IMB, Operator).
pursuit (Operator, IMB).
quantities of ship's stores and equipment stolen.
quarter. A crewmember on watch duty was hit on the head with an axe and severely injured. The robbers broke the lock of the spare gear room and escaped with the ships equipment. The alarm was raised, the crew mustered on the bridge and went in one group
quarter and one boat came within 100 meters. They followed the vessel for five minutes. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers and informed coalition forces. After approximately 12 minutes, the boats aborted their pursuit and moved away (Operator, IMB).
quarter and passed behind in a distance of three cables. The vessel then moved in a north northwest direction with a speed of about 18-20kts. The vessel had a white hull and was an open type boat. No weapons were sighted. The vessel is underway from the
quarter. Duty officer raised alarm, switched on deck lights and raised alarm, whereupon boats moved away (IMB).
quartermaster hostage and took him to the master's cabin door and forced him to knock. When master answered the thieves rushed into his cabin. Master was tied up and taken to bridge where duty officer was already being held. When Chief Officer finished
quarter. The master raised the alarm, fired rocket flares, increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers. The attack was aborted after approximately 20 minutes. No injuries to the crew were reported while the tanker sustained minor damages (IMB).
quarter. Two other craft approached the ship on the port and starboard bow. The vehicle carrier increased speed, and raised the alarm and sounded the whistle.The small craft reduced speed and moved away (IMB).
quick action of the crew the thieves managed to steal one mooring rope.
radar approximately 6NM away when the CPA became less than 1NM. In order to pass suspicious vessel on her stern. Upon making this course change, suspicious vessel then altered her course to once again bring CPA to less than 1NM. Master then employed a
radio and threatened to kill him if he screamed. The robbers then stole ships stores. When the duty officer on bridge could not get a response to his routine call on radio, he instructed another crewmember to look for him. The second crewmember noticed
RADIO CONTACT WITH BRIDGE. AT 0415 HRS ON 16 SEPT TWO PIRATES WERE OBSERVED REMOVING MOORING ROPES FROM AFT WINCHES. DESPITE BEING CHASED BY PIRATE ARMED WITH KNIFE, WATCHMAN MADE IT TO SAFETY AND SOUNDED GENERAL ALARM. THE TWO PIRATES THEN ESCAPED WITH
radio silence.
radio. The bosun was subsequently wounded by the gunmen before other crew came to assist. The robbers escaped via speedboat. The injured crew member was hospitalized.
RAFFLES LIGHTHOUSE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FAIRWAY.
raft.
rafts and escaped. The port authorities were informed; however, no action was taken (IMB).
raid. The (SWISSCO 12) is a specialized barge equipped with tools for installing optical fiber cable. The Bangladeshi government has undertaken special measures to protect the vessel, from further attack by deploying a 15 member security team to guard it
raincoats". Whatever else is happening in this area, ONI does not assess that these incidents represent attempted piracy given their occurrence during daylight hours and lack of success In boarding ships. Although hostage taking for ransom, such as
raised.
RAISED.
raised alarm.
raised alarm, activated SSAS alert and increased speed. The skiffs chased the vessel for some time and then aborted the attack. (IMB)
raised alarm, activated SSAS, increased speed, took evasive maneuvers, contacted an Iran warship by VHF for assistance, and the crew mustered in the citadel. The boats followed the tanker for 30 minutes and then moved away.
raised alarm, activated SSAS, started main engines and maneuvered away from the approaching boat. Non-essential crew retreated into the citadel. No injuries resulted from the incident.
raised alarm and boarding attempt was abandoned (IMB).
raised alarm and boarding was averted (IMB).
raised alarm and crew mustered, but robbers threatened them with guns and escaped in their boat. Port control informed (IMB).
raised alarm and crew mustered, but the thieves escaped with ship's stores (IMB).
raised alarm and crew mustered. One boat came very close to stern and persons inside attempted to board. Crew activated fire hoses and boats moved back and later moved away (IMB).
raised alarm and crew mustered. Robbers escaped in their boat with ship's stores and a life raft (IMB).
raised alarm and the robber escaped (IMB).
raised alarm and thieves jumped overboard and escaped.
raised alarm, crew mustered and switched on deck lights. At 0430 LT another unlit boat was observed 2NM of port bow of the ship. Both boats altered course towards Socotra at 0445 LT and moved away.
raised alarm (IMB).
raised alarm (IMB, INFO).
raised alarm, increased speed, sent distress message, activated SSAS and non essential crew members mustered in the citadel. The pirates closed in to a distance of 60-70 meters and fired upon the bridge and superstructure, using automatic weapons. At
raised alarm, increased speed, took evasive maneuvers, and instructed all crew except the bridge and engine crew to muster in safe area. The pirates attempted to board the tanker from the port side and at the same time kept firing at the bridge and
raised alarm, increased speed, took evasive maneuvers and instructed all crew except the bridge team to take shelter in the citadel. The pirates attempted to board the tanker several times and finally they managed to hang a ladder on the razor wire
raised alarm. Robbers aborted the attempt due to crew alertness.
raised alarm. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a speedboat waiting with two additional accomplices. Port authorities were informed (IMB).
raised alarm. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped without stealing anything. (IMB)
raised and crew mustered. Boat abandoned chase after 45 minutes (IMB).
raised and crew mustered, whereupon the intruders stole stores and escaped.
raised and crew used flares to repel boarders who jumped into the water and fled. Master states, this was third attack on his ship, at this port in two months (IMB).
raised and intruders jumped into the water. Authorities responded within ten minutes of being notified
raised and men escaped with lines.
raised and searchlight was trained on them.
raised and the crew moved forward. Upon seeing the alert crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores. All crew safe.
RAISED AND THE CREW MUSTERED. THE MASTER CONDUCTED EVASIVE MANEUVERS AND ATTEMPETD TO CONTACT COALITION FORCES VIA VHF CH 16, BUT RECEIVED NO RESPONSE. THE SUSPICIOUS BOAT ABORTED AHE CHASE AFTER APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES.
raised and the crew mustered. The pirates aborted the attempt and moved in SW direction towards another vessel drifting 7.5NM away. All vessels in the area warned via VHF radio (IMB).
raised and thieves escaped. Coast Guard arrived to investigate after four hours.
raised, fire hoses were activated, deck lights and search lights were activated, and vessel engaged in evasive maneuvers. After several attempts, the robbers aborted the attack. (IMB, Commercial Source, Open Source)
raised (IMB).
raised the alarm, activated SSAS, started the main engines and maneuvered away from the approaching boat. Non-essential crew retreated into the citadel. All crew was reported unharmed.
raised the alarm and engaged in evasive maneuvers. (Comercial source IMB)
raised the alarm and mustered the crew. The crew noticed that two containers had been broken into and some ships stores were missing. The released AB said that during his rounds on the main deck, two robbers armed with knives attacked him and tied him
raised the alarm and mustered the crew. The vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and fired rocket flares. Coalition forces in the area were also informed. A NATO warship in the vicinity responded and chased the skiffs before eventually capturing the armed
raised the alarm and sounded the fog horn. Upon being detected the robbers escaped. On inspection it was noticed that five container seals had been broken and contents of one container pilfered. Port control informed.
raised the alarm and the robbers escaped. The local authorities were informed (IMB).
raised the alarm. Armed police arrived on the scene and tried to stop the robbers but the robbers resisted. The police opened fire and one robber was injured. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped. There were no injuries to crew and nothing was stolen
raised the alarm, increased speed, and conducted evasive maneuvers. The pirates fired upon the vessel, but later aborted the attack. No injuries to the crew were reported. The ship sustained minor damages. One mother ship, 10-15 meters in length was
raised the alarm. On hearing the alarm and seeing the crew's alertness, the robbers jumped into the water and escaped with stolen stores. Coast Guard was notified and dispatched a patrol boat to search for the robbers, who had disappeared.
raised the alarm. On hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped empty-handed in their boat. Port Control was contacted, but received no response.
raised the alarm. On hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped empty-handed. Port Control contacted, but no response received.
raised the alarm. Port control and local agents informed.
raised the alarm; resulting in the robbers escaping empty handed. Port authorities were informed. All crew are safe.
raised the alarm, sounded the ship's whistle, and the crew mustered. Upon seeing the alert crew, the alleged pirates aborted the attempt (IMB).
raised the alarm. The robbers escaped after stealing the ship's stores. (IMB)
raised the alarm. The robbers fled in a small wooden boat. The crew mustered, checked the vessel, and reported the ship's stores stolen. Marine police were informed. (Open Source, IMB)
raised the alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers climbed down into their boat and escaped. The master broadcast a security alert message to all ships in the vicinity and tried to call Balongan radio but received no response (IMB).
raised; the crew mustered and activated the fire hoses. The suspicious craft approached a second time and followed the ship for ten minutes before finally moving away (IMB).
raised the ship's alarm and mustered the crew. Upon investigating, the crew saw the forecastle door open and a rope ladder rigged. The robbers had broken into the forecastle store, stolen ship's stores, and escaped. No injuries to the crew were reported.
ram the patrol craft and firing rifles. The intruding vessel attempted to escape but was brought to shore by 3 Phillipine Navy ships. Phillipine investigaton revealed the 20 man "Pirate" crew was entirely Chinese. General Arturo Enrile, Armed Forces
range of 2.5 nm. Craft increased speed to 35 knots and came within 1 nm. Crew mustered, switched on deck lights and fired three rocket flares at the boat. Boat with drew toward a reported "mother ship", believed to be a tug. Increasing report of
ran into the accommodation and locked all entrance doors. The duty officer was informed, then raised the alarm and mustered the crew. The pirates immediately jumped overboard and fled in the waiting wood motor boat. The two watchmen had light injuries.
ransacked master's cabin and destroyed ship's communications equipment (Operator).
ransacked the forward paint and rope storerooms. They took 1,900 liters of paint, 60 kilograms of grease, one coil of 16 millimeter rope, jet chisels and strippers, shovels and buckets. The master attempted to contact local authorities ashore but
ransacked the vessel and stole property including the radio. The family then made temporary repairs and proceeded to Aden. In November another Australian yacht was attacked in the same area. In that case Yemeni Coast Guards subsequently arrested four of
ransacked the yacht and stole stores and provisions
ransom. The family could not raise ransom so captain offered his vessel's equipment and catch. Pirates relented and returned captain to the vessel.
ransom. The vessel and its remaining crew have been released.
ransom was paid. Armed men stole crew belongings and money before disembarking the dhow (IMB, LM: AFRICA NEWS).
rare.
reached the main deck level, the duty AB hit him and he fell overboard. The port control responded after nearly two hours (IMB).
received (IMB).
receiving the news of the kidnapped fishing boats. The police stated a suspiciously moving mechanized boat was spotted and challenged. The boat then open fired on the police and the policemen retaliated. According to reports, after the gun battle, the
recovered some of the stolen items. Suspects are under investigation and soon will be charged in the court (IMB).
recovery of spent M-16 shells and discarded military clothing from their boat.. The is the first major robbery in Sabah state's waters since a 26 Feb crackdown began against all crime including illegal immigrants and squatters.
reduced speed to 15 knts. After 10 minutes, another unlit boat joined and both kept trailing the ship. At 0215 UTC both boats moved away (IMB).
REEFER REPORTED THAT ALTHOUGH THE SHIP'S CREW HAD BEEN VILIGANT IN KNOWN DANGER SPOTS THEY DID NOT MAINTAIN THE USUAL PRECAUTIONS IN THE BANGKA STRAIT BECAUSE IT WAS DAWN. THE PIRATES CRAFT WAS NOT SEEN BY THE BRIDGE WATCH. THE PIRATES ROBBED THE
refrigerator containers and a liferaft. Upon discovery of the robbery, master reported to the port state controle centre and the Philippines coast guard. Coast guard conducted investigation and advised to take precautionary measures.
regained control of the ship. No damage to the ship and no casualties.
REGION OF SOMALILAND WHERE A RANSOM IS EXPECTED TO BE DEMANDED.
released after suffering minor injuries. After the attack, the Guayaquil Port Authority responded to the vessel's request for assistance.
released and the incident is being investigated further.
RELEASED. (BAHARI KENYA) WAS SEIZED 25 JUL WHEN 30 ARMED MEN STORMED THE SHIP AND KIDNAPPED ITS CREW OF KENYANS AND ITALIANS.
released on 22 July.
released the hostages. The crew and dhow are reported to be safe and proceeding to a safe port.
releasing the ship and the crew (IMB).
remained in their boat. Deck watchmen spotted the robber and raised the alarm. Seeing crew alertness, the robber escaped empty-handed.
remained safe.
remain high risk for the next 24-48 hours, and the general area due south of this position will remain high risk for the next 24-96 hours, as weather conditions continue to be conducive to small boat operations.
remaining in the boat stole zinc anodes around the vessel's rudder and propeller.
removed door from its hinges.
removed four protesters in a dingy which had attached itself to the ship's anchor chain as it approached port.
removing lengths of mooring line until they moved about 100 meters away form the ship at 0245 just prior to the arrival of port authorities.
repatriated. Negotiations to free the tug were unsuccessful and an attempt to tow it free with another chartered tug ended in failure when SIR RAPHAEL touched a sand bar carrying away the towline. The following morning the tug had been beached by high
repelled by crew.
repelled the initial boarding attempt. At 0300 the robbers returned and got on board, pursued the deck watchmen and threatened them with long knives. They then stole some mooring line. At 0400 the robbers returned a third time and stole two or three zinc
REPORT.
REPORTED.
Reported attacked. Ten more boats were reported robbed in March 1998.
reported incident to Coast Guard which took no action (IMB).
reported it to authorities, but there was no initial response.
reportedly 25 crewmembers onboard. The vessel was enroute Bin Quasim, Pakistan (Bloomberg, IMB, LM: Xinhua, Maritime News Russia).
reportedly began to chase the vessel at a speed of 17kts. A coalition warship was contacted and responded to the emergency call. When the warship arrived, the suspicious boat began distancing from the vessel and eventually moved away. The suspicious boat
reportedly boarded and robbed a tug in the same area of stores (IMB).
reportedly called his family on 24 Mar 09, claiming he was being held by pirates. The vessel is currently being held at anchor near Garacad, Somalia (Reuters, IMB, yachtpals.com).
reportedly closing in at a distance of five cables. The crew was alerted, rigged fire hoses and posted extra lookouts. Another speedboat was sighted visually, and a weak echo of which was also sighted on the radar on the port quarter at a distance of
reportedly entered the port, safely, despite sporadic firing on the port area by militiamen demanding a unspecified amount of money from the Alliance.
reportedly holding the pirates at Port Klang.
reportedly kidnapped (LM: ITV.com).
reportedly onboard with no passengers. No further information to report at this time (AFP, IMB).
reportedly shot in the leg during the attack (IMB).
REPORTEDLY TOOK NO ACTION AFTER REPORT WAS MADE.
reported missing and the thieves had already left the vessel.
reported one of the pirates fell off and was recovered by the skiff. Two coalition warships responded and were able to intercept the skiff and arrest the suspected pirates (Reuters, ONI).
reported stolen(IMB).
reported storeroom locks broken. Nothing was missing. (IMB)
reported thieves waved at him as they worked. Coast guard did not respond until 30 minutes after the incident.
reported to be 1 mile away from skiffs but is not yet considered to be safe. Crew members have mustered in a safe room and the Master remains on the bridge making best speed to evade boarding. This area will remain high risk for the next 24-48 hours as
reported to be the ships captain. Representatives of the vessels operator assured the men are well and talks concerning their release are currently underway (LL, UPI, VOA News).
reported to bridge. Alarm raised and crew mustered. Robbers escaped upon hearing the alarm. Port control informed and a police patrol boat came but no investigation had been done.
reported to d/o. Crew mustered and SSAS activated and port authorities informed. Robbers broke into a container and escaped 50 mins later in their boat (IMB).
reported to port authorities (IMB).
reported to the Bangladesh Coast Guard (IMO).
reported to the Malaysian Navy and Coast Guard/MMEA. After nearly 40 hours the Maritime Authorities located and freed the vessel.
reported to the Port Authority. The criminals stayed on board for about 3 hours. (ONI)
Reporting Center contacted the Nigerian authorities and foreign naval forces requesting assistance for the crew and vessel. The Nigerian authorities despatched a helicopter, which located the vessel, and directed a warship to the location. The vessel was
Reporting Center that the distance between the boat and the ship was increasing. Vessel continued passage to destination port.
reporting that it was under attack and that the vessel (ROBIN'S NEST) reported having repelled boarders with a flare gun, but the suspect vessel was continuing pursuit. The Joint Interagency Task Force South (JIATFS) diverted the (USS ROBERT G BRADLEY)
reporting the incident on VHF Ch. 16, but received no reply. The speed boats abandoned their pursuit after 10 minutes (Operator, IMB).
reports one local stevedore was assisting the thieves. Police boarded to assist master.
report that these precautions have proved useless because those ships are being attacked by more sophisticated priates using fast powerboats. The report further stated that the pirate's main targets are ships carrying containers loaded with electronic
REPORT WAS FILED.
required medical assistance. The ship left the anchorage but no further details have been reported.
rescue boat, engines, and the cargo loading computer. The ship's funnel was repainted, name changed and IMO number removed. During transfer of the vessel's cargo to another vessel, the hull was damaged. Prior to escaping, the pirates stole cash, personal
rescued by another vessel. The gunmen injured other crewmembers and stole military firearms. There are conflicting reports that the attack between this incident and the Naval vessel at the NLNG plant were the same or happened simultaneously (LL, REUTERS,
rescued by passing ships.
responded after 20 minutes advising ship to seek safer waters in the open sea. No injuries were reported.
responded by firing flares at the boat. No injuries were reported aboard the tug, which lost and later regained its tow. Assailants aborted any attempt to take the vessel and returned in the direction of the Aceh Coast.
responded promptly but were unable to apprehend any of the perpetrators who escaped with crew valuables and cash from the safe. Master was hospitalized with serious head injuries.
responded to ship's distress call and circled the location until the boats withdrew and ship had left the area (Operator).
responded to the mayday and sent an aircraft. The speed boats chased the ship for around 20 minutes and closed to a distance of one mile astern of her and then aborted the chase due to the ships superior speed. The Indian coast guard continued to give
responded with gunfire, killing the Chief Mate and wounding one other officer, who was hospitalized (INFO).
response.
response was received.
resulting in approximately RM $25,000 worth of losses. There were two other robbers waiting in the getaway speedboat. During the robbery, two of the crewmen did not comply with the robbers demands and were hit on their heads with the machetes. One of the
resulting in the robbers escaping in their boat. Cargo operations stopped and all crew were mustered. Cargo operations resumed only after a thorough search of the vessel.
resulting in the skiff moving away.
RESULT OF WHICH THE BOAT "FLED."
retreat and depart the area. Several other vessels in this area during this period also reported suspicious activity. (UKMTO)
retreated into the accommodation. Alarm raised and crew mustered. Seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped without stealing anything. Incident reported to port control. Deck patrols increased.
retreated to the main deck and alerted other crew members. Crew with crowbars arrived at poop deck but by then the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with stolen ropes.
returned fire. Warning shots were fired again and as a result the skiffs moved away.
returned fire which resulted in the skiff aborting and moving away.
RETURNED TO THE ACCOMMODATION AND SOUNDED THE SHIP'S ALARM. THE THIEVES JUMPED OVERBOARD AND ESCAPED. COAST GUARD INFORMED.
returning to Polilio Island after discharging its cargo on the mainland. Two passengers who had earlier boarded after asking for a ride to Polilio Island took control of the boat and shot dead three crewmembers including the captain. The criminals then
returning to the ship found their cabin doors open and cash and a passport were missing from one of the rooms.
revealed that the bosun store's door was forced open by the robbers.
revealed that three containers seals were broken but nothing was stolen. Port control informed.
rifle.
Risk Intelligence/MaRisk).
River with Calabar Pilot onboard. Master raised alarm, increased speed, sent distress message, activated SSAS, and had non-essential crew members mustered in the citadel. The pirates aborted the attack and moved away when they heard the ship?s alarm. No
robbed. Some property onboard the barge was discovered missing later on the same day, when the Master carried out checks on the barge. The robbers escaped with offshore installation parts, spare towing wire bridles, towing shackles, and delta plate.
robbed the deck watchman. His VHF radio and his wristwatch were taken along with the anchor chain protection pipe and paint from the Bosun's store. At 0520 hours six crew members and two officers inspected the vessel and found that the pirates had left
robbed the ship's safe and kidnapped the captain before escaping (IMB, Reuters).
robber approached the duty watchman with a long knife. The duty watchman ran away and the ship's alarm was raised. Robbers escaped with no injuries and nothing.
robber armed with a knife running towards him. The OOW raised the alarm and alerted the crew. The robber stole ship's equipment and escaped by the ship's messenger line. Port control informed (IMB).
robber escaped.
robber jumped overboard and escaped.
robbers aborted the attack and moved away. At 0330 local time, another boat with nine robbers approached the anchored tanker; however, they too aborted and moved away upon seeing the armed navy personnel.
robbers aborted the attempt and escaped. Incident was reported to the Mamonal port control who informed the coast guard.
robbers aborted the attempt and moved away (IMB).
robbers aborted the boarding attempt and moved away. Master reported the incident to TOGO Navy, who dispatched a patrol boat to search the area.
robbers and notified the Duty Officer, who raised the alarm. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped in the waiting boat. The Coast Guard was informed and investigation revealed the ship's stores were stolen.
robbers approached the crew and threatened him. The watch officer raised alarm and alerted crew. Robbers escaped with ship stores. Incident was reported to the coast guard who boarded the vessel for investigation. (IMB)
robbers, armed with a knife, boarded at main deck between hatches one and two. Duty crew noticed the robber and the robber jumped overboard and escaped in a boat. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The vessel moved to a new position, about 90nm
robbers armed with knives near the forecastle lowering ship stores. Seeing the robbers with the knives, the crew waited until the pirates had departed before going forward to investigate. It was noticed that the hawse pipe cover was removed and the paint
robbers attempted to assault the shore guard who alerted the crew. Upon seeing the alert crew approaching, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in two waiting boats. The boats had around 12 more robbers in them. No injuries to crew. Ship's equipment
robbers boarded and stole ship's stores (IMB).
robbers boarded at port side. Robbers threatened duty seamen and tried to break into storerooms. Crew mustered and robbers escaped. Port control and coast guard informed (IMB).
robbers boarded the vessel via the poop deck and stole ship?s stores before escaping. Local authorities were informed and boarded the vessel for investigation (IMB).
robbers continued to try and gain access into the accommodation. As all entrances were locked the robbers were unable to gain entry into the accommodation and aborted their attempt. Master informed port authorities who alerted the coast guard. No
robbers entered bridge and accommodation and stole ship's cash and equipment. All crew safe.
robbers escaped 40 minutes later. Local authorities were informed (IMB).
robbers escaped empty handed.
robbers escaped empty-handed.
robbers escaped empty handed in an unlit speedboat. Harbor authorities were informed (IMB).
robbers escaped immediately. Later, a police patrol boarded for investigations. Anti-piracy watch doubled up. No injuries to crew (IMB).
robbers escaped in their boat. Master informed authorities but received no response (IMB).
robbers escaped. Master reported to port authorities and a patrol boat arrived for investigation and surveillance (IMB).
robbers escaped. Port control informed.
robbers escaped using a black speedboat. Nothing was stolen. (IMB, Open Source)
Robbers escaped with ships stores in a small boat. Port control informed (IMB).
robbers escaped with stolen ship's stores. All crew safe.
robbers from boarding. Robbers jumped into the sea and escaped in their boat with their accomplices.
robbers had left the vessel and when the ship's crew went forward to heave up the anchor. The incident may have occurred when all crew was assembled in the accommodation during port authorities inspection (IMB).
robbers held a knife at his throat and tied him up. Robbers opened forward locker and tried to steal ship's stores. Duty officer raised alarm and crew mustered. Robbers stole ships equipment and escaped in an unlit boat. Master called port control but
robbers (IMB).
robbers jumped back into the water and escaped in their speed boat (IMB).
robbers jumped into the water and escaped, nothing stolen. Port control informed. A security boat came and conducted a full search of the area (IMB).
robbers jumped overboard, and escaped empty handed leaving behind two large screwdrivers (IMB).
robbers jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
robbers jumped overboard and escaped in an unlit boat. Port authority was informed (IMB).
robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting boat. (Open Source, IMB)
Robbers jumped overboard and escaped in their boat with the life-rafts. Police searched the area but could not apprehend robbers (IMB).
robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Port control informed (IMB).
robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Three containers were found open with seals broken (IMB).
robbers jumped overboard and escaped with nothing stolen upon seeing the alert crew (IMB).
robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship stores. Coast Guard informed, who came out to investigate.
robbers left them. Bridge was immediately informed and alarm raised. Robbers managed to escape with stolen items. The incident was reported to port authority.
robbers left without stealing anything else. One of the fire hoses was cut in two but robbers left it behind. No injuries to crew. The port control was informed (IMB)..
Robbers left with the stolen goods in a small boat.
robbers, raised the alarm, and informed Master. The robbers escaped with the stolen ship's stores. VTIS and Coast Guard informed.
robber's representative was willing to sell the stolen items back to the Master.
robbers sheilded themselves with rain coats and continued their attempt to board. The Master heaved up anchor and proceeded away from the attempted boarding. The Togo Navy was informed.
robbers stole cash and personal belongings from the crew. They also damaged equipment before escaping in a speedboat. The captain notified port security and local police who are investigating the incident. ReCAAP Comment: The incidents involving both the
Robbers stole personnel effects, money, watches, lap tops GPS, and radios etc. Robbers also stole expensive tanker equipment. No injuries reported (LL).
Robbers stole ships stores and broke seals of two containers before escaping.
Robbers stole ship's stores and escaped.
robbers swam to another berth and escaped. The Master informed the port control. The port police arrived an hour after reporting (IMB).
ROBBERS THEN ESCAPED IN THE DIRECTION OF TANJUNG TOHOR.
robbers. The O/S grappled with two of the robbers while the other two jumped overboard with the stolen property. The two remaining robbers also jumped overboard and escaped as additional crew members approached them.
robbers threatened the crew with knives and escaped the vessel with the ship's stores. Later at 1512 UTC, two more robbers attempted to board the vessel but aborted the attempt after seeing the alert crew. (IMB)
robbers threw stones at them and managed to escape. The master informed authorities and a security boat arrived ten minutes later to conduct an investigation (IMB).
robbers were seen jumping overboard. Inspections showed ships stores were stolen (IMB).
robbers with a big heavy black bag and he tried to stop them. The robbers pushed the officer and threw the bag ashore and escaped with ship's properties.
robber threatened him by waiving a hand gun. One of the robbers armed with machete managed to board the tanker and was seen attempting to cut the mooring rope. Duty Officer raised the alarm and contacted pilot station for assistance. On hearing the
robber threatened the duty seaman with a knife. Noticing the alert crew the robber jumped into the water and escaped. The ship stores were stolen. Port facility informed (IMB).
robbery.
robbery. The robbers threatened the crewmembers with knives and they retreated and armed themselves with iron rods and confronted the pirates with the other crew. The pirates escaped with the stolen crewmembers property and ship?s stores in their boats
rocket flares. After 30 minutes, attempted boarding was aborted.At 2,300 lt, people in 2 small crafts attempted to board at port quarter. Crew directed search lights? Also ship's whistle was sounded and rocket flares were fired. After 10 minutesattempted
rocket flares as a warning. The skiffs ignored this and continued to approach the tanker at high speed and at a distance of 600 meters, the security team fired warning shots. One skiff stopped while the other continued its approach. The security team
rockets and were reportedly making 18 knots. Tanker took evasive action and cleared area without injury or serious damage but evidence of 18 bullet hits and one grenade-strike were found (IMB, INFO, LM).
room door. They assaulted and tied up the duty watchman and stole ship?s properties before escaping (IMB).
room entrance. The duty oiler noticed the robbers and tried to activate the fire alarm but the robbers threatened him with a knife and took him hostage. The robbers escaped with stolen ship stores. The alarm was raised and the robbery was reported to the
room, where they broke into storeroom and attempted to steal stores, but fled when alarm raised. At 2230 persons in a boat tried to board but aborted attempt on seeing alert crew. Master contacted authorities who did not respond (IMB).
room while the hijackers siphoned off 5,000 tons of cargo. All crew members and the tanker were released unharmed on 22 January. After release, the vessel proceeded to Lagos port.
rope. All crew was alerted and the alarm raised. Upon seeing the alert crew, the robbers aborted the attempt and escaped (IMB).
ropes into a waiting boat. The duty officer was informed, who then raised the alarm and mustered the crew. Upon the crews approach to the stern, the robbers cut off the loose rope and escaped in the boat. Local authorities were notified.
ropes were stolen. Coast Guard informed.
ROPE TO CLAMBER ABOARD. THE CAPTAIN WAS HELD AT KNIFE POINT AND FORCED TO OPEN THE SHIPS SAFE. $11,000 WAS STOLEN. THE CAPTAIN WAS TIED UP AND HIS CABIN RANSACKED. THE TNT EXPRESS'S SISTER SHIP, THE BRUSSEL WAS ALSO RAIDED AS IT SAILED OUT OF SINGAPORE.
rope via the poop deck. The duty A/B challenged him and informed the Officer of the Watch. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The robber climbed back into the waiting boat. The ship?s property and stores were stolen (IMB).
ROUNDS 3RD ENGINEER, AT 0205 HRS 18 SEPT, NOTICED AN EMERGENCY DOOR OPEN. TWO PIRATES ARMED WITH LONG KNIVES APPEARED AND FORCED HIM TO OPEN CREW ACCOMMODATIONS. A THIRD PIRATE WAS OBSERVED LOWERING THE SHIP'S MOORING LINES TO A CANOE ALONGSIDE. TWO MEN
rounds, and succeeded in taking the crew of 22 captive. (IMB)
rounds noticed the robbers and alerted the crew. The robbers escaped. Witnesses estimated that there were 20 robbers operating out of two boats. Nothing was stolen (IMB).
rounds using automatic rifles. The small boat then left. There was no injury to the crew.
RPG chased and fired upon the vessel. Master raised the alarm, increased speed, and mustered the crew, except the bridge team, in the citadel. After several attempts, the pirates aborted their attack due to the vessel's evasive maneuvers. The vessel did
RPGs, resulting in severe injuries for nine crewmembers. Kenyan Coast Guard responded to the distress call to provide assistance (IMB, MSCHOA).
RPGs. The master conducted evasive maneuvers and contacted authorities for assistance. Due to effective defense measures by the crew and unfavorable weather conditions, the vessel was able to escape (IMB).
RPGs. The master increased speed and carried out evasive maneuvers while informing coalition forces. When a coalition helicopter arrived, the pirates aborted the attempt. A coalition warship arrived shortly after and advised the vessel to follow. The
RPGs. The vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers to escape (IMB, MSCHOA).
RPG. The vessel evaded the hijacking attempt. (ONI, UKMTO)
RUBBER DINGHY. A CREWMAN WAS ABDUCTED AND ROBBED OF HIS WATCH AND VHF RADIO. TEN CONTAINERS WERE OPENED. THE PORT CONTROL WAS CALLED SEVERAL TIMES VIA VHF RADIO, BUT DID NOT REPLY.
run and inform the bridge. the robbers escaped in a motor boat upon hearing the alarm.
rushed to forward. Upon seeing the crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting boat. The crew searched the area and found some ships stores missing (IMB).
rushed to the deck and captured the pirate. Seeing the crew alertness, the other pirates jumped into the water and escaped with ship's stores with three accomplices waiting in their boat. Port control informed and coast guard boarded the ship and took
Sabah coast in the Kudat district where the attacks took place.
safe.
safe area except master and the bridge crew. Other guards came to the bridge, took their positions and one of the guards fired a warning shot resulting in the pirates aborting the attempted attack and move away.
safe key. Master severely beaten when he refused, receiving extensive injuries including speech impairment. $33,028 taken from ship's safe along with personal property. Incident is unusual for this region in that the attack occurred nearer Socotra than
SAFE OPENED AND $6,000 STOLEN. THIS IS SECOND PIRACY INCIDENT FOR THE ITER IN THIS REGION. THE CAPTAIN TRIED WARNING OTHER SHIPS ON CHANNEL 16 BUT FOUND IT JAMMED WITH MUSIC. NO INJURIES REPORTED.
safe room and contacted authorities for assistance. The Dutch frigate TROMP arrived on scene and dispatched a helicopter to board the vessel. The marines rescued the crew and detained the attackers. No one was injured (IMB, AP).
SAFETY AGENCY AIRCRAFT 56 MILES OFF ISHIGAKI ISLAND CHASED THE PIRATES AWAY.
safety equipment from forecastle store. Master called authorities on VHF Ch. 16 but received no response (IMB).
SAFETY MESSAGE VIA VHF TO OTHER VESSELS IN THE AREA.
said Inshore Petrol Craft (IPC), located at the Marshal Point, spotted the suspected LTTE boats speeding towards the harbor entrance. Naval troops on board the IPCs and the shore batteries engaged the LTTE boats, destroying three of them. The remaining
said they had seized the vessel with the intention of reclaiming it for the island of Corsica. No passengers were reported onboard. On 28 Sep, French police special intervention forces regained control of the ferry off Bastia, Corsica and they are
Sailors and the Rebel boat crew.
same day.
same direction of the vessel with speed up to 25 knots. Ship security guards and crew put on high alert. Speed increased to maximum and evasive maneuvers taken. The skiff maintained this position for 30 minutes, until suddenly altering course towards the
same. The watch officer raised the alarm, notified the master, and increased to full speed. The crew mustered and activated anti-piracy measures. The craft proceeded at 10 KTS and followed the ship. At 2040 local time, the craft reduced speed to 4 KTS
sampan. They robbed the crew of their belongings and escaped. There were no injuries to the crew. (ReCAAP)
saying there were no security breaches (AFP).
Scheme at the Bab el Mandeb. Two boats, approximately 35 feet long with high powered outboard engines and making about 15 knots, approached to within 150 meters on a course of 100 degrees, true, but were unable to catch the ship which increased its speed
screamed. The robbers then stole ship's stores. When duty officer on bridge could not get a response to his routine call on walkie-talkie, he instructed another crewmember to look for him. The second crew noticed the roers ad notified the bridge. Alarm
sea.
seal of a container and tried to break into the storeroom. Finally, they stole crew's belongings and escaped (IMB).
Seal on one container reported broken.
seals on forecastle from port side, which he had not noticed during his first round of watch. Both containers were re-sealed and additional watchmen were posted. The security level was increased to level 2. Incident reported to Port State Control (IMO
seal. They later escaped with ship?s cargo and stores stolen from the ship. The duty crewman was slightly injured during the attack. Port control called but no reply was received.
seaman and chief officer at knifepoint while they stole cash from ship's safe and ship's equipment. The thieves then escaped in a 4 meter speedboat (IMB).
seaman and took 3rd officer hostage, forcing him top knock on master's door. Master, hearing commotion, escaped through his porthole with ship's cash. Master's door broken down and cabin ransacked. Pirates tied up some of crew and repeatedly assaulted
seaman at knifepoint, broke into the forward store and stole two mooring lines. Master tried to call port control without response. Boat at stern was probably a decoy to divert attention from the boarding at bow.
seaman hostage in the third officer's cabin. The robbers forced the two of them to take the robbers to the captain's cabin. The robbers ordered the captain to take them to the poop deck, where they departed the vessel with the ship's cash, property and
seaman mustered crew and directed searchlights at the boats, which moved away. Incident is more characteristic of an encounter with para-military forces than with pirates (IMB, ONI)
seaman on watch was taken hostage and threatened before the thieves jumped overboard upon the sounding of the ship's alarm, taking with them two portable radios.
seaman. Other crew came to the seaman's rescue and the intruders jumped overboard and one led in a wooden motorboat.
seaman raised alarm and the pirates jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
seaman sounded alarm.
seaman, the alarm was raised and the crew mustered on deck. The thieves escaped with tow mooring lines. Coast guard informed and searched for the thieves' boat.
seaman was threatened with a knife. However, he managed to escape and raised the alarm. Once the crew mustered, the robbers jumped overboard and a search revealed that the robbers had stolen ship's stores upon breaking into the steering flat. No injuries
searching the vessel for the intruders, who later escaped in a boat. No crew members were injured and nothing was reported stolen (ReCAAP).
searchlight.
SEARCHLIGHT.
SEARCHLIGHT AND SHIP BEGAN TO MANEUVER.
searchlight (IMB)
SEARCHLIGHT. INCIDENT REPORTED TO JOHORE VTS AND VIA VHF BROADCAST.
searchlights and boats moved away.
searchlights at the boat, and took evasive action and boarding was aborted.
searchlights at the boat. The suspicious boat fled when a patrol boat arrived (IMB).
searchlights at them (IMB).
searchlights. Boarding was averted (IMB).
searchlights on them. The robbers stole ship and crew cash and belongings before leaving at 0145. The captain received knife wounds to his throat, while being held hostage (IMB).
SEARCHLIGHTS TO EFFECTIVLY DETER PIRATES.
searchlight was shined on them.
seas and the container ship continued at 25 knots. No information is provided whether ship had entered scheme or was in northbound or southbound lane. This and the following report, as well as this week's reports from the Gulf of Aden and N. Arabian Sea
Sea water kept running on deck constantly and crew locked themselves in the bridge. Pirates started firing at the bridge and a coalition warship advised that they were getting closer to the ship. Pirates aborted the attempt upon seeing the warship. A
second attempt to board at 0240 local time (IMB).
second but unsuccessful attempt to board the same ship (IMB).
Second officer raised alarm and the attackers fled, leaving the seaman slightly injured.
secured the vessel. Upon seeing crew actions, the robbers departed the area. Coastguard responded by sending a vessel to the area. All crew was safe.
secured to port quarter rails to their boat and Get away. No injuries or stolen goods reported.
secured with wires and clips (IMB)
Security.
security fired warning shots, and the skiff aborted the attack. (Commercial Sources, UKMTO)
security guard rushed forward. Robbers stole ship's stores and escaped in a speedboat (IMB).
Security guards detected attempt to board and repelled boarders using their guns. Boarders escaped in their speedboat; Guayaquil coast guard and pilot station notified. No injuries reported.
security guards on board. Upon investigation, it was discovered container seals had been broken, but nothing stolen.
security guard to investigate. When they arrived at the forecastle, they noticed two robbers climbing down the anchor chain and trying to escape by swimming in heavy seas and swell. One of the robbers was rescued by throwing a lifebuoy while the other
security team deterred the two skiffs, forcing them to move away (LM: Beforeitsnews.com).
security team fired back, and the pirates aborted their attack. (IMB, UKMTO, Commercial Sources)
security team fired rocket flares in the direction of the approaching skiff. The pirates continued to approach the vessel and fired rpg and guns towards the vessel. The security team onboard returned fire and the pirates aborted the attack and moved
security team fired warning and arresting shots. (ONI, UKMTO)
security team noticed around five to seven pirates armed with rpgs and guns were seen in each skiff and instructed all crew members to stay inside the ship. As the skiffs approached closer the security team fired warning shots and the skiffs morved away.
security team onboard the fishing vessel returned fire, forcing the skiffs to abandon the attack. Coast guard vessels from the nearby Seychelles archipelago pursued one of the skiffs and disabled the engine (AP, IMB).
security team retreated into the citadel. The security team fired over 20 flares at the attackers. The attack lasted 1 hour, 40 minutes but a boarding was evaded. (ONI, UKMTO)
security team returned fire. Later the pirates aborted the attack and moved away.
security team. Warship in vicinity informed. At a range of 3.5 miles, the speed boats opened fire at the tanker. When warship arrived at the location, the skiff aborted the attack ad returned to mother vessel.
security were informed via the local agent (IMB).
seeing alert duty crew. After the coast guard was informed a patrol boat came to investigate. (IMB)
seeing crewmembers approaching, the robbers escaped. Port control was informed of the event.
Seeing that they were noticed the robbers aborted and moved away. Port control was informed.
seeing the crew alertness they jumped overboard and escaped.
Seeing the crew?s alertness, the robbers threatened the crew with long knives and escaped empty handed intheir boat. Port control and vessels in the vicinity were later informed.
seeing the crew, two robbers armed with steel rods jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores (IMB).
SEEING THE WARSHIP AND HEICOPTER THE SKIFF MOVED AWAY.
SEE SPECIAL WARNING 74
seized in the Gulf of Aden. Ten pirates armed with AK47 guns and RPG in two speedboats attacked the vessel. SSAS activated. Yemen maritime authorities and coalition forces were informed. The luxury sailboat was traveling from the Seychelles to the
seized in "the past few days" and that the navy would soon storm the militants' base.
SEIZURE. TWO OTHER VESSELS HAVE BEEN HIJACKED IN THE PAST YEAR IN THIS AREA. POSITION GIVEN FOR REFERENCE ONLY, NOT ACTUALE LOCATION OF INCIDENT.
self defense and the skiffs broke off their attack (IMB, AFP).
sell items. Some of them approached the barge from right astern, boarded it, and stole items. Later a Singapore Navy ship chased the boats away. After the naval vessel left, the small boats approached the tug and barge again, but were not able to board
Sep they succeeded in cutting about 15 meters from a forward line.
Several bullets from automatic gun were fired towards the accommodations. The boats were white in color. Each boat had at least nine pirates onboard dressed in blue/white coveralls (IMB).
several warning shots. The skiffs aborted their approach and moved towards another merchant vessel, approximately 2 nm to their starboard. AST observed the other vessel take evasive action. When last seen, the skiffs were paralleling the course of the
shaken. Master contacted Indonesian Navy, Western Area by phone but was unable to find anyone who spoke English. Port Security authorities boarded for investigation at 0520. The same vessel was attacked and robbed at a different Indonesian port in
SHAN, CHINA WHEN IT WAS REPORTEDLY HIJACKED 40 NM OFF KAO HSIUG (22-37N,120-15E), TAIWAN. CREW MEMBERS WERE KEPT LOCKED IN A CABIN FOR SEVERAL DAYS WHILE THE PIRATES TRIED AND FAILED TO FIND A BUYER FOR THE CARGO WHICH WAS RECOVERED INTACT.
SHEETS OF PLYWOOD WERE STOLEN. THEY WERE DETECTED AND ESCAPED BY THEIR MOTOR BOAT. AN ALARM WAS SOUNDED AT 0405. SHIP NOTIFIED HARBOR POLICE AT 0450. POLICE ARRIVED ALONGSIDE AT 0600.
shell facilities in the remote Cawthorne Channel. Approximately 25 Nigerians, working for a contractor to Royal Dutch Shell, were abducted during the attack. The whereabouts of the 25 Nigerians are unknown (REUTERS).
She was traveling with her parents and was last seen in their stateroom at 5:15 a.m. on March 24, 1998 as the vessel was maneuvering into the port of Curacao. At 6:15 a.m. her father went to wake her and she was gone. A thorough search for a person in
shined lights on the the intruders' speedboat (IMB).
ship.
SHIP AD SAILED IT TO THEIR REBEL BASE WHERE THEY ANCHORED IT. THE 19 CREW WERE TAKEN ASHORE. THE CREW AND SHIP WAS LATER RELEASED . NO HARM TO CREW.
SHIP AT 5 KNOTS. THE MASTER TURNED AND SAILED AWAY TO PREVENT BOARDING.
ship., but also failed, whereupon they returned for a second attempt against the first vessel. Port control was notified and sent a boat to investigate at 0710.
ship by rope and hooks. Alarm was raised and crew mustered. Two hours later, after numerous attempts, robbers aborted boarding (IMB).
ship, chased and fired upon the vessel with intent to hijack. The master raised alarm, increased speed and crew directed searchlights towards the skiff. Pirates managed to get alongside the vessel. Due to evasive maneuvering the pirates were unsuccessful
ship for a commercial vessel. The (SOMME) gave chase and captured the suspected pirates (AP, IMB).
ship from port the same day but moved away, after master altered course. ONI NOTE: Implication is that ship was being prepared to received stowaways, in the rudder well (IMB, ONI).
ship from small boats using ropes to scale the side. The thieves took electronic equipment from a container.
ship having engaged 3 shore security watchmen.
ship increased speed and began evasive maneuvers and chase was abandoned. On board pilot contacted authorities but no assistance was reported (IMB).
Ship increased speed and crew activated fire hoses. After 10 minutes, boats moved away. No damage to ship or injuries to crew. Pirate boats were white and approximately 4m in length (IMB).
ship master raised the alarm and alerted ships in the vicinity. The robbers aborted the attempt and escaped in their blue hull speedboat (ReCAAP ISC).
ship master reported the incident to the Port Authority of Kochi. After the alarm was raised and the crew was alerted, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in their boat. The Indian Coast Guard and local police are currently investigating the
ship properties and bridge crew personal belongings and escaped. Singapore VTS and coast guard were informed (IMB)
Ship raised alarm, sounded whistle and took evasive maneuvers. After 30 minutes, boats moved away (IMB).
ship's alarm. They called the UKMTO Dubai and requested assistance from a coalition warship, according to instructions. The boats were unable to board the vessel, but continued to follow for two hours. The boats moved away at approximately 1145 local
ship's and crew properties, and escaped. The robbers gained access to the vessel because the razor wire had been removed for STS transfer operations. (IMB)
ship's and crew's cash stolen (IMB).
ship's call at 0400 (IMB)
ship?s cash, properties and escaped. No injuries to crewmembers. Incident was also reported to Singapore and Vietnam MRCC.
ship's communication equipment and sailed the tanker to an unknown location, where part of the cargo was transferred to another vessel. Prior to releasing the vessel on 9 October, the pirates stole crew personal belongings and cash.
ship's company. There are 13 crew members onboard including 12 Filipino and one Indonesian (IMB, UPI, Reuters).
ship's crew. After the thieves had escaped in their boat crew discovered other supplies and equipment missing.
ship's crew (IMB).
ship's crewof 15 is unknown. The ship may be employed as a phantom vessel stealing further cargoes.A 30 June 1999 report states that the ship may have been captured by guerrillas from the Sri Lankan rebel group, LTTE (Tamil Tigers).
ship search after departure.
ships in the area, who rescued the vessel and the crew and apprehended three pirates.
ships in the vicinity (IMB).
ship's lifeboats. The thief was lowering the items to two accomplices in a motorboat that had pulled alongside. When the thieves were approached by three crewmen they drew knives to avoid apprehension, but then escaped in their motorboat. The thieves
ship's Liferafts.
Ship's Master raised alarm and robbers aimed their guns at Bridge area and escaped with stolen cargo.
ship's p.a. system
ship?s properties and escaped unnoticed (IMB).
ship's property before escaping (IMB).
ship's property. Duty crew noticed the robbers, raised the alarm and ran towards the robbers. On hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with the stolen items in their boat. Incident reported to the local agents.
ship's rail, the robbers were spotted by the alert watchmen. They jumped back into the waiting boat and moved away. No crew were injured and nothing was reported stolen (IMB).
ship's safe. The next day, another attempt at an illegal boarding was repelled by the crew, using fire hoses. No serious injuries were reported from either attack.
ships search lights towards the robbers. The robbers escaped. Vessels in the vicinity were informed. All calls to port authorities were futile (IMB).
ship's stores.
ship's stores, and escaped without being noticed. The robbery was reported to the local agent who was on board the vessel during the incident and the port authorities.
ship's stores and one life raft from the forecastle before escaping in a fishing boat.
ships stores and safety equipment before escaping (IMB).
ship's stores and transferred them into their boat. The incident was reported to the local police.
ship's stores despite crew raising alarm (IMB).
ship's stores found stolen. Coast Guard informed.
ship's stores. He jumped overboard and swam to the motorboat when a policemen on board was notified.
ship's stores in a small boat.
ships stores overboard and threatened the duty crew with a big knife. Upon seeing crew alertness, the robber jumped into the water and escaped, with a boat waiting with four accomplices. Harbor master was informed and coast guard patrol boat arrived to
ship's stores. Port control informed and patrol boat arrived to search area.
ship's stores. The crew discovered the robbers on board and raised the alarm. jumped overboard and escaped. Port control was informed via the ship's agent (IMB).
ship?s stores with an accomplice piloting a waiting canoe.
ship's whistle (IMB).
ship switched on lights and began evasive steering and the boats withdrew (IMB).
ship.The crew mustered, cargo operations were stopped, and the vessel disconnected from the SBM. The tug was cast off and the ship proceeded at full speed to sea. All attempts to contact the authorities and the Nigerian navy were futile.
ship. The security guards fired a warning shot upon sighting guns, rpgs and ladders on the skiff. The pirates aborted the attempted attack and moved away. Incident reported to the warship.
ship. The skiffs increased speed and headed towards the tanker. One of the skiffs increased its speed to around 20 knots. There were 6-8 persons in each skiff. The Master commenced evasive maneuvers, and alerted all crewmembers. The skiffs closed to
ship underway. Master took evasive maneuvers, contacted warship and crew activated fire hoses. After 10 minutes of chasing, the pirates aborted the attack. There were no injuries to the crew. (IMB)
ship using a aluminium ladder and aborted the attack. A warship sent a helicopter to the location.
ship. Vessels requested to be cautious.
Ship was chased until 2303 local time when another unidentified boat began the chase which lasted until 0155 local time 12 May. No injuries reported to crew. The reported anchor position in close inshore in defiance of all advice to avoid anchoring
ship was damaged in the attack but it is still able to sail. The vessel is carrying a crew of 26. The wife of the captain of the vessel told Spanish National Radio that her husband told her by telephone that the pirates had ordered the crew off the boat,
ship. When duty crew fired signal rockets the boats turned away.
ship with CCTV. When pirates boarded, they were unable to take control of crew and later departed the ship. (IMB)
SHONE ON THEM.
shooted repeatedly against the Italian Merchant Vessel with automatic rifles. Pirates were also armed with a rocket gun. All ships expecting to approach the area are invited to keep a sharp lookout. In case suspect boats are sighted, it is strongly
shooting stopped. A small wooden ship was reportedly also fired upon earlier same day.
shore and deck watchmen and agents noticed them and raised the alarm resulting in the robber escaping via the anchor chain. There were no vessel or crew properties stolen. Port authorities and local police were notified.
shore based office by VHF and waited until the pirates had left. On investigation it was found that ship's and crew belongings were stolen. All crew safe.
Shore guards, which are required, reportedly took no action to either protect the crew nor to apprehend the thieves.
shore side.
shortly after by a Vietnamese fishing trawler. While enroute toward Vietnam, the vessel was apprehended by the Vietnam Marine Police Special Task Force and all eleven pirates were taken into custody. Prior to apprehension, it was reported that the
shot and the four then boarded the yacht, taking cash and personal items. The yacht owner's wife contacted the trinidad and tobago coast guard which lacked permission to enter venezuelan waters. (lorna) was eventually escorted to trinidad by a venezuelan
shots inside vessel and took money, radios, jewelry, and watches. Pirates left without other incident and tug/barge proceeded to Umm Qasr (MARAD/Operator).
shots. No damage to ship and no casualties.
shots, resulting in the skiff moving away.
shots. Robbers returned fire and escaped. Coast guard informed (IMB).
shots. The pirates continued to chase the vessel and when warning shots were fired again the pirates aborted and moved away.
shots were fired and no injuries reported (LM: Basque News & Information Channel)
shot with rubber bullets, had their arms and legs bound, and then thrown overboard. Three of the crew managed to get away, later saved by other fishermen. Currently 21 bodies have been recovered, while 10 are still missing.
shouted at the suspicious craft. Upon seeing the crew's alertness, the suspicious craft immediately moved away while firing upon the ship. No crew injuries sustained. Bullet marks were left on the starboard bridge wing, accommodations house, and one
shovel and wooden stick and threw him into the sea, where he drowned. The fishermen also used shovels and steel pipes to fight 17 other officers, injuring six of them. Korean Coast Guard officials said yesterday that they have arrested 11 Chinese
show up to investigate (IMB).
side about two miles away. The general alarm was raised and fire hoses were activated. The speed boats were observed altering to port towards the vessel approximately at approximately two cables on the starboard side while increasing speed. The vessel
side and occupants tried to board using grappling hook. Ship maneuvered, turned on lights and activated fire hoses and boarding was aborted.
side and stole ship?s stores. Luckily, the duty crew spotted the robbers and raised the alarm. Upon seeing the crews? alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a small unlit craft (IMB).
side and two speedboats on the starboard side. The master sounded the general alarm and briefed the crew on anti-piracy precautions. Each speedboat was manned by two persons. No weapons were observed. However, the master noticed concealed items within
side at the main deck. The crew observed aluminum hook ladders. Pirates fired at crew and superstructure. Crew activated fire pumps, foam monitors, and fire hoses. After 30 minutes, the pirates aborted their attack after 30 minutes. A helicopter arrived
side. Boarding was interrupted by fast response of ships crew. No assistance from port control was offered. Eight persons able to get into steering flat through rudder trunking were handed over to local police (IMB).
side, fired upon her and aborted the attempt. No injuries to crew. Coalition warship informed.
side. Master took evasive maneuvers; crew mustered, directed searchlights, and activated fire hoses. Pirates then tried to board from the stern, but aborted attempt at 0215 local time (IMB).
side. One of the crew members spotted the three men and informed the duty officer immediately at the navigation bridge. The general alarm was raised and all crew mustered on the bridge. Upon being discovered, the robbers escaped in the wooden boat. No
side passing at approximately 4NM with a speed of approximately 7kts. The suspicious craft approached the beam and altered course and came perpendicular to the vessel and increased speed, attempting to intercept. Evasive maneuvers were taken. There was
side. The fishing vessel lowered one craft, which chased the container ship for approximately 45 minutes before aborting the pursuit (IMB).
side. The general alarm was raised and alert crew started water on deck. After approximately 10 minutes of trying to get close to the vessel, the suspicious craft moved away. The vessel sent a security message to other vessels via VHF (IMB, Operator).
side. Upon checking, it was discovered the entrance to the paint locker was broken and ship's stores stolen (IMB).
sighted and shouted at them. The robbers broke into the forecastle store and escaped with ship's property.
sighting the robbers. Robbers managed to escape with stolen ship's property. The master made several attemptes to contact the port authorities but received no response.
signal light, increased speed, and carried out evasive maneuvers. The boats eventually moved away (IMB).
signal. The robbers left 20 minutes later after stealing personal property (IMB).
SIGNING STATEMENTS TO THE EFFECT THAT NO PIRACY ATTACK TOOK PLACE. 23 DEC 92 BALTIMAR ZEPHYR SAILED FOR CALCUTTA. LLOYD'S LIST OF 16 FEB 98 REPORTS THAT SCOTLAND YARD HAS CONCLUDED THAT THE DEATHS OF THE MASTER AND CHIEF OFFICER WERE DONE BY PIRATES
similarly armed intruders threatened the duty officer, but jumped into the water and fled when crew raised alarm (IMB).
Singapore port control was informed (IMB).
Singapore port control was notified and the crew was mustered. A police boat later arrived on scene but they could not find any boats in the vicinity. The police boat escorted the vessel for a few minutes and then departed the area.
Singapore's territory (IMB).
Singapore. The pirates entered the bridge, tied up the duty officer and an able body seaman who was then taken to the master's cabin and took $2,348 U.S. dollars and other valuables. The master was held hostage while the chief officer, second engineer,
Singapore to Pasir Gudang, Malaysia with a cargo of gas oil. Robbers robbed the crew of their personal effects and stole the ship's communication equipment before escaping in a small unidentified wooden boat. The ship master reported the incident to
Sir Lankan waters, noted b\for violent encounters with the LTTE are not particularly known for piracy.
six men onboard. A coalition plane was dispatched at that time and made VHF contact with CEC FUTURE. All VHF transmission was made on channels 16 and 73. At 1236 UTC, (CEC FUTURE) reported that the speedboat was quickly approaching and that they could
six persons onboard. The visual presence and noise of warning shots fired by an armed security team onboard the vessel deterred the approach at 0.8 miles away. A German warship was dispatched to the scene and located the skiffs trying to flee the area.
six pirates armed with automatic rifles and RPG boarded. They took the cook hostage and forced him to take them to master's cabin. Two pirates went to the bridge and took hostage commanding officer. Two more pirates were stationed on port and starboard
six pirates with RPGs and automatic weapons were seen by bridge crew. The onboard armed security team fired warning shots; pirates aboard the skiff returned fire with automatic weapons then moved away. (IMB)
six were reportedly abducted by the assailants during the attack. Three of the other soldiers, one badly wounded, were able to dive into the water. The pirates took the hostages in an unknown direction, as well as the boat and weapons on board. The army
Skiff attempted to put on a ladder on the vessel, but could not due to razor wire and evasive maneuvers. (UKMTO, Operator, Commercial Sources)
skiff came close to 50 meters, armed security team onboard fired warning shots. The pirates aborted the attempt and mother vessel was observed 4 miles away.
skiff fired a RPG towards the vessel. The security team returned fire resulting in the skiffs aborting and moving away.
skiff. Onboard security team fired warning shots and the pirates aborted the attack.
skiffs. No injuries to crew. Vessel sustained several bullet holes on superstructures.
skiffs. Security personel onboard fired several warning shots in the air but the pirates kept approaching. Finally the security personel fired close to the skiffs and the pirates aborted the attempted attack.
skiffs stood by in the vicinity. The vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers until the skiff abandoned the attack. The ship sustained bullet holes, but no crewmembers were reported injured (IMB, MSCHOA).
skiff with eight pirates on board approached from the port. Once the skiffs had closed in on the vessel, the armed security team fired two warning flares and a tracer round. The skiffs subsequently departed the area. No pirate weapons or ladders were
skiff with ladders sighted.
slowly away. At the same time, unnoticed by the crew, person from a second boat boarded at the stern and stole ship's stores and safety equipment. It is unknown if this was a deliberate attempt to distract vessel's crew or if the thieves took ad hoc
small boat .
small boat eventually moved away and no further interaction was reported (IMB).
small craft tied alongside. Upon inspection two reefer containers were found to have been opened and the contents of one, destined for discharge at Miami, had been pilfered. Five stowaways found during pre-sailing search by crew when ship was preparing
smaller ship shave been forced to stop after becoming entangled. Persons aboard small boats then demanded money threatening the stopped ship with guns and hand grenades. Although seldom reported, extortion campaigns I this waterway are believed to be
smaller skiffs. An armed security team onboard fired several warning shots and the suspicious skiffs turned around (Risk Intelligence/MaRisk, AFP).
small net in the water and pretended to fish. Through the night other small boats with from eight to ten armed persons and little fishing gear circled the ship in apparent attempts to board (IMB).
small vessel with four men in it from an unknown country. They boarded the boat, produced weapons, and ordered the fishermen to gather on the deck. When the boat tried to leave the area, gun shots were fired and a larger vessel pulled alongside the
smuggled aboard by confederates in Iran. When the stowaways learned the ship was not bound for Italy as they had been led to believe, they allegedly threatened the Captain. Indian official were reported 19 Jun to be insisting the ship retain custody of
(SM V) discovered that the (ANCHOR 2) was missing. The missing vessel was subsequently found at approximately 2150 local time on 20 Oct 07. The towing rope was reportedly missing, and the right side glass window, the doors leading to the steering console
so due to the evasive maneuvers and counter-piracy measures taken by the crew. The master contacted coalition forces for assistance. The men aborted the attempt upon seeing a coalition helicopter arriving at the scene. No injuries to the crew were
soldiers took over the ship and forced the Master to sail to another port. It is suspected that the soldiers were paid by pirates to hijack the ship. While enroute, one of the soldiers rejoined the four policemen, gained control of the vessel and sailed
SOLD THEM FOR US $700,000. THE IRANIANS RELEASED THE CREW AND VESSEL TWO MONTHS LATER.
Somalia. Further information is pending (CNN, IMB).
Somalia. Further reporting awaited.
Somalia near Hobyo. The vessel has 28 crew members on board (IMB, AFP).
SOMALIA. THE SHIP WASFOLLOWED AND APPROACHED BY THE ATTACKING VESSEL AND FIRED UPONWITH AUTOMATIC WEAPONS AND SHOULDER FIRED ROCKET LAUNCHERS.NUMEROUS SMALL ARMS ROUNDS AND AT LEAST ONE ROCKET WAS FIRED, BUTMISSED AND DID NOT DETONATE. THE SHIP EFFECTED
Somali coastal waters (IMB).
Somali coast. IMB piracy reporting center alerted relevant authorities. Further news is awaited (IMB).
Somali pirates, who are demanding ransoms ranging between $20,000 and $50,000. The vessel was carrying a crew of 14 Indian nationals and a cargo of general merchandise to include clothes, cosmetics, sugar and oil. The dhow is reportedly being held near
Somali territorial waters. Abdullahi Sheikh Fartag, spokesmen for the Juba Valley Alliance (JVA) militia, which controls the main southern port of Kismayo, condemns this action. He warned that if the vessel is not released unconditionally, his militia
someone had boarded ship unnoticed and stolen an engine from a life boat.
SOUGHT. THIS IS REPORTEDLY THE FIRST TIME VIOLENCE HAS BEEN USED BY STOWAWAYS TO GAIN ACCESS TO A SHIP.
sounded.
sounded alarm and lights were switched on (IMB).
sounded alarm and the intruders fled (IMB).
sounded alarm and took anti-piracy measures. The skiff continued to chase the vessel for around 10 minutes before stopping. Master reported five to six persons in the boat and also reported noticing some guns in the boat. The skiff was later heard to
sounded alarm and turned on deck lights, whereupon the boat withdrew. Evidence is slight for attempted boarding or piracy, and this may have been an encounter with paramilitary forces. AshShihr is the terminal that tanker (LIMBURG) was approaching when
sounded alarm (IMB).
sounded alarm. The thieves fled with engine stores via the funnel casing door.
sounded alarm; thieves threatened crew while stealing cash and property and went to Captain's cabin to silence alarm.
sounded and crew mustered on deck at the same time pilot boat approached and the two boats sped off at speeds reportedly in excess of 21 knots. A gunshot was also reported heard but no damage or injuries reported.
sounded and the crew mustered the intruders retreated to a small wooden boat and left. Attempts to contact local authorities failed but other ships in the vicinity were warned by VHF.
sounded and the crew mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped into the water and escaped with ship's stores in a small boat (IMB).
sounded and the robbers disembarked into a small boat alongside the ship. The bridge directed a search light towards the small boat and observed a 25ft wooden craft with a blue stripe, center console, and outboard engine slowly moving away. The boat had
sounded and thieves escaped with engine stores.
sounded, but the boat continued the approach. All crew entered the citadel except Duty Officer, who tried to call Togo Navy without success. After alerting other vessels in the vicinity, the Duty Officer retreated into the citadel as the robbers boarded
sounded, deck lights switched on and crew mustered. Pirates aborted the attempted attack upon seeing the crew alertness.
sounded ship's whistle, and reported to VTIS Singapore. Marine police came and searched the area (IMB).
sounded the alarm and alerted the crew, and conducted evasive maneuvers and activated SSAS. The tanker notified UKMTO, CMF, and naval warships in the area. The men in the speedboat used a portable ladder to try to climb onboard the tanker. The crew
sounded the alarm, charged fire hoses, and informed Togo Navy. As the boat attempted to come along side from various directions, the crew used fire hoses to prevent a boarding. The suspected pirates eventually abandoned their boarding attempts when their
sounded they left the ship but returned almost immediately in three boats to collect floating cartons. A Sri Lankan naval launch escorted the ship into port. The type of cargo stolen has not been reported.
sounded. When the crew mustered they jumped overboard and escaped in a motorboat.
sounding of ship's whistle to climb up anchor chain. When watchman threw a turnbuckle at them the intruders retreated but remained 100 meters from the ship in their boat for about an hour. The same ship had been approached three days before at about
southern Jahor state. The vessel docked in Pasir Gudang port for two days while the crew unloaded the tin into a warehouse under threat of being killed if they didn't cooperate. On 25 Apr, the pirates ordered the ship back to Indonesian waters and
southern Red Sea. The area will remain at high risk for at least the next 48-72 hours.
south of the Patharghata coast. In the two-hour battle about 70 fishermen and crew were injured, including 4 with gunshotwounds. Four trawlers, (HOMAIRA), (SAGOR KANNAYA), (JAL TARANGO), and (ADURI) were hijacked along with 3 crew and 3 fishermen.
SPARE PARTS WERE STOLEN FROM ENGINEERING SPACES. INTRUDERS WERE SPOTTED BY CREW MEMBERS AS THEY MADE THEIR WAY AFT WITH THE STOLEN GOODS. HOWEVER, ARMED WITH SWORDS AND KNIVES, THE THIEVES SUCCESSFULLY THWARTED CREW ATTEMPTS TO APPROACH. THE THIEVES
SPARE PARTS WERE STOLEN FROM THE ENGINE ROOM.
spares and escaped (IMB).
spares. When the A/B failed to respond to the radio calls, the duty officer raised the alarm resulting in the robbers escaping.
SPED OF 12.5 KNOTS. PURSUING CRAFT SPED UP TO 16.7 KNOTS BUT MASTER INCREASED HIS SPEED TO 19 KNOTS AND ALTERED COURSE. DESPITE INFERIOR SPEED, THE PURSUING CRAFT DID NOT BREAK OFF PURSUIT FOR 45 MINUTES.
SPED OFF WHEN SHOUTED AT. LOSS OF LINES NOTED SUBSEQUENTLY.
speed (26 knots), and was very close to the vessel when the pirates started shooting. The crew raised the alarm, SSAS was activated, announced by VHF CH-16 that the vessel was under attack, and initiated evasive maneuvers. Pirate's skiff came upon the
speed, adopted evasive maneuvers and escaped the boarding. Later warship arrived and pursued the pirate boat.
speed, and after one hour, the two speedboats reduced speed and stopped following (IMB).
speed and chased the bulk carrier. The master took evasive maneuvers, increased speed and moved away from the coast. Craft continued to the chase until 1400 UTC before moving away. Suspicious craft had one derrick and master suspects this may be a mother
speed, and directed the searchlights towards the boats. The closest the boats got to the ship was about two cables. When the boats came into the beam of the searchlights they moved away (IMB).
speed, and directed the searchlights towards the boats. The closest the boats got to the ship was about two cables. When the boats came into the beam of the searchlights, they moved away (IMB).
speed and employed other anti-piracy measures. The onboard security team returned fire, resulting in the skiff aborting the attack moving away. The crew and vessel are reported safe.
speed, and maneuvered the vessel to keep the skiffs right astern. UKMTO and local authorities were informed. An Iran Navy warship responded and escorted the tanker until the skiffs were clear. The vessel's crew was reported unharmed.
speed and moved away (IMB).
SPEED AND MOVED AWAY WHEN ILLUMINATED BY SEARCHLIGHTS.
speed and non-essential crew mustered in safe room. (IMB, UKMTO)
speed, and the pirates boats fell behind. No injuries were reported (IMB).
speed and the skiffs broke off pursuit (UKMTO).
speed, and took evasive maneuvers. Speedboats aborted attempted boarding at 1520 UTC (IMB).
speed and took evasive maneuvers to avoid being boarded. There was a small fire onboard and damages caused by the firings. No further information was provided (IMB, Operator).
speedboat at approximately 08:00 LT. Both the LADY SWATHIN and SAINT PATRICK were attacked in the same area off Idoho field, approximately six hours apart.
speedboat boarded the vessel from the stern. They stole the crew?s personal belongings and ship?s property and escaped. No injuries were reported. The master reported the incident to the coastal state and the flag state. The Singapore Port Operations and
speedboat collided with the tug and capsized. The tug continued its voyage. Nothing immediately connects this incident with the Indonesian crackdown on sand dredging in the same area (see Para 5.K.1., above) and tugs are favorite pirate targets. This is
speedboat continued on a parallel course for 15 minutes and then slowed down (IMB).
speedboat (IMB).
SPEEDBOAT. IN ADDITION M/V ESSBERGER PIONEER NEAR HORSBURGH LIGHT REPORTED THAT FOUR PIRATES BOARDED AND STOLE CASH FROM CREW CABINS.
speedboat. Master reported incident to local authorities, but there was no response (IMB).
speedboat. Port authority informed (IMB).
speedboats and reportedly killed nine Nigerian Navy members and injured four civilians according to a spokesman for the Joint Task Force. Addax said it believed the attack had been carried out by criminals rather than by politically motivated militants.
SPEED BOATS ARMED WITH MACHINE GUNS. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE KWANDA WAS ANCHORED AND HER CARGO OF PETROLEUM WAS DISCHARGED BY THE REBELS. 7 JANUARY 1990. DJIBOUTI. KWANDA RELEASED BY CAPTORS AFTER 27 DAYS. THE KWANDA ENTERED THE PORT OF DJIBOUTI
speedboats flew the Chinese flag and those onboard were in uniform. Eleven of the men on board this boat, armed with machine guns and pistols, boarded the vessel. The vessel's holds and crew's accommodations were inspected, and once it was realized that
speedboats moved away, after a Coalition helicopter arrived on scene. The ship and all crewmembers are safe (IMB).
speedboats. Seven crew wee taken ashore and the captain and two others remain under guard on board. No ransom demands were made and local clan elders reportedly were negotiating for the crew's release. Hijacking and extortion had been a chronic problem
speedboats. The master raised the alarm and the pirates jumped overboard and escaped in their boats(IMB).
speedboats, which broke off pursuit after 70 minutes. The vessel experienced a suspicious approach by a speedboat 25 Mar at 0720 UTC while underway in position 02-03N 104-51E, approximately 50 NM northeast of Bintan Island. The tanker evaded the
speed boat. The pirates took all the navigational equipment including radars, VHF radios, SSB radios, and personal belongings of the crew before fleeing in their small boat. The captain and one other crew member were kidnapped, but no other crew members
speedboat. They rounded up nine crewmembers in the wheelhouse and tied them up before taking the master and six other crewmembers to their cabins to ransack their personal belongings. After over an hour, the robbers escaped in the speedboat with the
speedboat, when crew raised alarm (IMB).
speedboat with approximately 10 people onboard near the forward section of the vessel. The crew was alerted. Upon inspection, it was discovered that ship's stores were stolen and some container seals broken with the contents inside stolen. Port control
speedboat, with ship's stores (IMB)
speedboat with three persons came close to stern and tried to board. Crew took anti piracy measures and boarding was averted. It seems the boat at port bow was meant to create a diversion (IMB).
speed, but only up to 13.8 kts due to prevailing swells. Master ordered two parachute signals fired against the boat, then an additional four parachute signals as the boat continued to approach. Finally the boat gave up further approach.
speed, conducted evasive maneuvers, activated water hoses, and sent out a distress call to authorities for assistance. The suspicious craft eventually abandoned the pursuit and moved away (IMB).
speed, conducted evasive maneuvers, and contacted coalition forces. Yemeni coast guard dispatched their military boats and later a coalition helicopter arrived at the location. No injuries were reported. The vessel sustained holes from RPG and automatic
speed, conducted evasive maneuvers, and deployed self-protection measures to successfully deter the boarding (Maritime Global Net, IMB).
speed. Ladders were seen in two skiffs as they approached the vessel. Master increased speed, altered course, contacted warships, and informed ships in the vicinity. Master continued with the evasive maneuvers, and after five minutes the skiffs ended
speed. One came alongside and person from it attempted to board before crew illuminated the boat and ship's side with searchlight. The first boat retreated but second trailed the ship for "some time" before disappearing.
speed, one from portside, one from starboard side, and one from astern. The vessel engaged in evasive maneuvers, but the pirates were able to hook a ladder on the vessel. The 24 crewmembers retreated into the citadel and the pirates left the vessel.
speed. Pursuit ended after about 40 minutes.
speed, sounded ship's alarm, and conducted evasive maneuvers while warning nearby ships via VHF Ch. 16. The suspicious skiffs eventually abandoned the pursuit (IMB).
speed to 10 kts, putting a distance of 3NM between it and the skiff. A US warship nearby launched a helicopter and contacted the vessel. The crew responded that they were no longer under attack (UKMTO, IMB).
speed, took evasive maneuvers and evaded the attempted boarding. (IMB)
speed, took evasive maneuvers and fired rocket flares. At 1052 UTC, the speedboats reportedly stopped firing and moved away. The speedboats were spotted with a possible mother-ship about 3NM away from the vessel (IMB, Operator).
speed, took evasive maneuvers, sent distress message, raised alarm, mustered crew and activated fire hoses. Pirates aborted the attempted boarding after 30 minutes. There was visible damage to the vessel but no injury to the crew and no damage to cargo
spotlights were directed towards the boats. The ships master informed Togo Navy officials and the crew was able to deter the pirates. The boats were seen leaving the immediate area. Later that day, the crew noticed the boats approaching again but they
spotted approaching the ship. As the dhow came alongside many armed men could be seen on deck, one waving a red flag ordering the ship to stop. Two mortar shells were fired at the vessel. The master was ordered to drop anchor, otherwise they would sink
SPOTTED BY AN OFFICER. A REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE FROM THE PORT WAS IGNORED.
spotted by crew.
spotted by crew. Police launch responded to master's call and arrived at 0300 local.
spotted by the crew. Authorities were informed and boarded the vessel to conduct an inspection.
spotted them and locked himself inside accommodation and raised alarm. Pirates fired warning shots and broke open accommodation doors and entered bridge, where they tied up two officers, two A/Bs, and an oiler. Two pirates remained on bridge with
spotted them and raised the alarm. The robbers threatened the crew. The crew retreated into the accommodation and returned armed with pipes, sticks, etc. Upon seeing the armed crew, the robbers threw their knives towards the crew and jumped overboard. No
Sri Lankan Dvora fast attack craft sank after one the suicide boats, packed with explosives, rammed into the Dvora craft killing 17 Sri Lankan sailors. The sea battle lasted for two hours as the Sri Lankan Navy successfully repelled the attackers away
ssas alert. Local police and port authority informed.
SSAS, sent a distress alert, took evasive maneuvers, mustered the crew and closed all accommodation doors. The distress alert was acknowledged by UKMTO and a helicopter was seen approaching the location. When the boat was around 0.5nm from the tanker
stanchions and 25 persons onboard, called up the vessel requesting them to stop because they had no food or water. As the vessel altered its course, the master noticed that the dhow had increased its speed and was heading directly for them. Seeing this,
starboard bow, port bow, and from stern. The master took evasive maneuvers and directed search lights. The pirates aborted boarding after an hour due to vigilant anti-piracy measures onboard (IMB).
starboard bow, then slowly altered its course to 075 degrees and passed almost half a mile on the starboard side then finally moved away slowly with a course of 180 degrees again when astern. The suspicious craft was 20m long with no roof, impossible to
starboard. Chief Officer and Third Officer repelled attack form port side but thieves gained access on starboard side and one crew member was stabbed in the hand. The thieves took welding tools and thirty meters of hose with fittings. BIMCO observes that
starboard quarter and began opening fire. The captain increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers while activating fire hoses. After 15 minutes, the speed boat aborted the attack (Operator, IMB).
starboard quarter from a speed boat using a hook with rope. They proceeded to the cabins of the master and the purser and restrained them inside. They stole cash and laptops before escaping in their boat. No crewmembers were injured (ReCAAP).
starboard quarter. The boats held several persons dressed in black. Master raised alarm, began evasive maneuvers and increased speed, while crew activated fire hoses. Boats withdrew. (IMB, ONI).
starboard quarter The robbers fired at the vessel, which resulted in 50 bullet holes found on the accommodation doors and broken foremast light fixtures. The ship took evasive action and increased speed to 16 knots. Pirates aborted attack. An unlit
starboard side and boats observed on radar returning in direction of data buoy. One of men had a knife and one a walkie talkie and was wearing a jacket of the security guard force. Six containers opened or had seals removed. No information loss of
starboard side and started spraying bullets towards the vessel. The vessel increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. Four pirates were observed in that boat, three carrying small arms and one with an RPG launcher on his shoulder. Due to the wake
starboard side near the forecastle. The robbers were noticed by a watchman and the alarm was sounded. The robbers then jumped overboard and were picked up by a waiting boat. Four containers were unsealed but none of them opened. There were no injuries.
starboard side of the vessel. Each of the speedboats had five to seven armed persons onboard. The master raised the general alarm and call on VHF channel 16 for help while the chief officer sent out a distress alert via INMARSAT. The crew activated fire
starboard, two thieves boarded the ship, and stole ship's stores before escaping. This is the first report of an apparent coordinated theft in Nigeria (IMB, ONI).
started approaching the robbers who were seen escaping. No injuries to crew.
started making noise to attract crew's attention. While the crew was distracted, robbers from another boat on the starboard side boarded the vessel. The robbers threatened the security guard who approached them, and they stole ship's equipment. Local
start enforcing the blockade of Sierra Leone on August 6, 1997 to force coup leaders there to relinquish power. The military coup in Sierra Leone, which toppled elected president Ahmad Tejan Kabbah, has been denounced by the United Nations and the
stated that fishermen have refused to go to the Natuna seas since the assailants in a speedboat shot Captain Saryadi with automatic rifles on 6 April 1996. The killers fled without taking anything from the victim's boat. The news agency quoted Colonel L.
STATEROOM/OFFICE. THE CREWMEMBER WAS BOUND AND GAGGED. NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE PIRATES STOLE THE SHIP'S SAFE AND OTHER PERSONAL ITEMS. INCIDENT WAS REPORTED TO SINGAPORE V.T.I.S. AND HARBOR POLICE BY VHF RADIO.
STATES, APPARENTLY INTENDING TO TAKE CASH FROM THE SAFE AND CREW. UPON LEARNING THE SHIP HAD BEEN AT SEA FOR WEEKS AT AN OFFSHORE OIL FIELD, THEY TOOK TWO WALKIE-TALKIES AND BINOCULARS. THE 2 CREW HOSTAGES WERE LOCKED IN A LIFEJACKET LOCKER BEFORE BEING
state that the captain, chief engineer and a deckhand were taken hostage.
station informed via channel 12. Vessel was advised coast guard would be on scene in twenty minutes. The intruders opened and pilfered 10 containers and loaded contents into two boats, leaving the vessel after about 45 minutes. No coast guard response
stations noticed the robbers and informed the OOW on the bridge who raised the alarm. Seeing alerted crew the robbers escaped via the anchor chain. Master reported the incident to the pilot and requested him to inform the port authorities. Coast guard
station. The speedboat gave up its pursuit as the vessel increased speed. No injuries were reported.
STATION WHEN IT WAS INTERCEPTED BY 6 YOUTHS IN A SPEEDBOAT. THE YOUTHS REPRESENT A GROUP TRYING TO FORCE SHELL TO HIRE 200 LOCAL TRIBESMEN.
stay away two armed men who had been hiding between containers stowed on deck appeared and held the first officer at gunpoint. The first officer managed to alert the seaman on duty, however when he arrived at the scene the intruders also held him at
stayed onboard for approximately 40 minutes, during which time they stole ship's and crew's cash and crew's personal belongings before escaping. Port authorities were contacted but received no response. (Open Source, IMB)
stbd side. When the speed boat was about two miles, three armed pirates were sighted. Vessel fired rocket flares, activated fire hoses, alarm sounded. The speed boat came as close as 40-50 meters from the vessel. Master fired rocket towards the speed
STEALING $7,000. THE THIEVES LEFT AFTER ABOUT 40 MINUTES, TAKING A SPEEDBOAT TOWARD THE INDONESIAN COAST.
stealing anything.
STEALING DISTRESS SIGNALS FROM A LIFEBOAT.
stealing large amount of ship's stores and a life raft. Second Officer freed himself and sounded alarm and thieves fled with stores to a waiting boat.
stealing personal belongings and various equipment. Marina staff was very cooperative and report was filed with local police (Operator: noonsite.com).
stealing ship's stores (IMB).
stealing ship's stores. The roving deck watchman noticed the robbers and informed the duty officer on the bridge. The alarm was raised and the crew alerted. When the crew approached them, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores.
stealing their personal belongings and escaping by jumping overboard.
steal one television set. There were no injuries to the crew.
steal the ships rescue boat outboard engine but were repelled by ships crew. Robbers managed to cut the battery power cable but escaped empty handed. Port authority were informed (IMB).
steel coils and 17 Russian crewmembers on board. The ship owner lost contact with the ship on 20 Jan 08. The ship did not arrive at her intended port in Hong Kong (scheduled for 24 Jan 08). After being alerted by the Russian authorities, the China
steered it toward Sombereiro River, approximately 15 miles west of the Bonny River. The gunmen later released the vessel along with seven of the crewmembers, but kept the remaining five as hostages. Crewmembers were reportedly robbed of their
steering gear room and stole ship's stores. Duty officer on safety and security rounds noticed the barefoot marks near the steering gear room and engine room and raised alarm. Robbers escaped. (IMB)
stern, coming as close as 1.5NM. The vessel informed naval warships on VHF Ch. 16 and conducted evasive maneuvers. The suspicious skiff was white colored and had 3 men onboard. The skiff eventually aborted its pursuit and moved back to the possible
stick and bolt cutters. A crewmember woke in the night and was confronted by the pistol bearing man and managed to disarm him but was hit on the head by one of the other perpetrators. The engine was stolen and the crewmember was sent to the hospital for
still determining the identities of the suspects and whether they are affiliated with armed groups in the area such as Abu Sayyaf (LM: Times of India).
stole $1,250 cash and personal items from the crew.
STOLE $517 AND WHILE THEY WERE LEAVING A SCUFFLE BROKE OUT BETWEEN THE SKIPPER AND ONE OF THE PIRATES AND IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT THE PIRATE SHOT THE SKIPPER IN ABDOMEN AND WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD LATER.
stole cargo and escaped (IMB).
stole cargo from three contatiners and escaped. Port control informed. Coast guard and the harbor officials came for investigation.
stole cash form safe in master's cabin and his personal belongings before escaping (IMB).
stole forward life raft and ships stores and escaped in their speedboat (IMB).
stole from the ship's stores and escaped in the waiting boat. The port control and ship's agents were informed (IMB).
stole generator spares and bearings (IMB).
stole half the GMDSS equipment, a computer, copier, FAX machine, portable VHF unit, binoculars, rescue boat outboard motor, televisions, radios, VCRs and cash along with the ship's certificates and all the seamen's book sand certificates. Although all
stole his radio. One robber stood guard with the watchman while the others entered the engine room. After around 20 minutes the robbers left the engine room and escaped. The duty watchman went to the bridge and raised the alarm.
stole money and personal belongings from the crew and escaped. No injuries to the crew were reported (IMB).
stolen.
STOLEN.
stolen before escaping. (IMB)
STOLEN FROM THE FORECASTLE STORE.
stolen handheld radio and the incident was reported to an agent at Port Control.
stolen (IMB).
stolen items plus their boat recovered (IMB).
STOLEN. NO INJURIES REPORTED.
stolen stores.
stolen. The theft likely occurred sometime during the night. The thieves likely boarded via anchor chain.
stolen. The whole incident was unnoticed.
stolen. When spotted by crew members the thieves fled leaving behind the crowbar. The attack was reported to authorities but no subsequent action has been taken.
stole ship's and personal cash and belongings. Master was then used as hostage while they robbed third officer. Master and second officer seriously injured by the pirates, who escaped by speedboat (IMB).
stole ship's cash, crew belongings and cash, and escaped at 0135. Master, chief engineer, and a crew member received injuries (IMB).
stole ship's cash, crew personal belongings, then escaped. All crew were reported safe.
stole ship's equipment and stores before escaping. Ship called port authority which did not respond (IMB).
stole ship's property, and escaped in their boat (IMB).
stole ship's spares and escaped. The duty crew managed to free themselves and alert the Master.
stole ship's stores and attacked three crewmembers who tried to stop them. A Vietnamese official watch keeper was onboard but did not take any action to stop the robbers. No injuries to crew. Incident reported to agent. The agent advised not to contact
stole ship's stores and escaped in an awaiting speedboat crewed by four accomplices (IMB).
stole ship's stores before escaping in two motorboats.
stole ship's stores. Duty officer sounded alarm and ship's whistle and the thieves jumped overboard and escaped in their boat.
STOLE SOME GOODS. THE CAPTAIN OF THE URUNDI, WHICH WAS CHARTERED BY THE WEST GERMAN COMPANY WOERMANN, TOOK THE ATTACKERS BY SURPRISE AND THEY FLED.
stole the boat's engine, nets, food and crew clothing. The pirates were said to be Spanish-speaking which is interpreted locally to mean from Venzuela.
stones at crew, when alert sounded (IMB).
stones at the crewmember who raised alarm. Rest of crew mustered and robbers fled leaving behind hook attached to line. Port control informed (IMB).
stop. Master took evasive maneuvers and crew mustered. After 20 minutes, speedboat fled (IMB).
stopped their approach and the chemical tanker continued her passage. A mother vessel was seen in the vicinity.
stop the vessel adn asked for the destination of the cargo. They searched the master's cabin, and stole the master's and 2nd officer's personal belongings. Later a wooden boat came alongside and the pirates left the ship. Port control advised the ship to
store and removed a large quantity of ship's stores. They jumped overboard and escaped at 0225 when they realized the ship's alarm had been sounded. At 0320 local time the same thieves reboarded the ship but aborted their attack and fled in a small unlit
store and stole spares. The duty officer raised the alarm and the crew mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped in an unlit boat (IMB).
store door open and observed two boats moving away from the tanker. The incident was reported to port control and CSO.
store had been broken into. (IMB)
store lock had been broken and ship properties stolen. On investigating, it was found that the robbers had accessed the vessel via the anchor chain after managing to cut the wire lashing and break the padlock securing the hawse pipe covers. Local agents
storeroom and stole ship's property. At 0210 three intruders stole more ship's property. Master contacted port control which failed to respond (IMB).
storerooms, cargo holds, and the superstructure but failed, as the doors were padlocked and secured. The three pilots on board, at the time, asked the master not to interrupt the mooring maneuvers for safety reasons. Once the ship was safely moored, the
stores.
stores. Alert crew raised alarm and robbers escaped. After 45 minutes, 10 robbers in one boat approached and boarded again at the stern. They stole ship's stores and escaped (IMB).
stores and crew belongings before escaping. Two crew injured. Master attempted to contact authorities on VHF but received no response. Tug put in at Merak and reported the incident (IMB).
stores, and crew belongings. The robbers then escaped in a 20-foot blue colored high speed boat (IMB).
stores and crew valuables. Third officer freed himself, sounded alarm and sent alert message. Police investigated.
stores and equipment. Duty A/B raised alarm and robbers fled in a white speedboat (IMB).
stores and escaped in their boat. Duty officer raised alarm and crew mustered. Port control informed (IMB).
stores and escaped. Local authorities informed (IMB).
stores and escaped. Port authorities were informed and came onboard to investigate (IMB).
stores, and escaped unnoticed. (IMB)
stores and other supplies were stowed. The pirates stole 2 radios, clothing, boots, and a raincoat. Other items were left behind as they could not be passed through the portholes. The incident was discovered at 0600 hrs by a crewmember whilst fetching
stores. Attackers left the vessel at 1625. No injuries were reported.
stores. Duty officer raised alarm, sounded ships whistle and crew mustered. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped. D/O called port control but received no response.
stores (IMB).
stores into a waiting motor boat and escaped (IMB).
stores. Port authority-required watchmen stated to have been "not helpful."
stores. Port authority was informed (IMB).
stores stolen (IMB).
stores. The crew on watch spotted them and raised the alarm. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped. Port control was informed (IMB).
stores. The duty crew raised the alarm and sounded the ships whistle. The crew mustered and activated the fire hoses. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting boat, with a life raft (IMB).
stores. When master informed port control he was informed to contact his agent (IMB).
store. They were spotted by the shore watchman who raised the alarm. The robbers escaped with ship stores and crew personal effects. The incident was reported to the local authorities, and the police boarded the vessel for further investigation. (IMB)
STORMED AND RECOVERED BY INDONESIAN NAVY 27JUN. THE HIJACKERS HAD ALREADY RENAMED THE SHIP (WANG YUNG). THE SHIP HAS BEEN TOWED TO THE NAVAL BASE AT KALIKPAPAN. THIS SHIP IS THE FIRST PUBLICLY CLAIMED RECOVERY USING THE SHIPLOC SYSTEM CONSISTING OF A
stranding 12 Guyanese fishermen in Suriname. Suriname authorities blame a gang of 7 Guyanese men, one of whom is armed with a hunting rifle, for the attacks. On 31 Mar, Guyana's coast guard announced they will be patrolling their territorial waters in
striking one of the crewmen in the leg. The captain and chief officer were taken hostage. The four men also took the tugboat documents (probably to show proof they have the two crewmen when they make ransom demands), destroyed probable comms gear, and
stripped the boat of its electronic equipment, documents, charts and crew possessions. Attackers rammed the sailboat on its port quarter using a wooden fishing boat 15-20 m long, damaging the radar post (rudder post?) (IMB).
strongly and continued fighting must eventually involve threats to port facilities and ships present.
style uniform, Assailants pistol whipped one crew member ransacked the vessel and stole the yacht's keys, money, passports and other valuables.
style uniforms. Four of the skiffs crossed the bow of the vessel to the port side while four others were on the starboard side. The master increased speed and raised the alarm while the crew activated fire hoses. The incident lasted approximately 15
SUBMITTED TO BOARDING AND SEARCH. THE ENTIRE EVOLUTION TOOK ABOUT 2 HOURS. NO ONE WAS HURT AND NOTHING IMPROPER WAS DISCOVERED. THREE CONTAINERS WERE EXAMINED AND THE VESSEL WAS ALLOWED TO PROCEED.
Sud Amerika line had been the most recent victim. In most cases, the thefts involved loss of items such as paint and mooring line, which are among the most commonly reported items taken in "pirate" incidents around the world. ONI NOTE: It is routine for
suddenly approached the vessel. The master raised the alarm and took evasive maneuvers; the crew mustered and activated the fire hoses. The pirates attempted to board the bulk carrier with ropes and a long stick with steps. After 20 minutes, the pirates
Suddenly four suspicious speedboats with three persons on each boat wearing black emerged from the lee of the vessel and sped towards the yacht. One boat had a tripod mounted in the bow. The Captain raised the alarm; crew mustered and activated the fire
suffered bullet holes. There is no information about what caused the persons on the tug to stop firing or their intent (IMB, ONI).
suffered bullet injuries in the kidney, died on the spot, while the three others escaped unhurt. The body was brought to the Rameswaram hospital at 3 Jun 08 0130 local time. Tension prevailed as fishermen from Thangachimadam Coastal village gathered in
superstructure and several people on board, and the second boat (a little further away from the first boat) white in color. Both of them were detected from five to ten degrees off the port side at a radar distance of 1.5 miles. The first boat crossed the
supports ship's bridge windows were reported damaged, but there were no injuries to the crew. Incident was near where an unidentified general cargo ship was boarded 25 May. It is also in an area where Indonesia has threatened to open fire on any ship
Suriname. A big boat with bright lights pulled up alongside and pointed guns at the vessel and crew. They were then ordered to loosen the engine from the vessel and climb aboard their vessel. The masked pirates then ordered them to pilot their vessel
surrounding the barge and around 30 pirates boarded the barge, stole and transferred the cargo to their boats and escaped. Incident reported to the Philippine police.
SURVIVED.
Survivors claim the pirates threw 11 fishermen into the sea, seven of whom drowned (INFO).
suspected piracy and raised the alarm and steered away from the craft. The suspicious vessel followed the ship. The Master increased speed at 1210 local time and the vessel aborted the chase. Soon after, another four small high speed crafts approached
suspected the robbers might have boarded, with the assistance of the port watchman (IMB).
suspected the vessel had been hijacked. Vessel was released by the hijackers on 06 February, after stealing an unknown quantity of its fuel cargo. Two of the crewmembers were slightly injured during the incident.
suspicion of illicit dealings with persons ashore, but Lebanese manager claims unspecified engine repairs prevented moving to safer waters. Press reports of 22 Jan state ship will be released 23 Jan on payment of smaller ransom than initially demanded.
suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai.
suspicious boat was 15-18 feet long with a metal skiff that was holding three men and a female. The boat exited the area before enforcement authorities arrived. The Port Operations Dive Group (LM: CBS2.com).
SUSPICIOUS BOAT WAS REDUCED TO LESS THAN 2 MILES. THE BOAT HAD A WHITE HULL WITH ONE WOODEN MAST IN THE CENTER, WHIT FIVE TO SIX MEN ONBOARD. THE BOAT THEN BEGAN MOVING TOWARDS THE VESSEL, INCREASING SPEED. THE CAPTAIN BEGAN CONDUCTING EVASIVE MANEUVERS
suspicious craft altered its course to continue following the ship. The master alerted the crew, and took anti-piracy measures. The crew directed searchlights in the direction of the boat. At 1546 UTC the craft altered its course and stopped following
suspicious craft diverted its course and headed towards the vessel?s direction. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers until they were able to increase their distance before the craft resumed its previous course (Operator, IMB).
suspicious craft had seven persons on board, some with camouflage suits and automatic weapons in their hands, possibly Kalashnikov and AK 47s. They approached at a distance of 15 meters on the starboard side of the tug. They waved at the crew and called
suspicious craft, it altered its course and increased its speed to join a group of three other fishing vessels 4-5 miles northeastward. The vessel was in good condition and relatively new. There was wooden construction with grey house aft and white
Suspicious vessels came within 4.7 miles. As the ship increased speed, the distance between the boats and the ship increased and the suspicious craft moved away (Operator, IMB).
SUSTAIN DAMAGE. THIS MESSAGE WAS UPDATED ON 2/13/87 FROM LLOYDS LIST THE POSITION AND PORT OF DEPARTURE WERE CORRECTED. SEE LLOYDS DATED 24 JAN 87. SEE SPECIAL WARNING 69.
sustained by the crew or police officers.
sustained fire from five heavily armed men in military fatigues. One sailor injured and one boat damaged. Pursuit broken off when assailants fled into Guinean waters. All the crew of the fishing vessel reported safe.
SUSTAINING DAMAGE TO HER ENGINE ROOM. THE M TANK ALOIL SUBSEQUENTLY SUNK.
switched off all ship?s lights, altered course and increased speed. The boat chased the ship for one hour and aborted the attempted attack.
switched on all deck lights. The suspicious boat came close to a distance of 2.4 miles from the tanker and then moved away.
switched on deck lights.
switched on deck lights and boat moved away. Absent other indications this event could as easily have been observation of a smuggling operation as attempted piracy.
switched on deck lights and directed searchlights (IMB).
switched on deck lights and sounded ship's whistle whereupon boat moved away. At 2025 another unlit boat fell in astern. Crew directed searchlight at the boat which moved away.
switched on deck lights, directed searchlights, and activated fire hoses. Attempt was aborted and craft moved away. ONI NOTE: Given the area in which the incident occurred and the 20 kt speed of approach, it is likely this was an encounter with a
switched on lights, after which the boats moved away.
switched on lights and began evasive steering and boats withdrew (IMB).
switched on searchlights. Boat altered course to approach and research ship altered course away for the boat, which then moved away (IMB).
switched on searchlights. Boat altered course to approach and the research ship altered course away for the boat, which then moved away (IMB).
switched on two persons jumped overboard and fled in a high speed small boat, taking one of the ship's liferafts.
tabulated. Master states he attempted to contact Sepetiba Port authorities without reply.
tailing the ship for 3 hours. The attacking vessel was described as a green-colored boat, bearing a Chinese mainland national flag, and a license number of F4404. The captain of the freighter reported seeing at least 4 men in military uniform on board
taken by the authorities. The vessel then moved 12 nautical miles off the coast. No further information was reported.
taken (IMB).
taken including the keeping of a strict watch and all doors to the accommodation, storage etc., had been locked. As soon as the intruders were spotted on board the port authorities were notified via VHF. As soon as this was done the attackers fled,
taking anything.
taking pictures from their small yacht when the pirates snatched them, took them ashore, and spirited them away into the neighboring mountains near Puntland, possibly in attempt for ransom. Ahmed Yusuf Yasin, vice president of the self-declared
TAKING RADIO EQUIPMENT, MOBILE PHONES, AND CASH.
TAKING THE READILY AVAILABLE CASH (SINGAPOREAN $700) THE THIEVES TOWED THE BOAT INTO INDONESIAN WATERS NEAR THE ISLAND OF BINTAN AND RANSACKED THE BOAT. ALL VALUABLES INCLUDING A TELEVISION SET WERE TAKEN. THE SIX-MEMBER CREW WAS RELEASED UNHARMED ON AN
TAKING, THEY LEFT THE VESSEL. NO REPORTS OF INJURY.
TAMIL TERRORISTS HAVE ABDUCTED TWO CARGO SHIPS AT SEA NEAR THE TRINCOMALEE COAST. LANKA PUWATH NEWS AGENCY, QUOTING INDIAN SOURCES, SAYS THAT THE MARITIME UNION OF INDIA, THE HEADQUARTERS OF WHICH IS IN BOMBAY, HAS REQUESTED AN INQUIRY INTO THE TWO
tanker at high speed. One boat came within 10 meters of the vessel. The master took evasive maneuvers, raised the alarm and sounded the whistle for the crew to muster. After 15 minutes, the boats aborted the suspected attack (IMB).
tanker for 10 minutes and aborted the attempt.
tanker for around an hour before aborting and moving away. All crew safe. Ship sustained gun shot damages.
tanker from a speed boat, entered the bridge and tied up the duty AB and the second officer. The pirates brought the duty AB and the second officer to the master's cabin. They also tied up the master and took his money. The master and second officer were
tanker from the fenders. After an alarm was raised, the robbers aborted the attack and traveled toward Lagos, Nigeria. (IMB)
tanker ignored the warning and an exchange of gunfire took place between the pirates and the naval patrol boat. On 30 August, the ship was released.
tanker increased speed, took evasive maneuvers and activated SSAS. Master, two crew and the unarmed security team remained on the brdige while all the other crewmembers retreated into the citadel. The vessel managed to evade the boarding. Due to the
tanker increased speed while crew activated fire hoses. The boats gave up pursuit after 10 minutes.
tanker loading platform. Eight hostages were working as contractors for Houston based Willbros Group Inc., which was subcontracted by Shell. Willbros has confirmed that three Americans, two Egyptians, two Thais, and one Filipino were taken hostage.
tanker made evasive maneuvers, contacted the coalition forces, and escaped attempt. The skiff was deployed by pirates from a previously hijacked general cargo ship (IZUMI), which was being used as a mother ship. (IMB, UKTMO)
tanker. Men in the skiff prepared a ladder to board the tanker. The tanker increased speed and enforced anti-piracy preventive measures. An RPG was fired at the tanker, which fell on the deck but did not explode. The men in the skiff aborted the attack
tanker, noticed three small boats approaching. The able bodied seaman immediately informed the duty officer. The boats started distracting the ship's crew by asking them to buy their fish. The able bodied seaman and the cadet checked on the other side of
Tanker Patrick G. was found abandoned off the suburan Manila town of Paranaque late Sat 23 Jan 1988, but its cargo of bunker oil was missing. The rey patrick G3, sistership to the Patrick G., had been earlier reported missing by the Coast Guard, was
tanker. Robbers then jumped overboard and escaped empty handed in a speedboat (IMB).
Tanker's crew raised alarm and directed searchlights at the boats which withdrew. Circumstances of this incident, especially the shining of lights from the small boats, indicates that this was probably an encounter with a government patrol rather than
tanker, ship property was stolen. On being released the crew sailed the vessel towards Cotonou port.
TANKERS OF WHICH THE ZHU HAI YOU 129 REGISTERED IN CHINA WAS TAKEN AWAY WITH CARGO WORTH 1.6 MILLION HONG KONG DOLLARS. NO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT HAS COME FROM THE CHINESE. PAST INCIDENTS OF SIMULAR NATURE GENERALLY RESULT IN AT LEAST A PRO-FORMA CLAIM BY CHINA
tanker's railing. They were spotted by the crew and the alarm was raised. Upon hearing the alarm and seeing crew alertness, the pirate's boat moved away. Other ships were informed on VHF radio. Local authorities were informed and a naval patrol arrived
tanker underway. One of the skiffs managed to come alongside the tanker, but due to the evasive maneuvers and increasing speed of ship, the boarding failed. The tanker was part of the Chinese Naval Convoy when attacked. (IMB, UKMTO)
tanker underway. They stole cash and crew personal effects and escaped. Master raised the alarm and attempted to contact the coastal authority, but received no response. The crew suffered no injuries.
tanker while anchored. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The Master informed Port Control and Coast Guard, who sent out a patrol boat to investigate. However, the robbers managed to escape with ship stores before the authorities arrived. All
target increased speed and headed towards vessel. Vessel took evasive maneuvers and prevented target from getting closer. Later, target was noticed aborting the attempt and moving away. Vessel resumed passage on intended route.
Tawau in East Malaysia, according to a 17 Jan report. No trace of the tug's crew has been reported. When found, the tug had been renamed (HITA) and the barge had been renamed (FL2). Both wereflying the Belize flag. Four "pirates" and one other individual
team aboard the ship fired warning shots in the vicinity of two small boats. The rounds impacted the water approximately 50 yards from the closest boat and resulted in both small boats ending their pursuit. All shots were accounted for as they entered
team fired warning shots at 800 meters; coalition warship dispatched a helicopter to assist.
team fired warning shots resulting in the pirates moving away.
team on board the cargo ship fired warning shots and the skiff broke pursuit with the pirates returning fire. The crew had mustered in the safe room while the Master, chief mate, and security team remained on the bridge. The Master reported that the
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tempered with but nothing stolen.
ten-meter long orange boat with five people in it was noticed slowly moving away from the vessel. Port control was informed. No stores were stolen (IMB).
territorial waters. Abdullahi Sheikh Fartag, spokesmen for the Juba Valley Alliance (JVA) militia, which controls the main southern port of Kismayo, condemns this action. He warned that if the vessel is not released unconditionally, his militia will
Thai anti-piracy laws will now carry the death penalty. Navy patrols of the area have been increased. Caution is advised when transiting this area.
THAILAND.SOME OF THE CREW WERE ROBBED. LLOYDS OF 5/19/87 REPORTS THIS INCIDENT AS OCCURRING NEAR HORSBURGH LIGHT 1-19.8N 104-24.4E. WHERE SEVERAL SIMILAR ATTACKS HAVE TAKEN PLACE.
Thai-registered product tanker, laden with fuel oil. They abducted the master and boatswain and left in a fishing boat, along with the ship's documents. The remaining 14 crewmembers safely piloted the tanker to its next port of call. The pirates,
that it had been boarded by pirates. There are 13 crewmembers onboard the tanker, including 5 Koreans and 8 Filipinos (UKMTO).
that pirates were onboard, repeated three times before the line went dead. No returned calls were answered. The ships operators were alerted and at the same time a SSAS message was received by the operators and forwarded to UKMTO. According to Puntland
that the owners continue to maintain regular contact with the vessel and all 15 members of the crew are well in view of the circumstances. The vessel has been sailed into Somali territorial waters (IMB, Operator, UKMTO, AP, LM: International Hearld
that the persons were waving a black cloth and no contacts made on VHF. Master altered course several times to evade the approach. The persons made two attempts to get close and finally aborted the chase at 0925 local time.
that the pirates had left. No damage was reported and the crew was reported safe.
that the pirates went onto the bridge armed with knives and demanded the Chief Officer to telephone the Master before they tied him up. Some of the pirates then moved down to the Master's cabin, tied him up and took cash and personal effects. The report
that the robers left the vessel on 14 April after stealing crew and ship property. All crew safe.
that thwarted the attack (SAP, LM).
that was not welded down. Pirate attacks on fishing trawlers increased from four reported cases in 2003 to 107 in 2007, according to the Nigerian Trawler Owners Association (LM: Lagos Journal).
the accommodation and locked all doors. Robbers left in four automobiles after about 40 minutes of unsuccessfully attempting to gain entrance to the accommodation, taking chains and electrical cables. Calls to Port Control and the Port Police were
the aft. Pirates tied up the ship's master and another crew member with ropes, and stole their money and personal belongings including camera, mobile phones, shoes and clothes. The pirates also went to the chief engineer's cabin and stole his money. The
the aft starboard quarter. The speedboat had two engines manned by one person while two people stood forward by a white container and were holding a hook with a long line. The speedboat got within 2 to 3 meters. The men were reportedly well equipped with
the air, then boarded the ship. They handcuffed the crew, beat them, and one crew member was later treated for a gunshot wound. They stole the ship's cargo of cigarettes worth $3,500,000 (US). They also took the ship's charts, documents, books, the
THE ALARM.
thealarm and mustered crew members. After 10 minutes the boatsdisappeared. The master reported the incident to the Singaporeauthorities (IMB).
THE ALARM AND MUSTERED THE CREW.
the alarm and the attackers fled with ship's stores and breathing apparatus.
the alarm and the crew mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with a barrel of oil. (IMB)
the alarm and the robbers escaped with the ships equipment (IMB).
the alarm and took evasive maneuvers. The gunmen gave up the pursuit after chasing the vessel for 30 minutes (IMB).
the alarm and warned other ships on VHF. After ten minutes the boat broke off its pursuit and headed towards other ships.
the alarm. Crew mustered and shouted at the robber who jumped overboard and escaped with his accomplices. Incident reported to the local police and port authorities.
the alarm, resulting in the robber fleeing. Further investigation revealed the forecastle store padlock broken, but nothing stolen. Authorities were informed of the incident.
the alarm. Robbers escaped with the stolen stores.
the alarm, robbers jumped into the water and escaped. Nothing was reported stolen. port control was informed and patrol boat came and searched the area.
the alarm, sent out a distress call and contacted coalition assistance while conducting evasive maneuvering. A Danish warship responded by deploying a helicopter to intercept the attack. The armed men aborted the attack once the warship arrived on scene
the alarm. SSAS activated and crew mustered. One of the pirates tried to board the ship but was unsuccessful because of the presence of the bosun who was holding an iron bar. The pirates aborted the attempted attack upon seeing the crew alertness.
the alarm. The thieves stole safety equipment and belongs of the crew member, before escaping in an unlit boat (IMB).
The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. Upon seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped in a waiting boat (IMB).
The alarm was raised and the search was carried out. All the doors and access into the ship was closed down/locked. The attack was unsuccessful (IMB).
the alarm was raised. The alert crew mustered as per company procedures. Sensing the crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. No injuries to crew reported and nothing was stolen (IMB).
The alarm was raised; the crew mustered and activated fire hoses. The yacht increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. The vessels aborted the attempt and moved away (IMB).
the alarm was raised, the robbers departed the vessel with the stolen stores. (IMB)
the alarm when he spotted two men using a stick with a hook attempting to board the vessel from the poop deck. The crew was alerted through the public address system. Upon hearing the alarm, the men aborted the boarding, jumped into the water, and fled
THE ALARM WHEREUPON THE THIEVES FLED WITH SHIP'S STORES.
The alert crew members sounded the alarms and the robbers escape. (IMB).
the alert crew, the robbers escaped with stolen ship stores. (IMB)
the area has been warned to stay away from where the vessel was taken for fear of further attacks.
the attack.
the attackers and to detain five boats. Five intruders escaped with items from the cargo including garments and fruit. Ship had docked and containers had been surveyed and resealed by insurers representatives. The timing suggests that the intruders
the attackers control.
THE ATTACKERS FIRED AT THE SHIP WITH RIFLES AND PURSUED IT FOR ABOUT TEN MINUTES BEFORE BREAKING OFF THE ATTACK WITH NO REPORTED INJURY TO SHIP OR CREW.
The attacking boat approached at high speed, held a parallel course, then sped off after firing the shot. No injury was reported to ship or personnel.
the attack. Two days later on 28 July, all eight crewmembers were released, unharmed (REUTERS, LM: Sea News, Russia).
the attack was averted. (ONI, UKMTO)
The attack was repelled with water hoses, and no shots were fired. (IMB, UKMTO)
the attack when at Iranian warship arrived in the area. (IMB)
the attempt and moved away. Pilot reported to harbour control.
the attempt and robbers fled. Lagos port security informed (IMB).
the attempted boarding.
The attempted boarding was aborted (IMB).
the attempt. Later a naval patrol boat arrived on location and after a search were able to apprehend the suspected robbers.
the authorities and relayed the tug's request for the assistance. When pirates could not enter the accomodation they disembarked and proceeded to board the barge. Pirates stole ship's stores and equipment and lowered them into the boat. A naval patrol
the boat and the attempt was abandoned.
The boat pursued the vessel for 45 minutes beforeabandoning the chase. The master advised that he had a similarexperience in the area on another ship last year (IMB).
the boats owner has not been recovered (AP, LM).
the boats turned town the Yemeni coast. About thirty minutes later the same activity was repeated (IMB).
the boat. The crew was alerted and rushed towards the robber. When the robber realized he had been detected, he jumped overboard and escaped with the others in the boat (IMB).
the bosun, he managed to alert the others on the walkie-talkie. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The port authorities were contacted, but no response. The robbers escaped (IMB).
the bridge and in the engine room, respectively. The pirates made the vessel steer towards Togo, raided crew cabins, and stole personal effects and ship's cash. After 45 hours, the pirates disembarked the vessel near Escravos Terminal, Nigeria. All crew
the bridge as hostages, ship's speed was ordered reduced, communications equipment damaged by cutting VHF cable, and ship's cash and master's personal effects stolen. Master was forced to accompany the pirates to the poop where they departed the ship, in
the bridge who raised the alarm and sounded the ship's whistle continuously. The duty A/B heard a motor boat moving away from the vicinity of the forecastle. On inspection, a new mooring rope was found partially hacked into small pieces on the deck.
the bridge who raised the alarm. Crew mustered and activated the fire hoses resulting in the robbers aborting the attempted boarding.
the bulk carrier. The master raised the alarm and increased speed and activated fire hoses. The security team onboard fire shots and the men in the small boat left the area. (IMB, ONI)
the captain managed to get the man out of the cabin. As he was trying to push the robber into the water, the robber pointed a gun at them, but they managed to close the hatch, put on outside spots, and called for help. The three men left shortly after
the channel to Guayaquil and broke open two containers. In this incident the two persons were apprehended by the Ecuadorian Coast Guard but escaped from the Coast Guard patrolboat.
the chief engineer, chief officer and two crew were also robbed before the pirates left at 0500, the ship having been not under command during that time (IMB).
THE CHIEF ENGINEER'S CABIN WHERE THEY WERE ROBBED AND HELD WHILE THE THIEVES STOLE APPROXIMATELY US $16,000 IN CONTRABAND. THE THIEVES USED THEIR OWN KEYS TO GAIN ACCESS TO THE CREW QUARTERS.
the citadel and began evasive maneuvers and activated the ships distress signal as well. The security team onboard returned fire and the pirates aborted the mission and escaped.
the coast guard. Later the man jumped overboard and escaped. Coast guard boarded for investigation.
The craft aborted the attempt and headed back to the shore.
the crew directed fire hoses and activated SSAS. The pirates boarded the ship and stole the crew?s personal belongings, ship?s cash, and property. After 50 minutes, they left the ship. No injuries to crew except minor bruises. Ships in the vicinity
the crew hearing three gunshots. The attackers attempted to board by hanging a portable ladder twice, but failed. The crew conducted evasive maneuvering and was able to avoid being boarded. The entire incident lasted approximately two hours. Any damage
the crew locked themselves inside in quarters and the master, second mate and helmsman stayed on the bridge and locked the doors. After absconding with six mooring ropes, a winch drum and six life rings, the thieves jumped into the water where they met
the crewmen's watch. The port watchmen were reported as absent during the attack.
The crew mustered and activated fire hoses. The men in the skiffs abandoned the pursuit due to evasive maneuvers and the repeated calls to nearby coalition forces (IMB).
the crew mustered and took back the stolen stores and pushed the pirates back to their craft. The pirates boarded the barge and left after 20 minutes. The local agents were informed (IMB).
The crew mustered, raised the alarm, and informed the authorities. The robbers were not successful in stealing anything from the vessel. All crew was reported safe.
the crew mustered, the robbers had escaped with stolen ship's stores. Attempts to contact and report incident to port authority were unsuccessful. All crew safe.
The crew responded by throwing Molotov cocktails and signal rockets at the speedboats. One crewmember was injured and the vessel sustained minor damage. A US warship responded, but no medical assistance was required (IMB).
the crew's alertness, the robbers escaped in their fishing boat with the stolen stores. Port control informed of the incident.
the crew. Seeing crew's alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped.
The crew spotted them and raised the alarm. Upon detection, the robbers jumped over board and escaped. No injures to crew (ReCAAP ISC).
the crew stood by to repel any attempted boarding. As a result the boat gave up its pursuit after 25 minutes.
the crew. The crew proceeded to the forecastle. The robbers threw shackles at the crew but no one was injured. The robbers stole from the ships stores and escaped in their boat. The port control was informed and a patrol boat arrived two hours later and
THE CREW WAS INJURED.
The crew were put ashore on a nearby island and were rescued 12 Jul. Tug and barge remain missing (IMB).
THE CREW WERE TAKEN INTO CUSTODY AND CHARGED WITH ILLEGAL FISHING EVEN THOUGH SHIP WAS CARRYING A FROZEN CARGO BETWEEN MAURITANIA AND CAMEROON. THROUGH 27 NOV AT LEAST, THE GOVT OF LITHUANIA, WHICH LACKS DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS WITH EQUATORIAL GUINEA, WAS
the crossfire. The attack consisted of two kamikaze frogmen, followed by two guerrillas. The first diver blew himself up at the entrance to the port, the Navy killed the second while he was in the water. The Navy also destroyed one of the intruding
the (CRYSTAL CLEAR) and (KELLY) and left the helpless boats to be paddled toward shore. The owner of (CRYSTAL CLEAR) estimates his losses at $20,000 while that for (KELLY) is estimated at $25.000 (INFO, LM).
the direction of a container ship, at a distance of 8nm (IMB).
the direction of Thailand or Cambodia. Fifteen of the crew were rescued and three remain missing. Local authorities state that Vietnamese fishing boats are often attacked from Cambodia.
the door's lock broken and infomed D/O who raised the alarm. On hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped with the stolen ship stores. Coast Guard and port control informed.
The Duty AB managed to untie himself and inform the Duty Officer on the bridge. The Duty Officer raised the alarm and sounded the ships whistle. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with the ships property (IMB).
the duty crew on deck but the crew retreated to the bridge and raised the alarm. The robbers broke two containers, stole cargo, and then escaped. The duty officer tried to call port control but there was no response (IMB).
the duty officer alerted the crew who mustered on deck. The small boat then left and headed towards the north traffic lane.
the duty officer who raised the alarm, sounded the ship's whistle, and activated the fire pump with pressurized water jets. All access to bridge and accommodations were closed and crew was gathered on the bridge. Robbers jumped into water and escaped in
the duty officer who raised the general alarm and directed the ship search light towards the robbers. Seeing that they were noticed, the robbers aborted the attempt and moved away. Port control was informed (IMB).
the early morning, and took only the two men, leaving other members of the ships crew unharmed. No demands have been received from the kidnappers (REUTERS).
the efforts to evade were aborted and the pirates boarded the vessel now 33 miles offshore. Initially 17 pirates came on board. This group was later joined by an additional ten. The pirates are now reportedly demanding a large ransom for the safe return
the embarked security team on the bridge fired a warning flare. The skiffs continued their approach and a second flare was fired, resulting in the skiffs ceasing the approach and moving away.
the engine room by breaking the padlock. Alert duty watchman sighted the robbers who then threatened and chased him. Luckily the duty watchman was able to enter the accommodation and alert the bridge officer, who raised the alarm. Later a thorough search
the engine room. The pirates left the vessel when Benin naval vessels approached. (IMB, Open Sources)
the exact time of the incident was not reported. According to the report, the chemical tanker was being pursued by a vessel with hostile intent. At 0825 UTC, USCGCC received a message reporting that the tanker was 18NM ahead of the suspected pirate
the faster speedboat. Gunmen dressed in army-type fatigues held up the vessel, which had departed the Northwest District at 0600 bound for the Pomeroon. Passengers were robbed of cash and other valuables. A drum of fuel was stolen as well. Three male
THE FERRY NORMALLY CONDUCTS TRANSPORTS BETWEEN THE EAST AND WEST COASTS OF SRI LANKA, TRANSITING AROUND THE NORTH END OF THE ISLAND IN WATERS SUBJECT TO REBEL ATTACKS. REPORTEDLY THE REBELS GAINED ACCESS TO THE FERRY BY ISSUING A DISTRESS SIGNAL WHICH
The fire pump was turned on, engine RPM increased to maximum speed and lookouts were placed around the bridge. The boats later aborted the chase (Operator, UKMTO, IMB).
the following day. At least six fishing boats have been attacked recently in the Niger Delta, in conjunction with communal violence ashore.
the forecastle and paint stores. Another duty AB spotted the robbers and informed D/O on bridge. The alarm was raised and crew mustered. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with the ships stores. Attempts made to contact bonny signal station were
the forecastle. Duty crew noticed the robbers and informed the Duty Officer, who raised the alarm and notified the Master. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped with the stolen stores. Port Control was informed
THE FORECASTLE STORE AND STOLE 24 PAILS OF PAINT.
the forecastle store. They raised the alarm and retreated into the accommodation. On hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped in their waiting boat. Upon investigation, it was discovered that ship's stores had been stolen. Port control was informed.
the forward bosun store and container (IMB).
the forward deck. The robbers escaped with the stolen stores. Port control was informed.
theft. Noticing the alert crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's properties (IMB).
theft was in the morning (IMB).
theft was noticed during the next watch change and was reported to the local agent and the port authorities.
the general alarm was raised. They entered the engine room, held third engineer hostage, stole the ships properties, and escaped. No injuries to crew. The incident was reported to the agent (IMB).
THE GRENADE MISSED AND NO DAMAGE WAS REPORTED. (INCIDENT REPORTED 9 MAY).
the group stole ship's stores before jumping overboard and escaping in a motorboat (IMB).
THE GULF OF THAILAND. THE BRIDGE WAS ENTIRELY MANNED BY THE PIRATES WITH THE CREW BEING ORDERED TO ASSIST IN THE ENGINE ROOM. ENTIRE CARGO OF MARINE OIL WAS TRANSFERED TO ANOTHER VESSEL ON DECEMBER 1. AFTER UNLOADING, VESSEL SET SAIL FOR THREE DAYS AND
the hands of six watch keepers. Pirates took the hostage to the master's cabin, stole ship's cash and personal properties, and escaped. (IMB)
the hijacking attempt. (IMB)
the IMB may believe the ship is being used as a "phantom" vessel to steal legitimately consigned cargoes.
The incident was reported on 30 Jun 08 to the cruisers net on VHF 72 and local police (Operator:noonsite.com).
the intolerable with 57 reported attacks in Nov and Dec 2001. Local law enforcement officials are allegedly conniving with the thieves.
the intruder and raised alarm, whereupon he jumped into the river and was recovered by his accomplices.
the intruders fired back twice as they fled. No injuries reported.
the intruders fled (IMB).
the intruders fled. Takoradi port control sent a patrol boat to search the area (IMB).
the intruders jumped overboard and escaped in their small boat (IMB).
their attempts to board (IMB).
THEIR BOAT.
THEIR BOAT TOWARDS A TUGBOAT WHICH WAS APPARENTLY WAITING FOR THEM.
their boat when the alarm sounded and crew mustered.
theircatch and repeatedly chopped them with knives and other weapons.One fisherman died and the five other fishermen were seriously injured. The officer in charge of Moheshkhali police station confirmed the incident (LM: Gulf Times).
their chase.
their heads. Their hands were tied up and were ordered to and over all money, mobile phones and watches in the dark. After handing over the valuables the robbers left (Operator: Noonsite.com).
theirpatrol boat and rescued the vessel along with the crewmembers. All of the crewmembers werereported safe. The pirates left the vessel before the patrol boat arrived.
their position. The armed guards fired warning shots when the skiffs closed to a distance of 1 mile, resulting in the pirates aborting the attack and moving away.
their pursuit and moved away (IMB).
THEIR SPEEDBOAT AND ESCAPED. SOME OF THE CREW SWAM ASHORE AND REPORTED THE INCIDENT TO THE LOCAL POLICE. THE FISHING VESSEL WAS BROUGHT BACK TO MOMBASA. KENYAN POLICE ARE INVESTIGATING THE INCIDENT.
their speedboat, the would be pirates were reportedly paid off in cash, provisions and diesel oil from the ship (IMB).
THEIR VESSEL AND MAINTAIN ANTI-PIRACY WATCH WHEN PASSING THROUGH THIS AREA.
their waiting boat.
their waiting boat. No injuries to crew. Reported to harbour pilots but no action taken.
the Jaffna Peninsula in Northern Sri Lanka. An LTTE represenative made a statement on a rebel radio station announcing that a crew member of the ship had been killed after the ship tried to escape. The body of the crewman was handed over the
the life raft in an inflated condition, which was missing the survival pack that contained rocket flares (IMB).
the lines aft, taking him then to the accommodation where they woke the other officers and the Master. The thieves then proceeded to take personal belongings, watches, radios, cash, and the bonded store of cigarettes, wines and spirits. These items were
them.
The master raised the alarm, contacted coalition forces, increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers to evade the attack (IMB).
The Master raised the alarm, took evasive maneuvers, and all crew except bridge team mustered in citadel. Onboard armed security team activated deck lights and fire hoses and returned weapons fire, resulting in the pirates moving away. (IMB)
the Master requested assistance on the VHF, and his request was acknowledged by the Pilot Station, no police arrived at the vessel. During the attacker's stay on board which lasted about 15 minutes, eight containers were tampered with and some had their
The master requested immediate assistance from the coalition authorities. An aircraft arrived at the scene and the piracy tug boat (possibly the mother-ship) and the speedboats stopped firing. The ship is reportedly safe. Reported description confirms
the masters cabin where they ransacked the space, stole the safe, and escaped without interdiction. (IMB)
The Master suspected robbers may have boarded with the assistance of the port watchman (IMB).
the master that the security level II was being maintained in the outer anchorage area. Three robbers boarded the vessel via the main deck. Crewmembers were maintaining anti-piracy watches forward and aft. The alarm was raised as soon as the robbers were
them but failed. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with two drums of lub oil in a canoe. The master sent a distress alarm by VHF but there was no response, from the port authorities (IMB).
them (IMB).
them. Local agent and company CSO were informed (IMB).
them of all their valuables. The Rivers State Police Command and The Marine Police are investigating. No group has claimed responsibility for this attack (LM: The Guardian).
themselves down the rudder/propeller, while the boat moved away. Alert crew mustered and master turned the propeller. Robbers jumped off from the rudder post and were picked by their boat. Master called port control but received no response (IMB).
themselves in a safe room and requested assistance. The vessel was freed the following day when US Marines boarded the vessel and arrested the suspected pirates. (IMB, LM: New York Times)
themselves inside the accommodation for their own safety. Another group of robbers on motorcycles arrived near the vessel and the stolen ship's stores were lowered. The two shore watchmen employed for security duties were missing during the incident and
themselves to the ship's rudder. Master informed Togo Navy which responded and detained all four boats. Nothing was reported stolen.
them, stole ship's stores before jumping overboard and escaping in a motorboat (IMB)..
THEM. THE CAPTAIN SAID THE VESSEL WAS ATTACKED OFF XAAFUUN WHILE ON HER WAY FROM MOMBASA TO JEDDAH. HE DECLINED TO SPECIFY THE CARGO. THE SURVIVING CREW WERE MADE TO JUMP OVERBOARD, AND LATER WERE RESCUED BY M STERN TRLR DUBAI DOLPHIN.
them there, damaged communications gear, ransacked master's cabin and stole ship's cash, personal belongings and ship's equipment. They then robbed other crew, ordered ship's speed reduced, and escaped in a waiting boat (IMB).
them to masters cabin, where they threatened the master. Robbers stole masters property and ships cash, and then robbed 2nd officer. Both master and 2nd officer suffered injuries. Before leaving the ship form the forecastle using 2nd officer as hostage,
then assembling all crew in the officers' Mess Room. The attackers ransacked all cabins, taking TV sets, radios, jewelry, cash, VHF radios, binoculars and other equipment. Fortunately there were no injuries to crew members reported. After the attack,
the naval sources, five LTTE speedboats were heading towards Pulmoddai from Nayaru and the sea battle erupted when the LTTE boat cluster was detected by the naval FACs. No damage to naval craft or sailors, according to naval sources (LM: Sri Lanka
then fired upon the ship. Ship?s Master raised the alarm, increased speed and mustered the crew in a safe location on the ship. The onboard armed security team returned fire, causing the skiff to break off the attack and move away. No injuries to the
then increased speed to about 17 knots and came within 5 to 10 metres of her stern. Five persons on board the motorboat were observed preparing lines to board the ship. In order to repel an attack, the general alarm was sounded, all crew reported to the
the north to south course at 15kts. It was at a distance of 4.5NM to the reporting vessel. At 0808 UTC, the speedboat altered course. There were no other boats in the vicinity. The master reported that they were not chased, but reported this as
then raided it. Master was killed and one crewman was shot in the leg. Philippine authorities said no naval or coast guard vessels were in those waters when the incident occurred and is investigating the attack. Local fishermens association called for
Then the pirates entered and looted chief officer's and chief engineer's cabins before taking Master as hostage to the poop deck where they disembarked into a waiting boat (IMB).
Then the pirates entered and looted chief officer's and chief engineer's cabins before taking Master as hostage to the poop deck, where they disembarked into a waiting boat (IMB).
the officer of the watch received no response, he dispatched the aft watchman to investigate. Upon seeing the crewmember's discovery, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores. The incident was reported to the coast guard who arrived 30
the officer on watch started flashing search light and torch lights at the approaching vessels. Meanwhile, four robbers armed with machine guns and knives, boarded unnoticed from the port side and overpowered the watchmen. Robbers gathered up a total of
the OOW, who raised the alarm. The robbers aborted the attempt and escaped in their speedboat. The crew conducted an investigation and found nothing missing and no damage to ship. VTIS informed (IMB).
the other 3 boats escaped. ONI NOTE: Although.the circumstances of the shooting a relatively clear in this instance, similar use of firearms in law enforcement has been misreported as piracy or attempted piracy and Indonesian authorities have not always
the other tanker. The hijacked tanker had 23 crewmembers onboard. (IMB, Open Source)
the padlock to the forecastle store room and stole ship's properties. Duty officer noticed the robbers and raised the alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped with stolen ship stores. Incident reported to the local police who boarded the ship
the passengers of their valuables. The passengers were later released along a mangrove at a creek. However, the vessels boat driver and conductor were still held onboard. No injuries to the released passengers were reported. No group has claimed
THE PATROL BOATS TRAVEL IN GROUPS OF 2 OR MORE AND ARE ARMED WITH 12.7MM MACHINE GUNS AND SMALL ARMS. EACH CARRIES A CREW OF 20 IN CIVILIAN CLOTHES. FOUR THAI FISHING TRAWLERS FROM PATTANI PROVINCE WERE RECENTLY ATTACKED. THEIR FISH CATCH WAS SEIZED
the patrol boat. The patrol boat returned fire. The tanker proceeded to a neighboring country's waters and escaped. The IMB Piracy Reporting Center informed all authorities in the region and issued a broadcast warning to look out for the vessel and
The perpetrator in the inflatable rowed away and picked up the other perpetrator and escaped. No one was hurt and nothing was taken (Operator: Noonsite.com).
THE PERSON FLED.
the pilot to board. Duty Officer noticed the robbers and raised the alarm, sounded the ship's whistle, and alerted the crew. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a speedboat. No injuries to crew. Nothing was stolen (IMB).
the pirates.
the pirates aborted the attack.
the pirates aborted the attack. (IMB, UKMTO)
the pirates aborted their attack. (UKMTO)
the pirates aborting the attack. Crew and vessel safe.
the pirates and informed master who raised the alarm. SSAS activated and crew mustered. One of the pirates tried to board the ship but was unsuccessful because of the presence of the bosun who was holding an iron bar. The pirates aborted the attempted
THE PIRATES CALL THEMSELVES THE PALESTINE LIBERATION FRONT AND THE PLO HAVE DISAVOWED ANY AFFILIATION CLAIMED. UPDATE ENTERED TO MESSAGE ON 10 OCT 85: ONE HOSTAGE KILLED ON 09 OCT 85 BY TERRORISTS WHO LATER SURRENDERED TO EGYPTIAN AUTHORITIES. THE
the pirates caught the ship's side, cut the razor wire with a small tool and came on board while the other three pirates remained in the skiff. All crewmembers took shelter in the citadel. The pirates then made their way to the bridge and entered the
The pirates continued to chase and fire at the ship for around three hours before aborting. No injuries to crew.
The pirates made their way to the bridge, fired warning shots and gained entry into the bridge. They assaulted the Master and stole his personal effects. In the meantime another 10 pirates arrived and ordered the Master to heave up anchor and chief
The pirates robbed the passengers of money and valuables, threw two security guards overboard (drowning one), and beat a crew member before speeding off in another boat.A 02 June 1999 report states that only money from an armored car aboard the ferry was
The pirates stole the ship's equipment, properties and abandoned the boat at Yanud Port, Tha - Phae District, Satun Province. The police located the fishing boat and returned it to the owners in Malaysia. No one was injured (IMB).
the pirates, the crew ran inside the accommodation and closed all doors. After taking a head count, the master realized that one oiler was being held hostage. The master contacted the shore authorities. The pirates opened fire but there were no injuries
The pirates were able to breach the citadel and kidnapped five crewmembers before departing the vessel. The remaining crews were reported safe.
the poop deck. The Duty Officer was informed and raised the alarm. The crew remained inside the accommodation until local authorities arrived and boarded the vessel. A search was performed and determined that the robbers had abandoned the ship empty
the port bow with a speed of 19 KTS. Once the suspicious craft was approximately 1NM from the ship, it reduced its speed to 16.5 KTS and was trying to meet the ship. The master was called and the general alarm was raised. All crew mustered and were sent
the port side. As duty watchman came back around, the robbers threatened him with knives and stole ship's stores before escaping. Local authorities were informed (IMB).
the port side attempted to put a ladder on the vessel and the ship's crew removed it. The same boat began firing bullets and parachute rockets. Coalition navy forces were contacted. The ship continued increasing speed and altering course until both boats
the port side until the ship was between them. Not suspecting they may be pirates, the vessel passed between the two boats. As soon as the vessels heading was between them, the suspicious boats moved closer. When the crew saw that they were preparing the
there are 18-20 pirates onboard the vessel. The vessel is currently anchored off Eyl (Operator, IMB, UKMTO, LM: Times of India).
THE REASON FOR THESE MISSILE FIRINGS, WHETHER INTENTIONAL OR ACCIDENTAL, IS NOT CLEAR, AND NO ONE HAS YET CLAIMED RESPONSIBILITY FOR THESE ATTACKS. SEE REPORT FOR C/V NORASIA SAMANTHA.
THERE IS NO INFORMATION WHETHER SHIP WAS AT ANCHOR OR UNDERWAY AT THE TIME OF THE BOARDING.
the remaining crew members who sailed the ship to Senegal.
the rest of the crew members hands and feet. The robbers then proceeded to rob the ship. Master reported to port police but robbers escaped before the police arrived (IMB).
THE REST. THE TRAWLERS WERE RECOVERED.
There was no damage to the ship or cargo and no injuries to crew (IMB).
There were about 20 men on board and they fired upon the vessel with machine guns and artillery. The ship was hit and damaged, including a 70mm hole from a shell which entered the galley and caused further damage to the refrigerator and ceiling.
There were no staff members present at the time of the event. Five suspects were arrested and one of the boats was recovered after being found crashed near the coast of Jazeera in the outskirt of Mogadishu. The other boat was later recovered, neither had
the rig and seized an expatriate worker. A company spokesman explained, they had recently suffered a breakdown in relations with local communities and that discontented factions might be behind the abduction. The worker was released on 04 Apr and the oil
the river. The tanker was then abandoned by its captain and 21 crewmembers after they were unable to contain the fire. Crewmembers report having to defend against local robbers who tried to seize their belongings amid the chaos. Associates of MEND
the robber jumped into the water and escaped with two other accomplices waiting in a boat. Nothing stolen and no casualties.
The robbers aborted the operation and escaped. Nothing was reported stolen (IMB).
the robbers attempting to enter the paint store and raised the alarm. Seeing crew alertness, the robbers aborted their attempt and escaped in their boat.
the robber saw the alert crew, he jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting boat (IMB).
the robbers boat was hovering around the ship, master picked up anchor and moved to open sea (IMB).
the robbers escaped with the stolen ship property. Port control informed.
the robbers fled the vessel but were able to steal a life raft. Alexandria port officials were notified of the incident.
the robbers jumped into the water and escaped (IMB).
the robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores in a small boat (IMB).
The robbers later left the vessel. Nothing was stolen and there was no harm to the crew or vessel. The ship weighed anchor and proceeded to high seas for safety (IMB).
the robbers, raised the alarm, and mustered the crew. The robbers aborted the attack upon seeing the crew alertness and moved away. (IMB)
the robbers, raised the alarm and proceeded towards the forecastle. Seeing the crew alertness, the robbers escaped in their boat with the stolen stores. Local agents informed.
The robbers seized the third officer who was on routine rounds at the forecastle. They hit him and threatened him with a knife, while five other robbers boarded the ship, broke the hatch cover with pipes and crowbars, and began to steal ship's stores.
the robbers stealing the ship stores and informed the bridge. The officer of the watch raised the alarm, and the robbers jumped overboard and escaped. The vessel tried to but could not contact authorities. (IMB)
The robbers stole cash and the crew's personal belongings before fleeing. No injuries were reported. The incident was reported to Singapore's Port Operations Control Centre (ReCAAP, IMB).
The robbers took the vessel's gps equipment, marine radio, moble phones and some of the ship's provisions. The also abducted the master, the chief mate, and chief engineer. The remaining crewmembers left onboard the tug reported the incident to the Cebu
the rudder to deter the robbers. The robbers escaped in their boat. The local authorities were informed but no assistance arrived (IMB).
the safe room. A US warship responded to the alert and offered assistance. The pirates later aborted and left.
the same company. Reporting speculates the vessel was inadvertently hit during an attempt by Hezbollah to hit Israeli naval vessels blockading their coast. According to media reports, Israeli sources claim a radar guided missile with a range of 60 miles
the security team responding. Later the pirates aborted the attempt and moved away.
the ship and began to lower ship's stores into their boats. Duty officer noticed the robbers, raised the alarm and crew mustered. Seeing crew alertness the robbers escaped with stolen ship stores. Incident reported to the coast guard.
the ship and fled in their ten meter wooden speedboat when the alarm was sounded. The same boat apparently conducted surveillance of the ship during the night of 29 Apr to ascertain the frequency ofthe watchmen's rounds.
the ship and pulled out their guns. Most of the 234 passengers and 35 crew members were forced to disembark, while 10 people were held hostage. The 10 hostages were freed and the Maoists blew up the boats. The hijackers were gunned down by police after a
the ship at 0250 local time (IMB).
the ship, attempting to board. Ship raised alarm, switched on deck lights and activated fire hoses, whereupon the boat withdrew (IMB).
the ship has been hijacked, such alerts are typically issued only in cases where some crime is believed to have been committed. The Public Security Bureau of China announced 1/13/99, that it had arrested members of a piracy gang in the hijack of the
the ship. Nothing was stolen. The watch keepers noticed seven people in the fishing boat (IMB).
the ship, overpowered the watch, and then forced the master to open the ship's safe. The pirates stole a large amount of money, ship's tackle, stores, and spare parts. The pirates then made their escape in two launches and have not been apprehended since
the ship's alarms were sounded. The ship left the anchorage area and moved 12 to 15 miles offshore. A knife, steel pipe, and rope were left behind. No description of the stolen items has been provided.
the ship's cash box and two mobile phones. The alarm was raised and authorities were informed. No crewmembers were injured. ReCAAP ISC Comment: The STAR YPSILON and THERESA LIBRA incidents were likely involving the same group of men as the modus operandi
the ship's course. Master raised alarm and crew activated fire houses before boats moved away (IMB).
The ships crew repelled both attempts and notified authorities.
THE SHIP'S SIDE ABOVE THE WATER LINE, DAMAGING CREW QUARTERS. NONE OF THE 20 CREW ON BOARD WERE HURT. THE ATTACK TOOK PLACE ABOUT 1.5 MILES OFF THE COAST OF BEIRUT. SEE SPECIAL WARNING 71.
the ship's whistle, causing the robbers to abort the attempt. The vessel master immediately notified the pilot station of the incident (IMB).
the ship taking some parcels with them. During the attack seven containers were opened by the thieves.
the ship using a rope. The crew shouted at the robber, who aborted the boarding and escaped.
the ship when the attack occurred and retreated to a citadel for about 3.5 hours before they left and discovered no pirates onboard. The vessel had no security team. (Operator, UKMTO)
the ship, while the other robber remained in the boat. The duty crew noticed that the robbers were stealing ship?s properties and reported it to the duty officer who then raised the alarm and alerted the crew. Upon seeing the crew?s alertness, the
the skiff hooked a ladder to the vessel's rails. A security team on board fired warning shots and the pirates aborted the attack. (IMB)
The skiff reciprocated by firing two shots. The onboard team returned fire the skiff aborted the attack and moved away.
The skiffs aborted attempt because they were likely unable to board due to a high freeboard. The attack skiffs were last seen near another vessel 10 miles east. The master had requested warship assistance (Operator, IMB, UKMTO).
The skiffs moved away without incident (UKMTO, Marinelog.com, Navy.mil).
the skiff to flee. The German ship then pursued the skiff along with Spanish and Greek frigates. The skiff was halted and boarded by the Greek frigate, who seized the pirates along with their weapons. The pirates were then transferred to a German frigate
the speed boat fired at the vessel with automatic weapons and an RPG. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers and the speed boat retreated to the mother ship. The boat and mother ship approached the vessel three more times over the course of two hours,
the Sri Lanka Naval Fast Attack Craft and Fast Attack Gun Boats. It is reported that twelve rebel boats were sunk and up to 100 rebels were killed in the six-hour sea battle (LM).
the SSAS alert, increased speed, made evasive maneuvers and managed to escape the attempted boarding. Tanker sustained some damage from the attack. (IMB)
the starboard beam and started firing. The duty officer raised the alarm and mustered the crew. The vessel increased speed, activated fire hoses, sent out a distress call, and fired rocket flares. A nearby warship was contacted and deployed a helicopter
the stern. Master raised alarm and took evasive maneuvers. Pirates followed the vessel for 15 minutes before moving away (IMB).
the stern of the vessel. The master of the ship raised the alarm and the small boat fled away. The crew conducted a search of the ship and found no damaged or stolen items (RECAAP).
THE STOLEN CARGO WAS NOT RECOVERED. NO INJURIES REPORTED.
the superstructure.
the superstructure. The gunmen shot at the craft before disappearing after approximately two hours. None of the 52 crewmembers were injured, and ship suffered material damage (AFP, LM: Norway Post).
The suspect vessel increased its speed and moved closer to the M/V. At a distance of 3 nm from the M/V, the mothership deployed the two skiffs with suspected pirates onboard, heading toward the M/V. The alarm was sounded and all non-essential crew moved
the tanker. (IMB)
the tankers railing. There were about six to eight men on board the boats, which were black in color with blue canvas covers. Two of the men waved at the duty crew with iron bars and knives in their hands. The duty crew removed the hook from the
the thieves' boat but were unable to catch it.
the thieves escaped in a boat at 2234; six local shore watchmen avoided contact with the thieves and did not intervene (IMB).
the time of the incident.
The tug/barge and 12 crewmembers are still missing. They are believed to be hijacked (IMB).
The two injured crew were given shore medical treatment. Authorities are investigating.
the unknown craft ordered the tanker on VHF to stop in order that the persons on board, who claimed they were customs officials, could board. The LPG tanker contacted IMB's Piracy Reporting Center which advised not stopping. After trying unsuccessfully
THE VESSEL ALTERED COURSE AND INCREASED SPEED, FINALLY LOSING THE RADAR TARGET.
the vessel altered its course to starboard to bring the suspicious craft to the port bow. As the vessel continued to alter its position, so did the suspicious craft leading the vessel to activate anti-piracy measures. At 1950 local time, the suspicious
the vessel and taken hostage the second duty watchman at knife point and had stolen ship stores. Alarm raised and crew mustered. Port control and CSO informed.
the vessel and tried to board. Alert crew mustered and pirates aborted boarding (IMB).
the vessel at 17 knots. At a distance of around 300 meters, on the command of the Master, the onboard security team fired warning shots resulting in most of the skiffs falling back and circling the vessel. Two skiffs continued to chase the vessel and
the vessel. At 2015 local time, the first speedboat crossed the vessels bow at about half a nautical mile off and proceeded towards the starboard quarter. The master sounded the general alarm and ship's whistle, and all crew mustered on the bridge. At
the vessel at a distance of about 3-4NM. At the time of the reporting, all efforts by the vessel to shake off the following boats were unsuccessful. The Master of the vessel was advised to transmit an urgency signal to shipping in the vicinity as well as
the vessel at anchor with intent to board. The alert crew spotted the craft and directed searchlights toward it. Upon seeing the crew's alertness, the suspicious craft moved away (IMB).
the vessel, attempting to hit the rudder. Patrol boat fired back and skiff retreated. Two personnel on patrol boat were injured. Due to small size of skiff, captain believes a mother ship may be operating in the vicinity. Patrol boat attempted to chase
the vessel but the armed security team managed to deter the pirates.
The vessel enforced anti piracy measures and the embarked armed guards fired warning shots at the skiff once it had closed to 400 meters from the vessel; resulting in the skiff aborting the attempt and moving away. The crew and vessel are safe.
the vessel from the port and starboard sides. On both occasions, the boats were unsuccessful due to vigilance of the crew and the presence of security personnel. On reporting to Port Control, a Navy vessel was dispatched to investigate.
the vessel. He contacted the Chittagong Port Authority immediately for assistance who in turn informed the Bangladesh Coast Guard. A patrol boat was dispatched to the area forcing the robbers to flee in their boat (ReCAAP).
the vessel, in ballast, proceeding to Yanbo, Saudi Arabia. The vessel increased its speed and enforced anti-piracy preventative measures. A rocket was shot at the vessel, damaging its hull. Crewmembers on board have confirmed the existence of a
the vessel in communications with the vessel's captain, the pirates intended on using the vessel as a mother ship and hijack three other similar fishing vessels operating in the same area. There are 30 crewmembers on board (IMB, AP, Bloomberg).
The vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers, forcing the attackers to abandon the attempt.
The vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers to evade the attack (IMB).
The vessel increased speed, executed evasive maneuvers, and directed fire hoses at the speedboat. Pirates approached vessel on starboard bow and tried to board. They later aborted the attempt and moved away (IMB).
The vessel is currently sailing to an undisclosed location off the Somali coast (IMB, Operator, LM: Xinhua).
the vessel, managed by its subsidiary. The nationalities of the hostages are two Croatian, one Briton, one Romanian, and one Australian. Later the same day, the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta reportedly, said in an e-mail that, the
the vessel. Master raised alarm and crew mustered in a safe area. The boats chased the vessel for 25 minutes before aborting and moving away. All crew are safe. The ship sustained minor damage from gunshots. (IMB)
THE VESSEL ( NAME OF VESSEL NOT GIVEN IN SOURCE REPORT) SOON AFTER IT SAILED FROM CHITTAGONG FOR SANDWIP ISLAND IN SOUTH BANGLADESH. THE PIRATES STOLE CASH AND ORNAMENTS WORTH $50,000 FROM THE 300 PASSENGERS ON BOARD.
The vessels crew activated hoses and attempted to ward off the attackers. The vessel was then fired upon for approximately ten minutes before being boarded. Communication then went dead. A warship arrived, but by then, the pirates had altered the course
the vessel sustained about 8 or 9 holes of about 40 mm in diameter.
the vessel, the crew retreated into the citadel, and the security guards onboard exchanged fire with the pirates for about 45 seconds before the skiff aborted the attack. (IMB, UKMTO)
the vessel. The master increased speed, conducted evasive maneuvers, deployed self protection measures, and successfully deterred the attack after one hour. Coalition forces were informed. The vessel sustained minor damages (AP, IMB).
The vessel then sailed from El Maan on 25 Apr bound for Kismayo, Somalia and it is believed the vessel was hijacked near the coastal town of Barawe in Southern Somalia. The vessels agent stated the captain of the vessel is from Libya and the nine
The vessel then sailed from El Maan on 25 Apr bound for Kismayo, Somalia and it is believed the vessel was hijacked near the coastal town of Barawe in Southern Somalia. The vessels agent stated, the captain of the vessel is from Libya and the nine
THE VESSEL THEN SHIFTED TO THE OPEN SEA 25NM OFFSHORE AND DRIFTED FOR THE NIGHT. AT ABOUT 0100, TWO SPPEDBOATS APPROACHED CLOSE TO THE VESSEL. THE BOATS LEFT WHEN THEY NOTICED THEY WERE BEING WATCHED BY SEVERAL CREWMEMBERS.
the vessel. The vessel altered course heading towards the speedboats in a threat to hit them. They avoided by turning starboard and passing closely on port side. Observation by binoculars revealed a vessel approximately 120 meters long with a person
the vessel. The vessel sustained minor damages. The captain increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers to prevent the boarding (IMB).
the vessel using an aluminum ladder. The vessel conducted evasive maneuvers, mustered all crew and was able to evade the pursuit (IMB).
the vessel, via the anchor chain. Alarm raised and crew mustered. The robbers aborted the attempt and escaped in an unlit boat.
The vessel was attacked on three more occasions before sailing out. Additionally during final stowaway search, the crew found five stowaways hiding in the rudder trunk (IMB).
the vessel was hijacked. The seven crew members of the tug were set adrift and were rescued by a Vietnamese fishing vessel and safely landed in Vietnam. The barge was later located in the vicinity of Palawan island, Philippines on 26 April by the
THE VESSEL WAS HIT SEVERAL TIMES BY MACHINE GUN AND AUTOMATIC RIFLE FIRE CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE CARGO HOLD, STEEL PLATES, AND AREAS NEAR THE RADAR ROOM. THE TWO SHIPS COLLIDED BEFORE THE ATTACKING VESSEL LEFT THE SCENE. During the attack which lasted only
The vessel was traveling at 25knts when it was overtaken by pirates on the port side. The master estimated the speed of the pirates at approximately 30knts. The vessel took evasive maneuvers, raised the alarm, and the crew prepared fire hoses. Suspected
the vessel with a speed of 23 knots. A third boat was observed further back and assessed as being a mother ship. The captain increased speed and alerted the crew. The two speed boats arrived approximately 10 meters off the stern and attempted to get
the vesssel from the stern with personal belongings and cash from the Master's and second officer's cabins. (IMB)
the watch keeper at knifepoint and threatened him. The robbers stole his personal belongings. The second watch keeper noticed the robbers and informed the duty officer. The alarm was raised and crew alerted. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a
the watchman and injured him. The Deck Officer raised the alarm and mustered the crew. Upon hearing the alarm and seeing the crew's alertness, the robbers escaped with the stolen stores. Port authority personnel were informed and the Coast Guard arrived
the watch officer. Inventory of the store revealed that some stores were stolen. Local authorities were informed.
the water and escaped in their boat.
The yacht took evasive maneuvers. The attackers boarded the vessel and shot and stabbed the family dog, but didnt kill it. They tied the man on the deck and pointed a gun at him, then went down below and held his wife with two guns pointing at her face.
the yacht, while the other craft swung around and approached the yacht from the starboard quarter. Anti piracy measures were activated by the yacht and the suspicious craft moved away. Upon seeing the crew alertness, the suspicious craft departed and
They attempted to break open the bosun store but were unsuccessful. The robbers stole the duty AB's walkie-talkie and other ship's stores and then escaped (IMB).
they could notify all ships in the area (IMB).
they Departed the ship. Nothing was taken.
they did not cooperate. The robbers stole the crew's personal effects, ship's equipment and bonded stores. Master's complaint to local authorities went unanswered for at least 36 hours (BIMCO, IMB, INFO).
They entered the bridge, tied up the duty officer and a second crewmember. They brought the crewmembers to the master's cabin and other crew's cabins and stole cash and other valuables. The master was held hostage the entire time until the robbers left
they entered the master's cabin and stole ship's cash and personal belongings. The robbers took the Master and the AB to the poop deck, tied them to a winch and escaped in a waiting boat. After releasing themselves, the Master went to the bridge where
they fled in their boat.
They forced the duty officer to take them to the other officers' cabins where they stole personal belongings and cash. The duty officer was then taken to the poop as a hostage and the pirates escaped in a waiting boat at 2310. The ship was underway
they forced them to lie down while they stole personal belongs, cash and ship's property before leaving after about 30minutes (IMB INFO).
THEY JUMPED OVERBOARD AND DROPPED THE ENDS OF THE LINES, WHICH WERE RECOVERED BY A POLICE BOAT.
they lowered into their two boats alongside. Once the thieves were detected by the ship's crew the alarm was sounded and the intruders escaped onto their motor boats. A police patrol boat which was in the vicinity began to chase the thieves who then
They signaled the vessel to stop but the master ignored them. Three men boarded the vessel from the starboard side and proceeded to the bridge while the other two remained in their boat. They demanded two containers of fuel oil from the master and
they siphoned approximately 3,500mt of crude palm oil onto M/T (PALM CHEM). Subsequently, Malaysian marine police located M/T (PALM CHEM) and arrested the crew while the Indonesian Navy Pursuit Team arrested five individuals believed to have done the
They stole a number of items of deck gear and some items from the main cabin. When the crewmembers awoke they chased them off the boat. The robbers then paddled off in a canoe. The crewmembers immediately lifted their anchor and moved (without lights) to
They stole engine spares and escaped in a speedboat (IMB).
They stole engine spares and lowered them into an awaiting boat. Duty officer raised alarm and robbers escaped. Incident reported to authorities and police boarded for investigation (IMB).
They threatened the master and ransacked his cabin before escaping at 0040 with ship and crew valuables and cash. Three crew injured in incident.
They tied up two crewmen and stole spare parts. The robbers escaped when the alarm was raised (IMB).
They took the guards stationed at the tugboats hostage and loaded mechanical and electrical equipment into their boats. The pirates stole motors, tools, copper, and scrap. Police registered an FIR against the robbers. The police said that the tugboats
thieves
thieves broke the padlocks from a storage locker and removed engine spares valued at $13,000.
THIEVES ESCAPED IN A BOAT; ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT PORT CONTROL AND COAST GUARD FAILED.
thieves escaped with mooring line form the forecastle.
thieves fled (IMB).
THIEVES FLED WHEN POLICE BOAT ARRIVED.
thieves from a second boat boarded over the stern and stole a portable aluminum gangway. Two-vessel, in port attacks designed to draw attention away from the real target appear to be a new ship robbery tactic.
thieves (IMB).
thieves might be armed, all access to the accommodation were secured. The captain called Georgetown lighthouse authorities seeking police assistance, but no police or authorities attended. 440 liters of paint and some mooring line were taken. The
thieves stole a drum of lubricating oil and fled.
thieves stole a large quantity of paint and a life raft before escaping in a speedboat. Master contacted port control but received no reply.
Thieves stole ship's stores and escaped in their boats.
THIEVES TOOK $320 FROM THE MASTER'S WALLET AND LEFT THE SHIP.
thieves were detected the ship's alarm was sounded. The thieves then lowered two ropes into motorboats awaiting alongside before escaping. Abidjan police arrived at the vessel at 0215 hrs. to investigate theincident and take statements, leaving again at
thieves who jumped overboard and fled.
third engineer was threatened by one of the robbers with a knife and pushed to the corner of the store room. The oiler on duty raised the alarm after spotting the robbers and the robbers escaped. (IMB)
THIRD OFFICER, AND LOOKOUTS TAKEN AS PRISONERS. VESSEL'S SAFE EMPTIED AND MASTER AND CHIEF MATE ROBBED OF PERSONAL EFFECTS, JEWELRY AND CASH. PIRATES ESCAPED BY BOAT. CREW UNHARMED. THE FOLLOWING DAY (NOV. 15) PIRATES BOARDED THE TANKER MARIA T IN THE
This early action allowed the Sri Lankan police to capture four of the pirates and detain the boats used in the attacks, although another five pirates escaped with cargo items including fruit and garments. In light of this attack, vessels calling at Sri
this position and to exercise extreme caution if in vicinity.
this year from ships under tow.
thorough inspection was carried out. All doors and stores were found to be secured. It was suspected that the robbers could have boarded via the stern mooring rope. One shore security guard was constantly on duty (IMB).
threatened crew with knives and jumped into water, with ship's stores. They escaped in a boat with four accomplices (IMB).
threatened duty A/B with knives and escaped, after stealing ships stores and safety equipment. Port control and coast guard informed (IMB).
threatened him with a knife on his neck, took his walkie-talkie, and tied him up. The robbers broke the lock of the forward store and began to steal ship's stores. While the robbers were busy stealing the ship's stores, the duty crewman managed to free
threatened him with a long knife at his neck. Duty Officer raised alarm and crew mustered. Robbers broke into forward locker, stole ship's stores, and escaped. Coast guard and port control were informed and next day coast guard came for investigation
threatened him with knives. Three of the robbers entered the accommodatioin and stole ships property from the safety locker. The robbers escaped in a waiting speed boat. (IMB)
threatened the AB with a knife and chased him back to the accommodation. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The pirates stole the ships property and escaped in a small boat. The port control was informed. No injuries to crew (IMB).
threatened the A/B with the knives and then escaped without stealing anything. It is suspected that shore security officers onboard may have opened the anchor chain cover to help the robbers board.
threatened the chief mate, stole his walkie talkie and smashed the forecastle life raft, and then stole cargo and provisions from the galley. Pilot was removed ashore by the leader of the attackers and returned to the ship at 1700 when ship heaved anchor
threatened the crew with knives. The robbers escaped with ship?s stores (IMB).
threatened the duty engineer who managed to escape and inform the officer on bridge. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The robbers escaped without stealing anything. (IMB)
threatened the duty officers and ordered them not to sound the alarm. The crew was forced to take the robbers to the captain's cabin, where they tied the captain's hands, threatened him with knives, stole ship's cash and personal belongings, and escaped.
threatened to assault him. Alarm was raised and all crew mustered resulting in a struggle between the robbers and the crew. Port authority and the agents were informed. (IMB)
threatened to take the master hostage. Approximately a half hour later, the robbers left the vessel with the crew and ship?s cash as well as any property of value (IMB)..
threatening crew. Crew attempts to contact port authorities by VHF unsuccessful.
threatening the second engineer and motorman with knives. During the attack, the vessel kept a night watch of two men on deck and two in the engineroom. The accomodation and pilot ladders were inside and the vessel was properly lit.
three
three night watchmen for the length of her stay. On the morning of 7 September, two crewman and the ship's second officer were on duty in addition to the three night watchmen as two stevedore gangs loaded cargo on board. From his position on the
three others simultaneously armed with knives boarded at the gangway and threatened the duty watchman (IMB).
three persons wearing faded army fatigues, started following the vessel which was doing 12.7 kts. The small boat came within 300 meters but it is believed the southeasterly force five wind created a sea state, which prevented the small boat from getting
three times with a ladder. Weapons were spotted. (Commercial Sources, UKMTO)
threw the two fishermen, one of whom had been tied up, overboard and escape with the boat. One fisherman stayed afloat until rescued while the bound man is missing.
throat, and threatened him. The robbers stole from the ships stores and escaped by jumping overboard. The port authorities were informed and a patrol boat arrived 30 minutes later. A search was carried out, but no arrests were made (IMB).
through and destroyed.
through hawse pipe into a speedboat, with 3 waiting accomplices (IMB).
throwing a heaving line onto the ship's rail. Alert duty crew noticed the robbers, immediately cut the heaving line and informed duty officer who raised the alarm. Crew mustered and directed fire hoses towards the boat resulting in the robbers aborting
thrown into the water and were recovered by the thieves, assisted by three men in two boats. During the incident, the ship attempted to contact Coast Guard by VHF but the calls werenot answered. In addition to the theft of the plywood, the seal on one
tied him on deck. The thieves fled with ship's stores when duty officer raised alarm. Duty officer and bosun injured and treated ashore (IMB).
tied him up. They stole ship's stores and properties and lowered them into their boat. Before escaping, the robbers stole the personal belongings of the watchman and released him. The duty watchman informed the bridge who raised the alarm and informed
tied the crew members' hands with plastic cord when seven more masked men entered the bridge. The mate was taken to his cabin and the captain's cabin where various items were stolen, including US$1,000. The mate was taken by the pirates to where two
tied the hands of four crewmembers behind their backs and threw them overboard. Another crewmember jumped off the vessel before he could be subdued. Three of the crewmembers reportedly have died and the remaining two were rescued by merchant vessels in
tied up duty crew, stole engine spares and escaped in their boat (IMB).
tied up duty officer and seaman and then stole cash and property from officers' cabins. Master raised alarm and the thieves fled after severely cutting his arm (IMB).
tied up the duty oiler in the engine spare parts store room. The robbers stole engine spare parts and escaped. The duty oiler managed to free himself and reported the incident to the captain. No injuries were reported (IMB, ReCAAP).
TIME.
time of attack. Incident reported to Harbor Master, Port Authorities, and Port Police. Engine spares reported stolen.
times in leg and a crew member received head injury. Injured crew taken to hospital by helicopter.
TIMES IN ORDER TO MAKE THEM IDENTIFY WHO THEY WERE, BUT RECEIVED NO REPLIES. SOME CHINESE LIKE SIGNS WERE PAINTED ON THE VESSEL AND THEY WERE FLYING A RED FLAG REPORTED. AFTER M/V PEDOR MOST CHANGED COURSE SEVERAL TIMES AGGRESSORS DISAPPEARED IN A
TIMES. THE FISHERMEN REPORTED THEY WERE HELD ON A BOAT ABOUT 3 MILES OFF BANATAN TENGAY, PULAU BENGKALIS, SUMATRA (01-29N 102-16E). COLLATERAL REPORTS INDICATE THAT AT LEAST SOME REPORTED KIDNAPPINGS MAY RESULT FROM FAILURE TO PAY PROTECTION MONEY IN
time. The crew caught up with the pirates but did not attempt to arrest them because they were armed. The pirates stole one coil of mooring rope from the poop deck and then jumped into their waiting boat and sped off. There were no injuries, no other
time the patrol craft arrived to investigate.
time. Two robbers boarded the tug and took the duty Bosun hostage and held him face down at knifepoint. Master raised the alarm and all crew mustered. Seeing the alert crew, the robbers left the tug without stealing anything. At 2320 local time,
to access the Vessel via the forecastle. The pirate escaped and nothing was Missing.
to arrive the 2nd mate noticed an unlit motorboat towing two smaller boats between the anchored vessels. As the motorboat passed behind the ship's stern the motor was cut. The 2nd mate with two crewmen then rushed to the stern where they found two
to a statement by the Lithuanian Foreign Ministry. The men kidnapped five of the crewmembers, taking them to an unknown location, but left the remaining nine crewmembers onboard. No crewmembers were reported injured, while the vessel sustained no damage
to be preparing an attack based on pilot's experience. Launch left area when ship's spotlight was directed against it. Master later noted that an hour later another vessel broadcast it had been boarded and robbed while approaching port. Hired local
to board another vessel in the vicinity. They robbed crew members of personal belongings and then left both vessels after approximately 40 minutes (IMB).
to board but duty officer raised alarm, crew mustered, activated fire hoses, and directed searchlights. The attempted boarding was averted. Master reported incident but received no response from coast guard (IMB).
to board. Crew raised alarm, activated fire hoses, and fired one rocket flare. Master took evasive maneuvers and after 35 minutes, boats moved away. Master reported the fishing vessels, as well as additional vessels, trailed his ship until dusk, after
to board. Some of the men onboard were armed. The crew mustered on deck. The master increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers with fire hoses activated. Coalition warships were contacted via VHF Ch. 16 (Operator, UKMTO).
to break into storerooms but did not succeed and left empty handed (IMB).
TO CARRY PALESTINIAN DEPORTEES AND HUNDREDS OF JOURNALISTS AND FOREIGN OBSERVERS TO ISRAEL. THREE DIFFERENT ORGANIZATIONS CLAIMED RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE EXPLOSION. POSITION GIVEN FOR REFERENCE ONLY NOT ACTUAL LOCATION OF INCIDENT.
to check and they observed the vessel for some time and then while returning heard noises from the aft part of the vessel. When watchmen went closer to investigate they saw a few robbers near the paint locker. They informed the OOW, who then raised the
to come alongside. Watch shined searchlight at boat which withdrew.
to contact local agents via VHF were futile (IMB).
to crew.
TO DETACH THE LADDER EVEN THOUGH THE PIRATES WERE FIRING AT THE SHIP. PIRATES ABORTED THE ATTEMPED ATTACK AND TRIED TO ATTACK OTHER VESSELS IN THE VICINITY. COALITION FORCES WERE INFORED.
to duty officer, who then raised the alarm and the crew mustered. Robber jumped into a waiting boat and escaped. Master was unable to contact port control (IMB).
to escape from the (FALLUJAH) on a small boat and report the attack to Yemeni authorities, but 12 other crewmembers were seized, as well as the 10 men aboard the (KANA). There has been no further information provided at this time (AFP, IANS, Reuters).
to escort ship to berth (IMB).
Togo Navy authorities and directed the search light towards the boat resulting in the boat movingtowards another vessel in the anchorage. A short while later, another boat with six robbersapproached this same tanker at high speed. Alarm once again raised
TO HAD BEEN BROKEN INTO, BUT CONTENTS WERE NOT STOLEN (BAGGED LIME).
to hand over the more than $10,000 in his safe. Although local authorities reported this is the first incident against a ship at berth, as opposed to one at anchor, on 16 Aug a tanker was also boarded and robbed at its berth in Puerto la Cruz (as
TO ILLUMINATE THE CRAFT AND THE DECKWATCH WAS INSTRUCTED TO PATROL THE WORK DECK. AS SOON AS THE SEARCHLIGHTS WERE USED, THE CRAFT WERE OBSERVED ON RADAR TO REVERSE COURSE AND DISAPPEAR.
to investigate.
to kill them. The attackers stole money and electronics from the yacht, destroyed the radios, and then afterwards assaulted them again before leaving in the yacht's dingy. The couple were able to alert a nearby yacht who called the police. The Dominica
to know the interesting containers to be broken open. They kept the crew out of sight of the 'business areas' with guns, cut open the seals, opened the containers and threw their stealings over board in a small craft. When we are sure that the small
to maximum, and took evasive maneuvers. Crew mustered and activated fire hoses. Speedboat came close, and seeing crew alertness, moved away at 0740 UTC (IMB).
to navigation equipment and accommodations. Master cast off the barge, took evasive maneuvers, and proceeded to Singapore. No injuries to crew. August 25 reporting indicates the Indonesian Navy has rendered its assistance to help recover the barge of
to Nigerian Navy and Bonny Station. Naval personnel were deployed to secure the barge.
TONS OF FERTILIZER WITH CREW OF 28 EGYPTIANS.
tons of fuel oil. Seven or 8 persons operating from a fishing boat armed with automatic weapons and a grenade launcher demanded the captain stop his ship. They took the ship into Indonesian waters and later released 8 of the crew and the ship, but kept
took evasive action. Boat then withdrew.
took evasive maneuvers and sent a distress message which was received by the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre and relayed to coalition naval forces to render assistance. A warship was dispatched to the location, but the pirates were able to board and hijack
took evasive maneuvers and the crew activated fire hoses. Pirates aborted the attempted attack at 2256 UTC. The ship sustained damages due to gunshots and RPG fire. No injuries to the crew were reported. ONI Comment: This incident occurred 9 hours prior
took evasive maneuvers. Both boats stopped briefly and then resumed trailing the vessel. The master contacted a coalition warship on VHF Ch. 16/72. The coalition warship crossed the ship's stern and informed the master to continue on her passage, as
took evasive maneuvers, informed UKMTO and mustered the crew. After chasing the skiff for 20 minutes the pirates aborted the attack because of measures taken by the vessel and the adverse sea conditions.
took evasive maneuvers. When the skiff closed to 0.6 miles, the onboard security team fired a rocket parachute at the skiff, which was ignored. At a distance on 0.5 miles the armed guards noticed three rifles, a ladder and pole in the skiff and fired a
took hostage the duty officer, and stole his personal belongings. Seeing a duty watchman approaching, the robbers escaped. Alarm was raised and crew mustered. Investigation showed ship's properties stolen. (IMB)
took money, paint, personal possesions of the crew, and radio equipment.
TOOK THE CHIEF OFFICER AND DUTY AB HOSTAGE. THEY THEN FORCED THE CHIEF OFFICER TO CALL THE CAPTAIN TO HIS DOOR AND BOUND AND BLINDFOLDED ALL THREE. THE THIEVES THEN STOLE SHIP'S CASH AND CREW BELONGING BEFORE JUMPING OVERBOARD AND ESCAPING IN A SPEEDBOAT
TOOK THE MASTER, AT KNIFE POINT, TO HIS CABIN WHERE THEY STOLE THE VESSEL'S CASH AND OTHER VALUABLES. THEY THEN TOOK THE MASTER, AS A HOSTAGE, TO THE STARBOARD QUARTER AND ESCAPED. NO INJURIES TO THE CREW REPORTED.
to overpower one of the pirates, forcing the remaining three pirates to depart the vessel into a life boat along with the captain of the, who was still being held by the pirates. The US warship arrived on the scene to provide assistance. Further details
to prevent boats from getting closer. The two speedboats moved towards other larger vessels in the vicinity. Later, they returned with two more black speedboats, followed the ship for a while, then moved away (IMB).
TO PREVENT FURTHER ATTEMPTS.
to pump-out fuel oil from the tug boat to an unknown fishing boat. The robbers also took the crew's belongings before leaving the tug boat. The vessels continued passage to Indonesia.
to stern. Master took evasive maneuvers, sounded whistle, directed search lights, and crew activated fire hoses. Attempt continued for about 50 minutes, before the small boats moved away (IMB)
to stop the ship. The Master, following the advice of the pilot, chose not to stop the vessel. The aggressors eventually abandoned their pursuit, but only after firing heavily at the ship with their weapons. The Master was slightly wounded during the
to the aggresive maneuvers, the pirates aborted the attempted attack. The ship and crew members are safe.
to the area, and noticed two suspected pirate skiffs onboard the ship. (IMB)
to the cargo ship's master. One boat is described as green with a white stripe and the other as yellow. Many locally trading ships and tug-barges have been interfered with off Aceh during 2002 and any unexplained approach, even in daylight, must be
to the Dominican Coast Guard and the board of Tourism (Operator: noonsite.com).
to the location. On sighting the crew, robbers threatened with long knives and escaped in their boats.
to the paint store and stole from the ships stores. The duty AB noticed the robbers and informed the Duty Officer, who raised the alarm. He sounded the ships whistle and all crew mustered. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a speedboat. The
to the scene.
to the ship's accomodation and two doors. The ship was enroute from the Arabian Gulf to Japan.
toward breakwater (IMB).
toward coast when crew raised alarm and activated fire hoses (IMB)
towardsaccommodation and raised the alarm. The robbers stole from theship's stores and jumped overboard and escaped towards a nearbyfishing boat. Local authorities informed (IMB).
toward Somalia. Further information is pending (Reuters, IMB).
towards the boat. Ships speed increased and evasive manoeuvers carried out. VTIS Port Klang notified. After about one and a half hours of trailing, the speedboat aborted the attempt. MRCC Kuala Lumpur was informed.
towards the bridge and tried to board the vessel. Master raised alarm, took evasive manoeuvres and crew mustered. After 10 minutes, the pirates aborted the attempt and were seen approaching two other ships about 5 miles off.
towards the bridge, before the boat altered course and sped away. The boat was five meters long with a blue hull.
TOWARDS THE CHINESE ISLAND OF QI AO, RENDEZVOUSING WITH A WAITING SPEEDBOAT. MONEY BOXES HOLDING HK$12 MILLION (US$1.6 MILLION) WERE REMOVED FROM THE FERRY. NONE OF THE 129 PASSENGERS WERE ROBBED.
towards them. One LTTE boat was reportedly destroyed and three LTTE terrorists killed in the attack. One soldier was reportedly killed from machine-gunfire. There was no immediate word from the LTTE regarding the military claims (LM: sindhtoday.net,
towards the ship, pretending that the engine had broken down. All of the crew concentrated their attention on this boat. Meanwhile, another boat approached the ship unnoticed from the starboard quarter. The robbers boarded the ship using grappling hooks
towards the Somali coast (IMB, Reuters).
towards the vessel. Due to increasing speed and utilizing evasive maneuvering, the Master was able to escape without incident.
TOWARD THE BOAT, WHICH THEN WITHDREW.
TOWARD THE BUTTERWORTH COAST WHEN AN ALDIS LAMP WAS DIRECTED AT IT.
toward the ship. Bridge duty officer raised alarm, informed the Ship?s Master and the embarked security team. Master increased speed, altered course and contacted a nearby warship for assistance. The pirate skiff closed to within a half mile and fired
toward the ship. Crew directed searchlights at the boats which moved away (IMB).
tow by the tugboat, BAHTERA MULIA. At that time, the tug and barge were enroute from Malacca to Labuan, and the barge was loaded with oil rig spare parts. The robbers likely stole property off the barge.
towed the fishing vessel to an unknown destination. Reports did not specify how the tenth victim endured.
traces of bare feet on deck. Coast guard informed and they came for investigation.
tracking system on the tug and hijacked the vessel. On 24 Mar, they released the crew in a life raft and gave them some food, water, their passports and some money. By then, the tug boat had been repainted to a green color. On 26 Mar, a passing fishing
TRADE.
transiting along the Calbar River en route Port Harcourt. According to various sources, the vessels belong to construction company Julius Berger, and were conveying cement to a project site in one of the creeks when the gunmen attacked them. One
transiting at 19kts. Pirates fired AK-47s and four RPG, three of which hit the ship. The incident lasted 31 minutes. There was damage to two cabins on board but no injuries to the crew. (IMB)
transiting from Tanjung Ayam, Malaysia to Kintap, Indonesia. The last known position was 01-12.38N 104-45.92E. The company reported the incident to Singapore?s POCC (ReCAAP). UPDATE: On 3 May 10, Vietnamese authorities responded to a distress signal off
transiting from Warri to Port Harcourt. Four persons, including two soldiers, a retired naval officer, and the pilot of the tug were killed during the gunfire exchange.Two additional soldiers sustained serious injuries. Three pirates were seriously
transit near this position, all counter-piracy measures should be employed.
transmitted. The onboard security team fired a warning flare and showed their weapons. One skiff slowed down but the other skiff continued its approach and closed to within 200 meters of the tanker. The security team fired two more warning shots but the
TRANSMITTER, AND SOME METAL DRUMS WERE STOLEN.
transporting 4,200 tons of bagged sugar from Mumbai, India to Mogadishu when it was hijacked by unknown gunmen. The BBC World Service reported pirates tried to dock the vessel off Hobyo but the local residents resented their presence. Shariff Ali Guure,
traveling at 18 knots. The master raised the alarm and all nonessential crew retreated into the citadel. The armed security team of four fired a warning flare, the skiff continued to approach and started to fire at the vessel about 60 meters from it. The
traveling at a speed of 18 knots. Vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and managed to prevent further pursuit (IMB, MSCHOA, Mercury chat).
trawlers hijacked, and at least 100 fishermen injured in such attacks over the past month. The recent increase in attacks corresponds to the approaching fishing season. Sources state the pirates mainly belong to two rival gangs (INFO).
treated for bullet wounds in Port Harcourt (LM: The Australian, Herald Sun).
treatment. The duty officer raised the alarm and mustered the crew. The robbers escaped upon seeing the crew's response (IMB).
tried but failed to enter the engine room. They also failed to open the hatch on the poop deck. They eventually escaped with stolen personal items and the ship's property.
tried to apprehend them, the robbers threatened them with long knives. The engine room crew informed the bridge and the alarm was raised and the crew mustered. The robbers threatened the deck watch with long knives as they escaped from the funnel deck.
tried to break into the cabins of the Captain and Chief Engineer without success.
trunk pipeline belonging to the Shell Petroleum Development Company. An attack was confirmed on Nembe Creek pipeline at Awoba and production has stopped because of an oil spill in the area according to a Shell spokesman. The MEND claimed that after the
tug and fired several shots in the air ordering the master to stop. Once on board, the four pirates, all dressed in dark blue clothes, ordered crew to assemble on the main deck. Piratesstole crew's personal belongings and tug's communications equipment.
tug came within a range of 35 meters, on the port quarter. The crew was alerted and kept a continuous watch on the tug. There were four persons on the tug looking at the vessel. The tug moved slowly to the starboard bow and then moved away (IMB).
tug, the barge with 1,800 tons of palm oil, and crew of six are missing. Fate of the master unknown. 2002 has seen a marked shift in hijackings away from coastal freighters toward tugs and their barges, which are clearly more vulnerable because of low
twenty minutes and a police launch responded. 25 Jul ship was informed thieves had been apprehended and 25 lashing bars stolen during the night, recovered.
twice using a ladder. The crew managed to detach the ladder even though the pirates were firing at the ship. The pirates aborted the attempted attack. Coalition forces were notified. The speedboat then moved toward a tanker that was transiting in the
twin outboard motors. Four other men stood by and waited in the speedboat. The robbers stole the crew?s belongings, including a laptop, mobile phones, cash and a portable VHF radio. After stealing the items, they sped off in the direction towards Pulau
two before escaping in a small boat.
two before the remainder escaped with crew belongings. The ship was anchored off Cape Sierra Point, three miles from land at the time.
two days after sailing from Port Klang, Malaysia. The crew report being transferred first to a large fishing boat and on 7 Mar to a smaller fishing boat which they sailed without directions until running out of fuel. Ship's identity has almost certainly
Two-duty crew saw the robbers and raised the alarm. The robbers succeeded in escaping with ships stores and property (IMB).
two French citizens onboard and one Australian. However, recent press report from the French authorities shows only two French crew. The vessel is reportedly traveling to Eyl (UKMTO, AFP, LM: afrol News, marinelog.com).
TWO OTHER SHIPS OF THE TIDEWATER FLEET WERE BREIFLY HELD IN THE SAME WEEK; A BELIZE-FLAG VESSEL WITH AN ALL-NIGERIAN CREW ON 23 OCT AND THE EXPLORER SEAHORSE "SEVERAL DAYS" LATER.
two speed boats colored white and grey. They boarded the vessel and tied the crew up in the mess room. The robbers then ordered the Master to get underway and, while sailing, the robbers escaped at the port side of the vessel when they saw an Malaysian
two thieves aboard CREST 2825. The Master activated the emergency alarm to alert the crew and maneuvered the tugboat alongside CREST 2825. The thieves fled on a small boat, but managed to steal the emergency towing gear.
tying the Mate the robbers stole cash, some clothing and two walkie-talkies. The Mate freed himself and telephoned the bridge after which the crew were mustered. There was no sign of any craft nearby on radar and lookouts detected no motion near the
UKMTO)
(UKMTO, TW)
Ukrainian Chief Officer was killed. Medics aboard the vessel said four other crew members were wounded in the attack, one seriously. Some of the crew managed to overpower one of the attackers and handed him over to police for questioning. The captured
ULTIMATELY DESTINED FOR IRAQ WITH 13,000 TONS OF CORN.
unable to do so due to the evasive maneuvers and aborted the attempted attack. The skiffs moved to their mother vessel in the vicinity which was described as a black hulled, white shipside tugboat.
unable to stop them. No injuries to the crew were reported. The master reported to VTMS Manila and the coast guard but received no response (IMB).
unarmed security guards fired rocket flares, however pirates were able to board the tanker. Master contacted the owners fro the citadel. Owners contacted the IMB Piracy Reporting Center and requested assistance. The center immediately contacted the
UNCLASSIFIED(Commercial Sources, UKMTO)
Unconfirmed reports state that the Captain, Chief Engineer and Second Engineer were kidnapped. A cook was also reported to have been injured in the attack.
unconscious. Ship's alarm and whistle were sounded and port authorities were radioed but did not respond. The attackers stole four fire hoses, a television, video player and heaving lines among other items.
under threat of gunfire. Captain did not comply, speedboat banged side of ship and a shot was fired. Duty officer raised alarm, blew whistle, lighted ship, activated fire hoses and began evasive maneuvers. The speedboat broke off pursuit. Nature of
undertook evasive maneuvers. Boat departed when alarm was sounded and lights were directed at it.
undertook evasive maneuvers (IMB).
underwater device detonated. The ship was involved in cargo handling, loading a cargo of mineral sand, when the explosion occured. There were nine Stevedores injured from the blast, all of them were involved in cargo handling operations. The Sri Lankan
underway. All crew retreated into the steeting gear room and engine control room where they controlled the ship until the pirates abandoned the ship. (IMB)
underway. Due to the quick action and defensive measures by the master and crew, the armed men were unable to board and aborted their attempt (IMB).
underway in position 11 33N, 054 34.2E, SE of Socotra Island. Master ignored VHF message; boat chased ship for 30 minutes before moving away.
underway. Master enforced counter-piracy measures, including increased speed, and managed to escape boarding. (IMB)
underway. Master raised alarm activated SSAS, sent distress message, increased speed, and contacted warship for assistance. The pirates attempted to board the ship several times and finally aborted the attempted boarding upon seeing the presence of a
underway. Ship increased speed, employed evasive maneuvers, and comunicated with naval authorities. Pirates aborted attempt. Suspected mother ship noted in the area.
underway. Ship increased speed, took anti-piracy measures, and managed to evade the attempted boarding. (IMB)
underway. The master enforced counter-piracy measures and contacted the 24-hour IMB Piracy Reporting Center (IMB PRC) for assistance. Duty officer at IMB PRC immediately contacted relevant authorities requesting assistance for crew and vessel and also
underway. The men attempted to board the tanker several times. The attack was reportedly thwarted by protective measures enacted by the crew and by defensive maneuvering. A fishing trawler with a red hull and white superstructure was spotted nearby,
underway. They came within two meters and engaged the crew in meaningless conversation. Master took photos of the pirates and ,at this stage, a masked pirate started shooting at the master. Bulletsmissed the master and crew locked themselves inside the
underway. They took all 24 crewmembers hostage. (IMB)
underway. Vessel activated counter-piracy measures and took evasive maneuvers. The vessel managed to evade the attempted boarding. (IMB)
underway with intent to hijack. Ship increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. The pirates attempted to board the vessel several times. Ship continued with the aggressive maneuvers and evaded the attempted boarding. Ship sustained some damages. (IMB)
underway with intent to hijack. Ship raised alarm. Armed security team onboard took prevetive measures and fired rocket flares resulting in the pirates aborting the attempted boarding. No damages to the ship or injuries to the crew. (IMB)
undisclosed location off Somalia (IMB, AP).
unharmed. Local authorities were informed (IMB).
unidentified location at gunpoint. Yemeni authorities are coordinating efforts with the Red Cross for the release of the fishermen (REUTERS, LM).
uniforms and masks. Three crew were kidnapped and some electronics stolen from the tug before the attackers left in the direction of Philippine waters after forty minutes. Attackers, armed with M16 rifles equipped with grenade launchers, are believed to
unknown number of persons approaching. When the small boat got to within 50 meters of the vessel, the armed security team fired one warning shot causing the boat to depart the area.
unknown number of pirates boarded the barge, killed two security personnel and wounded two others. The pirates kidnapped four multi-national crewmembers from the vessel. The Nigerian Navy has not been able to locate the pirates or the kidnapped
unknown number of refugees when the attack occured. The extent of injuries to the crew and passengers can not yet be established. 11MAY91 the Kenyan Naval Ship Harambee was ordered to patrol Kenyan waters in the vicinity of the Port of Kismaayo to
unknown. The transit route is well-known as the operating grounds of several Chinese pirate gangs. The vessel is suspected to have been hijacked and may be in use as a "phantom ship".
UNLIT MOTORBOAT, TAKING A MOORING LINE.
unload at the Saudi port of Al Jubai, but was unprotected when she was taken by armed pirates after dropping the security team off in Oman. Pirates waited for armed guards to depart, approached the tanker in a vessel ferrying cattle.
unmarked boat about 20 metres in length, with a white hull and red superstructure, approached the vessel and began to fire without warning. The vessel under attack broadcast a mayday call, which resulted with the pursuing boat making radio contact,
unnoticed by ship crew. The duty able seaman (AB) later found the lock to the forward store broken (IMB)
?unprovoked? fight. The SLN however, denies killing the two fishermen. The SLN, for its part, has consistently maintained that it does not cross the International Maritime Boundary Line and enter into Indian waters. The Navy also possesses sophisticated
unreported amount of the ships' cash.
unspecified and area of reported action is regularly traversed by high-speed smuggling boats sometimes reported as pirate craft.
unsuccessful. Due to the alarm continuosly ringing, they aborted the attacked and fled away. Crew and vessel safe.
unsuccessful. (ONI, UKMTO)
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. SEE SPECIAL WARNING 79.
until the skiffs ceased their attack and backed off. (UKMTO)
UN World Food Program and is carrying 850 MT of rice, donated by Japan and Germany, destined for Bossaso, Somalia (REUTERS, BBC, LM).
up.
up and stole personal belongings. The wife managed to escape and alerted the Thai police. The Satun marine police was notified and sent patrol boats to search for the dead body. When the police arrived at the yacht area, three men were on the life raft.
Upon hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped in their boat with the stolen stores. Local Coast Guard units were informed of the incident.
Upon seeing the watchman, the robbers threatened him. However, upon seeing the crew alertness, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
upon the ship at bridge ad accomodation. Pirates aborted the attempt at 0620 UTC due to the evasive maneuvers and the freeboard of the ship. No injuries to crew. Ship sustained some damages.
UPPER WORKS BROKE OFF THE PURSUIT AFTER ABOUT 2 HOURS.
use caution when transiting waters adjacent to or in Somalian Territorial Limits.
using a grappling hook. Five crew members were locked in one room while the other crew members remained in their respective cabins. The master was physically assaulted and forced to open the ship's safe. The bandits took $24,700 (US) in cash, personal
using a ladder, but were repelled by the crew using fire hoses. (ONI, UKMTO)
using a pole with a hook (IMB).
using grappling hooks. Duty officer raised alarm and robbers escaped (IMB).
USS Gonzalez responded to a distress call from the master and came close to assist. The USS Gonzalez fired parachute flares, directed searchlights to illuminate the area, and escorted the bulk carrier to a safer location (away from the Somali coastline).
UTC.
UTC (IMB).
valuables.
VALUABLES AND ORDERED ONE OF THE ENGINEERS TO START THE SHIP'S ENGINE. WHEN THE ENGINEER REFUSED, FEARING HIS SHIP WOULD BE HIJACKED A FIGHT BROKE OUT AND A SHOT WAS FIRED BEFORE THE ROBBERS WITHDREW. NO ONE WAS REPORTED INJURED. AT THE TIME OF THE
VALUABLES BEFORE LEAVING 40 MINUTES LATER. IT IS NOT REPORTED WHETHER SHIP WAS UNDERWAY OR AT ANCHOR.
valuables, money and personal effects from the crewmembers' cabins. They took the Russian master and senior mechanic hostage when they departed the vessel. As of 17 May, the men's whereabouts were still unknown (IMB, Reuters, MSC-HOA).
VALUABLES STOLEN. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. SHIP'S MASTER REPORTS THAT THIEVES WERE FAMILIAR WITH SHIP'S LAYOUT AND PROCEDURES.
VALUABLES WHEN CREW WAS ALERTED.
VERY UNLIKELY THAT THE REBELS COULD CARRY OUT ANY PART OF THEIR THREAT TO SHIPS IN THE AREA.
vessel.
vessel accelerated toward their ship, the alarm was sounded and the ships searchlights and fire hoses were activated. The 10m long blue hulled speedboat reportedly contained at least 8 to 10 suspected pirates, armed with what looked like guns and long
vessel. After 15 minutes, the attempted boarding was aborted. (IMB)
vessel. At a distance of 10 meters, the pirates opened fire on the ship. The master raised the alarm, rocket parachute flares were fired, and hand flares were thrown in the water to mark the position of the incident. One rocket flare hit the skiff and
vessel at a range of 3NM. The three small crafts increased its speed to about 18knts. Two men were standing in the bow area of the suspicious craft while the other was on the tiller/engine. The boats were joined by the other three crafts. The vessel took
vessel by using a ladder. After failing the attempt, they opened fire with automatic weapons and RPGs. The vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and managed to prevent further attacks. After almost two hours of pursuit, the skiff aborted the attack
vessel, cargo, last and next ports. This information was passed to the gun boat. After approximately 15 minutes, the gun boat approached the vessel at high speed and demanded that the vessel be stopped and boarding permitted. The Master informed them
vessel ceased fire and fled. No injuries were reported.
vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and fire hoses were activated. After about one hour of chasing, the skiff moved away (IMB).
vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and increased to maximum speed of 17 knots (IMB,Mercury chat, Tradewinds).
Vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and successfully escaped (IMB, EUNAVFOR).
vessel conducted evasive maneuvers, mustered crew to the bridge. The craft pointed a searchlight on the vessel and fired a shot into the air, claiming to be the Yemeni Coast Guard. The master contacted coalition forces when the craft ordered the vessel
vessel contacted coalition forces, increased speed, and conducted evasive maneuvers. The men attempted to board the vessel several times before finally aborting the attack. No injuries to the crew were reported (IMB).
vessel continued its transit (IMB).
vessel. Counter-piracy measures were conducted by the crew, preventing the robbers from boarding. After 20 minutes, the robbers aborted the attempt and moved away. No injuries to the crew were reported (IMB).
Vessel did not attempt to recover the life raft due to the large number of robbers.
vessel. Due to alertness of the crew, the alarm was raised and vessel conducted evasive maneuvers with fire hoses activated. The suspicious craft moved away and aborted their attempt (Operator, UKMTO).
vessel. Due to vessel's higher speed, the boat was unable to get close and eventually moved away (IMB).
vessel enforced counter-piracy measures, conducted evasive maneuvers, and sent out a distress call. The IMB PRC relayed the request to authorities. A military aircraft arrived on location and circled the tanker, forcing the attackers to abort the attempt
vessel engaged in evasive maneuvers and the suspect speed boat broke off its approach. A search was carried out and no criminals were found on board.
vessel for approximately three minutes. Forcing the attackers to abandon the attempt (IMB, Operator).
vessel from the starboard quarter in a small speed boat. They proceeded to the bridge, tied up the master and 2nd officer, and robbed the crew of cash and personal belongings before escaping in the speed boat. The master reported the incident to nearby
vessel. He noticed that the fishing vessel also altered to maintain the converging course. When the fishing vessel was about 5NM astern of the bulk carrier, she suddenly altered course and headed off towards Mogadishu. The bulk carrier was slightly
vessel in an attempt to board. Vessel sustained some damage but was able to avoid being boarded. No injuries to crew. Pirate vessel had a white hull with black bulwark and a high powered engine (IMB).
vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers. The speed boat came as close as three cables to the ship, but stopped, likely due to engine problems. The vessel continued its passage (IMB).
Vessel increased speed and was able to prevent multiple boarding attempts. Vessel deck caught on fire but was quickly put out by the crew of the vessel. No injuries were reported. (IMB, UKMTO, LL, ONI).
vessel. In the second and third instance, four boats circled the vessel. The master increased speed, took evasive maneuvers and enforced effective measures to prevent suspicious boats from closing in (IMB).
vessel may have been hijacked. There are 24 crew members onboard the vessel. The IMB Piracy Reporting Centre has contacted the local authorities and requested assistance in locating the missing vessel.
vessel, on seeing crew alertness, the suspicious craft reduced speed and altered course towards another nearby vessel. All vessels were warned on VHF radio about suspicious craft approach.
VESSEL, OWNED BY THE SAME COMPANY, ON 21 AUG 95. BOARDINGS AND ROBBERIES AGAINST FISHING VESSELS COMMITTED BY SMALL BANDS OF ARMED THIEVES, USING SMALL AND FAST SPEEDBOATS, ARE REPORTEDLY PREVALENT IN THIS AREA.
VESSEL. PIRATES TURNED AWAY AND DEPARTED. NO DAMAGES TO FORUM WIND OR CREW.
VESSEL REVEALED NO ONE ONBOARD. DUTY OFFICER NOTICED AN UNLIT CRAFT MOVING AWAY FROM THE VESSEL. VESSELS REQUESTED TO BE CAUTION ADVISED.
vessels are asked to report sightings to the Piracy Reporting Centre.
Vessels, entered an area off the southern Vietnamese coast on 16 February 1996 and confiscated some local fishing boats. Thailand impounded two additional vessels and crews on 18 February 1996. A report in a Thai newspaper accused the Vietnamese vessels
vessel's portable equipment were taken during the attack. The vessel drifted towards Ceebaad Island and grounded. Crewmembers were injured during the attack.
vessel's properties, crew members cash and personal belongings and escaped. Vessels requested to be caution advised.
VESSEL'S RADIO FROM MASTER'S CABIN. PIRATES ATTACKED AND BOARDED THE TANKER ESSBERGER PIONEER IN THE SAME VICINITY THE DAY PRIOR (NOV. 22).
Vessels requested to be cution - advised. (NAVAREA XI)
vessels speed was about 18knts but they did not close in. Two boats sped up to 22knts and closed in. The vessel increased speed and took evasive maneuvers. Thirty minutes later, the speedboats moved away (IMB, UKTMO, Operator).
VESSELS TO PROVIDE PROTECTION. HE ALSO STATED THAT ATTACKS HAVE OCCURRED DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS.
vessel that was attacked overnight. The FSPO was approximately 30 miles off the coast of Nigerias Rivers State, when nearly all those on the vessel were held at gunpoint by ten gunmen. The gunmen escaped in a speedboat kidnapping seven people. (AP).
vessel. The alarm was raised and the crew mustered on the bridge. Counter piracy measures were enforced, including the use of floodlights to track the crafts and recorded sounds of dogs barking. Naval forces responded to the distress call and the
vessel. The boat reduced speed and aborted the attempt at a distance of 0.1 nm abeam of the ship (IMB).
vessel. The boat reduced speed and aborted the attempt, at a distance of 0.1 nm abeam of the ship (IMB).
vessel. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers and counter-piracy measures while a Turkish warship nearby dispatched two helicopters to provide assistance along with a Danish warship. The men in the two skiffs fled the scene after the warships arrival,
vessel. The crew also abandoned the vessel and was rescued by a nearby naval vessel. (IMB, Operator, Commercial Source)
vessel. The crew retreated into the citadel and stayed there the whole night, when they emerged the next day they found that the pirates had stolen ship cash. (IMB)
vessel. The master increased speed and took evasive maneuvers to prevent boarding. The pirates eventually aborted the attempt due to effective anti-piracy measures (IMB).
vessel. The robbers reportedly stole an unknown amount of USD and Venezuelan currency. Authorities are investigating the incident (AP).
vessel. The speed boat had 3 pirates on board armed with machine guns and an rpg. The pirate boat ordered the vessel to stop, but the vessel took evasive maneuvers and avoided attack without sustaining any damage. At 1130 UTC the same mothership launched
vessel. The vessel altered its course to maneuver clear of the craft. At the same time, the crew noticed another unlit small craft, near midships on the portside. The vessel enforced preventive measures and informed Singapore VTIS, who broadcasted a
vessel. The vessel increased speed and evaded the hijack, with minor damage to the bridge windows. (ONI, UKMTO)
vessel. The vessel raised the alarm, sent out a distress call, increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers, while the crew locked all accommodation doors. The armed men tried to board the vessel using a steel ladder and hooks attached to ropes. They
vessel, they opened fire using automatic weapons. The master enforced anti-piracy measures and prevented the boarding (IMB).
vessel, threatened the captain and stole cargo and money, before shooting one of the five crew dead in cold blood (INFO).
vessel underway. The master increased speed to 22 knots and the skiffs followed at 23 knots. They approached very close and fired upon the vessel. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers and prevented the boarding (IMB).
vessel used counter-piracy measures and was able to prevent boarding. No injuries were reported (UKMTO, IMB, ONI, LM: Jakarta Post).
vessel was boarded by four pirates who climbed the anchor chain and entered through the hawse pipe access unnoticed. The crew was alerted but the four pirates made their getaway on a motorized speedboat. Two lengths of mooring rope each measuring 7
vessel was embarked with a security team and avoided the attack. No casualties or injuries were reported. Several bullet holes were seen on the side of the vessel (IMB).
vessel was heavily rigged with barbed wire around likely hook points at the mid-ship and stern area, and not as dense on the quarter. The merchant vessel was transiting in a convoy escorted by an Indian Navy vessel. The Indian Navy vessel immediately
vessel was reported as a small fishing vessel that fired a machine gun in the air. Crewmen of the fishing vessel reportedly took over the ship and sailed to Kaoh Rong Island (1043N 10211E) and were awaiting an agent to bring money and documents. On
vessel was spotted, the smaller boats reportedly began to chase the vessel for 1-2 hours. During the chase, the vessel heard the boats on radio communicating with their mother ship and the other boats. Later in the evening, a crewmember was on watch when
vessel was traveling at a speed of 9 knots but due to rough weather the suspicious vessel eventually moved away. A call was made on chn. 16 for help (Operator, Noonsite.com).
vessel were able to repel their attackers, who struck on Tuesday from an unlit blue-hulled speedboat at the rear of the ship. The pirates tried to board the ship but were deterred by floodlights and water sprayed from a fire hose. Ships are urged to keep
VHF but no response (IMB).
VHF contact with the fishing boat but got no response. Fishing boat several times attempted to intercept yacht's course but moved away after the yacht continued to maneuver evasively (IMB).
VHF set were stolen.
via anchor chain. Alert crew prevented boarding (IMB).
via radar. The master alerted the crew. The boat came very close to the vessel (approximately 10 meters from the hull). On seeing the alert crew on ship's side, the boat retreated and disappeared into the darkness. The master informed the IMB to alert
VICINITY HAVE REPORTED THAT THE ANABAS WAS SEEN HEADING TOWARDS GUANGDONG COASTAL WATERS.
vicinity. The captain conducted evasive maneuvering and no further information was reported (IMB).
vicinity. The speedboats are described as one yellow and two brown (IMB).
video recorders. The criminals fled in another vessel, which the coast guard was later able to detain (Air Security International).
VIETNAMESE AUTHORITIES, WITH FIVE PEOPLE KILLED AS A RESULT OF THE PIRATES' ACTIVITIES. THE VIETNAMESE HAVE SAID THAT ANTI-PIRACY ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN STEPPED UP, ALTHOUGH MOST PIRATES ACTIVE IN VIETNAMESE WATERS HAVE COME FROM CHINA, CAMBODIA AND
village of Bolimog, where they are being held for $50,000 ransom.
visibility. The captain of the Japanese owned, Panamanian-registered, tanker charged his fire hoses and increased speed to evade the boarding attempt. There were no injuries and the tanker continued on its journey (LM, INFO).
waited on the quay. Shore watchman reportedly slept through the incident.
waiting boat and notified port control. The thieves jumped overboard and escaped in two waiting boats with ship's stores (IMB).
WAITING BOAT ESCAPED. LOCAL POLICE TOOK CUSTODY OF THE THREE ARRESTED BY THE GUARDS.
waiting boats after stealing a small amount of ship's stores. Master informed Port Control and local agent. No casualties to crew and no damage to ship.
waiting boat with five accomplices. Port control was informed.
waiting. The men in the boat threw empty bottles and metal parts at the deck patrol, while the two robbers onboard left the ship. The wooden boat did not give off a radar signature (LL).
waiting with an accomplice (IMB).
walkie talkie and other personal belongings. The duty watch managed to inform the bridge. Alarm raised and crew mustered. The robbers escaped empty handed. Port control informed. (IMB)
walkie-talkie, duty officer raised alarm and crew mustered. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped with ship's stores. Port authorities informed (IMB).
walkie-talkie. Of the five that boarded the ship, three of the thieves were carrying firearms while the remaining two were carrying large knives. When the ship's alarm was sounded and her crew mustered, the thieves escaped on their speedboat. Inspections
WALKIE-TALKIE, WRISTWATCH, AND SAFETY SHOES.
WARN CREW MEMBERS. CREW POURED BUCKETS OF WATER FROM CABIN WINDOWS TO THE BOAT AND MAY HAVE CAUSED DAMAGE TO BOAT DUE TO THE IMPACT. PIRATES UNDERSTOOD THE DANGER AND RAN AWAY. DUTY MAN ON DECK WAS INJURED.
warned other ships in vicinity on VHF. Ships are warned that boats may be monitoring VHF channels to select their targets, but In this case, at least, that seems to have aided in driving the boats away as they were aware that other vessels had been
warning flares resulting in the skiffs moving away.
warning shots, resulted in the skiffs backing off and remaining adrift. Vessels are advised to keep 100 miles clear of this position and to exercise extreme caution.
warning shots. The incident's duration lasted 20-30 minutes, before the skiffs moved away. Crew andvessel are safe.
warning shots were returned from a security team onboard the fishing vessel (IMB, AFP).
warning shots when the skiff was about 3 cables from the vessel. Pirates aborted the attack.
warning shots with automatic weapons and left. No injuries to crew or damaged to vessel (IMB).
warships. A helicopter intervened and the pirates aborted the attempt (IMB).
warships for assistance. The boat aborted the pursuit due to the vessel's evasive maneuvers (IMB).
warships". ONI has received no independent reports of coalition warship activity of this kind (IMB, ONI).
WARSHIP. WITHIN 15 MINUTES A HELICOPTER ARRIVED AT THE LOCATION. THE SPEED BOATS MOVED AWAY ON SEEING THE HELICOPTER. NO INJURIES TO THE CREW AND NO DAMAGES TO THE SHIP.
was abandoned.
was able to increase its speed and diverted its course. A coalition navy warship was dispatched to the area. The pirate boat moved away. No injuries to crew, or damage to vessel (IMB, LM: rainews24.it).
was aborted (IMB).
WAS ABORTED. OF ALL THE ATTEMPTED BOARDINGS REPORTED IN THE SOUTHERN RED SEA THIS YEAR, THIS IS THE FIRST WHERE THERE IS EVIDENCE THAT BOARDING WAS THE GOAL. ONI ASSESSES THAT PREVIOUSLY REPORTED INCIDENTS, AND POSSIBLY THIS INCIDENT AS WELL, ARE MORE
was assaulted and both were tied up. $7,000 taken from ship's safe and crew before the thieves jumped overboard and escaped.
was attacked (IMB).
was being moved to safety when it grounded. After the boarding and looting of their property, theship's crew abandoned the vessel for quarters ashore.
was broken and ship's stores were stolen. Local authorities were notified (IMB).
was called, but did not respond (IMB).
was carried out.
was described as wood with an outboard motor while the second was steel hulled. The attack began at 0135 when 6 or 7 armed men waved their weapons as a signal to the ship to stop. The ship's master altered course to seaward and increased speed. After
was detected in the vicinity. (Operator)
was deterred when the onboard security team fired at the skiff. (UKMTO, Commercial Sources)
WAS FIRED UPON FROM SHORE IN THE VICINITY OF CAPE BARBAS (22-19N 016-41W).
was green and the other is white.
was hit in the knee, but the other 33 crew were unhurt. The attack began when the ship was approached by a vessel, about 30 m long, "disguised" (NFI) as an oil rig service boat. After about 45 minutes a second, similar boat, joined the chase which ended
was holding a rope, two pirates were armed with guns and the others were signalling the ship to stop. D/O increased speed to maximum and continued with evasive maneuvers. Finally, the pirates stopped chasing the ship and aborted the attempted boarding.
was immediately requested. Crew on Canadian HMCS (CALGARY) received the distress call. As the warship changed its direction and sped toward the attackers, the ship's Sea King helicopter was redirected toward the incident. When the helicopter arrived,
was informed. A coast guard boat came and patrolled the area.
was informed of the incident. (IMB)
was lowering a mooring line to the boat when a watchman spotted him and tied off one end of the line to a bollard. The thief then cut part of the line a jumped overboard.
wasmustered and contacted authorities for assistance. At a distance of 0.2 nm, weapons and ladders were identified on the skiff and the onboard armed security team fired warning shots resulting in the skiff moving away.
was noticed that ship's stores and equipment were stolen. The incident was reported to the authorities via the local agents.
was proceeding aft towards the accommodation. Bosun reported to master and chief officer via the walkie talkie and alarm raised. On seeing the alert crew the robber on deck ran towards the bosun waving his knife. All the four robbers jumped overboard and
was raised. The robbers escaped with the stolen stores.
was reported taken.
was robbed of equipment including a deflatable lifeboat, mooring line and a hydraulic cutter.
was sent requesting help. Two skiffs came close to the tanker and the men placed a ladder on the vessel's side to board. Due to evasive maneuvers conducted by the crew, the men failed to board the vessel. A warship arrived in the vicinity to provide
was sighted at a course of 085 with a speed of over 8kts. According to the master, course and position of the dhow was suspicious for that area (Operator, IMB).
WAS SOUNDED.
was sounded and intruder fled. Port control notified but did not respond (IMB).
was taking shelter due to the rain. When the rain stopped, the counter-piracy crew discovered the loss. (IMB)
was that armed pirates in a speedboat chased the vessel, opened fire with automatic weapons, and boarded by using a ladder. The vessel was hijacked and sailed into coastal waters and anchored closer to shore. To date, the owners lost contact with the
WATCH DID NOT RESPOND TO RADIO CALL. BY THIS TIME THIEVES HAD FLED WITH SHIP'S STORES.
WATCHES. CAPTAIN CONTACTED PORT CONTROL ON VHF BUT RECEIVED NO RESPONSE.
watchman and thethieves fled in a wooden boat.
watchman immediately raised the alarm. Two of the robbers jumped overboard while the third robber grabbed the life-ring from the ship and threw it overboard before escaping in a small wooden boat.
watchman managed to alert the officer on watch and the alarm was raised, after which the robbers left the ship (LL).
watchman raising alarm. Coast Guard and port authorities notified and responded within 30 minutes (IMB).
watchman, the robbers escaped. Port police were informed (IMB).
watchman. The robbers stole two mooring lines and two life buoys. The gangway watchman reported the activity to the port security authorities. The patrol arrived 30 minutes later but the robbers escaped. The next morning, statements were taken from the
watchman they threatened him and continued their pilfering. The general emergency alarm was sounded and attempts were made to raise the shore authorities by radio, however the only response was that the pilot station replied that the authorities had no
watchman was tied up and had been attacked with iron bars. The robbers stole ship's stores and escaped. The master reported the incident to port control (IMB).
watchman with knives and tied him up with rope. They then stole ship?s stores and escaped (IMB).
watchmen, none were present at the time of the incident. A watch was posted in the wheelhouse and no further problems occured. There were no crew injuries.
watch (OOW) who raised the alarm. The bridge crew directed searchlight towards the robbers? boat. After the robbers heard the alarm the robbers left in their boat. Later one container was found with a broken seal and the door opened, however, nothing was
Watch raised alarm and directed Aldis lamp at the boat which then moved away.
watch were grabbed simultaneously in the same manner, and the three were ordered to lead the attackers to the master's cabin. The master was then ordered to open the ship's safe and after about ten minutes the attackers left with cash and jewelry aboard
watch who raised the alarm. After the crew alerted the robbers escaped without stealing anything. Incident reported to harbor master via port agents. (IMB)
water and escaped. Port control informed (IMB).
WATER. BANGLADESH HAS NO WATERBORNE LAW ENFORCE- MENT, LEAVING THE 250 MILE COAST UNPROTECTED AND RIPE FOR PIRACY.
waters.
WATERS. THERE WAS APPARENTLY NO INTENTION ON THE PART OF THE PIRATES TO HOLD THE SHIP OR ITS CARGO, 2,850 TONS OF PALM OIL. AS OF 28 JUN NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE RELEASE OF THE INDONESIAN CAPTAIN, WHO IS BEING HELD FOR RANSOM, CONTINUE. SHIPSEXPERIENCING
waters where the pirates ordered the barge to be cast off. They then sailed the tug in a southerly direction and prior disembarking damaged the tug's communication, stole crew cash and personal belongings. The captain sailed the tug to Pasir Gudang port
water when he alerted crew. Port control did not respond when called (IMB).
WAY TO OFFSHORE OILFIELD. THE VESSEL WAS LATER RELEASED WITH ALL CREW MEMBERS REPORTEDLY UNHARMED. THERE HAVE BEEN NO FURTHER DETAILS ON THE RELEASE OF THE VESSEL.
WEAPONS IN THEIR WAISTBANDS, DEMANDED MONEY BUT WITHDREW WHEN THE NAVAL SHIP'S CREW DISPLAYED WEAPONS AND ORDERED THE FISHING VESSEL TO BEAR AWAY.
weapons. The master conducted evasive maneuvers and contacted coalition forces for assistance. The vessel raised their alarm and increased speed. The armed men chased the vessel for more than an hour and aborted the attack. No injuries to the crew or
weapons. The tanker evaded the boarding. (IMB, UKMTO)
weapons. Vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and after approximately one hour, the pirates aborted their attempt. No injuries to the crew or damage to the vessel reported (IMB, Operator).
weapons were fired and struck the vessel on the starboard side. No injuries were reported (Operator, IMB).
Weapons were sighted by the crew onboard the vessel. The armed security fired a warning flare over the skiff, however the skiff continued to approach the vessel. When the skiff was approximately 400 meters from the vessel the armed security team fired
well. The robbers took the Master and 2nd engineer and stole ship's and crew's cash. Personal belongings were taken, during this time the Master and the 2nd engineer were also hit by the robbers. Port control was contacted but received no response. At
were $30,000 and personal effects. No injuries were reported.
were 600 m away from the vessel and the onboard security team returned fire, resulting in the boats moving away. (IMB)
were able to break open containers and steal part of the cargo before escaping in a speedboat.
were able to raise the alarm, alerting the crew. Shore security personnel onboard the vessel were able to speak with the robbers and convinced them to free the captured crew members. No crew members were injured and nothing was stolen.
were activated. The speed boats later aborted the attempt (UKMTO).
were also members of the local Bantay-Dagat, a militia organization protecting the local fishermen against pirate attacks, and injured four of the pirates. The wounded pirates managed to escape before security forces could arrive. Many fishermen are
were attempting to board. A US naval warship responded and deployed a helicopter to the scene. Upon arrival, the helicopter ordered the skiff to stop, and when it failed to comply, warning shots were fired. The skiff was finally stopped when a second US
were forced overboard at Pulau Busung) and Malaysian police have stepped up patrols to try to locate the stolen ships
were forced to lead the robbers to the engine room store, which was then forced open and ship's property stolen. The alarm was raised by the hostage crew after the robbers escaped. The authorities were informed via the ship's agent.
were injured by bullets fired at them by the retreating robbers.
were in the skiff armed with automatic rifles and rocket propelled grenades.
were in the vicinity. The authorities were informed (IMB).
were killed and several others were wounded. No further information is currenly available.
were killed. Approximately 12 rebel boats conducted the strike on the convoy. Air Force MI-24 helicopter gunships and Pucara ground attack aircraft were called in to help rebuff the attack.
were later repelled by a security patrol team in the area, a Shell spokesman said. A spokesman for the military taskforce overseeing security in Rivers state said the patrol team killed two gunmen and recovered 3 AK-47 rifles, 122 rounds of ammunition,
were looted. At 0240 thieves took master to poop deck before escaping in two speedboats (IMB)
were noticed. Port control was informed.
were not part of the crew. The ship's alarm was sounded and when the anti-piracy watch reached the forecastle the intruders had fled taking some ship's stores.
were not stopped. The company shut down the drilling operation and evacuated its personnel. As of 12 May the workboats remain in the militant's hands.
were observed in a speedboat before crew retreated into accommodation and raised alarm. Mater took evasive action. The shooting continued for thirty minutes before the boat withdrew. No injuries to crew or serious damage to ship reported (IMB).
were on deck at the time the DO suspected piracy and raised the alarm. The deck lights were switched on, and the crew mustered, they saw a small boat on the port quarter moving away from the ship (IMB).
were picked up on radar and seen to approach the vessel from ahead. The master crried out evasive manoeuvers. The boat tried to pursue the ship but could not keep up. The entire incident lasted almost one and a half hours.
WERE PLACED ON BOARD TO PREY ON SMALL SHIPS AND DHOWS THERE AND IN THE GULF OF ADEN. ACCORDINGLY, VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO REMAIN AT LEAST 50 MILES OFF THE SOMALI COAST AND AVOID SAILING BETWEEN SOCOTRA ISLAND AND THE SOMALI COAST. WHEREABOUTS OF THE
were reported.
were reported captured.
were reported. Local authorities where notified, who arrived later to investigate.
were rigged in readiness). The small boat came near the starboard poop deck and fired three to five shots with an automatic weapon. The five nearby crewmembers immediately took shelter by lying on the deck. Evasive manoeuvres were conducted, SSAS alarm
WERE ROBBED OF JEWELRY AND MONEY BEFORE BEING FORCED OVERBOARD. THE BOAT WAS RELEASED WHEN THE ROBBERS DEPARTED IN THE DIRECTION OF NEARBY ISLANDS AND ALL REMAINING PASSENGERS WERE ABLE TO REBOARD THE FERRY. IDENTITY OF THE ATTACKERS AND THE MOTIVE FOR
were sent forward. Alarm raised and port control contacted. One unarmed security guard was sent onboard the vessel. Investigation showed containers were broke into.
were sighted. The onboard armed security team fired warning shots resulting in the skiffs moving away.
were spotted about 4NM on the starboard side of the ship. The boats appeared to be moving on a course that would narrowly cross the vessel?s bow. The boats were blue in color, about six to eight meters long and powered by outboard motors. A total of five
were spotted by an AB on watch who sounded the alarm. The intruders then fled back to their boat and disappeared to seaward. Port police responded within 45 minutes.
were spotted by a watchman. The robbers fled, leaving one machete behind, and escaping in a boat manned by an accomplice. Pertamina port facility security officer informed (IMB).
were spotted by ship's crew. The alarm was raised, and the robbers jumped overboard and escaped (IMB).
were taken before the tanker was allowed to resume its voyage.
were taken by the crew. The suspicious craft closed to a distance of 2NM and then aborted the approach. The craft was last seen heading towards the African coast (IMB)
WERE THREATENED WITH KNIVES BEFORE THE THIEVES JUMPED OVERBOARD AND ESCAPED WITH A PORTION OF THE MOORING LINE.
were tied up on the bridge along with bridge crew. Prisoners were taken to master's cabin and rest of crew were collected on bridge. At 0440 local time the master was ordered to slow the ship and the pirates escaped with ship's cash and crew belongings.
were transiting under naval convoy. The master conducted counter-piracy measures and reported to coalition forces. The skiff aborted the pursuit as a coalition helicopter approached. The skiff was later boarded by coalition forces for investigation.
were unable to hook their ladder onto the vessel's side. The master increased speed and carried out evasive maneuvers while activating fire hoses. After approximately 20 minutes the men abandoned the attempt. The vessel sustained bullet holes but no
were unsuccessful in boarding.
were unsuccessful. Supply vessel altered course and suspicious vessel altered course to close distance. Supply vessel sounded alarm, mustered the crew, and secured the vessel. A small white boat was sighted several hundred feet away, but poor visibility
what appeared, to be weapons. Master increased speed, and after 10 minutes, boats sped off in a southerly direction (IMB).
When a duty crew member returned to the forecastle, he noticed two robbers escaping to a small unlit boat near the anchor chain. Port authorities informed. All crew safe.
When boat tried to come alongside master altered course and rammed the boat and boarding was averted (IMB).
when crew mustered and activated fire hoses.
when crew mustered, sounded alarm, and swtiched on lights (IMB).
when crew raised alarm.
when crew raised alarm and activated fire hoses (IMB).
when crew switched on deck lights the boat moved away.
when duty seaman threw sand in his eyes.
when foot prints were discovered.
when he resisted. The ship's cargo was not touched.
when it was fired upon by occupants of three speedboats according to navy spokesman, LT Way Oblabisi. The naval gunboats in self defense engaged the militants in a gun battle, killing some militants. Two militant boats were destroyed, while the third
WHEN IT WAS SEIZED AND DIVERTED TO THE IRANIAN COAST FOR INSPECTION. IRAN REPORTEDLY CONFISCATED CARGO BOUND FOR IRAQ. THE CREW OF THE 24,302-TON SHIP IS REPORTED TO BE SAFE. THE CREW AND MASTER ARE JAPANESE.
when second officer raised alarm (IMB).
when sighted by the crew. (IMB)
WHEN SPOTTED BY THE CREW.
when the crew tried to remove the bamboo sticks. Eleven crewmembers were injured after being assaulted with cable wires. The robbers destroyed navigational equipment and stole crew cash and personal belongings before escaping. The robbers were onboard
When the robbers were confronted by the crew, the robbers jumped overboard and escaped empty handed (IMB).
when the ship's alarm was sounded.
When the skiffs closed to 500 meters, the embarked AST fired 3 warning shots towards the skiffs. The skiffs immediately departed the area.
when the yachtsman refused, attacked him with a bread knife and slashed his throat before knocking him unconscious and stealing his possessions. The yacht drifted aground and the yachtsman was aided by local fishermen.
when they saw the crew approaching. Upon inspection, it was found that, the forward life raft was stolen. Authorities and agents were informed.
WHEN THEY WERE RESISTED. THE TEN ESCAPED WITH VALUABLES AND SHIP'S EQUIPMENT. ONE CREW MEMBER SERIOUSLY INJURED BUT ALL SUBSEQUENTLY REJOINED THE SHIP.
when two skiffs were sighted. They approached to either side of the vessel to approximately 300 meters. The vessel altered its course and sounded its horn. A third skiff was sighted on the stern at 300 meters. As the vessel altered course, one skiff
when watch raised alarm and shore personnel fired warning shots.
where it was to be released due to engine failure. While anchored at El-Man militiamen controlling that port took control demanding ransom payment, ultimately stealing 400 tons of the 3000-ton steel cargo. The ship was towed to Mombasa, Kenya (04-04S,
WHERE THE CARGO WAS CONFISCATED. THE MASTER AND CREW CLAIM THAT THEY WERE DEPRAVED OF SLEEP/FOOD/WATER; AND FORCED TO SIGN UNTRUE STATEMENTS IN ENGLISH AND CHINESE SAYING THAT THE VESSEL WAS SMUGGLING CARGOES INTO CHINA. ON NOVEMBER 12, THE VESSEL AND
WHERE THEY ATTEMPTED TO LOCK THE CAPTAIN AND CHIEF MATE IN A CABIN. THIS ATTEMPT FAILED AS THE CABIN DOORS CANNOT BE LOCKED FROM THE OUTSIDE. POLICE, ALERTED BY A PASSING SHIP, ARRIVED QUICKLY AND SHOT DEAD THE ATTACKER GUARDING THE WATCHMEN. THE THREE
where theycould control the ship, and pirates abandoned ship. (IMB, EU)
where they were able to control the vessel. Authorities informed, awaiting further details.
whereupon the boats departed in the direction of Pulau Tiga.
whereupon the boats moved away (IMB).
WHEREUPON THE BOATS WITHDREW.
whereupon the boat withdrew (IMB).
whereupon the intruders fled.
whereupon they ransacked the cabin, stole cash and personal property, and escaped in a motorboat.
whether or not a ransom was paid for the vessel. After its release, the vessel headed towards Tema, Ghana. (Open sources)
which exchanged fire with the pirates, no injuries were reported. (Operator)
which had been tied along side. Three of the tug's six crew escaped by jumping over the side; the remaining three crew are believed being held hostage (IMB, INFO).
which identified the skiffs. Upon the arrival of the helicopter, the skiffs subsequently pulled back.
which raised the alarm. The robbers escaped and port authorities were informed. Nothing was stolen and no injuries were reported. (IMB)
which the two suspicious vessels moved away. The two vessels were last observed on a course of 136 degrees at a speed of 14.5 knots (IMB).
which withdrew after following for 20 minutes.
WHILE AT ANCHOR WHEN SHIP'S STORES WERE STOLEN BY THIEVES WHO ESCAPED IN A 50-METER WOODEN BOAT.
WHILE LEAVING THE SHIP, THEY ALSO CONFRONTED A SEAMAN AND STOLE HIS PERSONAL BELONGINGS.
while master undertook evasive maneuvers. Master reports another 6 speedboats were observed at 1115 local time. ONI NOTE: Despite the fact that this report characterizes event as attempt to board, it is unclear how this was to be accomplished by four
WHILE SHE WAS AT ANCHOR. THE MASTER ALERTED PORT AUTHORITIES OF THE ONGOING ATTACK AND THE BANDITS IMMEDIATELY ABORTED THE BOARDING. THE IMMEDIATE RETREAT OF THE PIRATES SUGGESTS THAT THEY MONITOR PORT SECURITY FREQUENCIES. (THIS REPORT IS ALSO ASAM
while the other two took a pressure washer and they left the ship. The alarm was raised and Port Control was informed. After a short while a harbor police patrol boat came and returned the stolen item.No injuries and no damage to the vessel were
while the remaining robbers remained in their boat. The duty able bodied seaman, on deck watch, noticed the robbers and informed the duty officer who raised the alarm. Crew mustered and approached the robbers with wooden sticks. Upon seeing the crew
while, the speedboats moved away. The suspicious boats seemed to have been launched from a dhow, which was in the position 13-20.9N 049-37.32E. Dhow's descriptions: lenght 20m, red hull and white superstructure.
while the wooden boat followed for two hours before aborting (IMB).
WHILE THEY LOOTED THE SHIP. THE SECOND OFFICER WAS INJURED BY GUNFIRE.
while transiting waters around this position.
while underway and attempted to use it as a mother vessel. Prior to the vessel's release on 11 February, pirates stole ship's stores and equipment, damaged communication equipment, and kidnapped 3 crew members before escaping.
while underway. A security team onboard returned fire, killing one pirate. Six suspected pirates were captured and detained by the Spanish navy (UKMTO, AP, BBC).
while underway. The ship raised the alarm, sounded the whistle, mustered the crew, and conducted evasive maneuvers. The speed boats abandoned their pursuit a short time later (IMB).
while waiting for the pilot to board. The alert crew raised the alarm and the attempt was aborted (IMB).
whistle, and crew mustered and the robber escaped (IMB).
whistle and directed searchlights at the boats which withdrew after 40 minutes. Incident is more suggestive of encounter with military or para military forces than with pirates (IMB, ONI).
whistle, directed searchlight, and the speedboat moved away (IMB).
whistle resulting in the robbers escaping. Port control informed but no response.
whistle.Seeing crew alertness, the robbers escaped. Port control contacted with no response.
whistle. Suspect vessel moved away (IMB).
white-hulled skiffs. Each skiff had six to eight pirates aboard. Fire hoses were initiated and the armed security team onboard fired flares ad waring shots. One of the skiffs aborted the attack at that time. The security team reported five or six rounds
WHITE/RUSTY SUPERSTRUCTURE, ABOUT 75 TONS. MINOR DAMAGE TO PORT SIDE OF M/V.
white superstructure increased speed and altered its course towards the vessel. The master increased speed and altered course to increase CAP. Later, both suspicious vessels stopped following (IMB).
who noticed a broken lock and missing spares.
who raised the alarm and alerted the crewmembers. The robbers escaped (IMB).
who raised the alarm and sounded the ship's whistle. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a wooden boat. No injuries to the crew were reported (IMB).
who raised the alarm. Robbers stole ship's stores and escaped upon seeing the crew alertness. Coast guard informed.
who raised the alarm, sounded the ship's whistle, and notified Port Control. The robbers immediately jumped overboard and escaped empty-handed upon hearing the alarm and seeing the crew's alertness.
who then ran away and raised the alarm. Crew mustered and robbers jumped overboard, escaping with ships stores. Police investigated the following morning (IMB).
who were stationed on board (IMB).
winches with wires, the robbers attempt failed and they escaped empty handed. The two padlocks were damaged (IMB).
window in the ship's galley. The bandits, armed with pistols, terrorized the crew and passengers and took about $20,000 (US) in cash and jewelry. They stole the ship's radio, fuel reserves, and food. None of the passengers or crew were seriously injured.
window on the port side of the master's bedroom.
wings when the order was not obeyed. Bulk carrier's master stopped and called the firing vessel and was told that it was a "military boat". The firing stopped and the supply vessel moved away. This is the most recent shooting incident in waters off Aceh
with 16 robbers approached and came alongside the vessel from both sides and were observed investigating the fendering arrangement around the vessel. TOGO Navy failed to respond to calls made by the vessel. Alarm raised and ship's whistle continously
with $23,000 Dollars. No casualties were reported.
with 31 crew members onboard. Three crewmembers reportedly escaped by jumping overboard and were later rescued y a German helicopter and flown to a French frigate nearby (IMB, LM: Telegraph.co.uk).
WITH 400 TONS OF CARGO COMPRISED OF ELECTRONIC MECHANICAL, AND COMESTIBLE ITEMS. ALSO TAKEN WAS SHIPS ELECTRONIC GEAR AND CREW'S PERSONAL BELONGINGS. NO CASUALTIES REPORTED.
with 80 passengers enroute to a funeral service and diverted them towards the creeks and started searching the passengers, collecting their phones, cash, and other valuables. Victims were threatened to be set on fire, if they did not cooperate with the
WITH A CREW OF 23 SOUTH KOREANS, WHILE SAILING THROUGH PHILLIP CHANNEL. THE CHEIF MATE WAS TAKEN HOSTAGE AND THE SHIPS SAFE WAS OPENED. THE CREWS QUARTERS WERE RANSACKED. $16,000 US AND VALUABLES WERE STOLEN. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE TANKER IS
with a ladder. The master took evasive maneuvers and contacted coalition warships for assistance. A naval helicopter arrived at location. Upon seeing the helicopter, the speed boat aborted the attack (IMB).
with a long knife. The A/B then immediately ran away and reported to a shore security officer who raised alarm and informed the port control. Upon hearing the alarm and seeing the crew's alertness, the robber jumped overboard and escaped empty-handed in
with an accomplice (IMB).
with an iron bar when the thieves were spotted. Alarm raised and thieves jumped overboard to escape in their boat.
with a pistol, from a small motorboat. They forced the crew and six Frenchwomen (passengers) on board to hand over jewelry and money before making their escape. The estimated value of the foreign currency and jewels taken was $2,600 (US). There were no
with approximately 4,000 tons of diesel fuel. A Romanian crewmember was taken hostage but later released according to Nigerian military officials. An official said the unidentified gunmen inflicted massive damage on the tankers engine and superstructure.
with a warship that provided assistance. All 28 crewmembers survived the incident, and the vessel proceeded to a safe port. (IMB)
with cash and personal valuables. The Chief Officer received medical attention ashore (IMB).
with catapults and stole ship?s stores from the forward locker. The alarm was raised and ship?s whistle sounded. Robbers jumped overboard and escaped in a wooden fast boat. The incident was reported to coastal authorities (IMB).
withdrew.
WITHDREW.
withdrew into locked accommodation block. Ship proceeded to board pilot and 5 security personnel. Four containers found with seals broken and doors open as far as lashing bars allowed. No contents noted missing.
withdrew when crew manned fire hoses and switched on deck lights (IMB).
withdrew when crew shined a searchlight on them.
withdrew within five minutes.
with four people onboard. The two small skiffs approached another vessel in the convoy, then changed course heading for the reporting vessel. Vessel reported skiffs to UKMTO and two naval ships assisted vessel. (IMB)
WITH GUNS AND OPERATING A PIROGUE. THE YACHT AND WOUNDED MAN PROCEEDED TO TRINIDAD AFTER BOTH VENEZUELAN AND TRINIDADIAN COAST GUARD RESPONDED TO DISTRESS CALL.
with guns, shot at the fishing vessel and attempted to board her. The (HUYU 908) increased its speed and managed to escape. The small rubber boat was launched from a navy blue tug barge and has a marking of 505 on its bow. The bullets penetrated the
WITHIN 0.3NM BUT THE ATTACK WAS THWARTED BY CONTINUOUS WHISTLE AND SIGNAL LAMP FLASHES FROM THE TANKER.
within 30 meters and fired shots at the tanker. Crew mustered and activated fire hoses. Master increased speed, took evasive maneuvers, and proceeded away from the coast. Boats then aborted boarding attempt. Speedboats had white hulls with blue stripes.
within 45 minutes. By then the thieves had escaped with cash and personal belongings.
within 500 meters, with possible weapons sighted. Vessel's armed embarked security team fired flares and the skiff moved away. The second skiff approached to within 200 meters. Embarked security team again fired a warning flare but there was no response
within boarding range as the vessel master employed counter-piracy measures and the skiffs aborted the chase (IMB).
within close range of the Alex III located off the coast of Sierra Leone. The pirates opened fire wounding some crew members before boarding. Other crew members including the master were clubbed to the deck with rifle butts. Personal items of the crew
with intent to board. The vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers to escape the attack (Reuters, IMB).
within two cables the ship's crew mustered and activated fire hoses, whereupon the boats withdrew (IMB).
with iron bars before escaping when ship's alarm was sounded. Nothing was reported stolen from the containers. Local Coast Guard notified.
with long knives, took control of the bridge and tied up the bridge duty crew and counter-piracy watch with ropes. The pirates then forced the electric engineer to bring them to the Master's cabin, where they attempted to enter the cabin. The Master
with other crew members. The robbers jumped overboard and escaped with the stolen goods (IMB).
with ransom demand for the remaining crew. The kidnappers are said to be Indonesians. The boats owner and registry are Malaysian (IMB, INFO).
with RPG and machetes. RPG fired three times with one confirmed hit in funnel. Crew used evasive maneuvers and pirates aborted attempt after 25 minutes. A mother ship was noted in the vicinity.
with RPGs and guns. The armed security team onboard exchanged fire with the skiff, and the skiff then aborted the attack. (IMB, UKMTO, Commercial Sources)
with searchlights. The boat followed until 0600 then increased speed and sped off.
with ship's stores.
with ship's stores and a liferaft.
with ship's stores. A second attempt occurred later that night but policemen on board fired warning shots and thieves fled.
with ships stores. (IMB)
with six accomplices in a boat. Port authorities did not respond to master's attempt to contact (IMB).
with steel bars. Duty officer raised alarm, crew mustered, and robbers escaped. One crewmember and two watchmen sustained injuries (IMB).
with stolen goods. No injuries to crew (IMB).
with stores.
with tape and assailants escaped.
with the duty crewman, were held as hostages. Robbers stole ship's stores and escaped leaving the two hostages in Bosun store. Master reported incident to port control (IMB).
with the gang. Robbers took all the crew's personal belongings, including computers, cell phones, and money. The robbery lasted approximately one hour. There were no injuries to the crew. Port control in Lagos was raised on VHF but did not respond. (ONI)
with the vessel 5 Oct. The vessel was last located at 1622 UTC on 7 Oct transiting southeast. Unconfirmed reporting indicates that the vessel could have been freed and is now returning to Mauritius. UPDATE: FENG GUO NO 168 reported safe and returned to
with two or three more persons onboard, was sighted near the ship. The ships property and walkie-talkie stolen. Once the ship was anchored, security patrols and security duties as per company procedures and ISPS plan were carried out. During the
with weapons seen, but not fired. The skiff closed to within one cable. Counter-piracy measures were enforced and the skiff moved away (Mercury chat).
wooden boad with an outboard motor, approached the vessel at a speed of 20 kts, with the intent to board. Master raised alarm and crew mustered on deck. Persons aborted attempt, increased speed, and went towards a fully loaded tanker in the vicinity
wooden boat, with ships mooring ropes, and raised the general alarm. Upon hearing the alarm and seeing the forward mooring station crew coming aft, the robbers cut the mooring ropes and escaped with stolen stores. No injuries to crew. The port control
World Kudos.
WORTH $1.2 MILLION. SHIP'S 22 CREW WERE BOUND AND BLINDFOLDED BY THE ARMED ATTACKERS WHO PLACED THEM ON UNINHABITED PULAU SAYAP. LOCAL FISHERMEN RESCUED THE CREW 17 MAR AND LANDED THEM AT RIAU ISLAND 0400 18 MAR.
WOULD ASK THE MALAYSIAN AUTHORITIES FOR HELP IN RESCUING THE HOSTAGES. THE SHIP HAD EARLIER BEEN FEARED TO HAVE CAPSIZED IN HEAVY SEAS ON 4 APRIL OFF BALUT ISLAND IN SARANGGANI BAY, TWO BODIES WERE RECOVERED.
wounded, while one solider and two sailors were missing. A military official stated that the rebel boats were sunk when troops fired artillery at them as they attempted to attack army and naval positions in Sirutheevu off northern Jaffna. According to
WWTTS message dated 06 Apr 05 Para 5.K.13. for details on this incident). A spokesperson at the Indonesian embassy in Manila had said the Indonesian government would not give into ransom demands. The al-Qaida-linked terrorist group, Jamaah Islamiyah (JI)
YACHT BROADCAST DISTRESS CALL ON VHF CH 16 AND OWNER FIRED WITH HIS PISTOL AFTER WHICH PIRATE BOATWITHDREW. ON 3 MAY YACHT WAS IDENTIFIED AS (DAISY DUCK). YACHT OWNER CLAIMS FOUR SHIPS WITHIN SIGHT OF VESSEL AND WITH WHICH COMMS HAD BEEN ESTABLISHED,
yacht increased speed and evaded its pursuers. It then approached the Bahamas-flag bulk carrier (PANORMOS PRIDE) but abandoned that apparent target when, a Djibouti based French Atlantique 2, aircraft arrived on the scene from its nearby anti-terrorism
yacht named "Feeling." The yacht was charted in Workum, Netherlands and has not been seen since May 05, 1997. The hull No. is BAV-DE-LD2A292.
yacht returned fire, wounding one of the pirates. One yacht rammed one of the pirate boats, after which the pirates aborted their attempt and fled. Description of pirate boats: 30 ft long, blue hulled rib cage with outboard motors (IMB).
yachts aiming at the cockpits. (MAHDI) returned fire, wounding 1 of the pirates, and (GANDALF) rammed the boat trying to come alongside to board, while shots were fired at the boat's intending boarders. Description of pirate boats: 30 ft long, blue
yachtsman?s wife, hitting her over the head with a club. She managed to activate a portable air horn which scared the thieves off. The yachtsman wrenched the machete away from the thief, even though the third member of the gang, armed with a homemade
yachtsmen are not normally reported in piracy and violence at sea channels, but this incident occurred at the same time as the shootings on the ferry (MARIA ESTELA) though not reported until 21 Jun.
yellow hull. The other boat had five persons on it and a white hull. The crew was alerted and all anti-piracy preventive measures were enforced. The ship took evasive maneuvers. The two suspicious boats moved away and headed in a southwesterly direction.
YEMENI AND A SOMALI SUSPECT IN THE ROBBERY ON 14 NOV.
Yemeni military and foreign ministry to clear up any misunderstanding as to the identity of the yacht. Kelly Marie reported no injuries and safely departed the area 12/07/95.
zigzagged and crew mustered, whereupon the boarding was aborted (IMB).
zigzagged course, and activated fire hoses. The fast boat consequently gave up the chase.
zig-zagged course. Speedboat stopped the chase and moved away (IMB).