0445 local time, boats headed towards Socotra Island and went away (Operator).
049-53.2E.BIMCO and other maritime authorities reiterate their advice that all ships stay at least 50 miles offshore from Somalia. A 30 June 1999 report states that the Salwah was apparently released and has resumed trading. There is no information on
25-54.9N 054-45.0E, a second small craft approached the vessel from the starboard side at a range of 5NM and a 0 CPA with a speed of 22kts and closing. The master altered its course starboard with the small craft 3NM off while it kept altering course to
2NM, the boat moved away, likely due to losing sight of the vessel in the dark. The vessel resumed original course (Operator, IMB).
62 miles northwest of the incident. The deceased coast guardsman was found six kilometers south of the scene, several hours after he was thrown overboard. Coast Guard officials said that the unlicensed Chinese fishermen illegally entered Korea's
90 degrees for 15 minutes and the suspected boat moved away. The vessel then altered its course to 180 degrees for 30 minutes. At 1020 local time the vessel resumed its initial course of 257 degrees and proceeded with a speed of 15 kts following another
ablaze. The stand off lasted two days, during which both the Navy and Police attempted to approach the ship only to be repelled by the group. On the third day of the siege, the hostages were freed. The leader ordered the gang to depart on the following
aborted the attempted attack and moved away. Master informed a warship in the vicinity and all ships in the area via VHF.
According to a report from the International Maritime Bureau, the alarm was raised and distress signals were activated; the fire pump was started; the crew went to their emergency stations and to the citadel; the ship's speed was increased and evasive
addition, a forward store room lock was found damaged. The port authorities were notified (IMB).
ADVISED ON VESSEL'S ARRIVAL. REPORTING VESSEL STATED ITS INTENT TO DRIFT 100 MILES OFFSHORE RATHER THAN ANCHOR NEAR OTHER SHIPS AND POSSIBLY IN A DANGEROUS AREA.NOTE: REPORTS RECEIVED BY BIMCO INDICATE THAT REGULAR VIOLENT ATTACKS OCCURRED AT THE CONAKRY
After a few minutes the boat altered its course and crossed the vessels stern. All three boats were last seen heading north. Each boat was 10M in length, two had a white hull and one had a grayish hull, all having a large outboard motor. Each boat
After approximately 30 minutes, a Togo Navy boat arrived, confirmed presence of no other boats in the vicinity, and advise the Duty Officer to search the vessel. Once it was established that no robbers were on board, the Navy personnel boarded the
against yachts and fishing boats tend to be less reported than those against larger maritime interests insured thorough commercial maritime means. This report should not be taken as indicative of the level of such crime so much as of the type of crime
again took evsive maneuvers to avoid boarding and is now reported as safe.
again when they observed another unlit craft on the starboard bow, approximately 8.2 miles, with a course of 023 degrees and a speed of 2.2 kts. Another unlit craft was sighted on the port bow approximately 9.7 miles off, almost dead in the water. At
agents that came aboard upon clearing at Marina Puerto del Rey, Puerto Rico (Noonsite.com).
air raids in the delta state that took place earlier this week and indicated another wave of violence on a grander scale will follow. Shell was warned not to repair the offshore loading platform, threatening a more brutal attack (LM).
al Arab river entrance should be avoided and that the outer anchorages under control of the Coalition Forces should be used instead (Operator, IMB, UKMTO).
alerted the Royal Malaysian marine police, who sent out patrol boats to escort the tug and barge to Penang. Investigators determined the three fishing vessels used in the attack were Malaysian owned but with falsely registered numbers. Location of the 3
alerted the Royal Malaysian marine police, who sent out patrol boats to escort the tug and barge to Penang. Investigators determined the three fishing vessels used in the attack were Malaysian owned, but with falsely registered numbers. The 3 hostages
alerted to these incidents.
alongside the ship and made several attempts to board the tanker. After several failed attempts at boarding, the persons aborted and moved away. Shortly after, a Togo Navy boat arrived at the location and patrolled the area.
anchor and sailed further away from the anchorage area. At 2320Z, Togo Navy finally responded and the Master reported the incident.
and agent contacted.
and began plucking passengers from the water while the ferry steamed at full speed to the mainland.
AND BETWEEN FIVE AND SEVEN METERS IN LENGTH, WITH AN OUTBOARD MOTOR. EACH BOAT HAD A CREW OF TWO OR THREE PERSONS, APPARENTLY UNARMED EXCEPT FOR THE LINE AND GRAPPLING HOOKS, DARK SKINNED AND WEARING BLACK SHIRTS. ONE SOURCE REPORTS THAT ATTEMPTS TO USE
and Coast Guard, who were searching for them. No reported injuries (LM: Stabroek.com).
and Filipino security forces in the border waters off the east coast of Sebah. On 5 April, one of the Filipino patrol boats searching for the kidnapped victims clashed with gunmen near Sibutu Island, killing two of them, after attempting to inspect two
and four security guards from the citadel. The pirates escaped before the arrival of the warship. The warship remained in the vicinity of the tanker.
and machinery insurance rates for calls to Yemeni ports have reportedly tripled since the attack and some companies are known to be exploring bypassing those ports
and pilot informed the port control, Coast Guard and the CSO (Operator, IMB).
another vessel to stop (Operator, IMB).
any closer, and after 10 minutes they turned away towards another vessel approximately 12 miles away. The other vessel was contacted via VHF and informed of the approach (IMB, Operator).
approach aggressively and weapons were sighted on the skiffs. As the skiffs closed to 300 meters the security team once again fired at the skiffs and noticed that the skiffs returned fire towards the ship. Eleven additional skiffs were sighted on the
area. All crew reportedly safe (Operator, UKMTO, LM: Canada.com, IMB).
area heard the broadcast for assistance and went to the aid of the vessel. A boarding team boarded the vessel and the warship escorted the cargo ship to Lagos port. On arrival at the inner anchorage, Lagos port the authorities boarded the vessel and
are easy to target and could be hijacked by any number of potential perpetrators, many of which disdain their presence. This persistence poses a risk to commercial shipping due to the demonstrated propensity for pirates to use hijacked fishing vessels as
are understood to have been met and the 17 crew were released unharmed, while the hijackers returned ashore unmolested (Fairplay, IMB).
ASAM 95-0004.)
assist and respond accordingly. After two hours of continuous firing and chasing, the pirate boat aborted the attempt. port and returned to the last port, Gen Santos port, Philippines with ETA of 8 Jun 08. sustained serious damages to the bridge,
attack. The ship sustained minor damage to the bridge area with no injuries to the crew. (UKMTO, FP).
attack without incident. According to navy spokesman Henry Babalola, gunmen were initially repelled and two of their boats sunk after an exchange of gunfire. The attackers later regrouped and came back in six speedboats to board the vessel. He claimed
AUTHORITIES ARE REPORTED TO HAVE DETAINED THE CREW OF 16 INDONESIANS ABOARD THE SHIP. THERE IS NO REPORT OF THE WHEREABOUTS OF THE 13 CHINESE AND TWO SOUTH KOREANS WHO FORMED THE ORIGINAL CREW. THE RENAMING OF THE SHIP AND ITS APPARENT ABILITY TO TRADE
back to the missions Colombo headquarters that the Tamil Tigers had started the confrontation (LM, AFP, BBC).
bandits are connected to those responsible for the attack on fishermen at the mouth of the Berbice River on 5 and 6 Jun. Two men have been detained in connection to this robbery (LM).
been recovered. The men are being held at the Springdale Police Station (LM).
before the small craft moved away (Operator, IMB, UKMTO).
between members of the crew and the intruders but it was reported that a Sri Lankan Navy patrol vessel had occasionally passed near the ship during the night.
between Nigerian government and tribal chiefs struggling for shares of oil revenue. This incident was not reported until the end of January 1999, when the tug was declared a constructive total loss.
between the two Cambodian factions. No casualties were reported. The dissident Navy members that boarded the ship took binoculars, life jackets, a handphone and crew personal belongings. Some of the ship's cargo was also taken for the dissident navy
board and investigate the incident, after the pirates escaped (IMO MSC.4/Circ.107, 7 Sept 07).
boats, and continuous shining of search lights accompanied by sounding of the ship?s horn were carried out. Fire hoses, which were already rigged around the ship?s quarter and poop deck were charged up. Authorities were informed via VHF Ch. 73. After 30
BOATS HAVE NOT BEEN DETERMINED AND THE INCIDENTS COULD REFLECT ANYTHING FROM ATTEMPTS TO RENDEZVOUS WITH SMUGGLERS TO HEIGHTENED COASTAL SURVEILLANCE AGAINST SMUGGLING OPERATIONS, PARTICULARLY AS ALL HAVE OCCURRED NEAR THE DISPUTED ISLANDS AT THE
boat. The police located the tanker with the remaining three crewmembers and took it to the marine base for investigation (IMB).
bolt and nut lock.
borders (IMB, LM).
both incidents, the robbers came alongside the ship in their boats, boarded the ship during hours of darkness while she was underway, and escaped with the crew's personal belongings and ship's communication equipment. Mariners are advised to maintain
bridge contact with coalition warships nearby. A helicopter was deployed from a warship and arrived in the vicinity to patrol the surrounding areas. The suspicious craft then aborted the pursuit and moved away towards an undisclosed direction (Operator,
business people (IMB).
but failed. It was reported that from the bridge he observed the pirates getting into a boat jetty and the boat proceeding around the ship's bow and back down river toward Santos at approximately 0620. The police came on board at 0635. No injuries were
cabin was not recovered.
Caluula and indicated he expected the vessel to sail to Eyl (Operator, UKMTO, IMB, AFP, LM:hornafrik.com).
cargo ship, which is now being held for ransom (IMB, ONI).
carried out the attack but only acknowledged seizing the expatriates. The group had no comment regarding the four Nigerians being held hostage as well. On 22 Oct 07, the seven oil workers were reportedly released (REUTERS, LM: allafrica.com, Vanguard).
Center and apprehended the perpetrators (IMB, ONI).
Chat (Operator))
China) for smuggling.
Chinas Agriculture Ministry, which overseas the nations fishing industry, is investigating the attack as well as the Philippine authorities(LM).
cigarettes, a camera, and his watch. The captain was tied up again and left on deck behind the funnel while the thieves escaped in a boat. The incident lasted a reported 20 minutes. Two GMDSS walkie-talkies and binoculars also were missing.
claims that he is not aware of where the hijackers were coming from but was told they are heading to Bosaso. He also stated that they were not told what would happen to them and that they just wanted the fishing vessel. The rescued crewmember had a
Coalition forces were contacted regarding the incident (IMB).
coming alongside the ship. The crew used a hose, bottles, shackles, screws, dishes, etc, to throw at the pirates. The pirates reportedly attacked the ship four times with no success. The pirates moved away at 0600 UTC (Operator, IMB).
communication equipment, and hull. awaited (IMB).
containers had been pilfered during the attack.
control assistance. Two naval boats attended and finally destroyed the small boat. Five doors to accommodation and six empty containers were damaged on the container ship. According to a military spokesman, the Navy hit one of the boats six nautical
control but received no response. (IMB)
counter-piracy stations. Lookouts posted on vessel sighted two small boats attached to the side of the fishing vessel with four to six men on board. As master continued to increase speed, the suspicious fishing vessel stopped at approximately a 4.2NM
crewmembers and the pirates who fled in a motor boat (IMB).
crimes. The body of the skipper was later recovered and sent to the forensic department for further investigation.
cut (IMO MSC.4/Circ.107, 7 Sept 07).
cutting away the welded names on the tug boat and barge using gas torches. The tugboat had been renamed MARYLN 8. Philippine authorities continue to investigate (ReCAAP).
dark blue hull, white superstructure, about 50 meters in length, and the shape and equipment as a big fishing vessel. On the starboard side, there was a small boat of orange color, hanging outboard. ONI Comment: This observed behavior is also consistent
description of perpetrators varies, most have displayed arms and have been uniformly dressed, if not in observable uniforms, as such.
DESTINED TO LTTE INSURGENTS (TAMIL TIGERS) IN SRI LANKA.
DESTROYED ALL CHARTS AND DAMAGED THE FIXED RADIO SETS. VESSEL ARRIVED DEC.10, IN SINGAPORE WITH THE AID OF A SPARE VHF AND AN OLD CHART FROM THE MASTER'S CABIN. THE PIRATES HAD PAINTED OVER THE NAME OF THE VESSEL AND THE FUNNEL WITH BLACK PAINT. ONE
DISPLAYED IN MOST OF THESE INCIDENTS.
duty office. It was further reported that two other boardings took place the same night but no details were provided in the report.
effects before escaping. Two victims are reportedly injured and were sent to a nearby hospital for treatment (IMB, LM: The Star).
encounters at all distances off the east coast of Somalia should be treated as a potential threat (IMB, BIMCO, ONI).
escaped after stealing cash and mobile phones. They did not harm the crew or cause any damage to the tug/barge (ReCAAP ISC).
escaping in their boat. Port Authorities and vessels in the vicinity were informed.
escorted the tanker back to the anchorage. All crew reported safe.
Escravos Terminal and sailed towards it.
ethanol, the fact that all the gunmen were armed with handguns had the makings of a disaster.
eventually moved away. The incident was reported to the Vietnam Marine Police (ReCAAP).
exclusive economic zones.
expedition. All concerned appear to be handling the case as one of robbery and murder without making any connection to Blake's environmental activity. Assaults against yachtsmen are not uncommon but the speed with which the alleged perpetrators were
fiddling with things below his line of sight (Operator, IMB).
fifty miles offshore whenever possible.
firearms. Five of the 12 perpetrators were arrested by members of the Philippine Coast Guard and the Cadiz City Police Office in Isla Higantes, Carles, Iloilo while the others were able to evade capture. According to police, the suspects denied that they
fired by the men, during the incident. The ReCCAP ISC Focal Point (Singapore) advises ship-owners and masters to exercise vigilance, while transiting this location (ReCAPP ISC).
fishing boat was sunk by Indonesian forces bears some similarity. No ships are to operate in Aceh waters without Indonesian authority and all ships should stay well offshore whenever possible, in the region, due to past Free Aceh Movement kidnappings of
fishing vessel) began to behave suspiciously. The craft was on the port side and was approaching to intercept course with a speed of almost 18kts. This craft did not have an AIS signal either. Evasive maneuvers were taken but the craft was altering
fishing vessel their colleagues are holding along with its 10 Indochinese crewmembers. On 26 Aug, Taiwan reported that three deep sea fishing vessels were hijacked off the port of Kismayo and their crews held hostage on 16 Aug. ONI Note: Given the
fishing vessel. Their colleagues are holding the cargo along with its 10 Indochinese crewmembers (LM, REUTERS)
floodlights, and damage to cables and dents and scratches to the ship's superstructure.
following the confrontation. It is believed at least 10 LTTE cadres, on board the suicide boats, were killed. (LM: BBC, REUTERS).
for fast moving crafts approaching their ships and to increase anti-piracy watch (ReCAAP ISC).
FOR RANSOM PAYMENTS FOR SEIZED BOATS AND CREWS.
FOR REFIT OF ITS COMMUNICATION GEAR.
FOR THE ABDUCTION OF THE SHIPS. BOTH CARGO SHIPS OF 5,000 TONS WERE NEAR TRINCOMALEE IN LATE JUNE".
from an electric fuel line as the boats were about to cast off and that it was not through a MEND attack or any militant group (REUTERS, LM: Leadership, The Tide Online).
from Indonesia suggest that the Malaysian authorities have detained several suspects, possibly including members of the ship's crew. The reports say that the ship's name was changed to (EKA) and that the hull had been repainted. The executive head of the
gagged, and weighted. The arrested men reportedly admit to having seized the ship for $11,000(U.S. dollars) each and were reportedly found with photos of a celebration party on board.
GIVEN FOR REFERENCE ONLY, NOT ACTUAL LOCATION OF INCIDENT.
hand grenade.
have abandoned the pursuit and altered course south toward Somali Coast, at 6 kts. (Operator, IMB).
headed toward another tanker transiting westbound. The second tanker increased speed to 16.5 kts before the speed boat eventually aborted the chase. UKMTO Comment: All three vessels were within 4 NM of each other. After attacking the first vessel, the
helicopter arrived, the pirates had fled in their speedboats. Yemeni coast guard forces also claimed a role in helping. There were no injuries to the crew of 23 and the vessel arrived at Port of Aden on 22 Apr 08 at 0330 local time (IMB, Operator, AFP,
helicopter closing in, the speedboats stopped chasing the vessel and turned away (IMB, Operator).
hijackers are demanding a ransom, but the sum was not revealed. All crewmembers are reportedly safe (IMB, AFP, AP, BBC, LM: Shipping Times UK, The Times of India, Indo-Asian News Service, Hindustan Times, nationmedia.com).
hostages knew the combination, the robbers forced the crew to offload the safe onto their boat. The robbers escaped in a 2 m dark green speedboat at 2020 UTC (IMB).
hrs and the police were then informed by the ship agents. After the intruders had left the shore watchmen claimed that he was unaware of any anomalies, although several longshoremen passed the first officer and crewman whilst they were being held at
(IMB)
(IMB).
(IMB, ReCAAP).
(IMB, UKMTO, Operator).
immediate comment. MEND renewed a warning to soldiers and oil workers to abandon all oil installations, including deep offshore (AFP, AP).
immediately on the bridge and a security search was conducted. A fire axe and a crowbar were found missing from the forecastle store. The O/S suffered deep cuts, he was sent to a local hospital for medical treatment (ReCAAP ISC).
important to note that the vessel reported the sea state as calm with no swell.
in Algeria, but never arrived. Russian authorities are investigating the incident and have begun searching for the vessel. There is no further information to provide at this time (AP, Bloomberg, LM: Times of Malta).
incident. Since crew of the attacking vessel wore Indonesia uniforms and vessel appeared to be an Indonesian naval unit it is assessed that the incident is more likely related to continuing unrest in the Indonesia Archipelago and Indonesian Government
INCIDENTS REPORTED IN 1989. (ACCORDING TO SINGAPORE NATIONAL SHIPPING ASSOCIATION)
incident to the coastal state and the flag state (ReCAAP, IMB).
incident was reported to the Singapore authorities who are investigating the incident (ReCAAP ISC).
increased its speed to 19.8kts. At 2342 UTC all the ships company mustered at the emergency stations. The suspicious boat continued to maintain on a converging course until 2345 UTC and the range was 5.2NM. At 2345 UTC the suspicious boat reduced its
information undoubtedly defused what could have been a dangerous situation (INFO, ONI).
informed and were told about the adrift boat and the missing robber. The authorities managed to tow the boat but could not find the missing robber. The authorities investigated the ship and the master handed over the robber. There were no injuries to
in Halifax. They were able to contact the ship?s captain and monitor the situation by keeping in touch with him every 15 to 20 minutes. They also notified the rescue team in Spain to alert them of the situation. Approximately two hours later, the
initial attack. Stopped vessels have been held with their crews for ransom, often for periods of several months, and all ships continue to be advised to stay a minimum of fifty nm off the Somali coast with distances as great as 100 miles recommended.
in legitimate operations. The increasing number of hijackings at greater distances off the Somali coastline requires taking the evasive actions, demonstrated by the alert crew, necessary at all distances off the Somali coastline (IMB, ONI).
Inquirer).
into theiboats and departed. Darkness and distance made it difficult for the Master to determine if the pirates had stolen cargo from containers or from the ship's stores.
island. The incident lasted approximately five minutes (Operator, IMB).
IT ARRIVED 20 SEP CARRYING AN ASSUMED IDENTITY (ARTIC SEA) AND REGISTRATION (HONDURAN- FLAGGED).
its dead occupants, both of which were strongly denied by a Joint Task Force spokesman (LM: allafrica.com, AFP).
Kolkata after his condition deteriorated (LM).
KOTA-KINABALU SABAH ON 5 OCTOBER 1988 . INDONESIAN PORT AUTHORITY SENT A POLICE LAUNCH OUT, BUT THE VESSEL SAILED BEFORE ANY ACTION COULD BE TAKEN. 4.SILVER MED NOW RENAMED -SEAREX- APPARENTLY LOADED PLYWOOD DESTINED FOR HUANGPU AT SAMARINDA BETWEEN 10
Kuantan (ReCAAP).
LAGOS PORT ENTRANCE. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED DURING THE ATTACK, THROUGHOUT WHICH THE PIRATES CONTINUOUSLY HELD A KNIFE TO THE 3RD'S THROAT.
later at the location.
Latest position of two vessels was 14-15.1N 050-47.4E and 14-25.4N 050-45.3E (Operator, IMB, UKMTO).
LEAST INDICATIVE OF AN AMATEURISH ATTEMPT. (HAZEL 1) IS BELIEVED TO BE EX-TURKISH FLAG (KUBRA 1), 10,902 TONS. VESSEL IS REPORTED TO HAVE LOST MORE THAN $10,000 IN CASH AND PERSONAL BELONGINGS.
light and noticed four persons in one boat and five on another boat. After 15 mins, the boats increased speed and moved away.
little further away, and then resumed chasing from both sides. At 2047 local time, the master informed a coalition warship that four speedboats were now chasing the vessel from different directions. It was assumed that the speedboats wanted the vessel to
lodged.
made of the vessel at daylight revealed that although the ship's stores were intact, a container stowed on deck had its seal broken and was forced open. Fortunately the contents of the container, a hazardous cargo, were untouched.
magazines with 55 round of ammunition and one bayonet. Guinean authorities rejected the piracy charge, saying the men were on a legitimate fisheries protection patrol. Guineas navy said the military personnel were accompanying inspectors from the
mainmast (Operator).
Malaysian authorities in the same location it was offloaded. In July, pirates boarded a tug and barge while awaiting berth in a port in Malaysia and siphoned approximately 3,500 MT of crude palm oil, into another product tanker. The Malaysian Marine
Malaysia, which were infested with pirates.
maneuvers and finally the pirates aborted the attack and proceeded towards the Grand Comore Island. Later the Master advised a naval helicopter on the pirates last known position and the situation onboard.
marine police in Johor and the Port Operations Control Center in Singapore (ReCAAP: http://www.recaap.org).
market (IMB, LM, ONI).
Marseille as well as the oil and container terminals at Fos and Lavera were all shut down (LL, FP, TRADEWINDS).
master after the incident and he claimed he was safe and no significant damage to the crew or vessel had occurred. The UN WFP informed NATO shipping and MARLO who in turn advised CTF150 (UKMTO, CTF-150, AFP, IMB).
masters and crew are advised to maintain vigilance when operating in the vicinity (ReCAAP).
Media).
members of a local milita group, which tried to prevent them from berthing the vessel at a fishing village in the Somali coastal state of Puntland, per radio operator Mohammed Ibrahim. The vessel subsequently moved south, and as of 09 Apr, the vessel is
military.com).
minutes the pirates smashed all the communication equipment. The ships engines stalled 40NM from Horsburgh, Lighthouse. When the pirates could not restart the engines they abandoned the ship and escaped in their speedboats. All crew were accounted for
mostly Chinese pirates and that investigators had ruled out involvement of the Chinese Navy.
NAVTEX and SAFETYNET system (ReCAAP ISC).
(NDPVF), while other reports claim no involvement by these organizations. Ransom demands reported are typical for the region and include the release of certain prisoners, compensation for unpaid oil revenues, and assurances that no one from the current
nm, the attackers switched to rocket fire. As the distance increased to about 0.6 nm, the attackers aborted their pursuit. The assault lasted for a period of thirty minutes of continuous gunfire. No crewmen were injured.
not reported since China's crackdown on Black Market activity, wherein a ship is targeted for seizure at its load port and the cargo is taken to some destination where arrangements for disposal have already been concluded. The complexity of the operation
of 200NM from the east coast of Somalia. All vessels are advised to maintain strict vigilance at all distances from the Somali coast and report all suspicious sightings or radar contacts of larger vessels (vessels loitering or towing small skiffs) that
official claimed that the piracy situation was under control for one month but has started again since some of the men were granted bail in Suriname. A reward of $500,000 for any information that can lead to the capture of the pirates had been sent out
official support has been given to the decision to publicize the payment which is almost certain to generate further hostage takings for ransom. (BIMCO, IMB, INFO, ONI).
official. The Nigerian navy has sent two frigates, (NNS NWAMBA) and (NNS OLOGBO) to patrol near the major deep-sea oilfield that was attacked by rebels, military sources stated 23 Jun 08. The two frigates are each mounted with two 30mm cannons and a crew
of GAM involvement has been presented and it would be atypical for them so far offshore. Although no source has mentioned the possibility, the incident could be the result of Indonesia's enforcement of its ban on passage of vessels near Aceh waters
of lowering cartons taken from containers into a small boat alongside.
OF PALM OIL. THAT SHIP WAS RECOVERED AT SHEKOU, CHINA IN MAY AFTER THE HIJACKERS HAD BEEN UNABLE TO FIND A BUYER FOR THE CARGO. THE LAST TANKER HIJACKED WITH A GAS OIL CARGO WAS THE 1,247-TON (SIAM XIAN XAI) 8 JUN 1999, WHICH SHIP HAS NEVER BEEN
of the robbers in the two incidents. Although there is no conclusive evidence as yet, it appears that the same group of robbers was probably involved (ReCAAP).
of the vessel. The incident was over within 30 minutes.
onboard, resulting in the skiffs changing course and moving away. Due to poor visibility, there was difficulty detecting the number of people or any piracy-related equipment. MV continued transit to her destination.
one hour a launch finally arrived alongside the vessel to transport the injured crewman to a hospital. During the remainder of the night it was not possible to contact the police or port authority on VHF. The agents later advised vessel's owners that the
one of the boats that had been hijacked. On this vessel police arrested two suspected pirates and freed the remaining four fishermen who were being held. The search continued around 0700 local time on 30 Mar 08. Officers from the ATE located a second
on the stern, however once discovered they escaped in the same manner as the first thieves.
on VHF.16. The first reported attempt to board resulted in the speedboat rolling heavily in the water because it was caught in the stern wash of the vessel. As a result, approximately three to four persons were washed out of the speedboat. The speedboat
operating area for piracy in the Gulf of Aden (Operator, ONI, UKMTO, LL, IMB).
Operator)
ore from Canada to China at the time of the attack (IMB, LL).
organized crime syndicate and believed the pirates were aiming to sell the ship's 30,000 barrels of diesel onboard to international buyers. On 22 Jun, a press report states special task force officers have identified the pirates' ringleaders and have
other injuries were reported. The police have Abdul Karim Sillah in custody and are investigating further. Abdul Karim Sillah is the second pirate to be apprehended by the SLN in the last two months, both detained pirates claim to be registered
others were being pursued (IMB, INFO).
outboard motor, AC unit, food, clothing and other items. The attackers made no effort to hide either their own identity or that of the attacking vessel. None of the three crewmembers aboard the vessel was injured during the encounter (Operator:
OUTSIDE THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ.
patrol vessel (24TH OF MAY) in response to the distress call. At approximately 0200 EST on 26 Nov, the Ecuadorian Coast Guard reported to the US Coast Guard that an Ecuadorian patrol craft had rendezvoused with the (ROBIN'S NEST) in international waters,
PENDING ARRIVAL OF THE BARGE IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. NO CHARGES WERE EVER FILED. THE BARGE WAS LOADED WITH 5,000 TONS OF COAL.
personal belongings, and cash. They left the ship at approximately 0040 local time with two other pirates waiting for them in their speedboat. No crewmembers injured. The ship master reported the incident to the coastal state and the flag state (ReCAAP
personal belongings. Several work vests, one fire axe, and four portable VHF radios were also stolen. Shots were fired during the robbery to intimidate the victims and damage some of the electrical equipment. One engineer was injured as he was struck on
Photographs taken by a high-resolution camera show two men aboard the skiff wearing head gear.
piracy, master altered course, increased speed, and locked down the house. The suspect ship followed for two miles before altering course. (Operator, IMB, OSAC)
PIRATE MOTHER VESSELS.
pirates, according to details reported 16 Mar (IMB, INFO).
Pirates had ripped off some of the razor wire on the vessel. (IMB, Open Source)
POOPDECK, SINGLE LONG HATCH COVER. SHORT TWO-DECK SUPERSTRUCTURE RIGHT AFT, LOW SINGLE FUNNEL NOT REACHING BEYOND TOP OF BRIDGE. TWO POLE MAST; ONE RIGHT FORWARD AT BREAK OF RAISED BULWARK AROUND BOW, SECOND ABUTTING BRIDGE FRONT. SINGLE BOOM STEPPED
port light showing and no other navigation lights on display, approximately 2 NM away. The suspicious vessel then adjusted its course and headed straight towards the yacht. A voice then came over the radio CH 16 in english ordering them to stop. Five
port quarter boat was also observed to have altered its course to portside and moved away from the vessel. The boats were white and approximately 15-20 meters long. One vessel was observed with three men on board (Operator, UKMTO, IMB).
problems again in Paranagua or Santos and shall be very glad to see some form of efficient counter measure taken to protect my crew and the vessel. Please forget the idea of extra watchmen who disappear in those critical moments.
proceed on a southerly course to meet with them as they were 14NM south. The suspicious boat moved away after a hard wheel turn to starboard pushed the boat away. At 1000 local time/0600 UTC while in position 13-27.8N 048-34.1E, the Master confirmed the
produced, and demanded the gain from sales. Pirates demanded cash and master handed over about 3, 000 USD. Pirates disembarked at 0650 and fled. The main boat was described as 5 - 7 meters in length, metallic grey/green, engine - Yamaha 40, and "kassa p
radio. The hostages were allowed back on board the tug after the master handed over about $8,000. (US) in cash, 10 tons of diesel fuel, two drums of lubrication oil; and about $2,000 (US) worth of stores and provisions. Upon release, the salvage tug had
ramming; however, the ships collided, causing the iron-hulled ship to promptly leave the scene. The containership's port side lights were destroyed during the collision.
ReCAAP).
reconnaissance plane to the Horn of Africa (AFP, LM: news.monstersandcritics.com, earthtimes.com, Independent Online, SomaliNet).
regular security patrols because pirate attacks can seriously affect their business (LM).
relations confirmed the release of all 10 hostages. No details were given of how the men were released or where, but a Cameroon government spokesperson said that the exchange was peaceful (LM: Aljazeera.net).
released, following the intervention by some traditional institutions in the state (IMB, LM: allAfrica.com, This Day (Lagos), Daily Champion).
reported in the Kuala Langat district since he was appointed about one year ago (INFO).
reported the incident to the shipping company which relayed the report to the Chittagong Port Control and the Bangladesh Coast Guard (ReCAAP ISC).
reporters that there had been no major damage to the port or ships and that the attackers may have been aiming for Liquid Petroleum gas ship gas Tabango which was unloading at the time of the attack. Gas Tabango sustained only minor damage to a water
Rescuing Coordinating Center in Falmouth, Britain and this had been relayed to naval authorities in Sri Lanka. The defense ministry also said the ship's local agents had sent a tug to prevent the ship from drifting to shore, but there was no word on
responsibility for any attacks (REUTERS, LM: Panapress, Vanguard).
retreated into the citadel and a distress signal was sent requesting assistance. Surveillance aircraft were dispatched which arrived at the location.
returned to a mother vessel. One additional skiff was sighted. (UKMTO, IMB)
(REUTERS, AP, FP, LM, OPERATOR)
robbers speed boat returned with more people. At around 0500 LT, the tanker sailed towards Lagos and the robbers appeared to be negotiating on the satellite phone. They then ordered the Master to use the tanker to approach other vessels in the area and
Security forces are calling this an act of piracy (AFP, REUTERS, Xinhua).
security round on deck. No injuries to crew (IMB).
seemingly under the influence of drugs and being ordered about by a malehandler. Detailed description and photographs of Miss Bradley and REWARD information are available on the internet at http://www.curanow.com/amy The American Admiralty Bureau Ltd is
seized her sister ship Hong-Kong flagged barge HUNG FUNG but were prevented from doing so by Hong Kong police. The master of the HUNG FUNG has stated that both barges were about 1.5 NM inside Hong Kong's special administrative region waters. Mainland
senior crew for ransom. In this case, no ransom demand has been made and the fate of the crew can only be speculated. What is evident, however, is that these vessels were stolen for further use, unlike all earlier cases of ransom demands. This case is
sent a helicopter, which arrived on the scene and opened fire on the pirates. Coalition naval forces informed that the warship was on its way to assist the ship. The pirates disembarked from the ship into a speed boat. The crew and vessel are safe and
several vehicles, but no troops or attackers were killed (REUTERS).
ship. On 21 Feb 08 at 0922 local time, the Japan Coast Guard found a lifeboat from the missing vessel at location 35-55.6N 134-43.7E. There was no one in the boat (ReCAAP ISC).
Shipping Times).
ship's agents. The vessel berthed later in the morning. Eight crew members received medical assistance, no major injuries reported. The pirates made off with computers, walkie talkies, money, and crew possessions.
Singapore Immigration Officials and the injured crew members were taken to a local hospital.
Singapore Shipping Association, agree that increasing patrols reduces attacks temporarily, but is not the lasting solution (IMB, LL, FP, LM)
Singapore's Port Operation and Control Centre (ReCAAP).
Singapore?s Port Operation Control Centre (ReCAAP).
some other hijacked or undocumented vessel (IMB, ONI)
sounding of the ships alarm and the armed watchmen on the nearby vessel.
South Korea. Sheik Elmi went to Mogadishu to negotiate for the vessels release (REUTERS, LM).
South Korea. Sheik Elmi went to Mogadishu to negotiate for the vessels release). Vessel released on 6 May after businessman reportedly paid a $25,000 ransom. One fatality and two injuries were reported. Vessel is said to be en route to Dubai with her
speedboats 1NM away. ONI Note: ONI is aware of four other incidents geo-located in this area in the past, all remarkably similar in nature, with the first incident reported in Feb 2002. All describe speedboats aggressively maneuvering within close
speed. No crewmembers were hurt. Accommodation and engine spaces were searched and everything was found in good order. The incident was reported to a coalition warship on VHF 16 (Operator, UKMTO, IMB).
Stabroek News).
starboard quarter alternatively with the tankers zigzagging. The small boat aborted the chase at 1530 local time. No damage to tanker except for bullet marks on exterior accommodations. All vessels in the vicinity were alerted on VHF and the incident was
starboard side and two pirates with AK-47s had boarded the vessel. At this time, (CEC FUTURE) activated their VHF distress alarm. During the next five minutes, several more VHF transmissions were made after which the radio fell silent. The vessel was
States of the validity of any foreign rule, regulation or proclamation so published.
station via VHF communications and local police were notified. The pirates left the vessel after 15 minutes of futile attempts to access the ship's superstructure. After 40 minutes, local police arrived. The report stated there were no injuries or
steering gear door. They stole engine spares and escaped. Authorities were informed. ReCAAP reported the Indonesian Navy boarded the vessel and conducted an investigation. The IMB reported the Indonesian Coast Guard arrived at 1115 local time and left at
stevedores, placing their own armed watchmen at the gangway and in various positions on deck. They left the ship in the same orderly fashion, even re-lashing the pilfered container prior to disembarking. The same vessel had been attacked whilst anchored
stolen items will be returned to ship (IMB)..
strengthen their watch keeping particularly during hours of darkness when their ship is at anchor (ReCAAP).
suffered injuries while escaping through the porthole, and the electrical engineer suffered head injuries when the pirates assaulted him. The Master reported the incident to the Hong Kong MRCC. ReCAAP Comment: Incidents occurring in the vicinity of Pulau
sunk boats either trying to smuggle people and arms into Aceh or those which have resisted interdiction, such as several Thai trawlers engaged on 9 Mar after they opened fire when being towed into port by Indonesian patrol boats. Although piracy is
supply vessels evasive maneuvers. At 0400 local time, radar indicated a smaller faster vessel was launched from one of the four suspicious vessels and headed strait for the supply vessel at 16.5 kts. Radar contact was lost when it came within 2NM. A
suspect robber at 0020 local time on 06 Nov 07 and apprehended the individual at 0420 local time, and took him to the Pontian Police Station. Initial investigation by the Malaysian authorities revealed that the suspect was carrying a tube of toothpaste
suspicious vessel altered its course and speed a number of times. The bulk carrier continued to plot the suspicious vessel until finally past and clear. Note: In this case, the IMB notes the movements of the suspicious vessel to be quite similar to those
system off, the Master again refused. The military personnel threatened to arrest and jail the Captain and his crew for not cooperating. The agent for Farrell Lines in Genoa was contacted, and paid out to the Yugoslavian Army-Navy Headquarters 6,800
take precautions. (INFO, ONI).
Tarakan naval base in East Kalimantan. From there, they would later be transferred to Surabaya to undergo a judicial process (LM: ANTARA News).
territorial sea; however, under article three of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), every State has the right to establish the breadth of its territorial sea up to a limit not exceeding 12 nm. UNCLOS also defines the exclusive
territorial waters, where the Coalition warship could not enter due to rules of engagment. The Danish flagged vessel was carrying building and construction materials to Mombasa from Dubai with a crew of five Danish nationals. The vessel is believed to be
TERRORIST ORGANIZATION.
that he can watch all the crewmembers at once. While distracted, one of the crewmembers tackled the gunman. The crewmembers managed to throw the bandits down the steps on the transom. A crewmember radioed for help, but received no response, probably due
THAT SYNDICATES PROVIDING HULL COVE FOR CRUISE SHIPS IN THE INDIAN OCEAN MIGHT RAISE RATES ACCORDINGLY. ON 4 AUG SRI LANKAN AUTHORITIES HELD A PRESS CONFERENCE TO STATE THEIR CLAIMS THAT THE PORT OF COLOMBO IS SAFE FROM ATTACK BY THE LTTE AND TO APPEAL
the boats movements. Lu explained Japanese authorities have no legal jurisdiction over the case and will hand the case over to the Taiwanese Coast Guard at an appropriate time. According to Lu, the Coast Guard Administration Officials have sent two
the cargo manifest. As the intruders were apparently not interested in the ship's cargo of bulk barley, they then demanded that the Master hand over the ship's cash, and they also searched the ship and several cabins taking cigarettes and wine, before
the crew, led by the SSO and the Chief Officer, went forward to search for the deck patrol. Security message was broadcast and security procedures were followed. The incident was reported to the Santos Pilot Station, CSO, superintendent, local agents,
the crewman and one of the watchmen on duty. The crewman who was being held on the forecastle witnessed one of the attackers making cash payments to the stevedores in order to prevent them from interfering. Whilst these payments were being made other men
the incident. No crewmembers on the vessel were injured. The incident was reported to the Singapore VTIS (ReCAAP).
the incident was reported to the owners. (IMB)
their part of Somalia. Despite successful resolution of this case and the apparent willingness and ability of authorities ashore to protect legal rights, shipping is still advised to stay at least 50 miles and preferably 100 miles offshore and also
the pirates in a gun battle for approximately one hour. Three of the pirates were injured before they all surrendered. The vessel was rescued before the pirates could make a ransom demand. Speaking after the incident, Puntland security minister,
THE PORT OF SANTOS. THE SECOND MATE AND WATCHMAN BOTH SUFFERED GUNSHOT WOUNDS.
the radar mast. No injuries to crew. Vessel continued voyage (Operator, UKMTO, IMB).
the ship's bow and attempted to approach the vessels port side. The master altered its course to the starboard side in order to make the port side under swell direction. The master alerted the Company Security Officer in Dubai, UAE, and announced the
the ship was reported.
the situation. Later on 27 Feb, conflicting reporting of either 4-6 suspected pirates were arrested by the police, after going ashore in the town of Bargal to get food and other items to take back aboard the M/V ROZEN. Four heavily armed pirates still
the skiff to stop the attack and return to the mother vessel. A warship responded to the distress message and sent a surveillance aircraft to the location.
the smaller craft was observed as a blue hull, 10 meters in length with four persons equally spaced. This craft broke free, engaged propulsion and deployed from the larger craft. The master reacted by sounding the alarm and alerting the armed security
the troubled vessel. The small crafts were .5NM from the vessel. When the suspicious crafts saw the crafts, they stopped andslowly veered away from the vessel. The warship continued its intended intercept, until the small crafts were well clear of the
the two incidents that occurred in the South China Sea on 30 September 2008 and 2 October 2008. The ReCAAP ISC notes that these were the fifth and sixth incidents that have occurred in the South China Sea area since January 2008. Ship masters are advised
the uniformed men among them to comply with the demands of the hoodlums. After dispossessing them of their valuables, the pirates were said to have unleashed a volley of shots in the air before speeding into one of the channels, from where they
the vessel.
THE VESSEL AND INTRUCTED THEM TO PROCEED WITH FULL SPEED.
the vessel because of improper documentation. Per 01 Aug reporting, the hijackers said they were going to release the eight Kenyan crewmembers, but were going to keep the Sri Lankan master and Tanzanian crewmember in captivity. Per 10 Aug reporting, the
the vicinity relay its message to port control, which was not responding to its calls. Upon hearing the VHF alarm, the gun boat moved away.
They also tried to steal the woman wedding ring, but she could not remove it and in the process severely cut her hand. After the attackers left, there were no means to call for help so they traveled to Trinidad. (Operator: noonsite.com, LM:
They arrived in the vicinity of the vessel midday local time on 30 October and contacted the perpetrators via bridge-to-bridge radio, ordering them to give up their weapons. Shortly after, the North Korean crew, which according to reports, numbered 43
they began to systematically pillage the other cabins. By chance, in the course of their search, the pirates found the ship's cash under an old radio set and were furious, putting the Master and crew in fear of their lives. After vandalizing the vessel
They chased us for a while but gave up when it was obvious that we were faster. There were no casualties and they only managed to score two hits on the funnel. There was no other damage.
they easily escaped (IMB, INFO). Medan, Sumatra, see above. The IMB notes that this attack, and the one 30 Sep, below, both occurred in late daylight, while the tugs were close inshore of the vegetation-laced coastline from which the attackers operated
they never fired a warning shot. Top police officials are holding talks with the fishermen, who alleged that the fisherman?s death was due to the ?failure? of the Indian Navy and Coast Guard to protect them (LM: Hinustan Times).
TIMES. THE BOAT HAD A BLUE HULL, WITH FIVE MEN ONBOARD, DRESSED IN DARK RAINCOATS. A MACHINEGUN WAS SPOTTED ON THE FOWARD PART OF THE BOAT. AFTER FIVE MINUTES, THEY ABORTED THE ATTACK. THE OTHER TWO BOATS AHEAD BEGAN MOVING TOWARD THE VESSEL WITH A SPEED
time the suspicious boat returned to the mother ship. Master reported the incident to port authorities (IMB).
time the thieves were on board, they tried to avoid detection from the bridgeby keeping very quiet. Frustrated by their failed attempts to open the forecastle locker, theyeventually left the vessel, leaving the watchman unharmed.The Master reported the
to free the crew which is still being held in Somalia. A 19 May 1999 report states that on 11 May all remaining crew were released by their captors. No ransom was paid. The militia responsible for the kidnapping reportedly were tired of waiting for
to remain with the two other bound crewmen whilst the pirates brought the Master with them to their wooden outboard motor boat which was tied alongside. As the last pirate boarded the motor boat the Master was ordered to return to the bridge. Inspections
TO SEND A HELICOPTER FOR ASSISTANCE. A BRITISH SECURITY TEAM WAS EMBARKED ON THE TANKER AND TOOK POSITION ON THE BRIDGE, USING FIRE AXES, PRETENDING TO BE FIREARMS. SEEING THIS THE TWO SUSPICIOUS BOATS SLOWED DOWN AND ABANDONED THEIR PUSUIT. THE DISTRESS
total crew lockdown, no personnel working on deck, extra lookout, and passes advice that all ships should do the same when transiting the southern Red Sea, (especially at night), and that speed be increased to maximum allowable (Operator).
towards the island, then shot a fire in the air. The individuals on the vessel responded with arms waving, trying to indicate that he contacted someone on radio and that another boat was coming. The man on the fishing boat fired another single shot in
Tribune, AFP).
Triumph, ).
unsuccessful. The speedboat drifted away due to engine breakdown and was last seen being joined by another speedboat of similar appearance. There was no damage to the ship and no injury to the crew (IMB).
unusual for pirates to attack the ship using firearms prior to gaining access (for which they usually rely on stealth) and also unusual to use a boat with a flashing light as an attack platform. Circumstances suggest an encounter with an unidentified
using a speedboat. The crew was able to bring the boat back to Mabawaoia station after the confrontation and met with merchant vessel (POMIO QUEEN) that took them to Alotau. An officer stated that piracy was a problem in Milne Bay waters but police do
vessel at anchorage during the same night.
vessel because of improper documentation. ONI NOTE: This is likely the same militia group responsible for the attempted boarding of M/V (TIMBUCK) and successful hijacking of a LPG tanker back in April (see 20 Apr ONI Worldwide Threat to Shipping report
vessel because of improper documentation. Per 01 Aug reporting, the hijackers said they were going to release the eight Kenyan crewmembers, but were going to keep the Sri Lankan master and Tanzanian crewmember in captivity. ONI NOTE: This is likely the
vessel proceeded the intruders attempted to make radio contact with their base at Bossasso. The vessel anchored at Cape Elefante, at 11 56 50 N 050 37 00 E.On 10 September the master was told that his ship would be used to apprehend fishing vessels
vessel sustained damage from the firing.
vessel was spotted the boats reportedly started to chase the vessel yet again. There were three smaller boats right behind them. Two of them changed direction and by spreading out they tried to cut the vessel off. The boats got very close to the vessel,
was also reported that the ship has been spotted by the Sri Lankan Navy near Chalai, which is about 25 km south of the rebel stronghold of Mullaitivu. The ship had been charted to transport food from Colombo to civilians on the Northern Jaffna Peninsula.
was conducted. The navy dispatched three naval patrol gunboats and the Philippine Coast Guard dispated a search and rescue vessel. A Notice to Mariners (NOTAM) was also issued to advise commercial vessels transiting the vicinity to adopt precautionary
was hired to accompany the ship to its berth and was also on board during outward transit. (See ASAM 990032)
weekly dated 11 Aug (INFO, IMB).
were foreced to prepare the vessel for lighting operations. On 20 january, all crew members were locked in the smoke room and the lighting commenced. None of the crew members were able to see the lighting ship. On 21 January, the pirates disembarked at
were found (Operator, IMB).
were injured (ReCAAP).
were recovered by the naval personnel. A cleared building at the location bears the signs of having being recently used by the LTTE cadres. Two dinghies were found abandoned near the building and they are reported to have been used by the LTTE cadres to
were unable to provide further details of the fishing boat as the incident occurred in the hours of darkness (ReCAAP ISC).
West coast to conduct research on sea variations and tsunami alerts. There have been instances in the past when fishermen have objected to NIO scientists carrying out routine marine surveys near their fishing zones. The incident is currently being
when it sent out a rescue call. The Indian warship, which was sailing nearby, moved its Marine Commandos on a helicopter to help the cargo ship. Upon seeing the helicopter and the (MYSORE) closing in, the attackers broke off and tried to flee, according
WHICH, THE CHINESE-REGISTERED (JIN CHAO) (NFI), WAS CAPTURED WHEN THE TANKER WAS RE-TAKEN. CHINESE AUTHORITIES OFFLOADED THE REMAINING 7,000 TONS OF CARGO, ALLEGEDLY AS SECURITY FOR THE CREW'S TESTIMONY IN LATER PHASES OF THE INVESTIGATION. PETRO
while increasing its speed, it crossed the bow at a distance of about two cables. After the vessel had passed the skiffs and it was clear that the skiffs could not get any closer, they soon reduced their speed and moved away. All the skiffs were Arabian
white superstructure, about 50 meters in length, and the shape and equipment as a big fishing vessel. On the starboard side, there was a small boat of orange color, hanging outboard. ONI Comment: This observed behavior is also consistent with a pelagic
WITH MACHINE GUNS. THE VESSEL CONDUCTED EVASIVE MANEUVERS AGAIN AND WERE ABLE TO PROVENT THE PIRATES FROM BOARDING. THE PIRATED SKIFF THEN STAYED BACK IN THE STERN WAVE AND STOPPED CHASING THE VESSEL, BUT THE CREW REMAINED ALERT DURING THIS TIME.
with the actions taken by the ship's master and ultimately by the security personnel aboard. They initially used defensive measures and when those weren't enough the security personnel took action to defend the ship. While it is unclear if personnel on
with the helm unmanned. At 1230 local time, the thieves spotted a nearby police boat and left the ship with the patrol boat in pursuit.
with vessel Force Protection remaining at high level. No information at this time of addititional DoD instructions to the vessel. Recommend MARAD HQ consider coordination w/ DoD on addititional intel re: this incident and possible Notice to Mariners
woman and killed her and wounded four other innocent people. According to the police, the militants managed to seize four pump rifles and two boats with 75-horse power engines. The militants later used explosives to blow up the boats, while the engines