| Alert 041/12 - Attack | 10/05/2012 10:00 | 14.3 | 58.45 | Attacked | Attacked | At 1000 UTC / 10 MAY 12 a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 14 18 N 058 27 E. One skiff with 6 pirates on board. The vessel is SAFE. VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. WHILE NAVIGATING IN THE REGION VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTION MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE VERSION 4 (BMP4) DATED AUGUST 2011. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| Alert 040/12 - Pirated | 10/05/2012 09:30 | 15.97 | 61.05 | Pirated | Pirated | At 0930 UTC on 10 MAY 2012 a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 2 skiffs in position 15 58 N 061 03 E. ***Vessel is now confirmed as PIRATED*** VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. WHILE NAVIGATING IN THE REGION VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTION MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE VERSION 4 (BMP4) DATED AUGUST 2011. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| Alert 039/12 - Attack | 09/05/2012 10:00 | 10.93 | 60.08 | Attacked | Attacked | Alert number 039 / 2012. At 1000 UTC / 09 MAY 12 a MV was reported under attack by 2 skiffs in position 10 40 N 060 04 E. Additionally a mother vessel and 8 skiffs were reported to be currently in position 10 56 N 060 05 E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. WHILE NAVIGATING IN THE REGION VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTION MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE VERSION 4 (BMP4) DATED AUGUST 2011 FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| Alert 038/12 | 07/05/2012 03:50 | 8.13 | 56.3 | Approached | Approached | ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 038 / 2012. At 0350Z UTC / 07 MAY 2012/ a merchant vessel was approached by pirates in position 08 08 N 056 18 E. ***The vessel is SAFE*** VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. WHILE NAVIGATING IN THE REGION VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTION MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE VERSION 4 (BMP4) DATED AUGUST 2011. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| NSC 019/12 Suspicious Approach | 29/04/2012 06:00 | 13.43 | 42.65 | Approached | Suspicious Approach | At 0608 UTC on 29 April a merchant vessel reported a suspicious approach by four grey skiffs in vicinity of South Red Sea (SRS) in position 1326N 04239E. The majority of the people on board two of the four skiffs were carrying weapons. Vessel is SAFE. Vessels are advised to keep well clear and to exercise extreme caution if in vicinity. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez, 78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 036/12 | 24/04/2012 19:40 | 4.55 | 54.63 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious Activity | Location: [036] SOMALI BASIN 04 49 N 054 47 E Latitude: 04 49 N Longitude: 052 45 E Alert Details: ---ALERT--- Alert number036 / 2012. At 1940 UTC / 24 APR 2012 / possible Pirate Activity was reported in position 04 49 N 054 47 E. [Description] VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. WHILE NAVIGATING IN THE REGION VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTION MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE VERSION 4 (BMP4) DATED AUGUST 2011 FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| ALERT 035/12 | 21/04/2012 22:35 | 15.33 | 52.2 | Pirated | PIRATED | 21/04/2012 22:35:34 Location: [035] GOA - ARABIAN SEA 17 nm south of RAS FARTAK 15 20 N 052 12E Latitude: 15 20 N Longitude: 052 12 E Alert Details: At 1700 UTC / 21 APR 12 / a fishing vessel was hijacked by pirates in position 15 20 N 052 12E 17 nm south of Ras Fartak. ***This vessel was hijacked*** VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. WHILE NAVIGATING IN THE REGION VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTION MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE VERSION 4 (BMP4) DATED AUGUST 2011. |
| Alert 034/12 | 16/04/2012 08:00 | -9.8 | 40.52 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious Activity | ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 034/12. At 0800 UTC / 16 Apr 2012 a Pirate Attack Group (PAG) consisting of 1 dhow and 1 skiff was reported in position 09 48 54 S 040 31 24 E. VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. WHILE NAVIGATING IN THE REGION VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTION MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE VERSION 4 (BMP4) DATED AUGUST 2011. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| NSC 018/12 - Suspicious Approach | 14/04/2012 06:55 | 16.9 | 65.98 | Approached | NSC 018/12 - Suspicious Approach | A merchant vessel was approached by one skiff in the northern Arabian Sea, in position 16 54N 065 59E. The skiff is reported to have 7 persons on board carrying weapons. The merchant vessel is safe. This NSC Alert is the same incident as ALERT 033/12. ***The vessel is SAFE*** Vessels are advised to keep well clear and to exercise extreme caution if in vicinity. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez, 78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 017/12 - Suspicous Activity | 14/04/2012 01:45 | 14.28 | 52.83 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 017/12 - Suspicous Activity | There is a report of a two skiffs (believed to be dark grey and dark blue in colour) acting suspiciously, in vicinity of 14 17 N 052 50 E. They may be working in conjunction with a 30metre vessel in the same area. Vessels are advised to keep well clear and to exercise extreme caution if in vicinity. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez, 78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 032/12 - Attack | 13/04/2012 11:15 | -11.3 | 41 | Attacked | Alert 032/12 - Attack | Location: [32] MOZAMBIQUE CHANNEL 11 18 S 041 00 E Latitude: 11 18 S Longitude: 041 00 E Alert Details: ---ALERT--- Alert number 032 / 2012. At 131116z APR 12 UTC a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 11 18 S 041 00 E. Fired on by at least one skiff at 50 metres. Vessel taking evasive action. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. WHILE NAVIGATING IN THE REGION VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTION MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE VERSION 4 (BMP4) DATED AUGUST 2011. |
| NSC 016/12 - Suspicious Approach | 09/04/2012 10:50 | 12.23 | 61.75 | Approached | NSC 016/12 - Suspicious Approach | At 1047UTC on 09 Apr 12 a merchant vessel was approached by one skiff with 5 people on board. AK47s and Rocket Propelled Grenade launchers were seen on the skiff. This NSC Alert is the same incident as ALERT 031/12 ***Vessel is Safe*** Vessels are advised to keep well clear and to exercise extreme caution if in vicinity. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 030/12 - Update 2: Vessel SAFE | 06/04/2012 05:55 | 25.48 | 57.53 | Attacked | Alert 030/12 - ATTACK (Also Known as NSC 015/12) | Alert 030/12 UPDATE 2: The merchant vessel that was reported as hijacked is now SAFE and no longer a threat to merchant shipping. Original Alert information follows: Alert 030/12, NSC 015/12 UPDATE: The merchant vessel that was under attack has been Hijacked. Vessels are advised to keep well clear and to exercise extreme caution if in vicinity. Location: INDIAN OCEAN - GOO 25 28 N 057 32 E Latitude: 25 28 N Longitude: 057 32 E At 0555UTC on 06 APR 12, a merchant vessel was under attack by pirates in position 25 28 N 057 32 E. ***This situation is ongoing. *** Vessels are advised to keep well clear and to exercise extreme caution if in vicinity. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 029/12 | 04/04/2012 17:00 | 21.63 | 59.98 | Attacked | Attacked | Location: [029] INDIAN OCEAN - GOO 21 38 N 059 59 E Latitude: 21 38 N Longitude: 059 59 E Alert Details: ---ALERT--- Alert number 029 / 2012. At [1700] UTC / 04 APR 12 a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiffs in position 21 38 N 059 59 E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THIS POSITION AND TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION IF IN VICINITY. REPORT ANY SUSPECTED OR ACTUAL PIRATE ACTIVITY TO UKMTO DUBAI, BY PHONE: +97 150 552 3215 OR E-MAIL: UKMTO@EIM.AE. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| Alert 028/12 | 28/03/2012 09:15 | 8.5 | 53 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious Activity | Location: [028] INDIAN OCEAN 08 30 N 053 00 N Latitude: 08 30 N Longitude: 053 00 N Alert Details: ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 028/2012 At 0917 UTC 28 MAR 12 a suspicious blue coloured skiff with 7 POB and hooked ladder was reported in position 08 30 N 053 00 E. Vessels are advised to keep well clear and to exercise extreme caution if in vicinity. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 14/12 - Hijacked Vessel - UPDATE | 28/03/2012 07:30 | 12 | 51.37 | Pirated | Pirated | At 1700UTC 26 MAR 12 a Dhow was hijacked by pirates 10nm north east of Ras Caseyr, Somalia, in vicinity of 1200N 05122E. The Dhow is believed to have a fibreglass hull with a red bottom, white top and a blue strip between the two. The bridge is white in colour with black stripes and this Dhow is currently in the Gulf of Aden. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating in the vicinity of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any vessel acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez, 78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 013/12 - Hijacked Fishing Vessel | 27/03/2012 11:35 | -3 | 55 | Pirated | NSC Alert 013/12 - Hijacked Fishing Vessel | On 26 Mar a fishing vessel was hijacked in vicinity of position 03 00 N 055 00E, and was taken to the Somali coast. The fishing vessel is currently in vicinity of 05 31N 048 41E. There may be a Pirate Attack Group (PAG) operating in this area. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez, 78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 027/12 - Hijacked Vessel - UPDATE (12 Mar 12) | 26/03/2012 03:30 | 7 | 69.82 | Pirated | Alert 027/12 Hijacked Vessel - UPDATE (29 Mar 12) | ALERT 027/12 - UPDATE: The vessel previously reported as Hijacked on 26 Mar 12 is the MV EGLANTINE. The MV is enroute to the Somali coast and is acting suspiciously in vicinity of position 0737N 056125E as of 300732 UTC. Description of the MV EGLANTINE: Dark coloured hull with white superstructure aft. Seven bulk holds, covers can be seen on deck (See photo at left). It is believed to be working with a brown coloured dhow, and there may be skiffs as well. Location: [027] INDIAN OCEAN Latitude: 07 00 N Longitude: 069 49 E Alert Details: ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 027 / 2012. ***This vessel has been hijacked*** At 0330 UTC 26 MAR 12 a merchant vessel was reported Hijacked by pirates in position 07 00 N 069 49 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 026/12 | 26/03/2012 03:00 | -5.35 | 49.3 | Attacked | Attack | Location: SOMALI BASIN Latitude: 05 21 S Longitude: 049 18 E Alert Details: ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 026 / 2012. At 0306Z UTC / 26 MAR 12 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1skiff with 4 POB in position 0521S 04918E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** The Pirate action group is still in the area. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 025/12 | 25/03/2012 14:00 | 14.28 | 56.85 | Attacked | Attack | Location: ARABIAN SEA Latitude: 14 17 N Longitude: 056 51 E Alert Details: At 1351 UTC / 25 MAR 2012 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 2 skiffs in position 14 17N 056 51E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** The Pirate action group is still in the area. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 024/12 | 23/03/2012 04:00 | 16.97 | 62.8 | Attacked | Attacked | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre.
Date of alert : March 23, 2012
Alert type : Attempted Attack
Location : [024] INDIAN OCEAN
Latitude : 16 58 N
Longitude : 062 48 E
At 0354 UTC / 23 MAR 2012 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 16 58 N 062 048 E.
***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** The Pirate action group is still in the area.
Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. |
| Alert 023/12 - Attack | 19/03/2012 02:55 | 5.65 | 53.33 | Attacked | Alert 023/12 - Attack | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : March 19, 2012 Alert type : Attempted Attack Location : [023] ARABIAN SEA-INDIAN OCEAN 05 39 N 053 20 E Latitude : 05 39 N Longitude : 053 20 E Alert number 023 / 2012. At 0255 UTC / 19 MAR 2012 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 05 39 N 053 20 E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** The Pirate Attack Group is still in the area. Reference previous Alert number 022 / 2012 was nearly the same position. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 022/12 - Attack | 17/03/2012 11:20 | 5.78 | 53.83 | Attacked | Alert 022/12 - Attack | Location: [022] ARABIAN SEA-INDIAN OCEAN 05 47 N 053 50 E Latitude: 05 47 N Longitude: 053 50 E Alert Details: ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 022 / 2012. At 1120 UTC / 17 MAR 2012 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by one skiff in position 05 47 N 053 50 E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** The Pirate action group is still in the area. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 021/12 - Attack | 17/03/2012 06:25 | 13.15 | 48.75 | Attacked | Alert 021/12 - Attack | Location: [021] GULF OF ADEN 13 09 N 048 45 E Latitude: 13 09 N Longitude: 048 45 E Alert Details: Alert number 021 / 2012. At 0626 UTC 17 MAR 2012 a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 13 09 N 048 45 E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** *** Vessel is Safe *** Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 020/12 | 11/03/2012 07:35 | 13.21 | 57.83 | Attacked | Attack | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : March 11, 2012 Alert type : Pirate Attack Location : [020] SOMALI BASIN 13 13 N 057 50 E Latitude : 13 13 N Longitude : 057 50 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 020/2012. At 110737Z MAR 12 a merchant vessel was under attack by one skiff with 5 POB in position 13 13 N 057 50 E. *** VESSEL IS SAFE*** Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 012/12 - Suspicious Activity | 09/03/2012 13:15 | 14.33 | 52.65 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 012/12 - Suspicious Activity | A dhow has been reported as towing three white skiffs in the eastern Gulf of Aden (GOA), in vicinity of 1420N 05239E. This area has seen a lot of suspicious activity over the past few days, such as an attack against a merchant vessel as well as the hijacking and release of a Yemeni dhow on 06 March 12. Masters are advised to proceed with caution while transiting this area, and immediately report any suspicious activity or incident to UKMTO (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215). Masters are encouraged to gain as many details as possible and, whenever it is safe for the crew, pictures and videos taken during the incident will be highly appreciated. Please send them to UKMTO and the NATO Shipping Centre at info@shipping.nato.int. Vessels should report to UKMTO on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez, 78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. |
| NSC 011/12 - Suspicious Activity | 06/03/2012 10:30 | 13.67 | 50.67 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 011/12 - Suspicious Activity | At approximately 1030Z on 06 March 2012, a vessel was pirated approximately 80nm north of Raas Caseyr light (Somalia), in vicinity of 1340N 05040E. The Pirate Attack Group (PAG) involved a dhow and two skiffs. The vessel has now been released. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| 019 / 2012 | 06/03/2012 05:20 | 14.33 | 52.75 | Attacked | Attacked | Alert number 019 / 2012. At 060519 Z MAR 2012 a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 14 20 N 052 45E. Skiff is described as wooden and dark in colour. Vessel has armed security on board. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** *** Vessel is Safe *** While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| 018/12 - Update | 04/03/2012 09:25 | 16.57 | 59.8 | Pirated | Pirated | ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 018 / 2012. At 1219 UTC / 02MAR12 / a MV is currently under attack by 1 skiff in position 21 27 N 062 37 E. Update 2: We have received reports confirming this vessel has been hijacked and was in position 1634N 5948E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 10/12 | 03/03/2012 12:00 | 13.05 | 60.38 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious Activity | Today at 1201Z one merchant vessel observed a suspicious group of skiffs in the Arabian Sea, position 1303N 06023E. One of the skiffs followed the MV for approximately 2 hours despite the MV taking evasive action. The merchant vessel is SAFE. |
| 018/12 | 02/03/2012 12:20 | 21.45 | 62.62 | Attacked | Attacked | ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 018 / 2012. At 1219 UTC / 02MAR12 / a MV is currently under attack by 1 skiff in position 21 27 N 062 37 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| 017/12 | 01/03/2012 21:35 | 17.15 | 58.28 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious Activity | ***WARNING WARNING WARNING*** Alert number 017 /2012 At 2135 UTC /01 MAR/a Pirate Action Group consisting of 2 boats and 3 skiffs was reported in position 17 09N 058 17 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| 016/12 | 28/02/2012 12:05 | 15.02 | 54.93 | Pirated | Alert 016/2012 - Pirated | ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- At 281206Z FEB 12 a merchant vessel is currently under attack by 1 skiff in position 15 01N 054 56 E *** Vessel is hijacked *** While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| NSC 09/12 | 28/02/2012 08:00 | 12.56 | 43.5 | Attacked | Attacked | Today at 0700Z one merchant ship was attacked in the Bab-el Mandeb Strait (BAM) in position 1234N 04330E. Six people on board two white skiffs came within approximately 1nm the merchant vessel. Shots fired at merchant vessel. The merchant vessel is SAFE. |
| NSC 08/12 | 28/02/2012 07:00 | 16.05 | 58.96 | Approached | Approached | Today at 0700Z one merchant ship reported being approached at approximately 120nm south of the coast of Oman (1603N 05858E). Three pirates were sighted on board a skiff with boarding ladders, and approaching the merchant vessel at a distance of 2 cables. The skiff aborted her approach.The merchant vessel is SAFE. |
| Alert 015/12 | 22/02/2012 11:25 | 13.51 | 50.36 | Attacked | Attacked | At 221125Z FEB 2012 an Oil tanker is currently under attack by 1 skiff in position 13 31N 050 22E. Skiff has a yellow/red band. Vessel has armed security on board *** Vessel is Safe *** While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 014/12 | 18/02/2012 07:15 | -5.48 | 59.98 | Approached | Approached | ***WARNING WARNING WARNING*** Alert number 014 / 2012. At 0714UTC / 18 FEB / a Pirate Action Group consisting of one skiff was reported in position 0529 S 059 59 E. While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 013/12 | 17/02/2012 22:10 | 18.17 | 57.35 | Pirated | Vessel Hijacked | ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 013 / 2012. ***This vessel has been hijacked*** At 1939 UTC / 17 FEB / a merchant vessel was reported Hijacked by pirates in position 18 10 N 057 21 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 07/12 | 10/02/2012 05:10 | 20.01 | 60.65 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious activity | Today around 0509Z one merchant ship reported suspicious activity (NSC07/12) approximately 120nm east of the coast of Oman (2001N 06039E). Six people were on board an orange dhow with a white roof. Three people from the dhow were deployed in a skiff and followed the ship for approximately half an hour. The vessel is SAFE. |
| Alert 012/12 | 08/02/2012 14:40 | 16.05 | 62.43 | Pirated | Alert 012/2012 - Vessel Attacked, Suspected Hijacked | Alert number 012 / 2012. ***Vessel suspected hijacked*** At 1438 UTC / 08 FEB 12 / a merchant vessel suspected Hijacked by pirates was in position 1605 N 06226E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 011 | 08/02/2012 07:45 | -4.3 | 59.98 | Approached | Approached | Today one merchant ship was approached (011/12) approximately 240nm east of the Seychelles Islands (0418S 05959E) around 0745Z. Five armed people were on board a white skiff with blue stripes. The vessel is SAFE. |
| NSC 6/12 | 06/02/2012 04:45 | -5.05 | 66.28 | Approached | Approached | On 06 Feb 12, at 0442 UTC, a merchant vessel was approached by 2 skiffs approximately 445NM W from the Maldives, in position 0503S-06607E. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices. please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Merchant vessels are requested to immediately report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 5/12 - Suspicious Activity | 02/02/2012 04:15 | 7.88 | 76.3 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 5/12 - Suspicious Activity | There is a report of four skiffs acting suspiciously in vicinity of 07 53N 076 18E. These craft are white in colour, approximately 5-6 metres in length.
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| NSC 4/12 | 28/01/2012 11:00 | 4.92 | 58.23 | Approached | Suspicious Approach | A vessel in posn 0455N 05814E sighted a dhow with an orange bow which released a skiff with 5 POB that approached them. Weapons were seen and the skiff closed to within 450m but aborted their approach. ***Vessel is SAFE*** Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating near the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 010 | 20/01/2012 16:00 | 24.85 | 57.47 | Suspicious Activity | Alert 010 - Suspect Vessel | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : 20/01/2012 16:00:12 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : [010] GULF OF OMAN 24 51 N 057 28 E Latitude : 24 51 N Longitude : 057 28 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 010/2012 At 1045 UTC JAN 12 a Pirate Attack Group consisting of a grey colored skiff was reported in position 24 51 N 057 28 E. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see www.mschoa.org or http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 009 | 19/01/2012 14:00 | 10.85 | 52.9 | Miscellaneous | Alert 009 - Suspect Vessel | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : January 19, 2012 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : [009] SOMALIAN BASIN 10 51 N 052 54 E Latitude : 10 51 N Longitude : 052 54 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 009 /2012 At 1400 UTC 19 JAN 2012 pirated MV Enrico Ievoli, suspected acting as a mothership, reported in vincinity of 10 51 N 052 54 E. On a North East course. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 3/12 | 17/01/2012 07:35 | 12.5 | 43.58 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious Activity | Three reports of suspicious skiff activity in the Gulf of Aden in the vicinity of 1230N 04335E have been received. Masters are advised to be vigilent when passing through the region. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 008 | 17/01/2012 06:30 | 13.53 | 55.73 | Approached | Warning Warning Warning | At 0632 UTC / 17 JAN 12 / a merchant vessel reported an attempted attack by 1 skiff in position 13 32 N 055 44 E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** ***Vessel is SAFE*** The Pirate action group is still in the area. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Experience has shown that to transit W of 60E significantly increases the risk of piracy, although attacks have and will occur E of this area. MSCHOA advises all vessels navigating in the Indian Ocean to consider keeping East of 60E when routing North/South and to consider routing East of 60E and South of 10S when proceeding to and from ports in South Africa, Tanzania and Kenya. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 007 | 16/01/2012 08:15 | 15.03 | 58.23 | Attacked | Alert 007 - Pirate Attack | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : January 16, 2012 Alert type : Pirate Attack Location : 15 02 N 058 14 E Latitude : 15 02 N Longitude : 058 14 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 007 / 2012. At 0814 UTC 16 JAN a merchant vessel is currently under attack by 1 white skiffs in position 15 02 N 058 14 E. Vessel is SAFE. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org or http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 006 | 12/01/2012 09:50 | 14.85 | 56.05 | Attacked | Alert 006 - Pirate Attack | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : January 12, 2012 Alert type : Attack Location : Arabian Sea Latitude : 14 51N Longitude : 056 44E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 006 / 2012. At 0943 UTC/12 JAN/ a merchant vessel is currently under attack by pirates/2 skiffs in position 14 51 N 056 03 E. ***This vessel mannaged to evade hijack. Vessel is safe*** ***Pirate Attack Group is still in the area*** While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness and implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see www.mschoa.org or http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 005 | 12/01/2012 02:35 | 1.62 | 46 | Suspicious Activity | Alert 005 - Suspicious Activity | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : January 12, 2012 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : [005] SOMALI BASIN 0137N 04600E Latitude : 01 37 N Longitude : 046 00 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 005/2012 At 0235 UTC / 12 JAN 2012/ a Pirate Attack Group consisting of one skiff was reported in position 01 37 N 046 00 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see www.mschoa.org, or http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| ALERT 004/2012 | 10/01/2012 10:25 | 10.97 | 53.38 | Suspicious Activity | SUSPECT VESSEL - POSSIBLE MOTHERSHIP | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : January 10, 2012 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : SOMALI BASIN 10 58 E 053 23 E Latitude : 10 58 N Longitude : 053 23 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 004/2012 At 1024 UTC / 10 JAN 12 / the pirated MV LIQUID VELVET could be acting as a mothership and was reported in position 10 58 N 053 23 E Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices. Please see www.mschoa.org. or http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 2/12 | 06/01/2012 14:15 | 12.43 | 43.8 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 2/12 - Suspicious activity | A vessel has reported seeing suspicious activity in the vicinity of the Bab al Mandeb. 2 skiffs with 6 persons on board were seen acting suspiciously. ***This vessels is Safe*** *** The Pirate Attack Group is still in the region*** This is in the same area as Alert 001, Alert 002, and NSC 1/12. Masters are advised to proceed with extreme caution while transiting this area. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae), or NATO Shipping Centre (+44(0) 1923 956574 - info@shipping.nato.int). Vessels are advised to implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx, or www.mschoa.org |
| ALERT 003/2012 | 05/01/2012 04:45 | 22.45 | 60.98 | Attacked | ALERT 003/2012 | --WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 003 / 2012. At 0446 UTC 04 JAN 2012 a merchant vessel was attack by 1 skiff with 6 POB in position 22 27 N 060 59 E. **This vessel managed to evade hijack*** *** Vessel is SAFE*** The Pirate action group is still in the area. While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org or http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 002/2012 | 04/01/2012 08:20 | 12.28 | 44.16 | Attacked | Alert 002/2012 | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of Alert: 04 Jan 2012 Location: [002] GULF OF ADEN 12 17 N 044 10 E Latitude: 12 17 N Longitude: 044 10 E Alert Details: ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 002 / 2012. At 0822 UTC a merchant vessel was reported under attack by a skiff in position 12 17 N 044 10 E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** The Pirate Attack group is still in the area. While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices please see www.mschoa.org, or http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| ALERT 001/2012 | 04/01/2012 04:20 | 13.16 | 49.2 | Attacked | Alert 001/2012 | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of Alert: 04 Jan 2012 Location: [001] Gulf of Aden 13 10 N 049 12 E Latitude: 13 10 N Longitude: 049 12 E Alert Details: --WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 001 / 2012. At 0200 UTC a merchant vessel was attacked by 1 skiff in position 13 10 N 049 12 E. **This vessel managed to evade hijack*** *** Vessel is SAFE*** The Pirate Attack group is still in the area. While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices please see www.mschoa.org, or http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 1/12 | 04/01/2012 03:45 | 12.12 | 44.18 | Approached | WARNING - SUSPICIOUS APPROACHES | There have been reports of 4 skiffs in the Gulf of Aden/ Bab al Mandeb region. This Pirate Attack Group has attacked 1 vessel, and approached 3 vessels. Approaches occured: 0345Z in vicinity of 1205N 04423E 0753Z in vicinity of 12 14N 044 11E 0817Z in vicinity of 12 17N 044 10E ***These vessels are Safe*** *** The Pirate Attack Group is still in the region*** Masters are advised to proceed with extreme caution while transiting this area. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae), or NATO Shipping Centre (+44(0) 1923 956574 - info@shipping.nato.int). Vessels are advised to implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx, or www.mschoa.org |
| NSC 20/11 Suspicious Activity | 31/12/2011 00:00 | 12.52 | 43.48 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious Activity | Reports have been received about suspicious skiffs in the South West region of the IRTC in the vicinity of 1231N 04329E. One report indicated 2 skiffs and a second report indicated 3 skiffs. The skiffs had 4 to 5 POB. No vessels have reported being attacked. Masters are advised to proceed with extreme caution while transiting this area. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae), or NATO Shipping Centre (+44(0) 1923 956574 - info@shipping.nato.int). Vessels are advised to implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx |
| Alert 250 | 27/12/2011 04:05 | 18.3 | 57.6 | Pirated | Alert 250 - Pirated Vessel | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : December 27, 2011 Alert type : Pirate Attack Location : [249] ARABIAN SEA 18 18N 057 36E Latitude : 18 18N Longitude : 057 36E Alert number 250 / 2011. Reference previous Alert number 249 / 2011. At 0403 UTC a merchant vessel was reported under attack by pirates in position 18 18 N 057 36 E. ***THIS VESSEL HAS BEEN HIJACKED*** Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see www.mschoa.org or www.shipping.nato.int Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). PREVIOUS REPORT: ALERT 249 A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : December 27, 2011 Alert type : Pirate Attack Location : [249] ARABIAN SEA 18 18N 057 36E Latitude : 18 18N Longitude : 057 36E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 249 / 2011. At 0403 UTC / 27 DEC / a merchant vessel is currently under attack by pirates in position 18 18N 057 36E. The pirate attack group is still in the area. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see www.mschoa.org or www.shipping.nato.int Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 19/11 - Suspicious Activity | 25/12/2011 14:25 | 24.96 | 60.33 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 19 /11 - Suspicious Activity | A merchant vessel reported 3 skiffs acting suspiciously in the Gulf of Oman, approximately 30nm off the coast of Iran in position 2458N 06020E. The vessel reported that the skiffs closed to 3.5nm and then the vessel used self-protective measures and increased speed. ***Vessel is safe.*** Masters are advised to proceed with extreme caution while transiting this area. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae), or NATO Shipping Centre (+44(0) 1923 956574 - info@shipping.nato.int). Vessels are advised to implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx |
| NSC 18/11 - Suspicious Approach | 21/12/2011 16:35 | 11.36 | 63.55 | Approached | NSC 18/11 - Suspicious Approach | A merchant vessel reported that they were approached by two skiffs. The merchant vessel altered course and increased speed as the skiffs closed to 2nm. ***Vessel is safe.*** Masters are advised to proceed with extreme caution while transiting this area. Vessels are advised to implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx |
| Alert number 248 / 2011. | 19/12/2011 08:45 | 12.6 | 46.52 | Approached | ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- | At 0842 UTC 19 December a merchant vessel was approached by a skiff, 4 pob in position 12 36N 047 02E the southwest region of the IRTC. At 0955 UTC 19 December a merchant vessel was appraoched by a skiff, 2 pob in positon 12 18N 046 31E the southwest region of the IRTC. Skiffs are reported to be blue. While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see NATO Shipping Centre website www.shipping.nato.int or www.mschoa.org. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 246 | 15/12/2011 16:20 | 5.86 | 49.61 | Suspicious Activity | Suspect Vessel | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : December 15, 2011 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : [246] SOMALI BASIN 05 52N 049 37E Latitude : 05 52N Longitude : 049 37E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 246 /2011 At 1621 UTC / 15 DEC 11 / a Pirate Attack Group was reported in position 05 52N 049 37E . Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see www.mschoa.org or www.nato.shipping.int. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae), or the NATO Shipping Centre (info@shipping.nato.int or Telephone +44 1923 956574). |
| Alert 247 | 15/12/2011 16:20 | 5.1 | 49.21 | Suspicious Activity | Suspect Vessel | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : December 15, 2011 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : [247] SOMALI BASIN 05 06 N 049 13 E Latitude : 05 06 N Longitude : 049 13 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 247/2011 At 1621 UTC / 15 DEC 11 / a Pirate Attack Group was reported in position 05 06 N 049 13 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see www.mschoa.org or www.nato.shipping.int Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae), or the NATO Shipping Centre(info@shipping.nato.int or Telephone +44 1923 956574). |
| Alert 245 - UPDATE | 09/12/2011 09:40 | 2.68 | 48.58 | Suspicious Activity | Alert 245 - MOTHERSHIP POSITION | MOTHERSHIP WAS DISRUPTED ON 10 DEC BY NAVAL COUNTER PIRACY FORCES. A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : December 9, 2011 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : [245] SOMALI BASIN 02 41 N 048 35 E Latitude : 02 41 N Longitude : 048 35 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 245 /2011 At 0949 UTC / 09 DEC / a Pirate Action Group consisting of ONE dhow was reported in position 02 41 N 048 35 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see www.mschoa.org or http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). AMPLIFYING INFORMATION: A Jelbut style dhow has been located approx. 100nm off the coast of central Somalia carrying two skiffs. Motherships was in position 0241N 04835E at 0940Z on 09 Dec 11, on course 040 at 6kts. The mothership has two skiffs onboard, and ladders seen on the wheelhouse: one ladder on the starboard and three covered ladders on the port side. MOTHERSHIP WAS DISRUPTED ON 10 DEC BY NAVAL COUNTER PIRACY FORCES. |
| NSC 17/11 UPDATE | 07/12/2011 14:10 | 16.16 | 55.27 | Suspicious Activity | POSSIBLE MOTHER SHIP - UPDATED POSITION | UPDATE NSC 17/11 The NATO Shipping Centre has received information that the possible pirate mother ship reported in NSC 17/11 (06 DEC 11) has moved and was in position 16-10N 055-16E at 1410Z on 7 Dec. Masters are advised to proceed with extreme caution while transiting this area. Vessels are advised to implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx PREVIOUS REPORT NSC 17/11 (06 Dec 11): The NATO Shipping Centre has received information that possible pirate mother ship activity was noted at 1151Z on 06 December 2011 near position 15-27N 058-43E, approximately 272NM southeast of Salalah, Oman in the Arabian Sea.. This area will remain high risk for at least the next 24-48 hours and Masters transiting through or around this area are advised to take extreme caution. Vessels are advised to implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx |
| NSC 16/11 | 06/12/2011 07:05 | 20.47 | 64.78 | Suspicious Activity | POSSIBLE MOTHER SHIP | The NATO Shipping Centre has received information that possible pirate mother ship activity was noted at 0705Z on 06 December 2011 near position 20-28N 064-47E, approximately 640NM northeast of Salalah, Oman in the Arabian Sea. This area will remain high risk for at least the next 24-48 hours and Masters transiting through or around this area are advised to take extreme caution. Vessels are advised to implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx |
| ALERT 244 | 04/12/2011 12:10 | 20.65 | 60 | Attacked | WARNING WARNING WARNING | At 0915 UTC / 04 DEC 11 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 2039N 6000E, approximately 75 NM east of Masirah Island, Oman. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** *** Vessel is SAFE*** The Pirate action group is still in the area. Throughout the high risk area, vessels should implement self protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices 4. Please see http: \\www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx |
| Alert 243 / 2011 | 30/11/2011 14:05 | 12.3 | 44.05 | Attacked | Attacked | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : November 30, 2011 Alert type : Attempted Attack Location : [243] GULF OF ADEN 1218N 04403E Latitude : 12 18 N Longitude : 044 03 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 243 / 2011. At 1405 UTC / 30 NOV 11 / a merchant vessel is currently under attack by 2 skiffs 6-7 POB each in position 1218N 04403E. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. |
| NSC 15/11 | 30/11/2011 10:55 | 11.98 | 45.11 | Suspicious Activity | Suspicious Approach | At 1053Z 30 Nov 11, Merchant Vessel reported a suspicious approach in vicinity of 1159N 04507E, by 3 skiffs with 2/3 POB each skiff. Two skiffs approached from the stern closing to within 1nm and one from ahead closing to within 2nm. The skiffs did not attack and broke off and moved away from the vessel. The vessel is safe. |
| Alert 242 - WARNING WARNING WARNING | 29/11/2011 08:20 | 15.01 | 56.6 | Attacked | Alert 242 - WARNING WARNING WARNING | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : November 29, 2011 Alert type : Attempted Attack Location : [242] Arabian Sea- Indian Ocean 1502N 05639E Latitude : 15 02 N Longitude : 056 39 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 242 / 2011. At 0857 UTC / 29 NOV 11 / a merchant vessel is currently under attack by 1 skiff in position 15 02 N 056 39 E. AMPLIFYING INFORMATION: Pirates attempted to board the vessel, and as of 290902Z Pirates ceased attack. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. ***VESSEL IS SAFE *** *** PIRATE SKIFF IS STILL IN THE AREA*** Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices, please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 241 - Suspicious Activity | 27/11/2011 17:00 | -1.33 | 49.58 | Suspicious Activity | Alert 241 - Suspicious Activity | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : November 28, 2011 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : [241] SOMALIA BASIN 01 20 S 049 35 E Latitude : 01 20 S Longitude : 049 35 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 241/2011 At 1700 UTC / 27 NOV 11 / a Pirate Attack Group consisting of am other vessel and 4 skiffs was reported in position 01 20 S 049 35 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices , please see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx or www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| alert 240/11 | 26/11/2011 10:10 | -2.87 | 48.62 | Approached | Alert 240/11 | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : November 26, 2011 Alert type : Suspect Vessel Location : Latitude : 02 52 S Longitude : 048 37 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 240/2011 At 1010 UTC / 26 OCT / a Pirate Attack Group consisting of one whaler and one skiff was reported in position 02 52 S 048 37 E. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 14/11 Suspicious Approach | 26/11/2011 06:00 | 12.62 | 43.43 | Approached | NSC 14/11 Suspicious Approach | NSC has received reports of a single skiff approaching a vessel in the Bab al Mandeb, in position 12 37N 043 26E. it approached to 0.5nm before breaking off and is believed to be loitering in the area. The skiff is reportedly white with a red stripe, and is carrying 6 persons on board. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez, 78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices see http://www.shipping.nato.int/Pages/BMP.aspx Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| ALERT 239 | 21/11/2011 05:35 | -4.6 | 43.3 | Attacked | WARNING WARNING WARNING | AT 0536 UTC 21 NOV A MERCHANT VESSEL WAS ATTACKED BY 2 SKIFFS IN POSITION 0404S 04302E. THERE WERE 3 POB EACH SKIFF. WEAPONS WERE FIRED.
***THIS VESSEL MANAGED TO EVADE HIJACK***
*** THE VESSEL IS SAFE***
***THE PIRATE ACTION GROUP IS STILL IN THE AREA***
VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN NAVIGATING WITHIN 100 NAUTICAL MILES OF THE POSITION GIVEN IN THIS REPORT AND MAITAIN MAXIMUM CPA WITH ANY SHIP ACTING SUSPICIOUSLY |
| NSC 13/11 UPDATE | 19/11/2011 14:40 | 22.6 | 59.85 | Approached | NSC 13/11 UPDATE | CORRECT THE CATEGORY FROM PIRATED TO APPROACHED |
| NSC 13/11 | 19/11/2011 14:20 | 22.6 | 59.85 | Approached | WARNING WARNING WARNIG | VESSEL WAS APPROACHED BY A SKIFF WITH 3 PEOPLE ON BOARD, IN POSITION 2204N 05951E. SKIFF WAS TRAVELLING AT A SPEED OF 21 KTS. CREW SHELTERED IN THE CITADEL AND BMP4 MEASURES WERE IMPLEMENTED. THE SKIFF ABORTED THE APPROACH. VESSEL IS REPORTED SAFE.
VESSELS ARE ADVISED TO EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN TRANSITTING THIS AREA. |
| NSC 12/11 | 19/11/2011 06:00 | 12.48 | 43.53 | Approached | Suspicious Appraoch | A merchant vessel reported a suspicious approach by 2 skiffs in the area 1229N 04332E. Vessel is safe |
| ALERT 238 | 18/11/2011 04:50 | 12.55 | 43.55 | Attacked | WARNING WARNING WARNING | AT 0450Z 18 NOV, A PIRATE ATTACK GROUP CONSISTING OF 1 SKIFF WAS REPORTED IN POSITION 1233N 04333E. MORE THAN ONE MV REPORTS BEING ATTACKED.
*** THE VESSELS MANAGED TO EVADE HIJACK***
*** THE VESSELS ARE SAFE ****
VESSELS ARE URGED TO OPERATE AT A HEIGHTENED STATE OF READINESS, IMPLEMENT SELF PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES 4. |
| NSC 11/11 | 16/11/2011 07:40 | -11.733333 | 42.6666667 | Approached | Suspicious Approach | Vessel reported a suspicious approach in the Northern Mozambique Channel. 1144S 04240E. The vessel was approached by 3 skiffs. Vessel is safe. Masters are advised to exercise extreme vigilance while transitting this area. |
| Alert 237 | 15/11/2011 04:30 | 15.85 | 55.11 | Attacked | Alert 237 Attacked, vessel safe | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre.
Date of alert : November 15, 2011
Alert type : Attempted Attack
Location : [237] Arabian Sea- Indian Ocean 1551N 05507E
Latitude : 15 51 N
Longitude : 055 07 E
---WARNING WARNING WARNING---
Alert number 237 / 2011.
At 0427 UTC / 15 OCT 11 / a merchant vessel is currently under attack by 1 skiff in position 1551N 05507E.
Attacked vessel reported possible mothership location 1548N 05507E. Unconfirmed.
**** UPDATE ****
**** Vessel is safe ****
**** Nato Shipping Centre is monitoring the situation **** |
| Alert 236 | 11/11/2011 08:30 | -3.93 | 47.23 | Attacked | Attacked | Date of alert : November 11, 2011
Alert type : Pirate Attack
Location : [236] SOMALIA BASIN 03 56 S 047 14 E
Latitude : 03 56 S
Longitude : 047 14 E
---WARNING WARNING WARNING---
Alert number 236/ 2011.
At 0824 UTC / 11 NOV 2011 / a merchant vessel is currently under attack by 1 skiffs in position 03 56 S 047 14 E.
1 skiff with 6 POB. Fired upon vsl with RPG.
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| NSC 10/11 - POSSIBLE MOTHER SHIP | 07/11/2011 14:30 | 15.7 | 55.18 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 10/11 - POSSIBLE MOTHER SHIP | A possible mother ship was sighted on 7th NOV at 1429Z in position 1542N 05511E, approximately 95 nautical miles south east of Salalah, Oman.
This area is high risk for the next 24 - 48 hours and Masters transiting through or around this area are advised to take extreme caution. |
| Alert 235 / 2011 | 04/11/2011 10:00 | -6.2 | 51.2 | Pirated | Alert 235 / 2011 | *** UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE *** On 6 Nov the crew onboard this ship managed to regain control of the vessel. **************************************************** A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : November 4, 2011 Alert type : Please Choose Location : [235] INDIAN OCEAN 0610S 05110E Latitude : 0610S Longitude : 05110E Alert number 235 / 2011. *** WARNING WARNING WARNING*** *** This vessel has been hijacked*** At 1002 UTC / 04 NOV 11 / a fishing vessel has been hijacked in position 0610S 05110E While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, implement Self Protective (defensive) measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| NSC 9 / 11 - INDICATION OF MOTHERSHIP | 02/11/2011 06:10 | 16.93 | 56.82 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 9 / 11 - INDICATION OF MOTHERSHIP | ***NSC 9/11 REPLACES NSC 7/11***
*** UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE ***
The mother ship previously reported as no longer posing a threat and heading to the Somali coast; has been re-assessed as a THREAT.
It was last seen in position 1656N 05649E on 2 Nov at 0611Z. |
| NSC 8/11 - WARNING: APPROACH | 01/11/2011 09:35 | -1.35 | 52.35 | Approached | NSC 8/11 - WARNING: APPROACH | There has been a suspicious approach on a vessel in position 0121S 05221E at 0936Z on 1st Nov. The vessel was approached by two skiffs. On board security repelled the attack and the vessel evaded hi-jacking. VESSEL IS SAFE and continuing on its original journey.
Additioanlly the master saw a possible mother ship in position 0130S 05226E (yet to be confirmed).
Vessels transiting in or around this area should proceed with extreme caution. |
| NSC 7/11 - INDICATION OF MOTHERSHIP | 31/10/2011 21:00 | 16.93 | 56.82 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 7/11 - INDICATION OF MOTHERSHIP | ***UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE***
The mother ship previously reported as no longer posing a threat and heading to the Somali coast; has been re-assessed as a THREAT.
It was last seen in position 1656N 05649E on 2 Nov at 0611Z. |
| NSC 6/11 - WARNING: ATTACK | 31/10/2011 20:30 | -8.17 | 46.1 | Attacked | NSC 6/11 - WARNING: ATTACK | A Vessel came under fire from an unknown number of skiffs in position 0810S 04606E at 2028Z on 31/10/11. Vessel was fired upon aft of bridge bulkhead, port and starboard side accommodation and portholes. On board security team returned fire and after 30 mins pirates left the vicinity of the vessel.
VESSEL IS SAFE. Master is unable to give any further details as it was dark at the time of the incident.
Vessels transiting in or around this area should exercise extreme caution. |
| NSC 5/11 - WARNING: APPROACH | 31/10/2011 14:15 | -2.38 | 49.48 | Approached | NSC 5/11 - WARNING: APPROACH | A vessel was attacked by three white skiffs in position 0223S 04929E at 1415Z on 31/10/11. Vessel protection detachment was onboard aboard and managed to evade hijacking. VESSEL IS SAFE.
Vessels transiting through this area are to take extreme caution. |
| Alert 234/2011 | 31/10/2011 11:50 | 12 | 45.55 | Pirated | Alert 234/2011 | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : October 31, 2011 Alert type : Attempted Attack Location : [234] GULF OF ADEN 1200N 04533E Latitude : 12 00 N Longitude : 045 33 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- ***This vessel has been hijacked*** At 1152 UTC / 31 OCT 11 / a merchant vessel has been hijacked by 1 skiff in position 1200N 04533E The Pirate action group is still in the area. While navigating in the region vessels are urged to operate at a heightened state of readiness, maintaining strict 24 hour anti-piracy visual and radar watches, actively implement recommended anti-piracy measures and regularly report their position/course/speed to UKMTO. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 233/2011 | 30/10/2011 00:55 | -4.33 | 43.68 | Attacked | Alert 233/2011 | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : October 30, 2011 Alert type : Attempted Attack Location : [233] Somali Basin- Indian Ocean 0420S 04341E Latitude : 04 20 S Longitude : 043 41 E ---WARNING WARNING WARNING--- Alert number 233 / 2011. At 1254 UTC / 30 OCT 11 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 white skiff with 4 or 5 POB in position 0420S 04341E. ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** ***Vessel is SAFE*** ***The Pirate action group is still in the area.*** Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Experience has shown that to transit W of 60E significantly increases the risk of piracy, although attacks have and will occur E of this area. MSCHOA advises all vessels navigating in the Indian Ocean to consider keeping East of 60E when routing North/South and to consider routing East of 60E and South of 10S when proceeding to and from ports in South Africa, Tanzania and Kenya. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone+971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez,78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective Measures in accordance with Best Management Practices. Please see www.mschoa.org, or NATO Shipping Centre at www.shipping.nato.int Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert 232 / 2011 | 20/10/2011 14:40 | -1.2 | 58.32 | Attacked | Alert 232 / 2011 | A piracy alert has been raised by the Maritime Security Centre. Date of alert : October 20, 2011 Alert type : Pirate Attack Location : [232] SOMALIA BASIN 0112 S 05832 E Latitude : 01 12 S Longitude : 058 32 E Alert number 232 / 2011. At 1439 UTC / 20 OCT 11/ a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 2 skiffs in position 01 12 S 058 32 E. ***Vessel is SAFE.*** ***This vessel managed to evade hijack*** The Pirate action group is still in the area. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously. Experience has shown that to transit W of 60E significantly increases the risk of piracy, although attacks have and will occur E of this area. MSCHOA advises all vessels navigating in the Indian Ocean to consider keeping East of 60E when routing North/South and to consider routing East of 60E and South of 10S when proceeding to and from ports in South Africa, Tanzania and Kenya. Vessels should report to UKMTO Dubai (email: UKMTO@eim.ae or Telephone: +971 50 552 3215) on entering the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) bound by Suez, 78E and 10S. Thereafter vessels should report their position, course and speed daily. Throughout the UKMTO VRA vessels should implement Self Protective measures in accordance with Best Management Practices Version 4 dated August 2011, please see www.mschoa.org. Upon receiving the vessels initial report, UKMTO will reply giving specific threat guidance relevant at the time. Merchant vessels are requested to report any suspicious activity to UKMTO Dubai (+97 1505523215 - ukmto@eim.ae). |
| Alert number 231 / 2011 | 18/10/2011 04:50 | 13.783333 | 49.016667 | Attacked | Pirate Attack | At 0451UTC / 18 OCT 11 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff 10-12 POB fired on with RPG in position 1347N 04901E . Master reports pirates broke off attack and are 1 nm away. Vessel is SAFE
***This vessel managed to evade hijack***
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| Alert 230 / 2011 | 17/10/2011 21:15 | -6.45 | 40.133333 | Attacked | Pirate Attack | ***ALERT ALERT ALERT ***
At 2115 UTC / 17 OCT 11 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 0627 S 04008 E. Vessel is SAFE
***This vessel managed to evade hijack***
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| Alert 229 / 2011 | 16/10/2011 10:50 | -5.16 | 40.05 | Attacked | At 1050 UTC, a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 0501 S 04003 E | At 1050 UTC / 16 OCT 11 / a merchant vessel was reported under attack by 1 skiff in position 05 01 S 040 03 E. This vessel managed to evade hijack. The Pirate action group is still in the area |
| NSC4: Warning- Suspicious Activity | 14/10/2011 17:45 | 24.48 | 63.78 | Suspicious Activity | NSC4: Warning - Suspicious Activity | At 1743Z a merchant vessel was approached by 4 skiffs, at approximately 2nm. The skiffs ceased the approach at 1835Z
No weapons were seen.
This situation is in the northern Arabian Sea, near NSC 3: Suspicious Activity.
Masters are encouraged to exercise extreme caution when proceeding through this area. |
| NSC 3: WARNING - Suspicious Activity | 14/10/2011 15:40 | 21.7 | 64.02 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 3: Warning - Suspicious Activity | At 1542Z a merchant vessel was approached by 2-3 skiffs in position 2142N 06401E.
These skiffs closed the vessel and gotten within 0.5nm, and is following the vessel astern.
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| NSC 2 - WARNING: Suspicious Approach | 12/10/2011 07:30 | 13.05 | 48.86 | Suspicious Activity | NSC 2 - WARNING: SUSPICIOUS APPROACH | A merchant vessel was approached by a suspicious boat in position 1303N 04852E.
The small boat was drifting approx. 6nm from the IRTC, and later sped up to approach the merchant vessel and then followed the merchant vessel from its beam. The small boat did this for 15 mins before ceasing its approach.
Merchants are advised to be aware of any vessels drifting in this region. |
| UPDATE - Alert 227 / 2011 | 11/10/2011 14:45 | 12.65 | 61.95 | Miscellaneous | UPDATE - Alert 217 / 2011 | The attack against the merchant vessel (Alert 227) on 10 Oct 11 has resolved. The vessel is safe.
Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating in the area and maintain a maximum CPA with any boats acting suspiciously.
*** Vessel is safe*** |
| Alert number 228 / 2011 | 11/10/2011 09:25 | -11.87 | 42.57 | Attacked | Pirate Attack | At 0923 UTC / 11 OCT 11 / a merchant vessel has been under attack in position 11 26 S 042 34 E .
***This vessel managed to evade hijack***
The Pirate action group is still in the area.
Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating within 100 nautical miles of the position given in this report and maintain maximum CPA with any ship acting suspiciously.
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