Latest ONI Piracy Report

As Reported by ONI 
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A. Container ship reported attempted boarding 12 Apr 10, Lagos roads, Nigeria.
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B. General cargo ship (THOR TRAVELLER) fired upon 14 Apr 10, approximately 125NM
northwest of Bosasso, Somalia.
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C. Amphibious dock landing ship (USS ASHLAND) fired upon 10 Apr 10, approximately
240NM east of Aden, Yemen.
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D. Bulk carrier fired upon 21 Apr 10, approximately 665NM northeast of Port Victoria,
Seychelles.
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E. Bulk carrier (VOC DAISY) hijacked 21 Apr 10, approximately 280NM northeast of Socotra
Island.
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F. French warship (FS SOMME) fired upon 19 Apr 10, approximately 400NM southeast of
Mogadishu, Somalia.
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G. Tanker fired upon 18 Apr 10, approximately 865NM southeast of Socotra Island and
430NM west of Kochi, India.
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H. Fishing vessels (PRANTALAY 11) (PRANTALAY 12) (PRANTALAY 14) hijacked 18
Apr 10, approximately 230NM northwest of Minicoy Island, India.
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I. Tanker (SEMUA GEMBIRA) robbed 17 Apr 10, approximately 1NM south of Tanjung
Ayam, Malaysia.
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J. Tanker reported suspicious approach 17 Apr 10, approximately 55NM northwest of Lumut,
Malaysia.
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K. General cargo ship robbed 20 Apr 10, Tanjung Priok, Indonesia.
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L. Tug (PU 2007), towing barge (PU 3316) reportedly hijacked 19 Apr 10, approximately
57NM northeast of Kuantan, Malaysia.
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4. DETAILS: There is reported active violence against shipping, a credible threat to shipping,
or the potential to develop into a direct threat to the safety of shipping in the following areas:
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A. NORTH AMERICA: No current incidents to report.
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B. CENTRAL AMERICA-CARIBBEAN: No current incidents to report.
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C. SOUTH AMERICA:
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1. VENEZUELA: General cargo ship reported attempted boarding 8 Apr 10 at 1050 UTC
while anchored in position 10:38N – 071:35W, inner anchorage, Maracaibo port. Four robbers
in two boats attempted to board the vessel at anchor. The robbers aborted the attempt after the
ship’s alarm was sounded. Port authorities were informed (IMB).
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2. PERU: Chemical tanker boarded 9 Apr 10 at 1918 local time while in position 12:00S –
077:12W, Callao. A robber was seen climbing the anchor chain of the vessel. The alarm was
raised and the crew mustered. The crew used water to force the robber to jump back into the
water and escape. Authorities were informed and a patrol boat was dispatched (IMB).
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3. PERU: Container ship robbed 05 Apr 10 at 2000 LT while at anchor in Callao anchorage.
Four masked robbers armed with knives were seen on the forecastle of the ship. The general
alarm was raised and the crew mustered on the bridge and all access to the accommodation was
locked. Owner CSO contacted IMB PRC for assistance. IMB PRC contacted local authorities,
but the thieves escaped with stolen ships stores (IMB).
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4. PERU: Tanker robbed 28 Mar 10 at 0118 UTC while moored in position 12:15.5S –
076:55.8W, Conchan terminal. Three robbers boarded the vessel from a small wooden boat.
The alarm was raised and the crew proceeded to the forecastle to investigate. The robbers
jumped overboard and escaped with ship’s stores (IMB).
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D. ATLANTIC OCEAN AREA: No current incidents to report.
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E. NORTHERN EUROPE-BALTIC: No current incidents to report.
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F. MEDITERRANEAN-BLACK SEA: No current incidents to report.
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G. WEST AFRICA:
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1. CÔTE D’IVOIRE: Chemical tanker robbed 3 Apr 10 at 0145 local time while anchored
at Abidjan anchorage. Robbers boarded the vessel unnoticed by the crew. The duty officer
spotted them and informed the captain. Upon investigation it was discovered one robber armed
with long knives lowering ship’s stores into the sea. The robber jumped into the water and a
small boat was seen recovering the rope. The vessel weighed anchor and proceeded to open seas
(IMB).
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2. NIGERIA: Container ship reported attempted boarding 12 Apr 10 at 1215 UTC while
drifting in position 06:16.6N – 003:26.9E, Lagos roads. Three men armed with automatic rifles
in a fiberglass motor boat approached the vessel with intent to board. The duty officer raised the
alarm and conducted evasive maneuvers. The armed men aborted the attempt due to the
alertness of the crew. Port authority and ships in the vicinity were informed (IMB).
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3. NIGERIA: Chemical tanker robbed 25 Mar 10 at 2100 UTC while anchored in position
06:18.7N – 003:24.1E, Lagos anchorage. Eight robbers armed with knives boarded the vessel,
injuring two crew members who had to be taken ashore by a pilot vessel for treatment. Ship and
crew properties were stolen (IMB).
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4. CAMEROON: Vessel (GULL) boarded, crew members kidnapped 27 Mar 10 while
underway off the coast of Camerooon near the Bakassi peninsula. Armed robbers boarded the
vessel and kidnapped the captain and one other crew member once they found nothing worth
stealing. The crewmembers were eventually released a few days later (AP).
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5. REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO: Crane ship robbed 27 Mar 10 at 0055 UTC while
anchored at Pointe Noire anchorage. Two robbers boarded the vessel from the stern. After being
spotted by the crew, the robbers immediately escaped with ship’s stores (IMB).
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H. INDIAN OCEAN-EAST AFRICA:
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1. GULF OF ADEN: General cargo ship (THOR TRAVELLER) fired upon 14 Apr 10 at
2345 UTC while underway in position 12:42N – 047:23E, approximately 125NM northwest of
Bosasso, Somalia. Approximately seven men armed with RPGs and guns in a skiff chased and
opened fire on the vessel underway. The captain conducted evasive maneuvers and contacted
nearby warships for assistance, who later intercepted the skiff. The vessel sustained damages
from gunfire (IMB, CMF).
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2. GULF OF ADEN: Amphibious dock landing ship (USS ASHLAND) fired upon 10 Apr
10 while underway approximately 240NM east of Aden, Yemen. Suspected pirates opened fire
on the US warship, causing the ship to respond by returning fire, destroying the skiff. All six
suspects were rescued and detained onboard the ASHLAND. No damage to the ASHLAND was
reported (AP, Mercury chat).
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3. GULF OF ADEN: Chemical tanker reported suspicious approach 4 Apr 10 at 0545 UTC
while underway in position 13:58.8N – 051:25E, approximately 135NM southeast of Al
Mukalla, Yemen. Vessel reported being chased by three white skiffs and one mother ship. The
captain conducted evasive maneuvers and reported no further incidents (IMB).
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4. GULF OF ADEN: Vehicle carrier reported suspicious approach 06 Apr 10 at 0840 UTC
while underway in position 14:06.8N – 051:51.8E, approximately 160NM southeast of Al
Mukalla, Yemen. Armed men in skiffs began initial approaches to the vessel, but never got
within boarding range as the vessel master employed counter-piracy measures and the skiffs
aborted the chase (IMB).
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5. GULF OF ADEN: Tanker (TORM RAGNHILD) fired upon 3 Apr 10 at 0539 UTC while
underway in position 13:51.7N – 051:05.1E, approximately 120NM southeast of Al Mukalla,
Yemen. Men armed with RPGs and automatic weapons chased and opened fire on the vessel.
The vessel enforced counter-piracy measures, conducted evasive maneuvers, and sent out a
distress call. The IMB PRC relayed the request to authorities. A military aircraft arrived on
location and circled the tanker, forcing the attackers to abort the attempt (IMB, AFP).
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6. GULF OF ADEN: General cargo ship (ICEBERG I) hijacked 29 Mar 10 at 0930 local
time while underway in position 13:15N – 046:40E, approximately 10NM off the Yemeni coast.
Armed pirates boarded and hijacked the vessel, taking hostage the 24 crewmembers onboard
(IMB, Reuters).
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7. GULF OF ADEN: Tanker (VALLE DI CASTIGLIA) fired upon 28 Mar 10 at 1524 UTC
while underway in position 13:08N – 048:45E, approximately 80NM southwest of Al Mukalla,
Yemen. Four men in a skiff armed with machine guns chased and fired upon the vessel. The
alarm was raised, SSAS alert sent out and coalition forces were contacted. A warship advised it
would arrive at location within 40 minutes. The vessel increased speed, adopted evasive
maneuvers, and escaped the boarding attempt (IMB, Intermanager.org).
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8. GULF OF ADEN: Tanker (JO BETULA) fired upon 26 Mar 10 at 1510 UTC while
underway in position 13:15.4N – 049:11.4E, approximately 75NM south of Al Mukalla, Yemen.
Six armed men in a skiff opened fire and tried to board the vessel. The captain enforced counter-
piracy measures, contacted coalition forces, and increased speed. The armed men eventually
aborted the attempt (IMB, MSCHOA).
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9. GULF OF ADEN: Chemical tanker reported suspicious approach 26 Mar 10 at 1245
UTC while underway in position 12:32.2N – 044:45.1E, approximately 20NM southwest of
Aden, Yemen. Armed men in a skiff approached the vessel at a distance of 2NM. The vessel
increased speed to 16 knots as the skiff continued to approach. At a distance of less than a mile,
the master and onboard security noticed three men in the skiff and due to persistence of
approach, the security team fired warning shots. The skiff continued to approach the tanker and
the security team fired about 30 warning shots until the skiff abandoned the approach. Coalition
forces were informed and a helicopter arrived on scene to investigate incident (IMB).
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10. GULF OF ADEN: Vessel fired upon 24 Mar 10 at 0515 UTC while underway in
position 13:24N – 048:16E, approximately 80NM southwest of Al Mukalla, Yemen. Vessel
reported shots fired, and reportedly a security team was on board. No further information to
provide (Mercury chat).
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11. INDIAN OCEAN: Bulk carrier fired upon 21 Apr 10 at 1050 UTC while underway in
position 01:10.05N – 065:00.08E, approximately 665NM northeast of Port Victoria, Seychelles.
Four men in a blue skiff armed with RPGs and automatic weapons opened fire on the vessel for
approximately three minutes. The vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers,
forcing the attackers to abandon the attempt (IMB, Operator).
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12. INDIAN OCEAN: Bulk carrier (VOC DAISY) hijacked 21 Apr 10 at 0605 UTC while
underway in position 16:25N – 057:13E, approximately 280NM northeast of Socotra Island.
Suspected pirates in skiffs boarded and hijacked the vessel, taking 21 crewmembers hostage (AP,
IMB).
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13. INDIAN OCEAN: French warship (FS SOMME) fired upon 19 Apr 10 at 2101 UTC
while underway approximately 400NM southeast of Mogadishu, Somalia. Two skiffs opened
fire on the ship, causing the SOMME to return fire with warning shots. When the skiffs
attempted to flee, the SOMME pursued the skiffs and was able to capture one, detaining four
suspected pirates (Reuters, MSCHOA).
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14. INDIAN OCEAN: Tanker fired upon 18 Apr 10 at 0725 UTC while underway in
position 09:29N – 068:56E, approximately 865NM southeast of Socotra Island and 430NM west
of Kochi, India. Four men in a skiff armed with RPGs opened fire on the vessel. Counter-piracy
measures were enforced and an embarked security team fired warning shots at the skiff, forcing
them to abort the attack. No casualties to the crew or ship were reported (IMB, Operator).
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15. INDIAN OCEAN: Fishing vessels (PRANTALAY 11) (PRANTALAY 12)
(PRANTALAY 14) hijacked 18 Apr 10 at 0200 UTC while underway in position 09:29N –
069:18E, approximately 230NM northwest of Minicoy Island, India. Armed men in skiffs
opened fire on the three fishing vessels and ordered them to stop. They boarded and hijacked the
vessels to possibly use as motherships. The three Thai vessels have 77 total crewmembers
onboard (AP, IMB, Operator).
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16. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship reported suspicious approach 11 Apr 10 at 0930 UTC
while underway in position 02:26.9N – 059:59.8E, approximately 500NM northeast of Port
Victoria, Seychelles. Three speed boats were detected on radar at a distance of about 3NM.
Two skiffs with speeds of 20 knots commenced chasing the ship. The ship alarm was raised,
speed was increased, and evasive maneuvers were conducted. The skiffs closed to 1.6NM and
aborted the pursuit (IMB).
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17. INDIAN OCEAN: General cargo ship (RAK AFRIKANA) hijacked 11 Apr 10 at 0741
UTC while underway in position 04:45S – 051:00E, approximately 565NM southeast of
Kismayo, Somalia. Pirates boarded and hijacked the vessel and have sailed it to an undisclosed
location off Somalia (IMB, AP).
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18. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship (NADA) fired upon 9 Apr 10 at 1005 UTC while
underway in position 13:38N – 056:08E, approximately 115NM northeast of Socotra Island.
Armed men in skiffs chased and fired upon the vessel using machine guns and RPGs. The vessel
increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers (IMB, LM: Xinhua).
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19. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship fired upon 8 Apr 10 at 0622 UTC while underway in
position 13:43N – 056:41E, approximately 150NM northeast of Socotra Island. Armed men in
skiffs chased and opened fire on the vessel. The vessel increased speed, conducted evasive
maneuvers and avoided the attack (IMB).
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20. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship fired upon 8 Apr 10 at 0622 UTC while underway in
position 13:34.5N – 057:26.7E, approximately 185NM northeast of Socotra Island. The captain
initially reported a suspicious approach by one skiff with three persons onboard at 0430. The
skiff continued to pursue and then opened fire on the vessel at 0622. Vessel increased speed to
22 knots and activated fire hoses before the skiff finally abandoned the attack (Mercury chat,
IMB).
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21. INDIAN OCEAN: Bulk carrier (YASIN C) hijacked 7 Apr 10 at 1243 UTC while
underway in position 04:59S – 043:52E, approximately 260NM east of Mombasa, Kenya.
Pirates boarded and hijacked the vessel with its 25 crewmembers and have sailed it to an
undisclosed location (IMB, MSCHOA).
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22. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship (HAMBURG BRIDGE) fired upon 5 Apr 10 at 1205
UTC while underway in position 13:38.2N – 055:38.2E, approximately 90NM northeast of
Socotra Island. Armed men in skiffs chased and fired upon the vessel, using automatic weapons
and RPGs. The vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers to escape (IMB,
MSCHOA).
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23. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship (TAIPAN) boarded 5 Apr 10 at 0749 UTC while
underway in position 12:23N – 060:21E, approximately 340NM east of Socotra Island. Armed
men in two skiffs boarded the vessel underway. The crew locked themselves in a bulletproof
safe room and contacted authorities for assistance. The Dutch frigate TROMP arrived on scene
and dispatched a helicopter to board the vessel. The marines rescued the crew and detained the
attackers. No one was injured (IMB, AP).
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24. INDIAN OCEAN: Chemical tanker (RISING SUN) reported attempted boarding 5 Apr
10 at 0313 UTC while underway in position 18:21N – 059:01E, approximately 110NM south of
Masirah Island, Oman. The master reported being chased by three skiffs. A distress message
was sent requesting help. Two skiffs came close to the tanker and the men placed a ladder on the
vessel’s side to board. Due to evasive maneuvers conducted by the crew, the men failed to board
the vessel. A warship arrived in the vicinity to provide assistance. No injury to the crew was
reported but the vessel sustained RPG damage (IMB, LM: Virginian-Pilot).
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25. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship fired upon 4 Apr 10 at 1340 UTC while underway in
position 09:24.3S – 044:30.2E, approximately 340NM southeast of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Men in a skiff armed with RPGs and automatic weapons chased and fired upon the vessel. The
vessel increased speed and conducted evasive maneuvers to evade the attack (IMB).
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26. INDIAN OCEAN: Tanker (SAMHO DREAM) hijacked 4 Apr 10 at 0740 UTC while
underway in position 08:21N – 065:00E, approximately 900NM east of Eyl, Somalia. Pirates in
skiffs boarded and hijacked the vessel. The vessel and 24 crewmembers have been taken to an
undisclosed location off Somalia (IMB, AP).
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27. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship (WESTERMOOR) fired upon 2 Apr 10 at 1100 UTC
while underway in position 11:06S – 046:07E, approximately 160NM northeast of Comoros.
Two skiffs with armed men onboard chased and opened fire with RPGs and automatic weapons.
Vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and successfully escaped (IMB, EUNAVFOR).
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28. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship (ITAL GARLAND) fired upon 2 Apr 10 at 0834
UTC while underway in position 12:50.6N – 058:10E, approximately 210NM east of Socotra
Island. Two wooden boats with seven armed men onboard chased and opened fire on the vessel.
The master increased speed to maximum and carried out evasive maneuvers. After 30 minutes
of pursuit, the two boats aborted the attack and moved away (IMB, EUNAVFOR).
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29. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship reported suspicious approach 31 Mar 10 at 1830 UTC
while underway in position 14:25N – 064:40E, approximately 600NM northeast of Socotra
Island. The vessel reported two skiffs approaching the vessel. The captain raised the alarm and
conducted evasive maneuvers before the suspicious skiffs moved away (Operator, IMB).
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30. INDIAN OCEAN: Frigate (USS NICHOLAS) fired upon 31 Mar 10 approximately
150NM northwest of Port Victoria, Seychelles. Three skiffs fired upon the warship. The
NICHOLAS returned fire, sinking one skiff and detaining three pirates (Reuters).
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31. INDIAN OCEAN: Vessel (DELMAS NACALA) fired upon 31 Mar 10 at 1713 UTC
while underway in position 01:28N – 065:09E, approximately 680NM northeast of Port Victoria,
Seychelles. The vessel reported being chased and fired upon by two small fast boats while
traveling at a speed of 18 knots. Vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and managed to prevent
further pursuit (IMB, MSCHOA, Mercury chat).
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32. INDIAN OCEAN: Fishing vessel fired upon 31 Mar 10 at 1700 UTC while underway in
position 10:32N – 058:00E, approximately 235NM southeast of Socotra Island. Vessel reported
being fired upon while transiting at a speed of 10 knots. One crewmember was reportedly shot
in the leg during the attack (IMB).
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33. INDIAN OCEAN: Tanker (DL COSMOS) fired upon 31 Mar 10 at 1320 UTC while
underway in position 05:24S – 040:05E, approximately 60NM southeast of Mombasa, Kenya.
Captain reported being fired upon by two skiffs from the stern. Vessel was moving at
approximately 14 knots when the attack occurred. The captain increased speed and was able to
separate from the skiffs. No casualties were reported (Mercury Chat, Tradewinds).
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34. INDIAN OCEAN: General cargo ship (CHOL SAN BONG CHONG NYON HO) fired
upon 31 Mar 10 at 0610 UTC while underway in position 02:15S – 041:31E, approximately
150NM northeast of Mombasa, Kenya. Armed men opened fire on the vessel with automatic
weapons and RPGs, resulting in severe injuries for nine crewmembers. Kenyan Coast Guard
responded to the distress call to provide assistance (IMB, MSCHOA).
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35. INDIAN OCEAN: Tanker (EVITA) fired upon 31 Mar 10 at 0513 UTC while underway
in position 02:03N – 052:27E, approximately 425NM east of Mogadishu, Somalia. Vessel
reported coming under fire by two skiffs. Vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and evaded the
attack. No injuries were reported (UKMTO, MSCHOA).
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36. INDIAN OCEAN: Fishing vessel reportedly hijacked 30 Mar 10 while underway in last
reported position 10:08N – 056:06E, approximately 165NM southeast of Socotra Island. Owners
reported losing contact with the vessel on 30 March after no longer receiving daily updates from
the captain. Vessel is assessed as hijacked and possibly being used as a mothership to conduct
pirate attacks. No further information to provide at this time (IMB, Mercury chat).
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37. INDIAN OCEAN: Tanker (SAVEH) fired upon 28 Mar 10 at 0815 UTC while
underway in position 01:01.1S – 057:14.4E, approximately 245NM northeast of Port Victoria,
Seychelles. Two skiffs with 2-3 armed men in each, chased and fired upon the vessel with
machine guns and RPGs. The armed men continued the attack for over two hours before
eventually moving away. No injuries to the crew but the vessel sustained minor damage (IMB,
EUNAVFOR).
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38. INDIAN OCEAN: Container ship fired upon 25 Mar 10 at 0804 UTC while underway
in position 03:49S – 046:10E, approximately 300NM southeast of Kismayo, Somalia. Vessel
reported coming under fire from two skiffs with 4-5 persons onboard. Vessel increased speed
and the two skiffs aborted the attack (UKMTO).
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39. INDIAN OCEAN: Cargo ship reported suspicious approach 24 Mar 10 at 1649 UTC
while underway in position 14:09N – 052:27E, approximately 105NM northwest of Socotra
Island. Vessel reported being approached by two skiffs and a mothership. Master increased
speed and the skiffs broke off pursuit (UKMTO).
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40. INDIAN OCEAN: Cargo ship (TALCA) hijacked 23 Mar 10 at 1258 UTC while
underway in position 17:28N – 056:42.7E, approximately 325NM northeast of Socotra Island.
Pirates in two speed boats boarded and hijacked the vessel with 25 crewmembers while
underway. The vessel is currently sailing to an undisclosed location off the Somali coast (IMB,
Operator, LM: Xinhua).
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41. INDIAN OCEAN: Cargo ship (ALMEZAAN) fired upon 23 Mar 10 at 0808 UTC while
underway in position 03:45N – 048:07E, approximately 30NM from the coast of Somalia and
200NM northeast of Mogadishu. Owner reported the vessel came under attack by three skiffs
while underway. A security team onboard returned fire, killing one pirate. Six suspected pirates
were captured and detained by the Spanish navy (UKMTO, AP, BBC).
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42. INDIAN OCEAN: Bulk carrier (FRIGIA) hijacked 23 Mar 10 at 0137 UTC while
underway in position 11:41.5N – 066:05.3E, approximately 680NM east of Socotra Island.
Pirates boarded and hijacked the vessel with 21 crewmembers and are sailing it to an unknown
destination off the Somali coast (IMB, Operator, LM: Xinhua).
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43. INDIAN OCEAN: Tanker fired upon 22 Mar 10 at 1200 UTC while underway in
position 14:56.4N – 055:01.6E, approximately 140NM northeast of Socotra Island. Six armed
men in a speedboat chased and fired upon the vessel while attempting to board from the port
quarter. The master raised the alarm, fired rocket flares, increased speed and conducted evasive
maneuvers. The attack was aborted after approximately 20 minutes. No injuries to the crew
were reported while the tanker sustained minor damages (IMB).
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44. BANGLADESH: Container ship robbed 7 Apr 10 at 0400 local time while berthed in
position 22:14.3N – 091:49.6E, Chittagong port. Shore watchman onboard spotted three robbers
armed with long knives on the poop deck. The robbers stole ship’s stores and jumped overboard
and escaped. Attempts to contact authorities were unsuccessful (IMB).
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I. RED SEA: No current incidents to report.
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J. PERSIAN GULF: No current incidents to report.
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K. SOUTHEAST ASIA:
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1. MALAYSIA: Tanker (SEMUA GEMBIRA) robbed 17 Apr 10 at 0600 local time while
anchored in position 01:18.42N – 104:12.7E, approximately 1NM south of Tanjung Ayam. Six
robbers armed with swords and parangs boarded the vessel via the poop deck. They tied up the
greaser in the engine room and stole ship’s engine parts. The watch officer spotted them and
raised the alarm to muster the crew, but the robbers managed to escape (ReCAAP, IMB).
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2. STRAIT OF MALACCA: Tanker reported suspicious approach 17 Apr 10 at 1055 local
time while underway in position 04:02.3N – 099:45E, approximately 55NM northwest of Lumut,
Malaysia. One fishing boat with a few persons onboard approached the tanker while drifting.
The master suspected persons intended to board the vessel and sounded the alarm. The vessel
conducted counter-piracy measures and activated fire hoses. The boat stayed close to the vessel
for sometime before eventually moving away (IMB).
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3. INDONESIA: General cargo ship robbed 20 Apr 10 at 0345 local time while anchored at
Tanjung Priok. Four robbers armed with long knives boarded the vessel. The duty watch
noticed one robber coming out from the port side entrance and immediately informed the officer
on watch who raised the alarm. The robbers escaped with stolen ship’s equipment (IMB).
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4. INDONESIA: General cargo ship reported attempted boarding 10 Apr 10 at 2236 local
time while anchored at Pemancingan anchorage. A robber attempted to climb up the anchor
chain. The crew spotted him and informed the bridge. The alarm was raised and ship’s whistle
was sounded. The robber jumped into the water and escaped (IMB).
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5. INDONESIA: Tanker robbed 10 Apr 10 at 0515 local time while anchored in position
01:28.6S – 116:48.9E, Lawi anchorage, Balikpapan. Robbers boarded the vessel by breaking
open the hawse pipe cover. They entered the forecastle and stole ship’s equipment by breaking
the lock on the booby hatch (IMB).
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6. INDONESIA: Chemical tanker reported attempted boarding 30 Mar 10 at 0030 local time
while berthed in Dumai port. Seven robbers using a rope, attempted to climb aboard the vessel.
The duty watch spotted them and informed the duty officer. Upon being spotted, the robbers
retreated back into their boat and escaped (IMB).
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7. SOUTH CHINA SEA: Tug (PU 2007), towing barge (PU 3316) reportedly hijacked 19
Apr 10 at 2328 local time while underway in position 04:25.51N – 104:18.92E, approximately
57NM northeast of Kuantan, Malaysia. The tug activated its SSAS while underway at the above
position and subsequently every 30 minutes after that. Suspected that it had been hijacked, the
owners reported the incident. It is assessed that the tug and barge had deviated from its planned
course and heading easterly. The last assessed position of the tug is approximately 91NM east
northeast of Kuantan, heading easterly at almost 4 knots towards the Philippines. On 20 Apr 10
at 1525 local time, the barge was spotted at position 04:29.9N – 104:56.8E, approximately
105NM east northeast of Kuantan (ReCAAP).
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8. SOUTH CHINA SEA: Bulk carrier (STAR YPSILON) robbed 9 Apr 10 at 0200 local
time while underway in position 03:19.1N – 105:28.9E, approximately 20NM northwest of
Pulau Jemaja, Indonesia. Seven men armed with guns and long knives boarded the vessel and
stole the ship’s cash box and two mobile phones. The alarm was raised and authorities were
informed. No crewmembers were injured. ReCAAP ISC Comment: The STAR YPSILON
and THERESA LIBRA incidents were likely involving the same group of men as the modus
operandi was similar. Both incidents occurred during hours of darkness while the ships were
underway, mostly along the north-easterly recommended route in the South China Sea
(ReCAAP).
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9. SOUTH CHINA SEA: Chemical tanker (THERESA LIBRA) robbed 7 Apr 10 at 2300
local time while underway in position 02:44.2N – 105:16.3E, approximately 6NM west of Pulau
Damar, Indonesia. While underway at approximately 12 knots, eight men armed with knives
boarded the vessel from a boat. They took the engineer hostage and entered the accommodation
area. Upon reaching the bridge, they threatened the crew with knives and took the captain
hostage. They proceeded to raid the cabin of the captain and officers, taking cash and valuables.
After approximately 20 minutes, the robbers escaped in their boat, which was alongside the poop
deck. The men were casually dressed, spoke English with a local accent and were aggressive
throughout the incident. No crewmembers were injured (ReCAAP).
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10. SOUTH CHINA SEA: Fishing vessels fired upon 23 Mar 10 at 0901 UTC while
underway in position 05:16N – 106:30E, approximately 205NM northeast of Tanjong Berhala,
Malaysia. Armed robbers in a 15-meter long boat chased and fired upon two fishing vessels.
The vessels increased speed and managed to evade the boat. No injuries to the crew were
reported (IMB).
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11. VIETNAM: Chemical tanker robbed 3 Apr 10 at 0230 local time while berthed in
position 10:38N – 106:46E, Hiep Phouc. Three robbers armed with knives boarded the vessel
and took the 2nd officer as hostage. They stole ship’s properties then escaped. The hostage
crewmember was injured and sent to shore for medical treatment (IMB).
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12. PHILIPPINES: Chemical tanker reported suspicious approach 4 Apr 10 at 0215 UTC
while underway in position 04:10.3N – 120:41.3E, south of Tawi Tawi, Celebes Sea. Vessel
reported being chased by skiffs for 30 minutes. Evasive maneuvers were conducted and the
vessel continued its transit (IMB).
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L. NORTH ASIA: No current incidents to report.
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M. PACIFIC-ANTARCTIC OCEAN: No current incidents to report.
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N. ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECONOMIC NON-STATE ACTIVIST GROUPS: No current
incidents to report.