Crew of tanker abducted in Gulf of Guinea

The 13,000 dwt Hana I tanker, registered with Tuvalu, was boarded around 45 nautical miles south of the island of Bioko. The security firm Dryad Global reported the incident, noting that details are limited. Dryad Global CEO Corey Ranslem stated that the area where the boarding occurred is a medium risk area, but there have been no incidents there for a year. However, he also expressed expectation of a ransom demand in the near future.

The vessel is owned by a Singapore-headquartered agribusiness group, which also operates a fleet of dry and liquid bulk ships. This incident adds to the ongoing issue of piracy in the region, as pirates continue to target commercial vessels for ransom and other illegal activities. The boarding of the Hana I tanker highlights the ongoing security risks faced by ships and their crews in certain maritime areas, despite efforts to mitigate these dangers. The situation also serves as a reminder of the need for continued vigilance and security measures to protect vessels and their personnel from piracy and other maritime threats.

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