The EU vessel ESPS Victoria successfully reached the Malta-flagged tanker Hellas Aphrodite, hijacked by pirates off Somalia. All 24 crew members were found safe, as confirmed by Diaplous Group. The ESPS Victoria will remain with the tanker until it can navigate independently, highlighting ongoing piracy concerns in the region.
On November 3, the Cayman Islands-flagged chemical tanker MV Stolt Sagaland was attacked by pirates 330 nautical miles east of Mogadishu. The assailants, aboard a small craft, were repelled by armed security personnel. The attack reflects a concerning resurgence of piracy in the region, prompting maritime authorities to issue warnings.
On May 29, a cargo ship off West Africa was attacked by seven armed pirates, resulting in the kidnapping of the injured second engineer. The incident occurred between Nigeria and São Tomé and Príncipe, highlighting a troubling resurgence in piracy in the region, despite an overall decline in maritime crimes.
Three Chinese citizens have disappeared in Ghanaian waters after suspected pirate attack on their fishing vessel Mengxin 1. The armed individuals took control of the ship, prompting concerns about maritime security in West Africa. The incident highlights the need for enhanced security measures and international collaboration to combat piracy and ensure maritime safety.
The families of 10 seafarers kidnapped by pirates from the Bitu River tanker in West Africa are pleading for their release. The crew’s fate remains uncertain after the vessel was hijacked, with shots fired during the incident. The families anxiously await updates, as there is no concrete information on the whereabouts of the kidnapped crew members.
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