Unmanned Cargo Vessel Found Anchored Unlit in the Red Sea

February 20, 2024 - An unlit unmanned cargo vessel has been reported anchored in position 12°53.00'N 043°09.00'E in the Red Sea.

NAVAREA IX 077/24, issued on February 20, 2024, by the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO), warns mariners of the vessel's presence and advises them to exercise caution in the area.

Details of the Unmanned Cargo Vessel:

Type: Unmanned cargo vessel
Location: 12°53.00'N 043°09.00'E
Status: Anchored, unlit
Warning: Mariners are advised to exercise caution in the area.

Recommendations:

Mariners are advised to exercise caution when transiting the Red Sea.
Vessels should maintain a sharp lookout and be prepared to take evasive action if necessary.
It is important to stay up-to-date on the latest security advisories and warnings for the region.

Note:

The situation in the Red Sea remains volatile, and mariners are advised to exercise extreme caution when transiting the area. UPDATE:

February 18, 2024: Between 9:30 p.m. and 10:40 p.m., the M/V Rubymar, a Belize-flagged, UK-owned bulk carrier, was attacked by Iran-backed Houthi terrorists while anchored in the Red Sea. The unprovoked attack caused significant damage to the ship, resulting in an oil spill stretching 18 miles. The M/V Rubymar was transporting over 41,000 tons of fertilizer at the time, raising concerns of environmental disaster if the cargo spills.

Image by U.S. Central Command

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