Pakistan Navy to Conduct Live-Fire Exercises in Arabian Sea

Maritime advisory issued for multiple zones off Pakistani coast

CHARABAN, Pakistan - March 28, 2024 - The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Organisation (UKMTO) has issued a notice regarding upcoming live-fire exercises planned by the Pakistan Navy in the Arabian Sea.

Exercise Details:

Dates: Five separate periods - April 1-5, April 8-12, April 15-19, April 22-26, and April 29-30, 2024
Time: Daily between 0400 UTC and 0700 UTC (09:00 - 12:00 local time)
Location: Four designated areas within the Arabian Sea, identified as A, B, C, and D. Specific coordinates for each area are:

24-24.30N 066-42.00E

24-19.00N 066-58.00E

24-00.00N 066-39.00E

24-11.00N 066-27.00E

24-36.02N 062-30.03E

24-36.02N 063-15.03E

24-21.02N 063-15.03E

24-21.02N 062-30.03E

24-36.02N 061-45.03E

24-36.02N 062-30.03E

24-21.02N 062-30.03E

24-21.02N 061-45.03E

D. DEPTH CHARGE FIRING AREA

24-22.00N 066-27.00E

24-16.30N 066-33.00E

24-10.30N 066-27.00E

24-16.18N 066-20.50E

Activity: Naval ships will conduct live firing practice. Area D is designated specifically for depth charge firing.

Source: NAVAREA IX WARNINGS – National Hydrographic Office Pakistan (paknavy.gov.pk)

Important Information for Mariners:

Mariners are advised to exercise extreme caution and avoid entering the designated areas during the published exercise times.
The UKMTO notice recommends staying informed of the latest updates and advisories.
For emergencies, contact UKMTO

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