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:

A.

24-24.30N 066-42.00E

24-19.00N 066-58.00E

24-00.00N 066-39.00E

24-11.00N 066-27.00E

B.

24-36.02N 062-30.03E

24-36.02N 063-15.03E

24-21.02N 063-15.03E

24-21.02N 062-30.03E

C.

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