Pirates Attack Cargo Ship in Somali Waters, IMB Warns Vessels

UPDATE May 24, 2024:

The initial report caused concern for the safety and security of the crew onboard. However, UKMTO has since released an update indicating that the boarders have departed the MV and all crew members are safe. The incident serves as a reminder to vessels transiting through high-risk areas to remain vigilant and maintain strict security measures.

Warning Issued After Unauthorized Boarding Off Coast of Mogadishu

May 23, 2024 An International Maritime Bureau (IMB) piracy message sent today warns vessels to stay clear of a position roughly 400 nautical miles southeast of Mogadishu, Somalia, following a reported attack on a merchant vessel.

According to the IMB, an unspecified number of unauthorized persons boarded the vessel from two small crafts. The exact details of the incident are unknown at this time.

The IMB urges all vessels in the vicinity to exercise extreme caution and maintain a safe distance from the reported attack location. Early detection and reporting are crucial to allow ships to take evasive actions and request assistance.

The IMB encourages the submission of photographs or videos as evidence of any incidents.

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Distress Alert: Sailing Vessel Kiliki Overdue and in Need of Assistance

UPDATE: The crew members were rescued.

Distress Call Issued for Missing Sailing Yacht "ILAN7" in Ionian Sea

Issued by Inmarsat: 2024-04-23 12:45:02 Z The Italian Coast Guard is seeking assistance from all vessels transiting in the Ionian Sea to locate the missing sailing yacht "ILAN7". Details of the missing yacht: Name: ILAN7 Flag: Great Britain (UK) MMSI: 232029740 Callsign: MIBL9 Description: White with a blue underline, 14 meters long with a maximum width of 4 meters. Last known position: Latitude 37° 52.9282 N, Longitude 18° 22.9029 E (communicated on April 21, 2024). Departed from: Malta on April 11, 2024. Destination: Preveza, Greece. Number of people on board: One. Weather conditions in the search area: Winds up to 28 knots with gusts up to 38 knots. Waves up to 3.5 meters. All vessels in the Ionian Sea are requested to: Maintain a sharp lookout for the yacht "ILAN7". Report any sightings or information to the Italian Coast Guard at the following numbers: IMRCC Rome: Phone: +39 06 5924145 or +39 06 59084409 Fax: +39 06 5922737 or +39 06 59084793 Inmarsat C: 424744

Sailing Yacht Sunbeam Overdue – Italian Coast Guard Issues Search and Rescue Alert

UPDATE 08 Sptempber 2024: The vessel was located in the port of Denia. Alarm no longer active. With the post on Facebook the captain lets us know that they are fine: Oisin Margey Hi, I am the captain of Sunbeam. We are fine and currently approaching the East Coast of Spain. So sorry we did not hear the vhf call and very grateful for the concern for our well being. It is very much appreciated. Please get in touch if you need more information. Take care and safe sailing.

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