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.

On the night of March 6, 2025, at 22:16 UTC, a crew member of the merchant vessel MV Ariadne fell overboard in the central Adriatic Sea, approximately 30 nautical miles off the Italian coast, at latitude 41°39'N and longitude 16°50'E. Current weather conditions in the area are favorable, aiding search and rescue operations. The Italian Coast Guard promptly initiated search operations, deploying naval units and helicopters to locate the missing mariner. All vessels transiting the area have been alerted and are requested to maintain vigilant watch, reporting any sightings to the National Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (IMRCC) in Rome. The Coast Guard commander emphasized the importance of collaboration among maritime units in emergencies like this, noting that swift intervention is crucial to increasing the chances of successful rescue operations. Search efforts will continue unabated until the missing mariner is found or until authorities deem it necessary to conclude ...

PAN-PAN Alert: Sailing Vessel SKYFALL Requests Assistance in South Atlantic

February 28, 2025 – A PAN-PAN distress message has been issued for the sailing vessel Skyfall (MMSI: 235099478), a 13-meter sailing yacht flying the United Kingdom flag. The vessel is experiencing critical rigging issues and is at risk of losing its mast. The crew has requested urgent assistance. Distress Details Message Received: February 25, 2025, at 05:57 UTC Vessel Name: Skyfall (Call Sign: 2GPT6) Position: 22° 22' 26.4" S, 001° 31' 42.0" W Crew Onboard: 2 persons Issue: Loose rigging, expected mast loss Assistance Required: Additional diesel jerry cans from nearby vessels Weather Conditions in the Area Wind: 15 knots, gusting to 19 knots from ESE Wave Height: 1.9 meters Sky Conditions: Mostly clear to partly cloudy Call for Assistance Any vessels in the vicinity are strongly encouraged to assist. Skyfall requires extra fuel to maintain power and stability as the crew deals with their rigging failure. Mariners able to provide aid should report to ...

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