Safety & Security and the use of Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASP) in Arabian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman
Overview
Recent attacks against shipping off Fujairah and in the Gulf of Oman have caused great concern. This guidance is issued to offer risk mitigation considerations, available resources, clarity on the use of PCASP and awareness of navigation safety. The guidance replaces the security advisory which was sent out on 13 June 2019.
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04 July 2019
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