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During 2023 and 2024 we have witnessed several attacks on shipping by Somali pirates. After a windy summer, the monsoon season is now coming to an end which increases the risk of renewed attacks by Somali pirates on merchant ships.
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Updated security guidance applicable to navigating in the Southern Red Sea and Gulf of Aden issued by BIMCO, ICS, CLIA, IMCA, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO and OCIMF
After the killing of General Qassem Soleimani by a US drone in early January 2020, and the following retaliation by Iran, BIMCO is publishing its view of the escalated tension in the Persian Gulf, as well as advice regarding the new sanctions clauses, and encourages owners, operators and charterers ... Please follow the link to continue reading.
The maritime industry has joined together to express concern for the seafarers who have been held hostage, and call on the Houthis to release the crew of the Galaxy Leader.
Industry associations, including BIMCO, express deep concern over the tragic loss of life and injuries in an attack MV True Confidence in the Red Sea on 6 March 2024
The NATO Shipping Centre maintains a 24/7/365 oversight of security developments in the Euro-Atlantic area, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Black Sea. Shipowners are reminded of the Voluntary Reporting Scheme for the Mediterranean Sea.
BIMCO launches security network for members
