Two actual incidents of armed robbery against ships (both CAT 3) in Asia were reported between 3rd – 9th October 2023.
Of the two incidents, one occurred on 30 Aug 23 to a tanker while anchored at Dumai Anchorage in Indonesia, and one occurred on 8 Oct 23 to a bulk carrier while underway in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS).
Cruise ships bound for Israel have been rerouted to Cyprus, officials have confirmed, to avoid the conflict that has been taking place since Saturday.
Generally, diversions to Cyprus are expected as conflict continues. As of the latest update regarding Israeli ports.
Due to the re-escalation Israeli ports are deemed to be at heightened risk. With continuous rocket barrages expected from Gaza, alongside the potential for a protracted conflict the damage to port infrastructure becomes increasingly probable.
The Panama Maritime Administration has issued a circular to provide guidance to Panama flag vessels following the Israel-Hamas Conflict that broke out on October 7th, 2023, urging all vessels to implement comprehensive security protocols and steer clear of the Mediterranean vicinity around the Gaza Strip.