As the maritime world becomes more complex, so do the security threats and the following articles is to provide regular security updates from the maritime security hotspots around the world.
A weekly report dated 21 February 2024, covering the period of 15 to 21 February 2024, where the following incidents were reported:
- 1 maritime security incident in West Africa in the last 7 days
- 8 maritime security incidents in the Indian Ocean/Middle East in the last 7 days.
The information provided by the weekly report is for guidance only, in particular noting that security situations can change at short notice. Therefore, it is important that Shipowners continue to monitor the current situation closely and always contact their local agent/representative for the latest update prior to arriving in the area. Obtaining advice from the flag state is also recommended.