Suspicious approach on a bulk carrier, Gulf of Aden
Issued: 11 months, 3 weeks ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2024-10-23 02:50:00 CW Alert 014- (Oct 24) Indian Ocean Suspicious activity TBC UKMTO
It has been reported that a Chinese flagged bulk carrier was approached by 5 small craft whilst underway approximately 48 nm South of Aden (exact location not specified). One of the craft approached within 3 cables of the merchant vessel at which point the armed security team fired warning shots; after which the small craft left the vicinity. Master reports that vessel and crew are safe.
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