Electronic Interference, Red Sea
Issued: 15 hours ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2025-05-09 14:00:00 CW Alert 012- (May 25) Indian Ocean Advisory TBC UKMTO/Master of Vessel
The UKMTO has received a number of corroborating reports from vessels experiencing GPS interference in the Red Sea, with disruptions lasting several hours, affecting navigation systems and requiring vessels to rely on backup methods (exact location not specified). Masters who experience disruption to electronic navigation systems (GPS / AIS / Other PNT) anywhere within the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA) are requested to contact UKMTO watchkeepers via [email protected] or 02392 222065.
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