Suspicious approach on a Bulk Carrier, Gulf of Aden
Issued: 2 months ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2026-05-02 06:55:00 CW Alert 002- (May 26) Indian Ocean Suspicious activity Unknown UKMTO
UKMTO have reported that a bulk carrier was approached by a green hulled skiff 84 NM Southwest of Al Mukalla, Yemen (exact location not specified). The skiff approached to within 500 metres and was accompanied by a white fishing vessel.
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