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Global Maritime Incidents and Piracy Decline in 2024, But Vigilance Advised Blueman Exim News | Singapore | Jan. 16, 2025.   The ICC ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reported a slight decline in global maritime incidents in 2024, with 116 recorded cases compared to 120 in 2023. However, the organisation cautions against complacency as crew safety remains at risk. Among the incidents, 94 vessels were boarded, 13 faced attempted attacks, six were hijacked, and three were fired upon.  Significant regions of concern include the Gulf of Guinea, where all 12 reported crew kidnappings occurred, and the Singapore Straits, with 43 incidents in 2024, marking a rise from 37 in 2023. Weapons usage, particularly guns and knives, also showed an alarming increase. Despite the overall decline, the IMB urges continued vigilance and adherence to safety practices to ensure maritime security globally.  🌊 What measures do you think can further enhance maritime safety in high-risk regions? Share your views!  #MaritimeSafety #PiracyReports #CrewSafety #GlobalTrade #exportImport #bluemaneximnews #eximnews #Bluemanexime #FollowUs  

🌊Crime Wave in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore 🌏 The Straits of Malacca and Singapore, a critical maritime chokepoint, is witnessing a concerning surge in piracy and armed robberies. ReCAAP reports a continuation of 2024's troubling trend, where 62 vessels were boarded while underway in the region. 📊 Key Insights: 2024 Snapshot: A 6% increase in incidents across Asia (107 in total), the highest in 5 years. 2025 Update: 7 incidents reported already, mostly targeting bulk carriers west of Pulau Cula, Indonesia. Weapons Involved: Pirates are increasingly armed, with reports of guns, knives, and steel bars used to threaten crews. Timing: 84% of incidents occur at night, with the riskiest time between 0200-0300. While local authorities are being urged to ramp up patrols and enforcement, crews must prioritize vigilance and preparedness to navigate this heightened risk. What’s especially striking is the regional contrast: while incidents in Asia rise, the Gulf of Guinea and Somali piracy hotspots have seen stabilization, despite geopolitical instability in the Red Sea. This trend underscores the evolving dynamics of maritime security, with global hotspots shifting and new challenges emerging. Collaborative action between ship operators, local authorities, and international bodies is essential to safeguard these critical waters. Let’s discuss: How can the maritime industry enhance security and minimize risks in piracy-prone regions? 🌍⚓ #MaritimeSecurity #Piracy

In recent maritime security incidents, vessels in Asian waters have faced boarding attempts by perpetrators. From stolen ship properties to armed robberies, these events highlight the importance of crew vigilance and prompt action. The incidents in Luanda Anchorage, Batam Anchorage, and the Singapore area underscore the need for heightened security measures and immediate reporting to relevant authorities. Stay alert and ensure proper security protocols are in place to safeguard crew, vessels, and cargo. #MaritimeSecurity #SafetyAtSea #Vigilance The simple installation of Guardian Barriers would have prevented these boardings

Piracy Warning for Asia with Crews Being Tied Up and Stores Stolen Monitoring agencies, including ReCAAP, are warning about increased piracy activities, especially in the Singapore and Malacca Straits, and near Chattogram Anchorage and Kutubdia island in Bangladesh. Since January 2024, there have been 18 reports of piracy near Singapore, including recent incidents where crewmembers were tied up and engine spares were stolen from vessels like the Santa Regina. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gn8yG75N #seapiracy #robbery #Asia

Greek shipping community is targeted by Houthis Yemen-based Houthis’ attacks against global merchant fleet are a serious threat for the freedom of navigation and pose a significant challenge for the security of supply chains. Iran-backed Houthis are targeting commercial vessels since last year, forcing shipping companies to avoid the transit through the Red Sea and Suez canal. According to data from the maritime security provider Ambrey, Greek-owned vessels are a primary target for the Yemeni militants. From the 219 attacks against commercial vessels commited by Houthis, 49 were on Greek-owned vessels. Greek-controlled vessels were involved in 26% of attacks’ incidents in terms of dwt. Besides Greek-owned vessels, Swiss, Danish and UK-owned vessels were primarily targeted as well by the Houthis. (photo; APE-MPE)

ReCAAP (Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia) has reported 86 incidents and 10 attempts already in 2024, compared to 100 for all of 2023. Most involve thefts of equipment, but recent reports show an alarming increase in violence. This week, a tanker transiting eastbound through the Phillip Channel was boarded by two armed robbers. Tragically, a crewmember was repeatedly stabbed during the encounter and had to be rushed ashore for medical treatment. Such violent incidents are rare, as perpetrators typically flee when spotted, making this a deeply concerning escalation. Other recent incidents include three vessels boarded last week in the Singapore and Malacca Straits. In these cases, perpetrators armed with knives stole equipment, and in one instance, a crewmember was tied up. With over 55 of this year’s incidents occurring in the Singapore Strait alone, vigilance along with increased and strengthened patrols is being called for to protect seafarers from this increasingly worrying trend. https://lnkd.in/gHJvTK4D

Piracy and armed robbery of ships in Asian waters decreased by 22% in January-April 2024, primarily due to increased vigilance by law-enforcement agencies in countries with sea borders. In the first four months of 2024, 31 incidents occurred, with 14 occurring in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore, eight in Indonesia, six in Bangladesh, two in India, and one in the Philippines. Bangladesh emerged as another robbery hotspot in Asia, with six incidents in Chittagong port adjacent areas. The ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre released the first quarterly report on piracy and armed robbery against ships in Asia, revealing 26 incidents in Asia, a 45% decrease from 20 incidents in January-March 2023. The annual Anti-Piracy and Sea Robbery Conference 2024 focused on addressing growing risks to global shipping and geopolitical tensions impacting commercial shipping and supply chains. CFBR

🚨The first half of the year reveals a dramatic shift in piracy. Although the total number of reported piracy incidents has decreased from 65 to 60 compared to last year, the level of pirate violence has significantly escalated, necessitating heightened caution and vigilance from seafarers. The 60 incidents include 46 vessel boardings, eight attempted attacks, four hijackings, and two shootings. In the first half of the year, 85 crew members were taken hostage (compared to 36 in the same period last year), 11 were kidnapped and two were threatened. Firearms and knives were used in 34 of the 60 incidents, a worrying increase compared to the same period last year. 🚨 The threat from Somali pirates remains at the forefront. Recent incidents show that Somali pirates are still capable of attacking ships up to 1,000 NM off the Somali coast. 🚨 The Gulf of Guinea also demands extreme caution, as the region is responsible for the kidnapping of 11 crew members and the taking hostage of 21 crew members. 🚨 Furthermore, there has been a rise in predominantly opportunistic crimes in the waters of Bangladesh and the Singapore Straits. #MaritimeSecurity #GulfofAden #GulfofGuinea #ArabianSea #SingaporeStraits #PirateAlert #Piracy #Shipping #Risksolution #Hansekuranz

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Despite the Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, maritime crime and piracy attacks have decreased compared to pre-2022 figures https://ow.ly/JIIG50Rz7HI #MarineIndustry #MaritimeIndustry #Piracy #ASmarterWayToRisk #WTWPerspective