Piracy in Somalia

EU-Japan joint naval exercise

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Piracy in Somalia, Geography of Africa, International criminal law, Countries, Operation Atalanta, Gulf of Aden, Transport in Somalia, Piracy, Maritime security, Water, Somalia, Anti-piracy measures in Somalia

On 5-6 October, the European Union and Japan carried out a joint naval exercise in the Gulf of Aden off the coast of Somalia.

Key Points: 
  • On 5-6 October, the European Union and Japan carried out a joint naval exercise in the Gulf of Aden off the coast of Somalia.
  • The exercise involved a warship supporting maritime patrol aircraft of EU NAVFOR Somalia Operation Atalanta and a vessel of the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force patrolling the region against piracy.
  • The exercise confirmed the commitment of the EU and Japan and the coordination between their respective forces in the fight against piracy.
  • The EU and Japan are determined to pursue and enhance their cooperation on freedom of navigation and maritime security through future training initiatives and operational activities at sea.

Attempted Piracy Attack on Stena Bulk Vessel West of Yemen

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Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Stena Sphere, Stena, Piracy in Somalia, Somalia

The story in short: Two suspicious skiffs were found approaching Stena Imperial from the port side at a distance of 1.5 Nautical Miles.

Key Points: 
  • The story in short: Two suspicious skiffs were found approaching Stena Imperial from the port side at a distance of 1.5 Nautical Miles.
  • Hand flares were fired towards the skiffs as warning shot as they were continuously approaching towards the vessel.
  • Master broadcasted a security message about the attempted attack and also contacted a close by warship.
  • Stena Bulk chiefly employs professional security firms, and the team comprises of well-educated former soldiers.

Attempted Piracy Attack on Stena Bulk Vessel West of Yemen

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Stena Sphere, Stena, Piracy in Somalia, Somalia

The story in short: Two suspicious skiffs were found approaching Stena Imperial from the port side at a distance of 1.5 Nautical Miles.

Key Points: 
  • The story in short: Two suspicious skiffs were found approaching Stena Imperial from the port side at a distance of 1.5 Nautical Miles.
  • Hand flares were fired towards the skiffs as warning shot as they were continuously approaching towards the vessel.
  • Master broadcasted a security message about the attempted attack and also contacted a close by warship.
  • Stena Bulk chiefly employs professional security firms, and the team comprises of well-educated former soldiers.