2023 Annual IMB Piracy and Armed Robbery Report Live

ICC- IMB Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships Report – January - December 2023
ICC INTERNATIONAL MARITIME BUREAU
PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY

AGAINST SHIPS
REPORT FOR THE PERIOD
1 January – 31 December 2023
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INTRODUCTION
The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) is a specialised division of the International Chamber of
Commerce (ICC). The IMB is a non-profit making organisation, established in 1981 to act as a focal
point in the fight against all types of maritime crime and malpractice. The International Maritime
Organization (IMO), in its resolution A 504 (XII) (5) and (9) adopted on 20 November 1981, has inter
alia urged governments, interest groups and organizations to co-operate and exchange information with
each other and the IMB, with a view of maintaining and developing a coordinated action in combating
maritime fraud.
Outrage in the shipping industry at the alarming growth in piracy prompted the creation of the IMB
Piracy Reporting Centre (IMB PRC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in October 1992.
The key advantages and services of the PRC are:
 A 24/7 manned operations centre.

 A single point of reporting for all vessels affected by piracy or armed robbery, as they trade
through many different jurisdictions.
 Notifying the appropriate response agency of the reported incident and liaising with these
agencies until the crew and vessel are safe.
 Warning vessels in the vicinity of a threat by broadcasting sitreps of incidents via Inmarsat-C
SafetyNET service.
 Alerting CSOs and vessel managers of incidents via email.
 Keeping the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) updated on reported incidents.
 Assisting local law enforcement in apprehending and bringing the criminals to justice.
 Publishing comprehensive quarterly and annual reports detailing incidents reported to the PRC.
The IMB PRC provides all its services free of charge to all ships irrespective of crew nationality,
ownership, or flag.
This report is an analysis of 120 global maritime piracy and armed robbery incidents reported to the
IMB PRC from 1 January to 31 December 2023. Incidents are occasionally reported late, resulting in
changes to the tables and figures in subsequent reports.
Due to the continued debate concerning the Malacca Straits, these narrated incidents are shown
separately.
For further details on the anti-piracy service or to report an incident, contact the 24-hour manned IMB
PRC at:
ICC International Maritime Bureau

PO Box 12559, 50782 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
24 Hours Anti-Piracy HELPLINE Tel: ++ 60 3 2031 0014
Tel ++ 60 3 2078 5763
WhatsApp / Telegram: +60 11 2659 3057
E-mail: piracy@icc-ccs.org / imbkl@icc-ccs.org
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DEFINITIONS OF PIRACY & ARMED ROBBERY
The IMB PRC follows the definitions of Piracy as defined in Article 101 of the 1982 United Nations
Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and Armed Robbery as defined by the International
Maritime Organisation (IMO) in its 26th Assembly session as Resolution A.1025 (26) “Code of Practice
for the Investigation of Crimes of Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships”.
Article 101 of UNCLOS defines Piracy as:
Definition of Piracy consists of any of the following acts:
(a) any illegal acts of violence or detention, or any act of depredation, committed for private ends by
the crew or the passengers of a private ship or a private aircraft, and directed-
(i) on the high seas, against another ship or aircraft, or against persons or property on board such ship
or aircraft;
(ii) against a ship, aircraft, persons or property in a place outside the jurisdiction of any State;
(b) any act of voluntary participation in the operation of a ship or of an aircraft with knowledge of facts
making it a pirate ship or aircraft;
(c) any act of inciting or of intentionally facilitating an act described in subparagraph (a) or (b).
IMO Resolution A.1025 (26) “Code of Practice for the Investigation of Crimes of Piracy and
Armed Robbery against Ships” defines Armed Robbery as:
Armed robbery against ships means any of the following acts:
1. any illegal act of violence or detention or any act of depredation, or threat thereof, other than an act
of piracy, committed for private ends and directed against a ship or against persons or property on
board such a ship, within a State’s internal waters, archipelagic waters and territorial sea;
2. any act of inciting or of intentionally facilitating an act described above
The definitions of piracy and armed robbery are aimed to assign responsibility for responding to these
illegal acts. It is worth noting that these definitions do not consider the resulting consequence on the
crew, vessel and cargo, which in IMB’s experience ranges from opportunistic theft, cargo theft, taking
crew hostage, assault and injury, kidnapping and in some cases, death of a crew member.
It is vital that all actual and attempted incidents at the time of, or shortly after the incident, are reported
and recorded.
This is the first essential step in the response chain.
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Under the definitions of Piracy or Armed Robbery, the IMB PRC reports incidents as follows:
1. Boarded: An illegal act of perpetrators successfully gaining access onto the vessel.
2. Hijacked: An illegal act of perpetrators successfully gaining access onto the vessel and taking
over the control of the vessel from the Master and crew.
3. Fired Upon: An illegal act of perpetrators discharging weapons towards the vessel while
attempting to gain access onto the vessel.
4. Attempted: An illegal act of perpetrators attempting to approach a vessel with possible

intention to board but remain unsuccessful due to the timely actions of the crew.
The consequences to the crew, vessel, or cargo, as a result of the above illegal acts:
1. Crew: Kidnap, hostage, death, threat, assault, injury, missing.
2. Vessel: Damage, especially due to the discharge of weapons or when perpetrators willfully
damage vessel equipment and property.
3. Cargo: Theft or damage to cargo.
Region specific severity of incident on Crew, Vessel and Cargo: (Chart G)

As several agencies define and categorize incidents differently, the IMB reports under three generic
Severity Levels – I, II, and III determined by the effect the incident has on the crew, vessel and cargo.
Severity Level I: Any incident which has a direct impact on the crew. To include:
a. Crew being taken hostage, assaulted, injured, killed, kidnapped, missing, threatened.
b. A hijacking where the command of the vessel is taken over by those boarding.
c. An incident where the crew retreats into the citadel.
Severity Level II: To include a vessel being fired upon, security teams firing on approaching threat,
robbers / pirates identified with weapons of any type (violence is offered) whether boarded or otherwise.
Severity Level III: To include an incident that does not fall into either Level I or Level II
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FUNDING
The Piracy Reporting Centre (PRC), funded purely on donations, wishes to thank the following
organisations that have financially contributed towards the Centre’s 24-hour manned service:
 ANIA
 Assuranceforeningen Skuld
 Britannia Steam Ship Insurance Association Limited
 Gard AS
 Japan P&I
 Justships Ltd
 Merchant Shipping Cyprus
 Steamship Insurance Management Services Limited
 NorthStandard Limited
 Tsakos Shipping and Trading SA
The PRC is additionally non-financially supported by:
 Spire Global Inc. ( https://spire.com/ )
 Vesseltracker ( https://www.vesseltracker.com/ )
YEAR 2023
The financial and non-financial support provided to the IMB PRC by the above contributors as well as
other information providers has enabled the IMB PRC, to receive, respond to and action over 2,361
emails and calls on its Maritime Security Hotline from seafarers, CSOs, Maritime Authorities,
Government Agencies, Flag States, Law Enforcement, Navies, warships, Rescue Centres and LES on
piracy and armed robbery as well as other maritime crimes and security.
The IMB PRC has also participated in 77 emergency vessel drills, on request of CSOs and has provided
information and advice to Masters and vessel operators on vessel voyage risk planning.
The IMB PRC has provided all its services free of charge to all ships irrespective of vessel/crew
nationality, ownership, or flag.
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TABLE 1: Locations of ACTUAL and ATTEMPTED incidents, January – December 2019 –

2023
Location 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

S E ASIA Indonesia 25 26 9 10 18
Malacca Straits 1 1
Malaysia 11 4 2 4 2
Philippines 5 8 9 6 9
Singapore Straits 12 23 35 38 37
Thailand 1
EAST ASIA China 3
Vietnam 2 4 1 2 3
INDIAN SUB Bangladesh 4 7 1
CONTINENT India 4 6 2 3 4
SOUTH AMERICA Brazil 2 7 3 5 1
Colombia 3 1 6 2
Dominican Republic 1
Ecuador 3 5 4 1
Guyana 2
Haiti 2 5 4 1
Mexico 1 4 1 1
Panama 1 1
Peru 10 8 18 12 14
Venezuela 6 3
AFRICA Algeria 1
Angola 6 4 5 3
Benin 3 11 2
Cameroon 6 1 3
Dem. Republic of Congo 1 1 1
Dem. Rep. of Sao Tome & Principe 1 2 5
Egypt 1 1
Equatorial Guinea 2 3 2 2
Gabon 1 2 4 1
Ghana 3 9 5 7 6
Guinea 2 5 3 2
Gulf of Aden* 1
Ivory Coast 1 3 2 2
Kenya 1
Liberia 2 2 1 1
Morocco 2
Mozambique 3 4 1 2
Nigeria 35 35 6 2
Sierra Leone 1 1 2
Somalia* 1
South Africa 1
The Congo 3 3 1 1
Togo 3 3
REST WORLD OF WORLD Iraq 1
Total at year end 162 195 132 115 120
All incidents with * above are attributed to Somali pirates.
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CHART A: The following five locations contributed 70% of the total 120 incidents reported in
the period January – December 2023
GHANA, 6
SINGAPORE STRAITS,
37
INDONESIA, 18
PERU, 14
PHILIPPINES, 9
CHART B: Monthly comparison of incidents during January – December 2023
20 19
18
16 15
14
14 13
12
10 9 9
8 8 8
8 7 7
4 3
0
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
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CHART C: Total incidents as per regions of the world January – December 2023
80
70 67
60
50
40
30
26
19
20
10
5
3
0
EAST ASIA INDIAN SUB-CONT AMERICAS AFRICA SE ASIA
CHART D: Perpetrators successful in 91% of reported incidents. January – December 2023
115
110 105
105
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15 9
10 4
5 2
0
BOARDED HIJACKED ATTEMPTED FIREDUPON
ACTUAL ATTEMPTED
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CHART E: Type of incident in relation to the status of vessel movement January – December
2023
ATTEMPTED BOARDED FIREDUPON HIJACKED

60
56
50
39
40
30
20
10
10
5 4
2 3
1
0
ANCHORED BERTHED STEAMING
CHART F: Region specific type of incident in relation to the status of vessel movement
January – December 2023
ATTEMPTED BOARDED FIREDUPON HIJACKED

40
36
35
30
24
25
20
14
15 13
10
5
4
5 3 3 3
2 2 2 2 2
1 1 1 11
0
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CHART G: Region specific severity of incident in relation January – December 2023

(Severity Level I, II, III – see page 4 for clarification)
45 I II III
41
40
35
30
25
20
15 14
13 13
10 9
8
6
5 4 4
3 3
2
0
EAST ASIA SE ASIA INDIAN SUB-CONT AFRICA AMERICAS
TABLE 2: ACTUAL and ATTEMPTED incidents by location, January – December 2023
Actual Attempted
Location Boarded Hijacked Fired upon Attempted
SE ASIA Indonesia 18
Malacca Straits 1
Malaysia 2
Philippines 9
Singapore Straits 35 2
EAST ASIA Vietnam 3
INDIAN Bangladesh 1
SUB CONT India 4
AMERICAS Brazil 1
Colombia 1 1
Ecuador 1
Panama 1
Peru 13 1
AFRICA Angola 3
Cameroon 1 2
Egypt 1
Gabon 1
Ghana 5 1
Guinea 1 1
10
Ivory Coast 1 1
Mozambique 2
Nigeria 2
Sierra Leone 1 1
Somalia 1
The Congo 1
Sub total 105 4 2 9
Total 120
TABLE 3: Ports / anchorages, with three or more reported incidents, January – December 2023
Country Location 01.01.2023 to 31.12.2023

Angola Luanda 3
Cameroon Douala 3
Ghana Takoradi 6
Indonesia Belawan 6
Dumai 6
Peru Callao 14
Philippines Manila 8
TABLE 4: Status of vessels during ACTUAL incidents, January – December 2023
Location Berthed Anchored Steaming

SE ASIA Indonesia 4 14
Malacca Straits 1
Malaysia 1 1
Philippines 9
EAST ASIA Vietnam 2 1
INDIAN Bangladesh 1
SUB CONT India 1 3
AMERICAS Brazil 1
Colombia 1
Peru 13
AFRICA Angola 3
Cameroon 1
Egypt 1
Gabon 1
Ghana 5
Guinea 1
Ivory Coast 1
Mozambique 2
Nigeria 2
Sierra Leone 2
Somalia 1
The Congo 1
Sub total 10 56 43
Total 109
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TABLE 5: Status of vessels during ATTEMPTED incidents, January – December 2023
Location Berthed Anchored Steaming

SE ASIA Singapore Straits 2
AMERICAS Colombia 1
Ecuador 1
Panama 1
Peru 1
AFRICA Cameroon 2
Ghana 1
Guinea 1
Ivory Coast 1
Sub total 1 7 3
Total 11
TABLE 6: Types of arms used during incidents, January - December 2019 – 2023
Types of Arms 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Guns 47 69 34 16 15
Knives 36 46 38 41 42
Not stated 74 76 56 57 61
Other weapons 5 4 4 1 2
Total 162 195 132 115 120
TABLE 7: Comparison of the type of incidents, January - December 2019 – 2023
Type of Attack 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Attempted 17 20 11 5 9
Boarded 130 161 115 107 105
Fired upon 11 11 5 1 2
Hijack 4 3 1 2 4
Total 162 195 132 115 120
TABLE 8: Types of violence to crew, January – December 2019 – 2023
Type of Violence 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Hostage 59 34 8 41 73
Kidnapped 134 135 57 2 14
Threatened 6 8 9 6 10
Assaulted 3 5 3 6 1
Injured 7 9 4 4
Killed 1 1
Total at year end 210 191 82 55 102
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TABLE 9: Type of violence to crew by location, January – December 2023
Location Kidnapped Hostage Threatened Assaulted Injured

SE ASIA Indonesia 2 7
Malacca Straits 1
Philippines 1 1
AMERICAS Peru 7 1 1
AFRICA Cameroon 5
Gabon 3
Guinea 1
Ivory Coast 21
Sierra Leone 23 1
The Congo 6 10
Sub total 14 73 10 1 4
Total 102
TABLE 10: Types of arms used by geographical location, January – December 2023
Locations Guns Knives Not Stated Other

S E ASIA Indonesia 9 8 1
Malacca Straits 1
Malaysia 2
Philippines 1 2 6
Singapore Straits 3 15 18 1
EAST ASIA Vietnam 1 2
INDIAN Bangladesh 1
SUB CONT India 1 3
AMERICAS Brazil 1
Colombia 2
Ecuador 1
Panama 1
Peru 1 8 5
AFRICA Angola 1 2
Cameroon 3
Egypt 1
Gabon 1
Ghana 6
Guinea 1 1
Ivory Coast 1 1
Mozambique 1 1
Nigeria 1 1
Sierra Leone 2
Somalia 1
The Congo 1
Sub total 15 42 61 2
Total 120
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TABLE 11: Incidents as per type of vessels, January – December 2019 – 2023
Type 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Accommodation Barge 1
Bulk Carrier 46 51 47 50 45
Container 14 27 30 11 18
Crew Boat 3
Drilling Ship / Rig 1 1 1
Fire Fighting Vessel 1
General Cargo 7 13 4 3 7
Heavy Load Carrier 1 1 1
Landing Craft 1 1
Maintenance Pontoon 1
Offshore Processing Ship 1
Passenger Craft 1 1
Pipe Layer Ship / Barge 2
Pleasure Craft 1
Refrigerated Cargo Ship 4 1 1
Research Ship 1 1
RO-RO 1
Supply Ship 2 8 6 1 1
Support Ship 1 3 2
Tanker Asphalt / Bitumen 1
Tanker Bunkering 1
Tanker Chem / Product 45 53 22 19 26
Tanker Crude Oil 19 10 5 9 6
Tanker FPSO / FSO 1
Tanker LNG 2 1 2 1
Tanker LPG 6 3 2 2 1
Trawler / Fishing 4 6 3 4
Offshore Tug / Tug & Barge 7 7 3 8 9
Vehicle Carrier 2 2 4
Yacht / Sailing Vessel 1 1
Total at year end 162 195 132 115 120
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CHART H: Incidents as per type of vessels, January – December 2023
BULK CARRIER 45
PRODUCT TANKER 22
CONTAINER 18
TUG 7
GENERAL CARGO 7
TANKER 6
FISHING VESSEL 4
CHEMICAL TANKER 4
OFFSHORE TUG 2
OFFSHORE SUPPLY SHIP 1
OFFSHORE PROCESSING SHIP 1
FIRE FIGHTING VESSEL 1
LPG TANKER 1
LNG TANKER 1
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50
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TABLE 12: Nationalities of vessels affected, January - December 2019 – 2023
Flag State 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

Antigua & Barbuda 2 1 1 1
Austria 1
Bahamas 4 1 6 4 2
Bangladesh 1
Barbados 1 1 1
Belgium 1
Belize 1
Bermuda 1 1 1
Brazil 1 1
Cameroon 1 2
Cayman Islands 1 2 1 2 2
China 2 1 1 3
Comoros 3
Cyprus 1 5 6 2 4
Denmark 2 4 6 3
Equatorial Guinea 1
France 1 1 1
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Gabon 1
Germany 1 2 1 1 1
Ghana 3 2
Gibraltar 1 2 2
Greece 4 3 4 1 1
Hong Kong (SAR) 9 10 6 4 8
India 2 1 2
Indonesia 1 2 1
Isle of Man 4 1 1 1 1
Italy 2
Jamaica 1
Japan 1 2
Korea South 1 1
Liberia 19 32 18 11 17
Libya 1
Luxemburg 2
Malaysia 3 1 2 2 4
Malta 10 9 5 7 8
Marshall Islands 28 33 17 20 16
Mongolia 1
Netherlands 2 2
Nigeria 6 1
Niue 1 1
Norway 3 1 2 1
Palau 1 1 1
Panama 17 26 6 25 16
Philippines 1
Portugal 1 3 3 2 6
Saudi Arabia 4 3 1
Senegal 1
Singapore 22 28 24 20 19
Spain 1
St Kitts & Nevis 1 2
St Vincent & Grenadines 1 1
Switzerland 1 1
Togo 1 1 1
Turkey 1 1 1
United Kingdom 1
USA 1 1
Vanuatu 1 1 1
Vietnam 1 1
Not Stated 1
Total at year end 162 195 132 115 120
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CHART I: Nationalities of vessels involved in 12 times or more incidents, January – December

2023
19.5
19
19
18.5
18
17.5
17
17
16.5
16 16
16
15.5
15
14.5
MARSHALL ISLANDS PANAMA LIBERIA SINGAPORE
TABLE 13: Vessels affected – managed or controlled from January – December 2023
Country No of Ships
Angola 1
Belgium 1
Bulgaria 1
Canada 3
China 3
Cyprus 4
Denmark 5
Germany 14
Greece 11
Hong Kong 3
India 9
Japan 9
Liberia 1
Malaysia 3
Mauritius 1
Netherlands 3
Norway 1
Philippines 2
Sierra Leone 1
Singapore 28
17
Switzerland 1
Taiwan 1
The Congo 1
UAE 4
United Kingdom 4
USA 2
NS 3
Total 120
CHART J: Managing countries whose vessels involved in 12 times or more incidents between
January – December 2023
30
28
25
20
15 14
10
0
GERMANY SINGAPORE
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OFF SOMALIA / GULF OF ADEN / RED SEA ATTACK FIGURES UPDATE

From 1 January to 31 December 2023, one vessel hijacked in the waters off Somalia. This is the
first successful hijacked incident by alleged Somali pirates since 2017.
The international navies patrolling these waters continue to coordinate and liaise with merchant
vessels and fishing fleets to identify and apprehend pirate action groups.
All vessels are advised and encouraged to adhere to the BMP 5 recommendations while transiting
these waters. Vessels employing Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASP) should
be cautious and not mistake fishermen for pirates in some heavy fishing areas.
The IMB PRC continues to monitor the situation in the region. Although only one incident
recorded, it cautions vessel owners and masters against complacency. Somali pirates still retain
the capability and capacity to carry out attacks far from coast.
The IMB PRC supports and compliments the role of international navies by relaying all reports
received to the response agencies, as well as by broadcasting alerts to vessels via the INMARSAT
Safety Net Service.
CONTINUED COOPERATION
The positive information sharing, actions, and cooperation between the Indonesian Marine Police
(IMP) and the IMB PRC has resulted in an overall decrease in the number of reported incidents
in the 10 safe designated areas.
All vessels intending to anchor, waiting for berth or drift should do so at the designated areas
where IMP patrol boats would be stationed to enable them to maximize their resources to provide
greater protection for vessels.
Vessels are advised to cooperate by maintaining strict anti-piracy and robbery watches and
report all attacks and suspicious sightings to the local Authorities / IMP, as well as the IMB PRC.
The IMB PRC will also liaise with local and regional Authorities to render necessary assistance.
In line with the Road Map Program Police Reforms Wave III, the Indonesian Authorities will
continue until future notice to allocate and position resources and assets in 10 key designated
areas of concern, to prevent sea robbery and piracy in and around Indonesian waters.
The IMB thanks the IMP for their support and contribution to the shipping industry.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The IMB PRC appreciates the strong and vital cooperation from the Philippine and Malaysian
Intel that have provided crucial information relating to the safety of vessels and seafarers,
particularly in the Sulu Sea/eastern Sabah waters. The successful cooperation has directly and
indirectly saved many lives and properties at sea. The IMB PRC looks forward to the continued
cooperation, and thanks both intel agencies for their commitment.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The IMB appreciates the assistance (past and present) and vital cooperation provided by the
Coalition naval forces / EU naval force (EUNAVFOR ATALANTA) / MSCHOA / US Navy /
French Alindien / NATO / UKMTO / Indian Navy / Iranian Navy / Malaysian Navy / Russian Navy
/ Chinese Navy / South Korean Navy / Japanese Maritime SDF/ Singapore Navy / Royal Thai Navy
/ and Yemeni Coast guard and Navy, for assisting the many vessels that have been attacked by
suspected Somali pirates, both in the Gulf of Aden, and off eastern / southern Somali coast, Indian
Ocean, Arabian Sea and other areas. The positive actions by the navies, including pre-emptive and
disruptive counter piracy tactics, resulted in a drop in the number of attacks.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The IMB PRC appreciates the strong cooperation from the West African authorities / navies and
international navies (past and present), especially the Danish, Italian, Russian, Spanish and
Portuguese Navies in the Gulf of Guinea. A special thanks to the Nigerian Authorities,
particularly the Nigerian Navy and NIMASA, who have continued to provide prompt
information, actions, and valuable cooperation between agencies. The IMB PRC looks forward
to the continued cooperation from the West African authorities / navies and international navies
in the area.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The IMB PRC thanks all the masters and vessel owners / operators who have reported incidents
to the Centre. It encourages all incidents to be reported in a timely manner.
While the IMB PRC endeavours to always get a meaningful response from regional authorities,
the reports also play a crucial role to increase awareness of this crime. This allows for additional
resources to be allocated by authorities to tackle the crime of piracy and armed robbery.
Transparent statistics from an independent, non-political, international organization such as the

IMB PRC can act as a catalyst to achieve this goal.
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PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY PRONE AREAS AND WARNINGS
All vessels are advised to report all piracy and armed robbery incidents and suspicious sightings to
local Authorities, their flag state and to the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre as per IMO Cir 1334.
The IMB Piracy Reporting Centre can be contacted at:

24 Hours Anti-Piracy HELPLINE is: +60 3 2031 0014
E-mail: piracy@icc-ccs.org / imbkl@icc-ccs.org
Tel: +60 3 2078 5763
WhatsApp / Telegram: +60 11 2659 3057. (Photograph or video submission encouraged).
Mariners are advised to be cautious, take precautionary measures and follow all recommended
guidelines, when transiting the following areas:
SOUTH EAST ASIA AND INDIAN SUB CONTINENT
Bangladesh: Robbers normally target vessels at anchor. Most incidents reported are at Chittagong
anchorages and approaches. Incidents in Bangladesh have fallen significantly over the past few years
because of the efforts by the Bangladesh authorities.
Indonesia: Belawan and Dumai/Lubuk Gaung and surrounding waters. Pirates / robbers are normally
armed with guns / knives and / or machetes. Generally, be vigilant in other areas. Many incidents may
have gone unreported. Pirates / robbers normally approach vessels during the night. When spotted and
alarm is sounded, the pirates / robbers usually escape without confronting the crew. A strict anti-piracy
watch is recommended.
Meetings and continued dialogue between the Indonesian Marine Police (IMP) and the IMB PRC
resulted in positive actions by the Indonesian authorities, who have so far brought down the number of
incidents significantly. With the assistance and actions of the IMP, the incidents appear to be decreasing
each year with great success in many areas. Incidents in Indonesian waters have also dropped
dramatically since the cooperation begin.
The Indonesian Marine Police have advised all ships intending to anchor to do so at / near the following
areas where Indonesian Marine Police will conduct patrols for greater protection:
(After IMP-IMB started the cooperation, since 2014, no incident has been reported in the Adang Bay
region. With this in view, in March 2021, IMP has decided to replace Adang Bay with Tanjung Butan
at 01:11.30N – 104:12.30E as Singapore Straits and surrounding waters are now classified as risky
waters).
1. Belawan: 03:55.00N-098:45.30E
2. Dumai: 01:42.00N-101:28.00E
3. Nipah: 01:07.30N-103:37.00E
4. Tanjung Berakit/Bintan: 01:23.30N-104:42.30E
5. Tanjung Priok: 06:00.30S-106:54.00E
6. Gresik: 07:09.00S-112:40.00E
7. Taboneo: 03:41.30S-114:28.00E
8. Tanjung Butan: 01:11.30N-104:12.30E (effective 12 March 2021)
9. Muara Berau: 00:17.00S-117:36.00E
10. Balikpapan: 01:22.00S-116:53.00E
The Indonesian authorities have advised IMB that in accordance with the Road Map Program Police
Reforms Wave III, the above given ten locations prevention action of sea robbery / piracy in Indonesian
waters will continue until further notice.
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Vessels are advised to maintain strict anti-piracy watch and measures and report all incidents and
suspicious sightings to the local authorities and the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre. The IMB PRC will
also liaise with the local authorities to render necessary assistance.
Malacca Straits: Although the number of incidents has dropped substantially due to increased and
aggressive patrols by the littoral states’ authorities since July 2005, vessels are advised to continue
maintaining strict anti-piracy / robbery watches when transiting the Straits. Currently, there are no
indications as to how long these patrols will continue or when they will be reduced. In some cases,
incidents may have gone unreported. Situation currently remains stable although one serious incident
was reported.
Malaysia: Bandar Penawar, Johor – past incidents reported on anchored vessels. Off Tanjung Piai –
past incidents reported on vessels underway. Though incidents have stopped, the IMB PRC is
monitoring the situation and will liaise with the Malaysian Authorities / MMEA as needed.
In / off Eastern Sabah – Kidnapping of merchant ship’s crew by ASG has stopped for several years due
to actions by the Malaysian and Philippines Authorities. Last kidnapping incident was reported in
January 2020. It was reported that several ASG militants had been captured / killed by the authorities.
Although the incidents have stopped, the waters remain risky.
Vessels are advised to continue to take precautionary measures and maintain strict anti-piracy watch
and measures. Vessels transiting these waters should refer to the Sabah Notice to Mariners NTM 14 of
2017 on the Ship Reporting System. Vessels are also urged to monitor the IMB PRC Warnings on
potential incidents / targets / description of militant boats issued on behalf of the Philippines and
Malaysian Intel Agencies.
Philippines: In / off Sibutu passage / off Sibutu island / Tawi Tawi / Sulu Sea / Celebes sea / off eastern
Sabah – past incidents included crew kidnappings. These kidnapping incidents have stopped for several
years due to the actions by the Malaysian and Philippines Authorities. Last kidnapping incident was
reported in January 2020. It was reported that several ASG militants had been captured / killed by the
authorities. Although the incidents have stopped, the waters remain risky.
Vessels are advised to continue to take precautionary measures and maintain strict anti-piracy watch
and measures. Vessels transiting these waters should refer to the Sabah Notice to Mariners NTM 14 of
2017 on the Ship Reporting System. Vessels are also urged to monitor the IMB PRC Warnings on
potential incidents / targets / description of militant boats issued on behalf of the Philippines and
Malaysian Intel Agencies.
Manila: Be vigilant. Several past and recent incidents / robberies have been reported.
Singapore Straits: A General Warning issued in December 2019 indicating a sudden rise in incidents
in Singapore Straits especially during the night is still valid. The incidents are still occurring and
increasing. It appears one or more groups are targeting passing ships, including tugs / barges to rob
them. Authorities have been notified and are aware of the situation. Vessels are advised to remain
vigilant and to continue maintaining adequate watches and measures. Robbers board vessels while
underway or while at anchor especially during the night. Robbers will abort and move away when the
alarm is sounded, and authorities notified. Therefore, a strict watch is necessary.
South China Sea: Although incidents have stopped in the vicinity off Tioman / off Pulau Aur / off
Anambas / Natuna / Mangkai islands / Subi Besar / Merundung areas, vessels are advised to continue
to remain vigilant, especially during the night. In the past, several hijackings of small product tankers
occurred off the coast of Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and in the South China Sea area. This trend
started in April 2014, but the hijackings stopped abruptly in late 2015. It has been reported that some
criminals have been arrested by local authorities both in Malaysia and in Indonesia. There were three
incidents reported in 2017 where two tankers were hijacked off Kuantan / Off Pulau Aur / East coast
Malaysia. The IMB continues to monitor the situation.
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WEST AFRICA (Gulf of Guinea) – As a general rule:
(i) Follow recommendations and guidelines presented in the BMP WA.

(ii) All crews to keep a vigilant lookout using all available means. Ships advised to adjust ETA
for direct berthing or wait / drift / transit more than 300nm from the coast, if appropriate
and agreed by all in venture. Incidents reported up to 300nm from the coast.
Angola (Luanda): Incidents of robberies reported.
Benin (Cotonou): No recent incidents reported. Past incidents reported in / off Benin. Vessels attacked
and crews kidnapped. Incidents showed that the pirates / robbers in the area are well armed and violent.
Pirates robbed vessels and kidnapped crews for ransom. In the past, tankers were hijacked, and part
cargo stolen (gas oil).
Cameroon (Douala): Recent incidents including vessels fired upon at anchor and kidnapping of crew.
Be vigilant.
Equatorial Guinea: Past incidents off Bioko Island and off Bata. One past incident involved
kidnapping and the other fired upon at 87nm off Bata.
Gabon (Port Gentil / Owendo anchorage): Incidents stopped. Past incidents / kidnapping of crews
occurred more than 70nm offshore.
Ghana (Takoradi): Incidents reported at Takoradi anchorages.
Guinea (Conakry): Incidents dropped. Past incidents involving robberies reported at anchorages.
Ivory Coast (Abidjan): Incidents dropped but remains risky.
Nigeria (Lagos / Apapa, Off Bayelsa / Brass / Bonny Island / Port Harcourt): Pirates / robbers are often
well armed, violent and have attacked and hijacked / robbed vessels / kidnapped crews along or far from
the coast, rivers, anchorages, ports and surrounding waters. Incidents have also been reported up to
about 300nm from the coast. Generally, all waters in / off Nigeria remain highly risky. Vessels are
advised to be vigilant as incidents may have gone unreported. Kidnapping for ransom remains the
biggest risk for crews. Vessels are advised to take additional measures in these high-risk waters. In the
past, tankers were also hijacked, and part cargo stolen (gas oil).
Incidents dropped drastically for Nigeria, but vessels are advised to be vigilant as waters remain risky.
Togo (Lome): Incidents appear to have stopped. Past attacks reported at anchorage / in / off Togo.
Vessels robbed and crews kidnapped. In the past, tankers were also hijacked, and part cargo stolen (gas
oil).
The Congo: Incidents reported off Pointe Noire.
Sao Tome & Principe: No recent reported incidents. Past incidents showed vessels hijacked / attacked,
and crews kidnapped. Vessels advised to continue to maintain strict anti-piracy watch and measures.
Waters are still considered high risk for fishing and merchant vessels although incidents have dropped.
Sierra Leone: (off Turtle Islands). One past hijacking incident reported.
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EAST AFRICA / GOA / RED SEA
Red Sea / Gulf of Aden / Somalia / Arabian Sea / Indian Ocean: One recent piracy attack and
hijacking reported around 700nm East of Bossaso, Somalia. The incident on 14 December 2023 is the
first successful hijacking of a merchant vessel by alleged Somali pirates since 2017. Reports also
suggest two dhows were subsequently hijacked.
The recent successful incidents demonstrate the continued capabilities of these criminals. Vessels are
advised to be vigilant, maintain strict anti-piracy watch and adhere to the recommendations in the latest
BMP, while transiting in these waters. The IMB PRC will continue to alert and broadcast information
to all ships in the region via Inmarsat EGC Safety Net.
In the past, Somali pirates have conducted their acts in waters off the southern Red Sea / Bab El Mandeb,
Gulf of Aden including Yemen and the northern Somali coast, Arabian sea / off Oman, Gulf of Oman
and off the eastern and southern Somali coast. Vessels have also been targeted off Kenya, Tanzania,
Seychelles, Madagascar, Mozambique, as well as in the Indian ocean, and off the west and south coasts
of India and west Maldives.
Generally, Somali pirates tend to be well armed with automatic weapons and RPGs. They sometimes
use skiffs launched from mother vessels, which may be hijacked fishing vessels or dhows. Masters and
ship owners are encouraged to register their vessel and report as per the latest BMP procedures, ensure
their vessel is hardened prior to entering these waters and to maintain a 24-hour visual and radar watch.
Keeping in mind the warnings and alerts for the area, an early sighting / detection of an approaching
skiff will enable an accurate assessment, allowing the Master and PCASP to make informed decisions
to keep clear of small boats, dhows, fishing vessels and, if necessary, take evasive actions and request
assistance as needed.
Masters are reminded that fishermen in this region may try to protect their nets by attempting to
aggressively approach merchant vessels. Some of the fishermen may be armed to protect their catch
and they should not be confused with pirates.
Vessels transiting in / off Yemen / Gulf of Aden / Southern Red Sea / Bab El Mandeb: There is a
heightened security risk to vessels transiting these waters. Vessels are being approached by skiffs and
hailed via VHF allegedly by Yemeni naval forces to alter course into Yemeni waters. Masters are
encouraged to be cautious, ignore these calls and immediately report any such activities to Coalition
warships on VHF Ch 16. Ships transiting Gulf of Aden, Southern Red Sea and Bab El Mandeb are also
advised to be vigilant and take precautionary measures as vessels have been targeted by missiles and
unmanned aerial vehicles. The number of these reported incidents which are not piracy related are
increasing.
Vessels transiting Straits of Hormuz / Gulf of Oman / Off Iran – incidents are not piracy related.
Unauthorised boardings have been reported.
SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN WATERS
Brazil (Macapa): Incidents have dropped. Waters remain risky. Stay vigilant.
Colombia (Cartagena): Incidents have dropped. Past incidents reported at anchorages, river passage
and pilot boarding ground. Stay vigilant.
Ecuador (Guayaquil): Incidents have stopped. Past incidents reported at anchorage / river passage with
pilot. Robbers well-armed. Fired upon.
Haiti (Port Au Prince / Lafiteau): Incidents dropped. Advised to continue maintaining watch and to stay
vigilant.
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Mexico (Puerto Dos Bocas): Incidents dropped. Past reported incidents - pirates / robbers in this area
armed with guns.
Peru (Callao): Incidents are continuing. Maintain vigilant watch and employ anti-piracy measures.
Venezuela (Puerto La Cruz / Puerto Jose / Guanta): Although incidents have stopped, vessels are still
reminded to maintain strict anti-piracy watch and measures especially at anchor.
EASTERN EUROPE/UKRAINE
Not piracy related: Ukraine and Russia conflict: stay clear of Ukrainian coast. Mines reported in the
Black Sea.
IMB Maritime Security Hotline

The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has a dedicated hotline for seafarers, port workers, shipping
agents, shipyard personnel, brokers, stevedores, and all concerned parties to report any information that
they may have seen / heard / known etc. relating to any maritime crime including terrorism, piracy and
other illegal activities. All information reported will be treated in strict confidence and will be passed
on to relevant authorities for further action. Maritime crime and security concerns us all and with your
help, we can try to minimize the risks and help save lives and property.
The Maritime Security Hotline can be contacted 24 hours every day at: Tel: +60 3 2031 0014
E-mail: imbsecurity@icc-ccs.org
WhatsApp or Telegram at +601126593057. Photograph or video submission encouraged.
REMEMBER: Your information may save lives. All information will be treated in strict
confidence.
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Trends within areas of continued concern

CHART K: SE Asia – Singapore Straits – Total number of reported incidents
40 38 37
35
35
30
25 23
20
15 12
10
0
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
CHART L: West Africa – Gulf of Guinea – Total number of reported incidents
90 84
80
70 64
60
50
40 35
30 22
19
20
10
0
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
CHART M: Americas – Callao, Peru – Total number of reported incidents
20 18
18
16 14
14 12
12 10
10 8
8
6
4
2
0
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
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TRENDS
The IMB Piracy Reporting Centre (PRC) received 120 reported incidents of piracy and armed robbery
against ships in 2023 compared with 115 in 2022.
The 2023 figures are broken down as 105 vessels boarded, nine attempted attacks, four vessels hijacked
and two fired upon. While the number of 2023 reported incidents has increased slightly compared to
2022, the number of crew taken hostage and kidnapped has increased from 41 to 73 and from two to 14
in 2022 and 2023 respectively. A further 10 crew were threatened, four injured and one assaulted in
2023.
On 14 December 2023, a handymax bulk carrier was boarded and hijacked and its crew taken hostage
by alleged Somali pirates. The vessel was underway over 700nm East of Bosaso, Somalia demonstrating
the continued capabilities of these criminals. Reports also suggest two dhows, a type of vessel with
potential use as mother ships for further attacks, were subsequently hijacked. The IMB PRC continues
to urge caution to masters and vessel owners as they transit these waters and to follow the BMP
guidelines.
Gulf of Guinea activity is restrained compared to previous years, with 22 incidents reported in 2023
compared to 19 in 2022, 35 in 2021 and 81 in 2020. Crew, however, continue to be at risk with the
region responsible for three of the four globally reported hijackings, all 14 crew kidnappings, 75% of
reported crew hostages and two injured crew. Of the 22 reported incidents, four fall under the definition
of piracy while the remainder as armed robbery at sea.
Incidents in the Singapore Straits continue with 37 incidents reported in 2023 compared to 38 in 2022.
95% of vessels targeted were boarded. Sixteen large vessels over 80,000 DWT were targeted, 14 of
which were bulk carriers and five of these bulkers and a tanker were over 170,000 DWT and
successfully boarded. While considered low level incidents, crew continue to be harmed with nine taken
hostage and two threatened. Guns were reported in three incidents and knives in 15. The majority of
incidents were reported during the hours of darkness and whilst vessels were underway. Local
authorities are commended for investigating nearly all reported incidents. The IMB PRC is concerned
of late reports as well as under reporting by vessels being boarded in these waters.
On 10 October 2023, a bulk carrier was boarded while underway in the Malacca Straits. The perpetrators
stabbed the master and escaped. The vessel had to divert into Singapore as the master required medical
attention. The last reported incident when crews were injured in the Malacca Straits was in 2015 during
the spate of tanker hijackings for fuel cargoes.
A year-on-year increase in reported incidents has been observed in the Indonesian archipelago, up from
10 in 2022 to 18 in 2023. Seven crew were threatened and two taken hostage in 2023. Knives were
reported in nine incidents.
Fourteen incidents were reported from vessels at Callao anchorage in Peru. Seven crew were taken
hostage and one each assaulted and threatened. Gun and knives were reported in nine incidents. Other
ports affected in South America are Macapa anchorage in Brazil, and Cartagena and Puerto Bolivar
anchorages in Colombia.
Since 1991 the IMB PRC’s 24-hour manned centre, has provided the maritime industry, governments
and response agencies with timely and transparent data on piracy and armed robbery incidents –
received directly from the Master of the vessel or its owners.
The IMB PRC’s prompt forwarding of reports and liaison with response agencies, its broadcasts to
shipping via Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Safety Net Services and email
alerts to Company Security Officers, all provided free of cost, has helped the response against piracy
and armed robbery and the security of seafarers, globally.
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OBSERVATIONS
Narrations of the 120 attacks for 01 January to 31 December 2023 are listed on pages 30 to 50. The
following serious incidents, in chronological sequence are described in more detail.
Cameroon:
On 30 June 2023, a Panama flagged General Cargo ship, MV Oya 1, was boarded by armed persons
while at anchor at position Latitude 04:00.05 North and Longitude 009:38.00 East at Douala Anchorage,
Cameroon.
The armed persons boarded the anchored general cargo vessel, kidnapped five crew and escaped. Alarm
raised and a patrol boat came to assist. Remaining crew reported safe.
Gabon:
On 02 May 2023, a Marshall Islands flagged Bulk Carrier, MV Grebe Bulker, was boarded by unknown
persons while anchored at position Latitude 00:18.4 North and Longitude 009:24.3 East at Owendo
Inner Anchorage, Gabon, at approximately 0030 UTC.
The Chief Officer onboard the anchored ship noticed that the door to the Master’s cabin was damaged,
opened and the Master missing. The ship’s safe was also opened with contents missing. On searching
the ship, it was discovered that the Second Officer and Third Officer were also missing, and their cabin
doors also damaged and opened. The incident was immediately reported to the local Authorities who
boarded the ship for investigations. Later, the CSO confirmed that all three crew were kidnapped and
safely released on 21 May 2023.
Ivory Coast:
On 10 April 2023, a Singapore flagged Product Tanker, MT Success 9, was approached, boarded and
hijacked by pirates while underway at position Latitude 00:06.9 North and Longitude 004:34.0 West,
around 307nm SSW of Abidjan, Ivory Coast, at approximately 1350 UTC.
Around 12 pirates wearing ski masks and gloves and armed with guns attacked and hijacked the tanker.
All communications with the tanker were thereafter lost. The pirates managed to self-navigate the
tanker. On being notified of the incident, the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre immediately informed the
regional and French Authorities in the Gulf of Guinea. A missing tanker message was also broadcasted
to all ships to lookout for the tanker. Position updates and all information received from all sources
were communicated with the relevant Authorities and Agencies for their coordination. On 15 April
2023, a French Naval Asset located the tanker which was subsequently escorted to a safe port by an
Ivory Coast guard patrol boat. It was discovered that the pirates had destroyed the tanker’s navigational
equipment. The crew were tied with cable ties and kept hostage and part of the oil cargo was stolen.
Malacca Straits:
On 26 October 2023, a Marshall Islands flagged Bulk Carrier, MV Merchia, was boarded by armed
robbers while underway at position Latitude 01:24.20 North and Longitude 103:03.33 East, in the
Malacca Straits, at approximately 2030 UTC.
Around five to six robbers armed with knives in a small boat, approached and boarded the vessel while
underway. They went into the Master’s cabin and stabbed him in his chest and hand. Master was able
to notify the bridge. Alarm raised and crew mustered resulting in the robbers escaping. Second Officer
and Chief Officer tended to the Master’s stab wounds. Vessel was diverted to Singapore anchorage. On
anchoring, a medical team disembarked the Master for shore medical assistance and the Singapore coast
guard boarded the ship to investigate.
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Sierra Leone:
On 05 July 2023, a Turkish flagged Fishing Vessel, Haci Erdogan, was approached and boarded by
pirates while underway at position Latitude 08:53 North and Longitude 013:31 West, around 14.20nm
WSW of Yelibuya Island, Sierra Leone, at approximately 0355 UTC.
Eight armed pirates attacked and boarded the fishing vessel engaged in fishing activities. The pirates
destroyed the cameras onboard the vessel and other communication equipment. Before escaping, they
stole valuables and shot the Captain. Authorities were informed and a naval patrol team was dispatched
to the location to assist. The Fishing Vessel managed to sail into Freetown Port and the Captain was
hospitalized and underwent surgical treatment.
On 22 July 2023, a Chinese Fishing Vessel, Shenghai2, was approached, boarded and hijacked by
pirates while underway at position Latitude 08:22 North and Longitude 013:32 West, around 18nm SW
of Freetown, Sierra Leone, at approximately 0500 UTC.
The IMB Piracy Reporting Centre received information from Regional Authorities that 13 masked
pirates armed with guns attacked and hijacked the Fishing Vessel and took all 23 crew members hostage.
The Liberian Coast guard located the fishing vessel off Monrovia, Liberia. After an exchange of gunfire
between the pirates and the Coast guard, the fishing vessel and crews were rescued. Two pirates were
detained while others managed to escape.
Somalia:
On 14 December 2023, a Malta flagged Bulk Carrier, MV Ruen was approached, boarded and hijacked
by armed persons while underway at position Latitude 12:03 North and Longitude 061:20 East, around
700nm East of Bossaso, Somalia, at approximately 1200 UTC.
Further details awaited.
The Congo:
On 25 March 2023, a Liberian flagged Product Tanker, MT Monjasa Reformer, was approached,
boarded and hijacked by pirates while underway at position Latitude 05:29.3 South and Longitude
009:34.0 East, around 144nm WSW of Pointe Noire, The Congo, at approximately 2239 UTC.
On being notified of the incident, the IMB Piracy Reporting Centre immediately informed the regional
authorities in the Gulf of Guinea and the French authorities to assist the tanker and its crew members.
The Owners had lost communication with their vessel and a missing tanker message was broadcast to
ships at sea. On 30 March 2023, a French navy warship intercepted the tanker Off Bonny, Nigeria. Six
crew were reported kidnapped. The tanker was escorted to a safe port.
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ACTUAL ATTACKS
SOUTH EAST ASIA (MALACCA STRAITS)
Ref Date Name of Ship Position Narration

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 26.10.2023 Merchia 01:24.20N – Around five to six robbers armed with
2030 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:03.33E, knives in a small boat, approached and
Steaming Marshall Islands Malacca Straits boarded the vessel while underway.
Boarded 36332 They went into the Master’s cabin and
9702493 stabbed him in his chest and hand.
Master was able to notify the bridge.
Alarm raised and crew mustered
resulting in the robbers escaping.
Second Officer and Chief Officer
tended to the Master’s stab wounds.
Vessel was diverted to Singapore
anchorage. On anchoring, a medical
team disembarked the Master for shore
medical assistance and the Singapore
coast guard boarded the ship to
investigate.
SOUTH EAST ASIA (EXCLUDING MALACCA STRAITS)

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 04.01.2023 HK Tug 3 01:17.8N – Around three to four unauthorised
0555 UTC Tug 104:10.5E, persons, in fishing boats, boarded the
Steaming Singapore Singapore barge under tow, stole some of the scrap
Boarded 253 Straits metal being transported by the barge
9399686 and escaped. Incident reported to
Singapore VTIS and a coast guard boat
LKH 9889 responded.
Barge
Singapore
1834
-
2. 05.01.2023 SINHIN 5 01:21N – Unauthorised persons boarded the
0400 - 1000 Tug 104:21E, barge laden with scrap metal, stole
UTC Malaysia Singapore some of the cargo and escaped.
Steaming 145 Straits
Boarded 8739451
SINHIN 6
Barge
Malaysia
1479
-
3. 25.01.2023 Ceto 06:14.32S – Around five persons in a small boat
1915 UTC Product Tanker 108:25.33E, approached the anchored tanker. Duty
30
Anchored Panama Balongan crew on rounds noticed one

Boarded 27972 Anchorage, unauthorised person standing on the
9305348 Indonesia poop deck assisting another one to
board. Alarm raised and crew mustered.
Seeing the crew alertness, the
unauthorised persons escaped with their
accomplices in their boat. Incident
reported to port control. Nothing
reported stolen.
4. 27.01.2023 Izumi 01:02.53N – Two unauthorised persons boarded the
1530 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:38.85E, ship underway. Alarm raised, crew
Steaming Marshall Islands Singapore mustered and VTIS informed. Seeing
Boarded 43987 Straits the crew alertness, the persons escaped
9901831 without stealing anything. The coast
guard escorted the ship to a safe
anchorage and then boarded the ship for
investigations.
5. 28.01.2023 LBC Green 05:30.0S – Second engineer onboard the anchored
2140 UTC Bulk Carrier 105:17.2E, ship noticed four unauthorized persons
Anchored Malta Panjang in the engine room. He shouted at them,
Boarded 42744 Anchorage, and the persons ran inside the steering
9609469 Indonesia flat. The 2/E rushed and locked the
steering flat door from outside and
informed bridge. Alarm raised and crew
mustered. The incident was reported to
the local agent and port authorities. The
authorities boarded the ship and made a
search. No unauthorized persons were
found, and nothing stolen.
6. 01.02.2023 HK Tug 9 01:17.57N – Three unauthorised persons were seen
Around 0630 Tug 104:10.52E, boarding the barge under tow. Incident
UTC Singapore Around 2.8nm reported to VTIS East and a Malaysian
Steaming 299 South of Coast guard patrol boat intercepted the
Boarded 9767120 Pengerang tug and barge for investigation. Cargo
Terminal, of scrap metal reported stolen.
LKH 2882 Malaysia
Barge
Singapore
4430
-
7. 08.02.2023 HK TUG 2 01:11.50N – Four unauthorised persons boarded the
0930 UTC Tug 103:51.74E, barge under tow, stole some of its scrap
Steaming Singapore Singapore metal cargo and escaped. Master
Boarded 152 Straits reported the incident to Singapore VTS.
9210763
LKH 3883
Barge
Singapore
1847
-
8. 14.02.2023 Spica Harmony 01:15.7N – Two robbers armed with knives
2110 UTC Bulk Carrier 104:12.3E, boarded the ship underway and entered
Steaming Liberia Singapore the engine room. The robbers were
Boarded 22664 Straits spotted by the duty crew. Alarm raised
9832468 and crew mustered. A search was
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carried out and engine stores reported

stolen. All crew members safe.
9. 17.02.2023 Ocean Creation 01:15.9N – Duty crew onboard the ship underway
2010 UTC Bulk Carrier 104:11.9E, spotted six unauthorized persons at the
Steaming Japan Singapore engine room entrance door. Alarm
Boarded 106352 Straits raised and crew mustered. Seeing the
9398125 crew alertness, the unauthorized
persons escaped. Incident reported to
VTIS and later a patrol boat arrived at
the location. A search was carried out
and nothing reported stolen.
10. 23.02.2023 Metis 05:29.90S – Three robbers armed with long knives
1954 UTC Product Tanker 105:18.14E, boarded the anchored tanker during
Anchored Singapore Panjang heavy rain. They entered the engine
Boarded 5256 Anchorage, room, threatened the duty engineer and
9498949 Indonesia stole ship’s engine spares. Incident
reported to the OOW who raised the
alarm resulting in the robbers escaping
in a waiting boat along with two
accomplices. Incident reported to VTIS.
11. 10.03.2023 Chios Trinity 01:04.06N – Duty crew onboard the ship underway
2112 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:35.72E, spotted three perpetrators onboard the
Steaming Greece Singapore ship and raised the alarm resulting in
Boarded 27989 Straits the perpetrators escaping without
9279379 stealing anything. Incident reported to
local authorities.
12. 12.03.2023 Merkur Horizon 14:35.8N – Duty crew on routine rounds onboard
2050 UTC Container 120:52.0E, the anchored ship noticed the forecastle
Anchored Liberia Manila store door open and raised the alarm.
Boarded 41331 Anchorage, Crew mustered and a search was carried
9456989 Philippines out. Ship’s properties reported stolen.
VTMS port were informed.
13. 18.03.2023 CO Nagoya 14:32.81N – Duty AB on routine rounds onboard the
2015 UTC Container 120:53.08E, anchored ship noticed a small boat with
Anchored Panama Manila two unidentified persons alongside near
Boarded 40165 Anchorage, the forecastle and an additional three
9380271 Philippines persons on the forecastle deck. Alarm
raised and ship's horn sounded. Hearing
the alarm, the persons escaped with
their accomplices. A search was carried
out and ship’s stores were reported as
stolen. Incident reported to Manila port
control. Two patrol boats were
dispatched and searched the waters
around the ship.
14. 19.03.2023 Stolt Sakura 03:55.5N – Two robbers boarded the anchored
1915 UTC Product Tanker 098:44.9E, tanker via the anchor chain and broke
Anchored Cayman Islands Belawan into the paint store. Duty crew spotted
Boarded 7228 Anchorage, the robbers and raised the alarm
9432969 Indonesia resulting in the robbers escaping
without stealing anything.
15. 29.03.2023 Volta 01:04.1N – Four robbers armed with a gun boarded
1357 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:40.7E, the ship underway using a rope attached
Steaming Marshall Islands Singapore to a hook and entered the engine room.
Boarded 92053 Straits Alert crew noticed the robbers and
9587362 raised the alarm. All crew mustered.
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Seeing the crew alertness, the robbers

escaped with stolen engine spares. The
incident was reported to Singapore
VTIS and the ship was escorted by
Singapore coast guard.
16. 31.03.2023 Prabhu Shakti 01:05.79N – Around five to six unauthorised persons
1705 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:33.36E, boarded the ship underway. Master
Steaming Singapore Singapore observed the perpetrators on the poop
Boarded 44213 Straits deck and immediately raised the alarm.
9398981 Hearing the alarm, the persons escaped
in their speed boat. Crew mustered, a
search was carried out and engine
spares were reported stolen. A white
colour drone was sighted by the 3/O and
4/E near the stern of the ship, which the
crew suspect was used by the
perpetrators to monitor the ship’s
activity. Incident reported to VTIS.
Once the ship arrived at the pilot station
the coast guard boarded the ship for
investigation.
17. 02.04.2023 Gibraltar Eagle 01:08.6N – Duty crew onboard the ship underway
1755 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:28.7E, spotted five unauthorised persons in the
Steaming Marshall Islands Singapore engine room and immediately informed
Boarded 36332 Straits the OOW who raised the alarm. Upon
9702508 hearing the alarm, the perpetrators
escaped with stolen engine spares.
Crew mustered and a search was carried
out. The incident was reported to VTIS.
On anchoring the Singapore authorities
boarded the ship for investigation.
18. 02.04.2023 Name Withheld 01:46.16N – Three persons in a small boat
2000 UTC Chemical Tanker 101:21.73E, approached the berthed tanker. Duty
Berthed Liberia OSM Jetty 1, crew immediately informed the bridge
Boarded 17139 Lubuk Gaung, after identifying one unauthorised
- Indonesia person onboard the tanker. Seeing the
crew alertness, the person escaped
without stealing anything. Incident
reported to local agent.
19. 04.04.2023 Ever Boomy 14:36.5N – Around eight robbers armed with
1802 UTC Container 120:52.0E, knives and iron bars boarded the
Anchored Panama Manila anchored ship. Alarm raised, ship’s
Boarded 33266 Anchorage, whistle sounded, and crew mustered.
9787015 Philippines VTMS informed. The robbers stole
ship’s properties and escaped. Coast
guard boarded the ship for inspection.
One crew on duty was injured during
the incident.
20. 14.04.2023 Maersk Ningbo 14:33.45N – Duty crew on routine rounds onboard
2055 - 2130 Container 120:55.55E, the anchored ship noticed the forward
UTC Hong Kong Manila store broken into and ship’s properties
Anchored 26404 Quarantine reported stolen. The theft was reported
Boarded 9402639 Anchorage, to Manila VTMS and the authorities
Philippines boarded for investigation.
21. 16.04.2023 Name Withheld 03:55.1N – Duty watchman onboard the anchored
2145 UTC Chemical Tanker 098:46.2E, tanker noticed unauthorised persons
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Anchored Cayman Islands Belawan near the paint locker and raised the
Boarded 25196 Anchorage, alarm. Seeing the watchman, the
- Indonesia persons jumped overboard and escaped
in a small wooden boat with stolen
ship’s stores. Port Authorities informed
through the agent.
22. 22.04.2023 Lion Kimtrans TB 01:16.8N – Unauthorized persons boarded the
0130 UTC 6 104:06.8E, barge under tow, stole some of the scrap
Steaming Tug Singapore metal cargo and escaped. Incident
Boarded Malaysia Straits reported to Singapore VTIS.
138
8535506
Asia Pride 2330

Barge
Malaysia
1352
-
23. 30.04.2023 Rainbow Star 01:15.5N – Duty Engineer on board the tanker
1830 UTC Product Tanker 104:13.0E, underway spotted four unauthorized
Steaming Hong Kong Singapore persons and immediately informed the
Boarded 26914 Straits OOW. Alarm raised and crew mustered
9380049 resulting in the persons escaping
reported to Singapore VTIS.
24. 09.05.2023 Lanpan 30 01:12.90N – Unauthorised persons boarded the
1600 - 1800 Tug 103:21.98E, unmanned barge under tow, twice
UTC Singapore Singapore within three hours. Incident reported
Steaming 1283 Straits to local authorities via VHF.
Boarded 9734551
Ombak Biru Satu

Barge
Malaysia
2298
-
25. 21.05.2023 Lucky Source 01:05N – Four robbers armed with a knife,
1800 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:33E, boarded the ship underway. Alarm
Steaming Singapore Singapore raised and crew mustered resulting in
Boarded 32505 Straits the robbers escaping with stolen ship’s
9333929 stores. All crew reported safe. Incident
reported to Singapore Police Coast
guard.
26. 25.05.2023 Corinthian Phoenix 01:26.3N – Duty crew on routine rounds noticed the
1900 - 2300 Bulk Carrier 104:30.4E, storeroom broken into and ship’s
UTC Panama Singapore properties missing. Theft reported to
Steaming 93050 Straits local authorities.
Boarded 9451628
27. 29.05.2023 Nord Adriatic 01:04.41N – Four robbers armed with a knife,
1500 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:42.24E, boarded the ship underway. They took
Steaming Singapore Singapore hostage and tied the duty crew, stole
Boarded 34830 Straits personal properties and ship’s engine
9767584 spares. Alert crew raised the alarm and
crew mustered. Hearing the alarm, the
robbers escaped with stolen ship’s
engine spare parts and personal
34
properties. Incident reported to local

authority.
28. 02.06.2023 Orange Harmony 01:17.3N – Unnoticed, thieves boarded the
1900 UTC Bulk Carrier 104:02.0E, anchored ship while the crew were busy
Anchored Panama Singapore with bunkering operations and store
Boarded 43088 Straits replenishment. They stole ship’s engine
9764099 spares. The theft was noticed after
departure. Footprints were discovered
at the poop deck and a search was
carried out.
29. 04.06.2023 Merkur Horizon 14:36.7N – Unnoticed, robbers boarded the
1750 UTC Container 120:50.5E, anchored ship, stole ship’s properties,
Anchored Liberia Manila and escaped. Theft noticed by deck
Boarded 41331 Anchorage, crew on routine rounds. Incident
9456989 Philippines reported to VTMS Manila via VHF
Ch.16.
30. 10.06.2023 CL Century 01:09.83N – Duty Engineer on board the ship
1735 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:26.77E, underway spotted four unauthorized
Steaming Belgium Singapore persons in the engine storeroom and
Boarded 34349 Straits immediately informed the Master.
9715816 Alarm raised and crew mustered
resulting in the persons escaping
31. 21.06.2023 Sea Vigour 01:05.4N – Duty engineer onboard the tanker under
1910 UTC Tanker 103:42.8E, pilotage spotted two unauthorised
Steaming Malta Singapore persons armed with knives trying to
Boarded 81368 Straits gain access to the steering gear room.
9774185 Alarm raised, crew mustered, and a
search carried out. The incident was
reported to VTIS and once anchored,
the Singapore authorities boarded the
tanker for investigation.
32. 23.06.2023 Bonny Island 01:16.47N – Four unauthorised persons boarded the
1630 UTC Bulk Carrier 104:11.87E, ship underway and entered the engine
Steaming Hong Kong Singapore room. They were spotted by the duty
Boarded 32377 Straits engine crew. Alarm raised and crew
9610731 mustered. A search was carried out and
found that engine spares were stolen.
The incident was reported to VTIS.
33. 26.06.2023 Lila Ace 01:42.2N – Duty oiler onboard the anchored tanker
2000 UTC Product Tanker 101:28.7E, noticed three robbers armed with steel
Anchored Liberia Dumai Inner bars near the engine room. The robbers
Boarded 11662 Anchorage, saw the duty oiler and threatened to
9352597 Indonesia attack him, but the oiler managed to
escape and raised the alarm. Crew
mustered. Seeing the alerted crew, the
robbers escaped. Authorities notified
via agent.
34. 02.07.2023 Marianna Golden 06:01.0S – Duty crew on rounds onboard the
2045 UTC LPG Tanker 106:54.2E, anchored tanker noticed an
Anchored Indonesia Tanjung Priok unauthorized person on the aft deck.
Boarded 17527 Anchorage, Alarm raised and crew mustered.
9166766 Jakarta, Hearing the alarm, the person escaped
Indonesia with his accomplices in their boat. A
35
search was carried out, nothing reported

stolen.
35. 11.07.2023 Atlantic Prestige 01:05.6N – Five robbers armed with a knife
2000 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:33.4E, boarded the ship underway. The robbers
Steaming Marshall Islands Singapore threatened the duty oiler on routine
Boarded 35906 Straits rounds who retreated and alerted the
9856232 bridge. Alarm raised, PA
announcement made, and crew
mustered. Upon hearing the alarm, the
engine spare parts. Incident reported to
Singapore VTIS. All crew members
reported safe.
36. 14.07.2023 Efraim A. 01:16.53N – Five robbers armed with knives
1810 UTC Bulk Carrier 104:14.78E, boarded the ship underway. Duty
Steaming Cyprus Singapore watchman noticed the robbers and
Boarded 43024 Straits immediately informed the bridge.
9520778 Alarm raised and all deck lights
switched on. Upon hearing the alarm,
the robbers jumped overboard and
escaped with stolen crew personal
belongings and ship’s spares. Incident
37. 15.07.2023 Tomini Royalty 01:02.58N – Around five to six robbers armed with
1308 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:39.09E, knives boarded the ship underway.
Steaming Marshall Islands Singapore Alarm raised and crew mustered. Upon
Boarded 44015 Straits hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped
9842736 with stolen engine spares. Incident
reported to Singapore VTS and once the
ship anchored, the coast guard boarded
the ship for investigation.
38. 19.07.2023 Super Ruby 01:10.54N – Three robbers armed with knives
1925 UTC Tanker 103:56.60E, boarded the anchored tanker. Alarm
Anchored Marshall Islands Batam raised and crew mustered. Seeing the
Boarded 30965 Anchorage, crew alertness, the robbers escaped.
9308120 Indonesia Incident reported to the Batam VTIS.
39. 21.07.2023 Fiji 01:04.17N – Six robbers armed with knives boarded
1925 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:41.66E, the ship underway. They took hostage
Steaming Malta Singapore and tied up the 2/E and 4/E. Prior to
Boarded 43990 Straits escaping the robbers stole engine spares
9630664 and personal effects of the 4/E. The
crew were released by the C/E who
raised the alarm. Incident reported to
VTIS and Singapore Port Police. The
authorities boarded the ship for
investigation.
40. 21.07.2023 Stella Alice 01:08.6N – Duty oiler on routine rounds onboard
2215 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:28.4E, the ship underway noticed four persons
Steaming Singapore Singapore in the engine room. Alarm raised and
Boarded 94710 Straits crew mustered. Hearing the alarm and
9522697 seeing the crew alertness, the persons
escaped with stolen ship’s engine
spares.
41. 22.07.2023 Name Withheld 13:46.0N – Duty crew on routine rounds onboard
1900-2200 Offshore 120:59.3E, the anchored tanker noticed the hawse
UTC Processing Ship pipe cover open and notified the duty
36
Anchored Panama Batangas officer. On searching the vessel, ship’s

Boarded 103746 Anchorage, properties were reported as stolen.
- Philippines
42. 22.07.2023 Edzard Schulte 05:32.76S – Three robbers armed with knives were
2050 UTC Product Tanker 105:18.55E, noticed in the engine room by duty crew
Anchored Isle of Man Tarahan onboard an anchored tanker. Alarm
Boarded 11246 Anchorage, raised and crew mustered. Upon
9439852 Indonesia hearing the alarm, the robbers escaped
with stolen engine spares. Incident
reported to Panjang VTS via VHF Ch
16. Local authorities boarded the tanker
for investigation.
43. 23.07.2023 Jin Hwa 49 01:17.84N – Four robbers in a wooden boat
1420 UTC Tug 104:10.92E, approached and boarded the laden
Steaming Malaysia Singapore barge under tow. The tug Captain
Boarded 143 Straits noticed the robbers stealing scrap metal
9373981 from the barge and immediately
reported the incident to the Owners,
Jin Hwa 39 who in turn notified the Authorities.
Barge The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement
Malaysia Agencies (MMEA) sent a patrol boat to
1479 the location and were able to apprehend
- the robbers.
44. 06.08.2023 Jal Kamal 01:16.5N – Duty 2/E onboard the ship underway
1650 UTC Bulk Carrier 104:15.1E, noticed several unauthorized persons in
Steaming Marshall Islands Singapore the engine room store and notified the
Boarded 35835 Straits C/E and 2/O. General alarm raised,
9875056 VTIS informed, crew mustered, and a
search was carried out. No unauthorized
persons were found onboard, but some
M/E spares were missing.
45. 08.08.2023 Osaka Star 01:02.69N – Four unauthorised persons boarded the
1350 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:38.98E, ship underway and entered the engine
Steaming Liberia Singapore room. Alert crew noticed the persons
Boarded 47003 Straits and raised the alarm resulting in the
9740809 persons escaping with stolen engine
spares. The incident was reported to
VTIS and once the ship anchored the
Singapore authorities boarded the ship
for investigation.
46. 08.08.2023 Doric Warrior 01:02.9N – Ten robbers armed with knives and
1435 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:30.0E, steel bars boarded the ship underway
Steaming Liberia Singapore and entered the engine room. They took
Boarded 51208 Straits hostage and tied up the 3/E in the
9453511 Engine Control Room. Prior to
escaping, the robbers stole engine
spares. On activation of the dead man
alarm, the C/E found the 3/E tied up and
immediately informed the Master.
General alarm raised and incident
reported to Singapore VTS. Coast guard
boarded the ship for investigation.
47. 08.08.2023 Sophocles Graecia 01:03.94N – Duty oiler onboard the ship underway
1930 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:41.22E, noticed three robbers in the engine
Steaming Cyprus Singapore room and immediately notified the
Boarded 44095 Straits bridge. Alarm raised, VTIS informed,
37
9843730 and all crew mustered. A search was

carried out and ship’s engine spares
were reported stolen. After dropping
anchor, the coast guard boarded the ship
for investigation.
48. 10.08.2023 CNC Pluto 14:35.58N – Eight robbers armed with guns boarded
1602 UTC Container 120:50.53E, the anchored ship. They took the duty
Anchored Malta Manila crew hostage, tied him up and stole his
Boarded 18826 Anchorage, cell phone. Alam raised and the crew
9760586 Philippines mustered. Seeing the alerted crew, the
robbers escaped. The incident was
reported to VTMS and Philippines
Coast guard boarded the ship for
investigation.
49. 23.08.2023 Shotan 01:43.18N – Duty crew onboard the anchored tanker
1850 UTC Chemical Tanker 101:26.23E, noticed three robbers armed with knives
Anchored Panama Dumai Inner near the engine room. The robbers
Boarded 5518 Anchorage threatened the duty crew, who fled from
9709271 Indonesia the vicinity and raised the alarm
resulting in the robbers escaping with
stolen engine spare parts.
50. 29.08.2023 SLNC Severn 03:47.30N – Duty crew onboard the berthed ship
0900 UTC Bulk Carrier 098:42.21E, noticed three robbers armed with knives
Berthed USA Berth 112, on the forecastle. Alarm raised and
Boarded 33737 Belawan Port, crew mustered. Upon hearing the alarm,
9629988 Indonesia the robbers escaped with stolen ship’s
stores. Incident reported to the local
authorities through the local agent.
51. 31.08.2023 Yangze 8 01:02.8N – Around three robbers armed with a gun
1730 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:40.4E, boarded the ship underway. The duty
Steaming Liberia Singapore engineer was made to squat with his
Boarded 36426 Straits hands behind his head while the robbers
9725732 stole engine spares and escaped. Alarm
raised, crew mustered, and incident
reported to the Singapore and
Indonesian Authorities. The Singapore
Authorities escorted the ship to the
anchorage and boarded for
investigation.
52. 13.10.2023 TRF Horten 01:03.2N – Duty Engineer on board the tanker
1700 UTC Tanker 103:38.5E, underway spotted four unauthorised
Steaming Marshall Islands Singapore persons on deck and immediately
Boarded 157316 Straits informed the bridge. Alarm raised, PA
9740342 announcement made, and crew
mustered resulting in the persons
escaping with stolen ship’s engine spare
parts. The incident was reported to
VTIS and once anchored, the Singapore
authorities boarded to investigate.
53. 15.10.2023 PS Falcon 01:02.7N – Six robbers armed with knives boarded
1850 UTC Tanker 103:39.1E, the tanker underway. Three engine crew
Steaming Panama Singapore were tied up and their heads covered
Boarded 40690 Straits with cardboard boxes. After about
9283617 twenty minutes, one of the engine crew
managed to untie himself and the
others. Master was informed, general
38
alarm raised, and PA announcement

made. Incident reported to Singapore
VTIS and the tanker was instructed to
anchor. Singapore coast guard boarded
the tanker for investigation. It was
found that engine spares were stolen.
54. 16.10.2023 Fairchem Edge 03:47.28N – Security watchmen onboard the berthed
2230 UTC Product Tanker 098:41.83E, tanker informed the watchkeeper that
Berthed Marshall Islands Berth 107, manifold items had been stolen. Theft
Boarded 11917 Belawan Port, confirmed by chief officer after
9788954 Indonesia investigating. Incident reported to the
local agent.
55. 17.10.2023 Maersk Valencia 05:48.53N – Upon sailing from port duty crew
2230 UTC Container 118:05.06E, noticed ship’s properties missing.
Berthed Singapore Sandakan Port,
Boarded 18327 Sabah,
9344954 Malaysia
56. 22.10.2023 Navios Helios 01:04.2N – About four or five robbers armed with a
1650 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:35.9E, gun and knives boarded the vessel
Steaming Panama Singapore underway. They took hostage the third
Boarded 40689 Straits engineer and tied him up. Duty oiler
9330317 noticed the robbers and raised the alarm
resulting in the robbers escaping with
stolen spare parts. Incident was reported
to Singapore VTIS and the Singapore
coast guard boarded the ship for
investigation.
57. 23.10.2023 Etoile 01:10N – Duty crew onboard the vessel underway
1700 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:26E, noticed three unauthorized persons
Steaming Liberia Singapore entering the engine room. One of the
Boarded 87590 Straits persons was armed with a knife. The
9232060 duty crew notified the bridge. Ship’s
general alarm raised, announcement
made on PA and VTIS informed. A
small boat trail was noticed on the radar
screen, moving away from the ship.
Crew mustered and a search was made.
Footprints were found in the steering
gear room leading to the main deck.
Nothing reported stolen. Vessel
anchored at Eastern bunkering
anchorage and the coast guard boarded
for inspection.
58. 01.11.2023 Matsushiro 01:43.25N – Five robbers armed with knives
1845 UTC General Cargo 101:26.61E, boarded an anchored ship. They
Anchored Panama Dumai threatened the duty AB, who managed
Boarded 9998 Anchorage, to escape and raise the alarm resulting
9477672 Indonesia in the robbers escaping with stolen
spare parts.
59. 14.11.2023 Argent Daisy 03:56.49N – Alert duty crew onboard an anchored
2245 UTC Product Tanker 098:45.20E, tanker noticed three perpetrators armed
Anchored Singapore Belawan with a knife. Alarm raised resulting in
Boarded 20517 Anchorage, the perpetrators escaping without
9382061 Indonesia stealing anything.
60. 19.11.2023 Argent Daisy 03:47.23N – Alert crew onboard the berthed tanker
2145 UTC Product Tanker 098:41.81E, noticed unauthorised persons on deck
39
Berthed Singapore Ujung Baru and raised the alarm resulting in the
Boarded 20517 Wharf No. 106, perpetrators escaping with stolen ship’s
9382061 Belawan Port, properties. Incident reported to the local
Indonesia authorities through the local agent.
61. 22.11.2023 Argent Daisy 01:43.20N – Four robbers armed with knives
2135 UTC Product Tanker 101:26.72E, boarded an anchored tanker. They
Anchored Singapore Dumai threatened and took hostage the duty
Boarded 20517 Anchorage, AB while the OS managed to escape
9382061 Indonesia and inform the Duty Officer. Alarm
raised and crew mustered. Seeing the
crew alertness, the perpetrators escaped
empty handed.
62. 25.11.2023 G. Crown 14:36.72N – Five unauthorised persons boarded an
1845 UTC Container 120:49.56E, anchored ship through the hawse pipe.
Anchored Liberia Manila Bay Duty AB on rounds noticed the persons
Boarded 18680 Anchorage, and raised the alarm resulting in the
9982483 Philippines persons escaping with stolen ship’s
properties. VTMS Manila notified, and
a patrol boat was dispatched to search
the area.
63. 25.11.2023 Hansa Colombo 14:35.58N – Duty crew onboard an anchored ship
1830 UTC Container 120:51.53E, noticed the storeroom open and ship’s
Anchored Marshall Islands Manila Bay properties missing. Theft reported to
Boarded 17964 Anchorage, VTMS Manila via VHF Ch.16/14 and
9357781 Philippines email.
64. 26.12.2023 Shokai 1:43.35N – Four robbers armed with long knives
1900 UTC Product Tanker 101:26.18E, boarded the anchored tanker. They took
Anchored Panama Dumai hostage the duty AB and tied him up.
Boarded 5997 Anchorage, The onboard shore security watchman
940710 Indonesia abandoned his post when threatened
with knives. Duty engineer on routine
rounds noticed the robbers and raised
the alarm resulting in the robbers
escaping with stolen engine spares.
Incident reported to the port authority
via local agent.
EAST ASIA

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 16.04.2023 Nordocelot 10:09.0N – Duty crew on routine rounds onboard
1730-2300 Container 107:09.0E, the drifting ship noticed the paint store
UTC Malta Ho Chi Minh padlock broken and ship’s stores stolen.
Steaming 18826 Anchorage, Crew tried to contact port control on
Boarded 9673642 Vietnam VHF but no response received.
2. 19.05.2023 Levante 10:14.5N – Duty AB on routine rounds onboard the
1645 UTC Bulk Carrier 107:02.6E, anchored ship, noticed the paint store
Anchored Malta Vung Tau padlock broken and ship’s stores stolen.
Boarded 51255 Anchorage, A search was carried out.
9457854 Vietnam
3. 05.11.2023 Elisabeth 10:13.4N – Unnoticed, robbers boarded an
1850 UTC Oldendorff 107:00.8E, anchored ship and escaped with ship’s
Anchored General Cargo stores. During security rounds, the
40
Boarded Portugal Vung Tau watchman noticed footprints on the

25431 Anchorage, deck and observed the paint store
9717656 Vietnam padlock broken and stores missing.
Alarm raised, crew mustered, and a
search was carried out. Incident
reported to port control.
INDIAN SUB-CONTINENT

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 17.04.2023 PPS Luck 22:02N – Unnoticed, robbers boarded the berthed
1615 UTC Bulk Carrier 008:05E, ship and escaped with engine spares.
Berthed Singapore Haldia Port, Authorities informed through the local
Boarded 30811 India agent.
9407524
2. 24.04.2023 Solar Roma 22:45.4N – Crew onboard the anchored tanker
2000 UTC Product Tanker 070:00.9E, noticed ship’s cargo equipment missing.
Anchored Liberia Kandla Checking the CCTV footage showed
Boarded 18335 Anchorage, five unauthorised persons onboard the
9887372 India tanker. Incident reported to port control.
3. 23.05.2023 Success 22:16.53N – Around six to eight robbers armed with
1915 UTC Tanker 091:48.16E, knives boarded the berthed tanker. Alert
Berthed India Berth DOJ-03, crew raised the alarm and mustered
Boarded 29335 Chittagong, resulting in the robbers escaping with
9285718 Bangladesh stolen ship’s stores. Incident reported to
the coast guard who boarded the tanker
for investigation.
4. 20.09.2023 Maersk Belfast 17.02.7N – Crew onboard an anchored tanker
1730 UTC Product Tanker 082:26.2E, noticed the ship's stores stolen. Alarm
Anchored Singapore Kakinada raised, search carried out and incident
Boarded 19758 Anchorage, reported to the local authorities who
9299446 India boarded and inspected the tanker.
5. 13.11.2023 Ginga Kite 22:48.6N – Alert duty crew onboard an anchored
1705 UTC Product Tanker 069:59.9E, tanker noticed around ten robbers armed
Anchored Singapore Kandla with knives. Ship’s horn sounded, PA
Boarded 12044 Anchorage, announcement made, and crew
9228291 India mustered. Seeing the crew alertness, the
properties. Authorities boarded the
tanker for investigation and later
managed to recover all the stolen ship’s
properties.
AMERICAS

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 09.01.2023 Name Withheld 12:01.5S – Four robbers armed with knives boarded
0425 UTC General Cargo 077:12.0W, the anchored ship via the anchor chain
Anchored Portugal Callao and broke into the forecastle store. Duty
Boarded 7498 Anchorage, watchman on routine rounds was
41
- Peru threatened with a knife as he

approached the forecastle. Alarm raised,
ship’s horn sounded, and crew
mustered. Hearing the alarm and seeing
the crew alertness, the robbers escaped
without stealing anything. Local
authorities informed through the agents.
2. 19.01.2023 NYK Rigel 10:12.8N – Three unauthorised persons boarded the
0540 UTC Container 075:50.6W, ship underway. Alarm raised, ship’s
Steaming Panama Cartagena, horn sounded, crew mustered, and coast
Boarded 55487 Colombia guard notified. Hearing the alarm and
9416977 seeing the crew alertness the persons
escaped in their boat. The coast guard
escorted the ship and after berthing
boarded the ship for investigation. All
crew safe.
3. 21.02.2023 Los Angeles Spirit 12:01.4S – Three robbers armed with knives
0548 UTC Tanker 077:13.2W, boarded the anchored tanker, stole
Anchored Bahamas Callao ship’s stores, and escaped. Alarm
Boarded 81339 Anchorage, raised, ship’s horn sounded, and crew
9318072 Peru mustered. Incident was reported to the
Port Authorities and a patrol boat was
dispatched to search the waters around
the tanker.
4. 28.02.2023 Brigitte 00:05N – Five robbers armed with long knives
0245 UTC Bulk Carrier 050:58W, boarded the anchored ship. Duty crew
Anchored Cyprus Macapa on routine rounds noticed the robbers
Boarded 34206 Anchorage, near the forecastle and informed the
9730270 Brazil duty officer. Alarm raised, ship’s horn
sounded, crew mustered, and port
control notified. Hearing the alarm and
seeing the crew alertness, the robbers
escaped with the stolen ship’s stores.
5. 09.03.2023 Gillingham 12:01.25S – Around 15 robbers armed with knives
0645 UTC Bulk Carrier 077:13.44W, boarded the anchored ship. They
Anchored Marshall Islands Callao assaulted and tied the duty crew and
Boarded 32837 Anchorage, stole his cell phone. Alarm raised and
9490741 Peru crew mustered. The robbers escaped
with stolen ship’s properties. Incident
was reported to the Port Authorities and
a patrol boat was dispatched to search
the waters around the ship.
6. 26.03.2023 Sankaty Eagle 12:01.83S – Unauthorised persons boarded the
2359 UTC Bulk Carrier 077:12.08W, anchored ship and attempted to steal
Anchored Marshall Islands Callao ship’s property. Deck watch noticed the
Boarded 32839 Anchorage, persons and notified the OOW who
9490820 Peru raised the alarm and sounded the ship’s
horn. Port control informed via VHF
Ch.16. All crew mustered on the bridge.
Hearing the alarm and seeing the crew
alertness, the persons escaped without
stealing anything. Coast guard boarded
the ship for inspection.
7. 28.03.2023 Tomini Entity 12:00.58S – Ten robbers armed with knives boarded
0730 UTC Bulk Carrier 077:13.77W, the anchored ship. They took hostage
Anchored Marshall Islands and tied the duty crew, stole crew
42
Boarded 36380 Callao personnel belongings, and escaped with

9831775 Anchorage, stolen ship’s stores. Incident reported to
Peru the Port Authorities and the Coast guard
boarded the ship for investigations.
8. 27.04.2023 MSC Bari 12:00.7S – Unauthorised persons boarded the
0700 UTC Container 077:13.4W, anchored ship, tied two duty crew, stole
Anchored Liberia Callao their personal properties and ship’s
Boarded 153115 Anchorage, stores, and escaped. Alarm raised, crew
9461441 Peru mustered, and a search was carried out.
Incident was reported to the port control
and a patrol boat was dispatched to the
location.
9. 03.06.2023 Bochem London 12:00.77S – An unauthorised person boarded the
0842 UTC Chemical Tanker 077:11.76W, anchored tanker from the bow area and
Anchored Hong Kong Callao unlashed the anchor hawse pipe cover
Boarded 12136 Anchorage, giving access to his accomplices. They
9743849 Peru broke into the forecastle store and stole
ship’s stores. Alert crew noticed the
thieves and raised the alarm resulting in
the persons escaping with the stolen
items.
10. 21.06.2023 Caipirinha 12:02.09S – Unnoticed, perpetrators boarded the
0500-0905 Bulk Carrier 077:11.08W, anchored ship, stole ship’s stores and
UTC Liberia Callao escaped. Theft noticed by duty crew on
Anchored 25546 Anchorage, routine rounds. Incident reported to the
Boarded 9714769 Peru local agent.
11. 24.07.2023 Nippon Maru 12:01.25S – Duty crew on routine rounds onboard
0830 UTC Bulk Carrier 077:12.06W, the anchored ship, noticed the store
Anchored Panama Callao padlock broken and ship’s stores stolen.
Boarded 31244 Anchorage, A search was carried out and no
9478949 Peru unauthorised persons were found
onboard the ship. Incident was reported
to the Port Control and a patrol boat was
dispatched to the location.
12. 02.09.2023 Name Withheld 11:59.8S – Four robbers armed with knives boarded
0720 UTC Product Tanker 077:12.4W, the anchored tanker. They took the duty
Anchored Denmark Callao crew as hostage and tied him up.
Boarded 30302 Anchorage, General alarm raised. Hearing the
- Peru alarm, the robbers escaped with stolen
ship’s properties and stores. Incident
was reported to the Port Control and the
coast guard boarded the ship for
investigation.
13. 23.09.2023 Murex 11:59.3S – Six persons in a small boat approached
0830 UTC LNG Tanker 077:13.7W, the anchored tanker. Two persons
Anchored Bahamas Callao armed with knives managed to board the
Boarded 113557 Anchorage, tanker by crawling in between the
9705641 Peru anchor chain and hawse pipe cover
which they later removed. The persons
threw the hawse pipe cover securing bar
towards approaching crew, who raised
the alarm resulting in the persons
escaping in their boat. Nothing reported
stolen. Several attempts were made to
call the Authorities, but no response
received.
43
14. 29.09.2023 Maetiga 12:00.6S – Around 15 to 18 robbers boarded the

0650 UTC Product Tanker 077:11.6W, anchored tanker. They tied up the duty
Anchored Libya Callao crew and shore watchmen on routine
Boarded 29341 Anchorage, rounds and held them at knifepoint. The
9386861 Peru robbers stole ship’s stores and escaped.
The incident was reported to port VTS
TRAMAR and Peru coastguard boarded
the tanker for investigation.
15. 16.11.2023 Nordmosel 12:01.36S – Two robbers armed with a gun boarded
0540 UTC Bulk Carrier 077:11.85W, an anchored vessel and stole ship’s
Anchored Portugal Callao stores. Incident reported to Callao VTS
Boarded 25546 Anchorage, port control. All crew safe.
9741877 Peru
AFRICA (SOMALIA / GULF OF ADEN / RED SEA)

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 14.12.2023 Ruen 12:03N – Armed persons boarded and hijacked
1200 UTC Bulk Carrier 061:20E, the ship underway and sailed it towards
Steaming Malta Around 700nm the Somali coast. Further details
Hijacked 27781 East of Bossaso, awaited.
9754903 Somalia
AFRICA (EXCLUDING SOMALIA / GULF OF ADEN / RED SEA)

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 25.01.2023 Seaclipper 04:55N – Duty officer onboard the anchored
2350 UTC Product Tanker 001:05W, tanker spotted three unauthorised
Anchored Hong Kong Takoradi persons on the forecastle deck. Alarm
Boarded 30302 Anchorage, raised, crew mustered, and port control
9570101 Ghana notified. Hearing the alarm and seeing
the crew alertness the persons escaped
without stealing anything. A patrol
boat was dispatched to the location and
investigated.
2. 02.03.2023 Nord Stingray 04:53.7N – Duty crew onboard the anchored tanker
0236 UTC Product Tanker 001:41.2W, noticed an unauthorised person near the
Anchored Denmark Takoradi forecastle and immediately raised the
Boarded 30010 Anchorage, alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the
9419735 Ghana individual escaped with stolen ship's
stores. The incident was reported to
Takoradi port control, and a patrol boat
was sent to investigate.
3. 25.03.2023 Monjasa Reformer 05:03S – 009:35E, More than ten pirates armed with guns
2138 UTC Product Tanker Around 135nm attacked and boarded the tanker
Steaming Liberia WSW of Pointe underway. Alarm raised and all crew
Hijacked 8829 Noire, members mustered in the citadel. On
9255878 The Congo being notified of the incident, the IMB
Piracy Reporting Centre immediately
informed the regional authorities in the
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Gulf of Guinea and the French

authorities and requested their
assistance. The pirates managed to
break into the citadel, took hostage all
crew members, and took control of the
tanker. They hijacked the tanker and
sailed to another location. All
communication with the tanker was
lost as the pirates had destroyed the
navigational and communication
equipment. The IMB broadcast a
missing tanker message to all ships at
sea. On 30 March 2023, a French naval
asset intercepted the tanker Off Bonny,
Nigeria. Part of the cargo was stolen
and six crew were reported kidnapped.
The tanker was escorted to a safe port.
On 08 May 2023, the Owners
confirmed that the six kidnapped crew
were released safely.
4. 26.03.2023 Komodo 08:44.61S – Robbers in a canoe approached and
0230 UTC Offshore Tug 013:17.36E, boarded the anchored tug. Alert crew
Anchored Malta Luanda noticed the robbers and informed the
Boarded 2593 Anchorage, OOW who raised the alarm and crew
9328273 Angola mustered resulting in the robbers
escaping with stolen ship’s properties.
Port Authorities informed.
5. 10.04.2023 Success 9 00:06.9N – Twelve pirates armed with guns
1350 UTC Product Tanker 004:34.0W, attacked, boarded, and hijacked the
Steaming Singapore Around 307nm tanker underway. All communications
Hijacked 4374 SSW of Abidjan, with the tanker were lost. The pirates
9258131 Ivory Coast self-navigated the tanker. On being
notified of the incident, the IMB Piracy
Reporting Centre immediately
informed the regional and French
authorities in the Gulf of Guinea. A
missing tanker message was broadcast
to all ships to lookout for the tanker.
Position updates received from all
sources were communicated with the
relevant authorities for their
coordination. On 15 April 2023, a
French naval asset located the tanker
and the tanker escorted to a safe port by
an Ivory Coast guard patrol boat. The
pirates had destroyed the navigational
equipment, handcuffed all crew with
cable tie and stolen part of the cargo
before escaping. All crew reported
safe.
6. 25.04.2023 Bourbon Shamal 08:47.06S – Alert crew noticed unauthorised
0230 UTC Offshore Supply 013:14.85E, persons onboard the anchored vessel
Anchored Ship Luanda Inner attempting to steal an outboard engine
Boarded Panama Anchorage, of the FRC. Alarm raised and ship’s
464 Angola horn sounded resulting in the robbers
9656931
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escaping. Authorities informed and the

police boarded to investigate.
7. 28.04.2023 MSC Wave F 06:25.76N – Around eight armed robbers boarded
0500 UTC General Cargo 003:20.53E, the berthed ship. Alert crew on rounds
Berthed Liberia Tin Can Island spotted the robbers resulting in the
Boarded 11894 Terminal, persons escaping empty handed in their
9232462 Lagos, boat.
Nigeria
8. 02.05.2023 Grebe Bulker 00:18.4N – C/O onboard the anchored ship noticed
0030 UTC Bulk Carrier 009:24.3E, the door to the master’s cabin damaged,
Anchored Marshall Islands Owendo Inner opened and the Master missing. The
Boarded 33064 Anchorage, ship’s safe was also opened with
9441312 Gabon contents missing. On searching, the
2/O and 3/O were also missing, and
their cabin doors damaged and opened.
The incident was immediately reported
to the local authorities who boarded the
ship for investigation. The three
kidnapped crew were released on 21
May 2023.
9. 22.06.2023 Nyon 09:13.53N – Four robbers armed with guns boarded
0340 UTC Bulk Carrier 013:50.44W, the anchored ship. Duty crew noticed
Anchored Marshall Islands Conakry the robbers and notified the duty officer
Boarded 35564 Anchorage, who raised the alarm. SSAS activated
9888039 Guinea and all crew instructed to remain in
their cabins. The robbers entered the
accommodation, stole crew personal
belongings and contents from the
ship’s safe prior to escaping in a
waiting boat. One crew was injured
with minor bruises during the incident.
Port authorities notified and a patrol
boat was dispatched to the location for
investigation.
10. 28.06.2023 Maersk Roubaix 04:53.3N – Duty crew onboard the anchored ship
0055 UTC Container 001:38.6W, spotted three unauthorised persons on
Anchored Hong Kong Takoradi the main deck. Alarm raised, crew
Boarded 13800 Anchorage, mustered and port control notified.
9332688 Ghana Upon hearing the alarm, the persons
escaped with stolen ship's stores. The
incident was reported to Takoradi port
control and a patrol boat was sent to
investigate.
11. 30.06.2023 Oya 1 04:00.05N - Armed persons boarded the anchored
2245 UTC General Cargo 009:38.00E, general cargo vessel, kidnapped five
Anchored Panama Douala crew members and escaped. Alarm
Boarded 851 Anchorage, raised and a patrol boat came to assist.
8512126 Cameroon Remaining crew and vessel reported
safe.
12. 05.07.2023 Haci Erdogan 08:53N – Eight armed pirates boarded the fishing
0355 UTC Fishing Vessel 013:31W, vessel engaged in fishing activities.
Steaming Turkey Around 14.20nm They destroyed the cameras onboard
Boarded 249 WSW of Yelibuya the vessel and other communication
- Island, equipment. Before escaping, they stole
Sierra Leone valuables and shot the captain.
Authorities informed. A naval patrol
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team was dispatched to the location.

The vessel managed to sail into
Freetown port. The captain was
hospitalised and underwent surgical
treatment.
13. 10.07.2023 UAL Osprey 04:53.7N – Crew on routine rounds onboard the
0035 UTC General Cargo 001:41.8W, anchored ship noticed the rigged razor
Anchored Portugal Takoradi wire around the forward port bow
Boarded 6190 Anchorage, partly removed and two unauthorised
9594315 Ghana persons onboard. Alarm raised, crew
mustered, and port control informed.
Hearing the alarm and seeing the
alerted crew, the persons escaped
empty handed with their accomplices
who were waiting in a boat.
14. 16.07.2023 Vishva Vikas 19:55.21S – Crew onboard the anchored ship
1030 UTC Bulk Carrier 035:05.15E, noticed ship’s stores stolen. A search
Anchored India Beira Anchorage, was carried out. No unauthorised
Boarded 33185 Mozambique persons found onboard the ship.
9487902
15. 22.07.2023 Shenghai2 08:22N – The IMB Piracy Reporting Centre
0500 UTC Fishing Vessel 013:32W, received information from the
Steaming China Around 18nm SW Regional Authorities that 13 pirates
Hijacked - of Freetown, armed with guns boarded and hijacked
- Sierra Leone the fishing vessel underway and took
hostage its 23 crew. The Liberian Coast
guard located the vessel off Monrovia,
Liberia. After an exchange of gunfire
between the pirates and the Coast
guard, the vessel and crew were
secured. Two pirates were apprehended
while the others escaped.
16. 04.09.2023 Maersk Logger 08:44.67S – Two unauthorised persons in a canoe
0215 UTC Offshore Tug 013:18.41E, approached and boarded the anchored
Anchored Denmark Luanda tug. Duty AB on routine rounds noticed
Boarded 6821 Anchorage, the persons and immediately raised the
9425722 Angola alarm. Upon hearing the alarm, the
persons escaped with the stolen ship’s
properties.
17. 10.09.2023 MSC Wave F 06:25.7N – Around four to five robbers armed with
2335 UTC General Cargo 003:20.4E, knives and a steel bar boarded the
Berthed Liberia Tin Can Berth 10, berthed ship. Alarm raised and crew
Boarded 11894 Lagos, mustered. Seeing the crew alertness,
9232462 Nigeria the robbers escaped in a wooden boat
with stolen ship’s properties.
18. 29.09.2023 Nordsun 31:10.51N – C/O onboard the berthed ship noticed
1745 UTC Bulk Carrier 032:20.41E, two stevedores exiting from the
Berthed Portugal East Port Said, helicopter store. He called out to them
Boarded 34586 Egypt and told them to stop resulting in the
9705158 stevedores attempting to escape. One
stevedore was caught with the help of
the port safety officer. Ship’s stores and
properties were reported stolen.
19. 03.10.2023 Maersk Vigo 04:53.25N – Duty crew on routine rounds onboard
0024 UTC Container 001:40.20W, an anchored vessel noticed two
Anchored Singapore unauthorised persons on deck and
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Boarded 18326 Takoradi raised the alarm resulting in the persons

9401697 Anchorage, escaping with stolen ship’s properties.
Ghana Incident reported to local authorities.
20. 01.12.2023 Pacific Kohinoor 14:32.4S – Duty crew onboard an anchored tanker
2110 UTC Product Tanker 040:39.1E, noticed aft station stores missing. A
Anchored Liberia Nacala search was carried out.
Boarded 29513 Anchorage,
9800661 Mozambique
ATTEMPTED ATTACKS
SOUTH EAST ASIA (EXCLUDING MALACCA STRAITS)

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 13.07.2023 Name Withheld 01:11.98N – Duty crew on routine rounds onboard
1545 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:35.03E, the ship underway noticed a wooden
Steaming Cyprus Singapore Straits boat with seven unauthorised persons
Attempted 39035 near the starboard quarter. One person
- was attempting to board using a rope.
Alarm raised and all deck lights
switched on. Upon hearing the alarm,
the attempted boarding was
aborted. Incident reported to Singapore
VTS.
2. 15.07.2023 MSM 01:08.8N – Around five persons in a small boat
1840 UTC Bulk Carrier 103:27.6E, approached the ship underway with
Steaming Panama Singapore Straits intent to board. The alert crew noticed
Attempted 26094 the persons and raised the alarm and the
9121730 ship’s horn sounded. Hearing the
alarm, the robbers aborted the
attempted boarding and moved away.
The incident was reported to Singapore
VTIS. After dropping anchor, the
Authorities boarded the ship for
security inspection.
AMERICAS

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 12.02.2023 Frontier Sky 12:17.4N – Two unauthorised persons in a
0830 UTC Bulk Carrier 072:01.7W, motorized boat approached the
Anchored Japan Puerto Bolivar anchored ship and attempted to board
Attempted 93270 Anchorage, using a rope attached to a hook. Duty
9488009 Colombia AB on routine rounds noticed the
attempt and notified the bridge. Alarm
raised and ship's horn sounded. Hearing
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the alarm, the persons aborted the

attempted boarding and moved away.
Incident reported to Puerto Bolivar
Marine Operations via VHF Ch14. A
patrol boat responded and searched the
waters around the ship.
2. 22.04.2023 CSCL Zeebrugge 08:52.67N – Duty AB on routine rounds onboard the
0350 UTC Container 079:29.09W, anchored ship noticed unauthorised
Anchored Hong Kong Panama East persons attempting to board via the
Attempted 108069 Anchorage, anchor chain and hawse pipe. Alarm
9314234 Panama raised, PA announcement made, and
crew mustered. Hearing the alerted
crew, the persons aborted the boarding
attempt.
3. 10.06.2023 Callao Express 02:54.2S – An unknown number of persons in
0215 UTC Container 080:33.2W, speed boats came alongside and
Steaming Germany Around 21nm attempted to board the ship underway
Attempted 118945 WSW of Posorja, using ladders. Alarm raised and crew
9777606 Ecuador mustered. Deck lights switched on and
evasive manoeuvres carried out. Coast
guard notified and a patrol boat was
sent to the location. Seeing the
approaching patrol vessel, the persons
aborted the attempted boarding and
moved away.
4. 18.07.2023 Seaspan Oceania 12:01.8S – Duty AB on routine rounds onboard the
2350 UTC Container 077:10.9W, anchored ship noticed an unauthorised
Anchored Hong Kong Callao Anchorage, person attempting to board via the
Attempted 90645 Peru anchor chain. Alarm raised and crew
9286009 mustered. Hearing the alarm, the
person aborted the boarding attempt.
Incident reported to the Port Control
and a Security Message was broadcast
to all vessels in the vicinity.
AFRICA

Time Type/Flag/Grt/
IMO Number
1. 31.03.2023 Maersk Vigo 04:44.48N – Two unauthorised persons attempted to
2200 UTC Container 006:37.13W, board the berthed ship by crawling
Berthed Singapore Port of San Pedro, under the razor wire while a third was
Attempted 18326 Ivory Coast assisting from their wooden canoe to
9401697 move the razor wire. Alert crew
detected the persons and raised the
alarm. Hearing the alarm and seeing the
crew alertness, the persons escaped
without stealing anything. At the time
of event the pilot was still onboard.
2. 30.06.2023 Hai Lu Feng 13 04:00.56N – Armed persons fired upon the anchored
2140 UTC Fishing Vessel 009:38.31E, fishing vessel. The armed naval
Anchored China Douala security team onboard retaliated
Fired upon - Anchorage, resulting in the persons aborting the
- Cameroon attempted boarding.
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3. 30.06.2023 Hai Lu Feng 14 04:00.56N – Armed persons fired upon the anchored
2140 UTC Fishing Vessel 009:38.31E, fishing vessel. The armed naval
Anchored China Douala security team onboard retaliated
Fired upon - Anchorage, resulting in the persons aborting the
- Cameroon attempted boarding.
4. 05.07.2023 CB Caribic 09:17.0N – Duty AB on routine rounds onboard the
0150 UTC Product Tanker 013:45.7W, anchored tanker noticed six
Anchored Portugal Conakry unauthorised persons attempting to
Attempted 27250 Anchorage, board via the stern, using a long
9851713 Guinea ladder. Alarm raised and crew
mustered. Hearing the alerted crew, the
persons aborted the boarding attempt.
Incident reported to the authorities
through the local agent.
5. 05.08.2023 Anggun 04:50.0N – Around five unauthorised persons in a
2352 UTC Fire Fighting 001:43.0W, canoe approached and attempted to
Anchored Vessel Takoradi board the anchored vessel twice within
Attempted Malaysia Anchorage, 48 hours. Alert crew raised the alarm
2339 Ghana resulting in the persons aborting the
9390056 attempted boarding and moving away.
Incident reported to local authorities
via VHF.
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IMB Piracy Report – January to December 2023
Total number of attacks – 120

Total attacks Indian Sub-Continent – 5

Total attacks East & SE Asia – 70
Gulf of Guinea – 22
South America – 19
Somalia based incidents – 1

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ICC- IMB Piracy and Armed Robbery Against Ships Report – January - December 2023

ICC INTERNATIONAL MARITIME BUREAU

PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY

REPORT FOR THE PERIOD

1 January – 31 December 2023

ICC International Maritime Bureau

Tel: +44 207 423 6960

The key advantages and services of the PRC are:

 A 24/7 manned operations centre.

ICC International Maritime Bureau

DEFINITIONS OF PIRACY & ARMED ROBBERY

Article 101 of UNCLOS defines Piracy as:

Definition of Piracy consists of any of the following acts:

Armed robbery against ships means any of the following acts:

2. any act of inciting or of intentionally facilitating an act described above

This is the first essential step in the response chain.

4. Attempted: An illegal act of perpetrators attempting to approach a vessel with possible

1. Crew: Kidnap, hostage, death, threat, assault, injury, missing.

3. Cargo: Theft or damage to cargo.

Region specific severity of incident on Crew, Vessel and Cargo: (Chart G)

 Britannia Steam Ship Insurance Association Limited

 Merchant Shipping Cyprus

 Steamship Insurance Management Services Limited

 Tsakos Shipping and Trading SA

The PRC is additionally non-financially supported by:

 Spire Global Inc. ( https://spire.com/ )

TABLE 1: Locations of ACTUAL and ATTEMPTED incidents, January – December 2019 –

Location 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

All incidents with * above are attributed to Somali pirates.

CHART B: Monthly comparison of incidents during January – December 2023

CHART D: Perpetrators successful in 91% of reported incidents. January – December 2023

ATTEMPTED BOARDED FIREDUPON HIJACKED

ATTEMPTED BOARDED FIREDUPON HIJACKED

CHART G: Region specific severity of incident in relation January – December 2023

TABLE 2: ACTUAL and ATTEMPTED incidents by location, January – December 2023

Country Location 01.01.2023 to 31.12.2023

TABLE 4: Status of vessels during ACTUAL incidents, January – December 2023

Location Berthed Anchored Steaming

TABLE 5: Status of vessels during ATTEMPTED incidents, January – December 2023

Location Berthed Anchored Steaming

Types of Arms 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

TABLE 7: Comparison of the type of incidents, January - December 2019 – 2023

Type of Attack 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

TABLE 8: Types of violence to crew, January – December 2019 – 2023

Type of Violence 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

TABLE 9: Type of violence to crew by location, January – December 2023

Location Kidnapped Hostage Threatened Assaulted Injured

Locations Guns Knives Not Stated Other

Type 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

CHART H: Incidents as per type of vessels, January – December 2023

OFFSHORE SUPPLY SHIP 1

OFFSHORE PROCESSING SHIP 1

FIRE FIGHTING VESSEL 1

TABLE 12: Nationalities of vessels affected, January - December 2019 – 2023

Flag State 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

CHART I: Nationalities of vessels involved in 12 times or more incidents, January – December

OFF SOMALIA / GULF OF ADEN / RED SEA ATTACK FIGURES UPDATE

Transparent statistics from an independent, non-political, international organization such as the

PIRACY AND ARMED ROBBERY PRONE AREAS AND WARNINGS