Maritime Risk International - Asia Service

Maritime Risk International can now support armed transits from the Indian Ocean to Malacca Straits. Contact info@maritimeriskinternational.com for further information.

Somali Pirates hijack Iranian fishing vessel

BOSASSO, Somalia - Somali pirates have hijacked an Iranian fishing vessel with 15 crew members, a Somali official and a maritime expert said on Monday amid warnings that piracy might be making a comeback in the Indian Ocean. Further updates to follow (Reuters)

MRI Awarded ISO 28007

HRA Changes

The HRA has been redefined and can be viewed on the link below. MRI strongly recommends consultation before security requirements are reassessed as the presence of guards and coalition forces has been the reason why attacks have reduced. A reduction in guards would present an opportunity for possible spikes in attacks. Changes come into force on 1 Dec 15 and MRI continue to monitor the situation. https://www.bimco.org/en/News/2015/10/08_Security_Advisory_Piracy_BMP4_Revision.aspx

NAVDEX 2015

Once again Maritime Risk International will be hosting clients/guests at Navdex 2015 here in Abu Dhabi. Please do get in touch if you would like to arrange a meeting during the event: 22 – 26 Feb 15 at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, UAE. Please contact info@maritimeriskinternational.com

MRI Sponsors PYA Christmas Ball

MRI have sponsored the Professional Yachting Association’s Christmas Ball to be held in Antibes on Friday 12 December 2014. Further information about the Ball and the association can be found at http://www.pya.org/latestnews

Remain Alert

At 1730hrs today an MRI Security Team embarked in the Arabian Sea sighted a suspect vessel. This highlights the requirement for maintaining vigilance throughout the HRA and not just the GoA. Sighting was reported to relevant agencies and UKMTO.