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.

Posidonia 2014

MRI will be attending Posidonia 2014 - www.posidonia-events.com Please email info@maritimeriskinternational.com to schedule a meeting.

Merchant Vessel Attacked

Date - 06/11/2013 03:30 Latitude - 0540S Longitude - 04659E Summary - Merchant vessel was attacked by a skiff Details - Merchant vessel reported to be under attack by one skiff in position 05 31S 047 07E. They reported that the armed security team was firing warning shots, and the skiffs were replying to the fire. NSC GUIDANCE: ALL VESSELS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ADHERE TO BMP4 AND SELFPROTECTION MEASURES.

NATO Shipping Centre Issue Warning of Somalia-Based Maritime Piracy in Preparation

During the past week there have been indications of pirate activity ashore. (NFI) This activity could be in anticipation of the inter monsoon season which will bring more favourable conditions for small boats, skiffs and fishing throughout the Somali Basin. Furthermore, such activity is a reminder that the pirates retain a capability and intent to conduct acts of piracy. In the near term the forecast for small boat / skiff operations is unfavourable along the East Coast of Somalia extending from the tip of the Horn of Africa down through the Somali Basin. By late September there should be indications of the transition to the inter-monsoon season, which will provide more favourable conditions for small boats and fishing activities in the Somali Basin / West Coast of Somalia. These conditions will last until the North East Monsoon begins, historically around Mid-November. Small boat activity may be observed earlier than this in the more prominent fishing areas and Coastal waters depending on the local conditions. Source - NSC

Armed Security Teams

MRI currently have Armed Security Teams available for deployment in the following locations: • Galle • Port Louis • Muscat • Suez/Red Sea Other locations are available on request. Please email info@maritimeriskinternational.com to request a quote.

MRI becomes SAMI Stage 1 Certified

Maritime Risk International has passed the SAMI Stage 1 accreditation process. Approximately only 10% of SAMI members have passed this to date. MRI remains committed to working with Industry associations and Flag States to ensure full compliance while delivering their operations.

IDEX 2013

MRI will be at IDEX 2013 - please email info@maritimeriskinternational.com to arrange a meeting in Abu Dhabi.

MRI in Hong Kong

Maritime Risk International currently has Senior Management visiting our client base in Hong Kong. Please email info@maritimeriskinternational.com to arrange a meeting.

Current Vsls Hijacked

Available Teams

MRI Currently has Armed Security Teams available in the following locations: • Hudaydah, Yemen - 5 Teams • Galle, Sri Lanka - 3 Teams • Muscat, Oman - 2 Team • Mombassa, Kenya - 1 Team The teams above are ready to deploy within 24hrs. Other locations are available on request. Please email info@maritimeriskinternational.com for further information.

Posidonia 2012

Maritime Risk International will again be at Posidonia 2012 in Athens from 4 - 8 June 2012. Please email info@maritimeriskinternational.com to arrange a meeting.

Asia Pacific Maritime 2012

MRI are attending Asia Pacific Maritime 2012 in Singapore from 14 - 16 March. Please email info@maritimeriskinternational.com to arrange a meeting.

Row 2 Recovery Charity Dinner - London

MRI hosted guests last night at the Row 2 Recovery Charity Dinner in London. The aim of the dinner was to raise money for a team of injured servicemen who are rowing the Atlantic. Please visit the website www.row2recovery.com and support this great endeavour.

MRI VIDEO

MRI have produced a video titled “Maritime Security – The Modern Day Somali Pirate” It can be viewed via http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1WQzZ9J11w