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Vessel Protection -Floating Armouries - Legislation

In this article, we collect the key regulations governing the operation of floating armouries.

Guidance for when ships come under attack BMP

There are some fundamentals to that form the basis of a good response to an attack by illegal forces such as pirates or armed belligerents. Here we will delve deeper into these good practices.

Guidance on Ship Protection Measures against crime

BMP5 provides Ship Protection Measures (SPM) based on real-life experience of piracy attack and incidents of maritime crime. Here we look at the best management practices to deter piracy.

Maritime piracy in Mexico… a ticking time bomb

MEXICO CITY (Informex) – Communication equipment, diving equipment, tools, wiring, metal caps, navigation instruments, watches, cell phones, and even wallets, stolen by groups of pirates from oil..

Vessel Protection - Floating Armouries and the Law on individuals

There are three main legal and regulatory angles regarding the people involved in floating armoury operations: labour laws, arms trading laws, and long arm laws. Here we look in more detail at all..

Vessel Protection - Floating Armouries and the Law

Floating armouries, which store weapons for Private Maritime Security Companies, operate under a patchwork of international and national laws. With no specific global regulations, they fall under the..

Coalition forces in Yemen foil Houthi boatbomb attack

Saudi-led coalition forces in Yemen intercepted and destroyed a remote-controlled boat rigged with explosives in Hodeidah governorate on Sunday, the alliance's joint command said.

Vessel Protection - Floating Armouries and the Law SERVICES

Delving into the complex operations of Floating Armouries, this mini-series explores the legal framework that governs each aspect. Here, we highlight the vital SERVICES provided by these vessels.

Vessel Protection - Floating Armouries - How do they operate?

Exploring the inner workings of Floating Armouries, the intricate procedures involved in the initiation, management, and logistics of PCASP embarking and disembarking from FAs may vary. However, a..

Vessel Protection - Floating Armouries and the Law - The vessel and Armoury

It is essential to recognize that Floating Armouries (FAs) are fundamentally vessels and are thus subject to a vast array of national and international laws governing maritime operations. In this..