Ch16 Maritime Risk Intelligence

Heightened Risk Area - Gulf of Guinea

MDAT-GOG has assessed a HEIGHTENED risk of piracy within the area defined by the following points: 05°00’N – 000°00’E 05°00’N – 005°00’E 02°30’N – 005°00’E 02°30’N – 000°00’E

Approach - 210nm S Cotonou

Reporting indicates that bulk carrier CP Tianjan was approached whilst in transit.

Regional military intervention in Mozambique is a bad idea. Here’s why

Mozambique’s President Filipe Nyusi has called an extraordinary summit of the leaders of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) this week. He wants them to deliberate on plans announced in..

Heightened Risk Area - Gulf of Guinea (Zones D, E &F)

MDAT-GOG has assessed a HEIGHTENED risk of piracy within Zones D, E & F across the next 36hrs.

Approach - 49nm SW Lomé

Reporting indicates that a vessel was approached 49nm SW Lomé whilst in transit.

Luxury charter yachts ready to welcome guests in Turkey

Turkey is preparing for the upcoming Mediterranean luxury yacht charter season with a series of easy to follow measures to ensure the safety of locals and travellers this summer season. Turkey is a..

Heightened Risk Area - Gulf of Guinea (Zone F)

MDAT-GOG is aware of a current increased threat of piracy within Zone F

Maritime Cyber Security & Threats 23-31 May 21

Dryad and cyber partners RedSkyAlliance continue to monitor attempted attacks within the maritime sector. Here we continue to examine how email is used to deceive the recipient and potentially expose..

Iran's Largest Navy Ship Catches Fire and Sinks in Gulf of Oman

Iran's largest navy ship the Kharg sank on Wednesday after catching fire in the Gulf of Oman, but the crew was safely rescued, Iranian media reported.

Biden Floats Bigger Role for US Coast Guard

The U.S. Coast Guard will play a greater role in making sure "every country" respects international norms on the seas, President Joe Biden declared Wednesday.