11.02.2013:
0635 LT: 04:06.68N – 06:52.57E, 13nm South of coastline, Nigeria.
A general cargo ship underway noticed a speed boat approaching on its port side. The vessel increased speed and made evasive manoeuvres. The speed boat came alongside and pirates attempted to board. Due to the anti piracy measures enforced the pirates aborted attempt and moved away. Weapons were fired at the vessel. The crew and vessel are safe and proceeded to a safe port.
12.02.2013:
11.02.2013:
0635 LT: 04:06.68N – 06:52.57E, 13nm South of coastline, Nigeria.
A general cargo ship underway noticed a speed boat approaching on its port side. The vessel increased speed and made evasive manoeuvres. The speed boat came alongside and pirates attempted to board. Due to the anti piracy measures enforced the pirates aborted attempt and moved away. Weapons were fired at the vessel. The crew and vessel are safe and proceeded to a safe port.
12.02.2013:
0150 LT: Posn: 01:42.36N – 101:27.27E, Dumai Anchorage, Indonesia.
Three robbers armed with long knives boarded an anchored bulk carrier using a rope and a hook attached to a long pole. Duty officer noticed the robbers and raised the alarm, sounded ship's whistle and informed the local authorities. The robbers escaped empty handed upon hearing the alarm and seeing the crew alertness.
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