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Shipping associations renew call for international naval response to Nigeria-based pirates
New forum for operational coordination and deconfliction sees industry pay tribute to Nigeria’s Deep Blue project while repeating the call for international navies to bridge the immediate law enforcement gap.
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Industry’s support for piracy declaration rises to nearly 350 signatures
Steadily increasing support for the Gulf of Guinea Declaration on Suppression of Piracy, combined with Nigeria announcing significant investment to address the ongoing piracy issue in the Gulf of Guinea, raises hope that efforts are on the right track to end piracy in the region and increase safety for seafarers.
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BIMCO welcomes updated IMO Compendium to advance electronic data
Standardising and harmonising electronic ship to shore communication for reporting purposes was high on the agenda at the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) virtual Facilitation Committee (FAL) meeting held from 1-7 June 2021 (FAL 45).
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Shipping industry welcomes Nigeria’s creation of “Deep Blue” to stamp out piracy in the Gulf of Guinea
The Round Table of Shipowner Associations and OCIMF have expressed their full support for the launch of Nigeria’s Deep Blue Project.
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Nigeria and ICC announce ground-breaking antipiracy forum
In an unprecedented move, Nigeria and the Interregional Coordination Centre for the Implementation of Regional Strategy for Maritime Safety and Security in Central and West Africa (ICC) have announced the formation of a Maritime Collaboration Forum to provide shared awareness and deconfliction of activities in the Gulf of Guinea (GOG-MCF/SHADE). The forum is for all stakeholders, both regional and international.
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Ships are advised to take extra precaution when anchoring in Malaysian waters
During a 10-day operation called “Jangkar Haram”, Malaysia clamped down on illegal anchoring in its waters. The ships involved have either been warned and ordered to leave or detained and fined. BIMCO recommends Masters to take extra precaution and obtain prior permission from relevant authorities before anchoring.
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The Gulf of Guinea Declaration on Suppression of Piracy
In response to growing concerns and increasing attacks in the region, a taskforce of stakeholders from across the shipping industry drafted the Gulf of Guinea Declaration on Suppression of Piracy.
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Piracy reports
The Worldwide Threat to Shipping Report covers 30 days of analysis, reports and information to ensure ships and ship operators are aware of current and emerging security threats. The Weekly Piracy Update Report is a weekly overview of recent security incidents. Both reports are issued by US Office of Naval Intelligence (US ONI).
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Incident alert from ReCAAP
On 17 July 21, two incidents of unauthorised boarding occurred to ships while underway off Tanjung Pergam, Bintan Island, Indonesia.
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Nine pirates convicted in Togo
Piracy convictions spur hopes of strengthened law enforcement efforts and international collaboration in the Gulf of Guinea
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War risks - Hull insurance against war, piracy, terrorism and related perils
Normally referred to as war risk insurance, this type of insurance is an add-on to the normal hull and machinery insurance. The concept consists of a list of areas for which the insurer assesses that the risks to the ship’s hull are elevated, and for which an added premium will have to be paid.
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Cyber compliance in the crosshairs
The International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) latest resolution offers a much-needed path to help prepare for cyber attacks, which are seen as increasingly likely in this digital age. Since January, shipowners and operators have been obliged to assess and prepare for cyber threats to comply with the new resolution.
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Industry releasable threat assessments & bulletins
Industry Releasable Threat Assessments (IRTAs) and Industry Releasable Threat Bulletins (IRTBs) are prepared for industry by Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) and EUNAVFOR and are a valuable tool for assessing current threats, and it should be utilised for voyage risk assessments prior to transiting in these regions. Both IRTAs and IRTBs are restricted for members' information only, and is not to be distributed further.
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Customs -Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT)
Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) is but one layer in U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) multi-layered cargo enforcement strategy. Through this program, CBP works with the trade community to strengthen international supply chains and improve United States border security.
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BMP West Africa
Best Management Practises to Deter Piracy and Enhance Maritime Security off the Coast of West Africa including the Gulf of Guinea.
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Enough talking: five ways to fight piracy in the Gulf of Guinea
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