UKMTO - Vessel Approached - Ladders and drums potentially sighted #marsec #piracy

ADVISORY NOTICE 001/MAR/2018

1. Category: SUSPICIOUS APPROACH

2. Description: 01 Mar 2018 – An MV in POSN 1305.06N 04305E (Bab el Mendeb Strait) was approached by 4 skiffs, 3 white 1 blue to within 0.5nm. 4-5 POB each. Ladders and drums potentially sighted. Vsl and crew are safe. Vessels transiting the area are advised to exercise extreme caution.

3. Source: Reported to UKMTO via email and telephone

4. Any queries regarding this Advisory Notice ring 0044 2392 222060 only for further information.

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