MDAT GoG OSV attacked or possibly hijacked suspicious activity #marsec

Advisory 001/OCT/2019 – Update 01

1. Category: Suspicious Activity

2. Description: The ship in suspicious activity, has been escorted by the local authorities to the Port Gentil anchorage area for control.

Advisory 001/OCT/2019 1. Category: Suspicious Activity 2. Description: On 24th October 2019 at 1045UTC, it is possible that an offshore support vessel in position 01°46’00”S 009°09’00“E (approx. 7nm off Port Gentil, GABON). Was attacked or possibly hijacked and is now being used on other irregular activity. Vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution in this area. 3. Source: Reported to MDAT-GoG via telephone. 4. Any queries regarding this Advisory Notice please ring 0033 298 22 88 88 for further information. MDAT-GOG Watchkeeper Email: watchkeepers@mdat-gog.org Emergency Tel: +33(0) 298 22 88 88