Category Archives: Piracy at Sea

The company behind the world’s first private navy to protect merchant ships against Somali pirates plans to start armed escorts through the Gulf of Aden within five monthsafter attacks rose to a record this year. Convoy Escort Programme Ltd., backed … Continue reading →

Bulk carrier Blida released by Somali pirates on Nov 3 after ransom was paid. Present condition of the vessel is yet unknown, but Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the release and said crew is well, given the circumstances.   … Continue reading →