Armed group boards Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier transiting in Singapore Strait
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A Marshall Islands-flagged bulk carrier was boarded by four individuals while transiting eastbound through the Philip Channel in the Singapore Strait, 9.5 nautical miles northeast of Great Karimun, Indonesia on Wednesday (23 April).
The individuals were reportedly armed with knives, according to Ambrey Analytics, the digital intelligence arm of the Ambrey risk management group.
At the time of the incident, the vessel was underway at 10.6 knots with an estimated freeboard of 6.7 metres. The carrier was observed continuing on its original planned route.
Ambrey Analytics said crews transiting the Singapore Strait with freeboards lower than 10m are advised they are at heightened risk.
“Crews should lock down access to the accommodation block and ship’s stores. It is recommended to carry out partnered deck patrols. Do not confront criminals,” it added.
Just two days before, a Panama-flagged crude oil tanker was boarded by an armed gang while transiting eastbound in the Philip Channel, 4.5 nautical miles northwest of Pulau Terung, Indonesia.
The three individuals were reportedly armed with knives. At the time of the incident, the vessel was underway at 10.3 knots with an estimated freeboard of 6.3 metres.
Related: Panama-flagged tanker heading to Johor boarded by armed gang off Indonesia
Photo credit: Ambrey Analytics
Published: 23 April, 2025
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