Updates: More information about seized Iranian arms ships
November 9, 2009 by Akiva
Filed under Maritime Security, Maritime Security News
The Israeli Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center recently released more information about Iran’s efforts to strengthen Shi’ite terrorist groups in Lebanon (Hezbollah) and Yemen (Houthi Shi’ite).
On October 26, 2009, Yemen announced that it seized an Iranian ship named Mahan-1loaded with mostly anti-tank weaponry destined for the Houthi Shi’ite terrorist group. The Mahan-1 had set sail [...]
Israel Navy Intercepts Iranian Weapons en route to Hezbollah
November 4, 2009 by Akiva
Filed under Maritime Security, Maritime Security News
On November 3, 2009, the Israeli Navy intercepted the 459 feet (140 meter) freighter Francop near Cyprus. According to Israeli officials, the Antiguan flag vessel as carrying hundreds of tons of arms sent by Iran destined for Syria and Hezbollah. Weapons found inside containers owned by the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines Group (IRISL) [...]
IMB report: Maritime piracy doubled in first half of 2009!
July 16, 2009 by Akiva
Filed under Maritime Piracy Attacks, Maritime Security, Maritime Security News
The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reported on Wednesday that pirate attacks around the globe have doubled in the first half of 2009. The bulk of the upsurge has come from increased activity in the Gulf of Aden and Somali coastal waters, where 130 incidents occurred since January. The report attributes a lull in activity in [...]
Piracy Update: Pirates attack Cruise Liner MS Nautica
December 2, 2008 by Eric Maudsley
Filed under Maritime Piracy Attacks, Maritime Security, Maritime Security News
The Associated Press is reporting that the MS Nautica, an Oceanic Cruise Lines passenger liner, was en route from Egypt to Oman when two small vessels in the Gulf of Aden attacked it Sunday (Nov. 30, 2008). The ship’s Captain observed the approach of the attackers at approximately 1,000 yards and increased speed. The attacking [...]
Somali Pirates seized freighter carrying 33 T-72 tanks
September 26, 2008 by Akiva
Filed under Maritime Piracy Attacks
In their latest attack on merchent ships off the Horn of Africa, Somali pirates seized the 530-foot-long freighter Faina carrying 33 T-72 tanks, a substantial quantity of ammunition, and spare parts. According to an Ukraine newsagencey, Faina is owned by Tomex Team based out of Odessa and was hired by Ukrainian state controlled arms dealer [...]