Piracy Peport

May 12, 2010
Piracy Report
Please be advised: A container ship reported coming under fire 12 May 10 at 1520 UTC while underway in position 09:59.12S – 042:16.27E, approximately 300NM southeast of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Suspected pirates opened fire on the vessel with two RPG rounds. The vessel conducted evasive maneuvers and increased to maximum speed of 17 knots. This area will remain high risk for the next 24-48 hours as weather conditions continue to be conducive to small boat operations. Mariners are warned to avoid transiting these waters if possible. If necessary to transit these waters, mariners are encouraged to use all counter-piracy measures and employ all best management practices.