Piracy Peport

March 31, 2010
Piracy Report
Please be advised: A merchant vessel reported coming under fire from two skiffs 31 Mar 10 at 1259Z while underway in position 05:03S – 040:03E, approximately 115NM northeast of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Vessel was transiting at a reported speed of 14 knots when the attack occurred. The master increased speed and was able to separate from the attacking skiffs. Please note this incident occurred approximately 190NM southwest of the previous incident reported at 0610Z, attached below. 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.