January 2013 Private security firms have begun to increase their use of floating armories to store weapons at sea. These arms stores, located in international waters, are key for contractors, who in many cases, are not permitted to carry weapons aboard ships entering certain ports. The floating armories are in fact ships, stocked with assault […]
Somali Pirates Expand Operations
November 2012 According to a senior United States official, Somali pirates have recently expanded their sphere of operation to include the west coast of India. Piracy remains an issue at the forefront of the diplomatic relations between world powers and nations in the Indian Ocean region. There is now a seemingly permanent detachment of naval vessels […]
Cutlass Express 2012 Kicks Off
November 2012 In early November, eight nations participated in the Cutlass Express 2012-2 training exercise. This annual week-long exercise sees participation from sailors and maritime professionals, and is aimed at increasing East African maritime cooperation and security. This exercise is part of a larger Express series of exercises. The main goal is to enhance the […]
Hostages Still Held
September 2012 As of the end of this month, Somali pirates have hijacked and captured 11 foreign vessels for ransom, and currently hold 167 crew members as hostages. These statistics come even amidst a significant drop in pirate attacks, as the number falls to its lowest since 2009. But clearly, the problem is not yet […]
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