【国际海事局（IMB）】2024年上半年全球海盗袭击和武装抢劫船舶事件报告_41页_785kb

Summary of the ICC International Maritime Bureau Piracy and Armed Robbery Report (1 January – 30 June 2024)

Introduction

The ICC International Maritime Bureau (IMB) is a non-profit division of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), established in 1981 to combat maritime crime. The IMB Piracy Reporting Centre (IMB PRC), based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, was created in 1992 to address the growing concern of piracy in the shipping industry. The PRC provides 24/7 services, including incident reporting, alerts, and coordination with law enforcement agencies, free of charge to all vessels regardless of nationality, ownership, or flag.

Key Advantages and Services of the PRC

• 24/7 manned operations centre.
• Single point of reporting for piracy and armed robbery incidents.
• Notifying response agencies and liaising until the crew and vessel are safe.
• Broadcasting sitreps via Inmarsat-C SafetyNET to warn nearby vessels.
• Alerting CSOs and vessel managers via email.
• Keeping the IMO updated on incidents.
• Assisting local law enforcement in bringing criminals to justice.
• Publishing quarterly and annual reports.

Incident Overview

• A total of 60 incidents were reported to the PRC during the period from 1 January to 30 June 2024.
• The report highlights that 84% of incidents resulted in perpetrators successfully boarding or hijacking vessels.
• The Malacca Straits and Somalia were noted as regions of concern, with 1 and 7 incidents respectively.

Incident Definitions

• Boarded: Perpetrators gain access to the vessel.
• Hijacked: Perpetrators take control of the vessel.
• Fired Upon: Weapons are discharged toward the vessel.
• Attempted: Perpetrators attempt to board but fail.

Incident Severity Levels

• Severity Level I: Direct impact on the crew (hostage, assault, injury, etc.).
• Severity Level II: Vessel being fired upon or security teams engaging in defensive actions.
• Severity Level III: Incidents not falling under Level I or II.

Incident Locations and Trends

• Chart G shows the region-specific severity of incidents.
• Chart A indicates that four locations accounted for 70% of the total incidents.
• Chart C provides a regional breakdown of incidents.
• Chart D shows that 84% of incidents resulted in successful boarding or hijacking.
• Chart E and Chart F illustrate the relationship between incident type and vessel movement status.

Incident Types by Vessel Status

• Table 4 shows the status of vessels during actual incidents:

  • Anchored: 26
  • Steaming: 20
  • Berthed: 4

• Table 5 shows the status of vessels during attempted incidents:

  • Anchored: 6
  • Steaming: 4

Types of Violence to Crew

• Table 8 outlines the types of violence:
  • Hostage: 85
  • Kidnapped: 11
  • Threatened: 2
  • Assaulted: 1
  • Injured: 1
  • Killed: 1

Types of Arms Used

• Table 6 provides a breakdown of arms used in incidents:
  • Guns: 14
  • Knives: 20
  • Other weapons: 2
  • Not stated: 24

Vessel Types Affected

• Table 11 lists the types of vessels affected:
  • Bulk Carrier: 20
  • Container: 8
  • General Cargo: 8
  • Tanker (various types): 28
  • Tug / Offshore Tug: 2
  • Trawler / Fishing Vessel: 3
  • Other vessel types: 1

Flag States of Affected Vessels

• Table 12 provides a list of flag states and their involvement in incidents:
  • Liberia: 13
  • Marshall Islands: 4
  • Singapore: 6
  • Others include: Bahamas, China, Cyprus, etc.

Vessel Management and Control

• Table 13 shows the number of vessels managed or controlled by various countries:
  • Germany: 7
  • Hong Kong (SAR): 7
  • India: 7
  • Japan: 5
  • Other countries: various numbers.

Off Somalia / Gulf of Aden / Red Sea

• 3 vessels were hijacked, 2 were boarded, and 1 was fired upon in the region.
• Somali pirates are capable of targeting vessels over 1000nm from the Somali coast.
• The IMB PRC supports international navies and relays reports to response agencies.
• Non-piracy related incidents by Houthi militants in the Gulf of Aden using drones and missiles were also noted.

Continued Cooperation

• The Indonesian Marine Police (IMP) and the IMB PRC have successfully reduced incidents in 10 designated safe areas.
• Vessels are encouraged to anchor or drift in these safe areas for better protection.
• Cooperation with local and regional authorities is essential for reporting and responding to incidents.
• The Road Map Program Police Reforms Wave III supports the allocation of resources in key areas to prevent piracy and armed robbery.

Acknowledgements

• The IMB PRC acknowledges the cooperation from Philippine and Malaysian intelligence agencies in the Sulu Sea and eastern Sabah.
• It also thanks Coalition naval forces, EUNAVFOR ATALANTA, MSCHOA, US Navy, French Alindien, NATO, UKMTO, Indian Navy, Iranian Navy, Malaysian Navy, Russian Navy, Chinese Navy, South Korean Navy, Japanese Maritime SDF, Singapore Navy, Royal Thai Navy, and Yemeni Coast Guard and Navy for their assistance in combating suspected Somali pirates.

Conclusion

The report highlights the ongoing threat of piracy and armed robbery against ships, with a focus on the Malacca Straits, Somalia, and Indonesian waters. The IMB PRC continues to play a vital role in reporting, alerting, and coordinating responses, while encouraging vessel owners and masters to adhere to the BMP recommendations and maintain vigilance.