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On the morning of Dec 14, 2024, the 'Ocean Pride', en route from Panjang to Kos, became the target of an attempted piracy attack by an unidentified group as it passed through Panjang water. At 02:00 a.m. LT, the ship had completed its coal loading operations at PT. Bukit Asam’s Terminal and proceeded to anchor in the designated anchorage area. However, at approximately 04:00 a.m. four unidentified individuals attempted to board the ship by climbing the main deck railing. The crew detected the intruders and immediately acted to repel them. When their actions were thwarted, the perpetrators brandished sharp weapons, such as machetes or large knives, leading to a tense confrontation with the crew. In the ensuing struggle, the intruders jumped into the sea and retreated to their boat. Before leaving, they threatened the crew, stating they would return to attack the vessel. Responding to the report from the crew, who expressed concern over the threat, the Head of KSOP Class I Panjang ordered immediate measures to secure the situation. Personnel aboard the 'P.5211' were deployed to the location to safeguard the 'Ocean Pride'. This action was taken as a precaution and to provide security assurance to the ship’s crew. The authorities continued to monitor the situation and coordinate to ensure the 'Ocean Pride' can resume its voyage safely. Report with photo: https://hubla.dephub.go.id/Indonesianmaritimesafetyinformation/page/news/read/24381/upaya-penangkalan-perompakan-kapal-ocean-pride-diserang-kelompok-tak-dikenal-di-perairan-panjang-piracy-prevention-efforts-mv-ocean-pride-attacked-by-unidentified-group-in-panjang-waters

On Dec 9, 2024, at 3.17 a.m. the 'Dalma', en route from Mina-al-Zahal to Zhanjiang, was boarded by an unknown number of perpetrators about 3.1 nautical miles northwest of Pulau Cula in pos. 1° 3.5' S 98° 103.39.8' E, while underway in the eastbound lane of the Traffic Separation Scheme in the Singapore Strait , The intruders stole a B.A compressor. No injuries among the crew were reported.

On Dec 7, 2024, at 11.50 p.m. the 'Kyzikos', en route from Maputo to Luashaoshan, was boarded by six perpetrators, armed with knives, about 2.9 nautical miles northwest of Pulau Cula in pos. 1° 3.66' N 103.39.96' E, while underway in the eastbound lane of the Traffic Separation Scheme in the Singapore Strait. Norhing was reported stolen. No injuries among the crew were reported.

An attempted robbery was reported by the 'Pac Alnath' on Dec 3, 2024, at 8.20 a.m. The ship was docked at Berth no. 112, in Belawan in pos. 3° 47.3' S 98° 42.15' E, when five intruders tried to board the ship. The attempt failed, and nothing was reported stolen. The ship left the port on Dec 4 again, headed to Phuket.

On Dec 7 2024, at 3.45 a.m. the 'Genco Augustus', en route from Itaqui to Qingdao, was boarded by eight unarmed perpetrators about 3.1 nautical miles northwest of Pulau Cula in pos. 1° 4' N 103.40.4' E, while underway in the eastbound lane of the Traffic Separation Scheme in the Singapore Strait , The intruders stole engine spares. No injuries among the crew were reported.