Industry News: Instability in the Persian Gulf Region

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Due to the recently reported United States military strikes in Iraq, ships operating in the Gulf region are reminded to remain vigilant.

Members should ensure that all vessels have conducted a thorough voyage risk assessment and plan their transits in accordance with BMP5 as advised by the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations notice UKMTO-10#99.

Members are also encouraged to report to all voluntary reporting schemes when operating in the region.

North has produced a series of briefings on maritime security in general and for vessels operating in the Western Indian Ocean region, the briefings can be found here:

Industry guidance is free to download here. This includes:

Global Counter Piracy Guidance for Companies, Masters and Seafarers: A new publication on security threats around the world.
BMP5: Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy and Enhance Maritime Safety in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea: This replaces BMP 4.
Guidelines for Owners, Operators and Masters for protection against piracy and armed robbery in the Gulf of Guinea region: Third edition.

North is monitoring the situation and will keep Members updated of any relevant developments.

If Members have any specific questions these can be addressed to Gulf-Enquiries@nepia.com.