According to Ambrey, four armed individuals with knives boarded a bulk carrier in 7 January while traveling through the Philip Channel in the Singapore Strait.
The incident occurred about 12 nautical miles northwest of Pulau Terung, Indonesia. This attack adds to a series of similar incidents in the area over the past few months. As reported, similar to previous attacks, the ship involved in the incident had a low freeboard.
Ambrey stated that crews navigating the Singapore Strait with freeboards lower than 10 meters that they face a higher risk of attack. Moreover, it is recommended to secure access to the accommodation and ship’s stores.
As of December 2024, RecAAP ISC has reported that a total of 62 incidents (61 incidents in SS and one incident in Malacca Strait) were reported in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS) since January 2024.
