For the construction and use of citadels in waters affected by Somalia piracy
BIMCO has developed new and updated guidance relating to the construction and use of citadels in waters affected by Somalia piracy.
Since January 2010 there have been 26 cases where pirates have actually boarded vessels but have been unable to take control because the vessels’ crew have all successfully sought refuge in a pre-planned citadel. However, there have also beenfive cases where citadels have been breached – these may be attributed to a number of factors including poor construction and location of the citadel.
The citadeltrack record to date and the many potential trip wires for the safety of the crew when using citadels has necessitated this new guidance, which discusses elements such as the location and construction of a citadel, its use and operation, its survivability time-frame and military considerations for rendering assistance in cases wherea citadel is being used by a ship’s crew.
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Source: BIMCO
