BIMCO calls for release of Galaxy Leader crew and an end to Red Sea attacks
One year since the Galaxy Leader attacked by Houthis in the Red Sea and the crew taken hostage. Statement from BIMCO Secretary General & CEO, David Loosley
One year since the Galaxy Leader attacked by Houthis in the Red Sea and the crew taken hostage. Statement from BIMCO Secretary General & CEO, David Loosley
During 2023 and 2024, there have been several attacks on shipping by Somali pirates. After a windy summer, the monsoon season is now coming to an end which increases the risk of renewed attacks by Somali pirates on merchant ships.
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Updated security guidance applicable to navigating in the Southern Red Sea and Gulf of Aden issued by BIMCO, ICS, CLIA, IMCA, INTERCARGO, INTERTANKO and OCIMF
After the killing of General Qassem Soleimani by a US drone in early January 2020, and the following retaliation by Iran, BIMCO is publishing its view of the escalated tension in the Persian Gulf, as well as advice regarding the new sanctions clauses, and encourages owners, operators and charterers ... Please follow the link to continue reading.
The maritime industry has joined together to express concern for the seafarers who have been held hostage, and call on the Houthis to release the crew of the Galaxy Leader.
Industry associations, including BIMCO, express deep concern over the tragic loss of life and injuries in an attack MV True Confidence in the Red Sea on 6 March 2024