Two articles of interest (purely from the view of this blog. All the articles are great to read).
One on page 44, regarding the use of inserts in flare pistols.
And on on page 70 about a failed attack off Venezuela, last April.
Drop me a line, let me know what you think.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Italian Yacht Robbed
From the folks at Noonsite:
Italian Yacht Robbed and Stolen at Sea leaving crew behind
Created by sue. Last modified on 2009-06-20 14:26:03
Topic: Piracy Reports 2009
Countries: Italy
This full news story in Italian can be found on the ANSA (Italian News Agency) website. http://www.ansa.it/site/notizie/awnplus/english/english.html - sorry I don't have the exact page yet.
Area: Italy, Naple's Bay, near Posillipo
Date: June 18th, 2009, 9pm
Three people aboard a fast launch rammed a 42 foot motor boat with two people on board. They boarded the boat and robbed the owner and his friend, then made them put on lifejackets before throwing them overboard and stealing the boat, disappearing into the dusk.
The two victims, who were saved after a while, suffered mild hypothermia.
The Police and Carabinieri continue their investigations.
Our thanks to Paolo Nobile for sending us this report.
Italian Yacht Robbed and Stolen at Sea leaving crew behind
Created by sue. Last modified on 2009-06-20 14:26:03
Topic: Piracy Reports 2009
Countries: Italy
This full news story in Italian can be found on the ANSA (Italian News Agency) website. http://www.ansa.it/site/notizie/awnplus/english/english.html - sorry I don't have the exact page yet.
Area: Italy, Naple's Bay, near Posillipo
Date: June 18th, 2009, 9pm
Three people aboard a fast launch rammed a 42 foot motor boat with two people on board. They boarded the boat and robbed the owner and his friend, then made them put on lifejackets before throwing them overboard and stealing the boat, disappearing into the dusk.
The two victims, who were saved after a while, suffered mild hypothermia.
The Police and Carabinieri continue their investigations.
Our thanks to Paolo Nobile for sending us this report.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Good news from Phuket
Breaking News: Singlehanded Sailor Akio Yonago is Safe!
http://www.yachtpals.com/akio-yonago-4155
Many of us feared the worst. And I am relieved it has worked out well.
http://www.yachtpals.com/akio-yonago-4155
Many of us feared the worst. And I am relieved it has worked out well.
'Paying the Pirate's Price' article
http://www.reason.com/news/show/133860.html
Brings up some good reasoning. In our headlong dash to have government "solve" all our problems, what is wrong with taking care of things on the lowest level possible?
Brings up some good reasoning. In our headlong dash to have government "solve" all our problems, what is wrong with taking care of things on the lowest level possible?
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Inferno System
There is interest among the commercial vessels, and amongst some of the yachts I have worked with, to utilize the Inferno system.
We (Maritime Vital Asset Protection and Phantom Services) have recommended them for our clients.
http://www.marineguardsecurity.com/2009.06.01_arch.html#1245254709430
Saturday, June 13, 2009
A small cruiser.....
Thought yachtsmen would love the latest small craft out of Germany, coming soon to a marina near you.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/worldnews/article-1192640/Admiral-Abramovich-launches-300million-mega-yachtski-The-worlds-biggest-submarine.html
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Noonsite - Update on Seychelles Piracy
Some good news for cruisers
http://www.noonsite.com/Members/sue/R2009-06-09-6/view
Seychelles Update on Piracy
Created by sue. Last modified on 2009-06-09 20:26:40
Topic: Piracy Reports 2009
Countries: Seychelles
We are now back in the Seychelles and can give you an update on the piracy situation here.
The Somali pirates are no longer operating in Seychelles waters. One reason given is that the SE trade winds have now set in. Presumably the wind and swell makes it difficult for them to approach and board their victims. Another reason must be the presence of NATO warships. There were 3 in Port Victoria last week.
Yachts have been leaving the Seychelles for some time now, mostly heading east or south and reaching their destinations without any piracy problems. The authorities tell us that it is now safe to sail throughout Seychelles waters (including the outer islands) and to make passages out in all directions. Of course, the usual caution applies regarding the coast of Somalia and Gulf of Aden.
There are now very few foreign-flagged yachts in Port Victoria so there's plenty of room for a few more. Anyone coming should be aware that there have been a number of thefts in recent weeks, from yachts in the old port and anchorage on the north side of Eden island. Wallets and electronic equipment have been stolen, sometimes when the crew have been sleeping on board.
Rachel Chandler
S/Y Lynn Rival
http://www.noonsite.com/Members/sue/R2009-06-09-6/view
Seychelles Update on Piracy
Created by sue. Last modified on 2009-06-09 20:26:40
Topic: Piracy Reports 2009
Countries: Seychelles
We are now back in the Seychelles and can give you an update on the piracy situation here.
The Somali pirates are no longer operating in Seychelles waters. One reason given is that the SE trade winds have now set in. Presumably the wind and swell makes it difficult for them to approach and board their victims. Another reason must be the presence of NATO warships. There were 3 in Port Victoria last week.
Yachts have been leaving the Seychelles for some time now, mostly heading east or south and reaching their destinations without any piracy problems. The authorities tell us that it is now safe to sail throughout Seychelles waters (including the outer islands) and to make passages out in all directions. Of course, the usual caution applies regarding the coast of Somalia and Gulf of Aden.
There are now very few foreign-flagged yachts in Port Victoria so there's plenty of room for a few more. Anyone coming should be aware that there have been a number of thefts in recent weeks, from yachts in the old port and anchorage on the north side of Eden island. Wallets and electronic equipment have been stolen, sometimes when the crew have been sleeping on board.
Rachel Chandler
S/Y Lynn Rival
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Links for Sunday - Dockwalk and FeralJundi
Back from the hot and dusty places to the hot and humid places. Good to see all green things again....
From Dockwalk, here is an article about what can happen carrying weapons aboard.
http://www.dockwalk.com/Essentials/HotTopics.aspx?id=25058
And from one of my favorite blogs to follow, FeralJundi with a story from the commercial side of maritime security/piracy.
http://feraljundi.com/2009/06/04/maritime-security-inside-story-of-somali-pirate-attack/#more-806
From Dockwalk, here is an article about what can happen carrying weapons aboard.
http://www.dockwalk.com/Essentials/HotTopics.aspx?id=25058
And from one of my favorite blogs to follow, FeralJundi with a story from the commercial side of maritime security/piracy.
http://feraljundi.com/2009/06/04/maritime-security-inside-story-of-somali-pirate-attack/#more-806
Friday, June 5, 2009
Pirates Newsletter
We have hit the big time! A link in a cool newsletter.
Go here - http://www.cindyvallar.com/piratelinks.html - for a very in depth look at pirates, from olden times to now. Subscribe to the newsletter, enjoy the many links she has posted.
Tell her Don at yachtsecurity sent you. then drop me a comment letting me know what you think.
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