Priority Broadcast Alert – Asia and Oceania

A Hong Kong-flagged bulk carrier was reportedly boarded by two individuals while transiting eastbound in the Philip Channel, 4.6NM northwest of Kapalajernih Island, Indonesia. The suspects were reportedly armed with a ‘gun-like’ object. During the incident, the vessel was underway at 10.1kts, with an estimated freeboard of 6.25m. At the time of writing, the vessel was continuing her journey.
ADVICE: Crews transiting the Singapore Strait with freeboards lower than 10m are advised they are at heightened risk. Crews should lock down access to the accommodation block and ship’s stores. It is recommended to carry out partnered deck patrols. Do not confront criminals.