The UK Maritime Trade Operations Organization (UKMTO) has issued a statement that reports of suspicious activity have been received in the Gulf of Aden, which may indicate the movements of pirate groups. According to this report, published on Wednesday, November 6, several suspicious small boats were seen near commercial ships. One of these reports describes a blue green boat carrying 9 passengers, equipped with two ladders and a hook. The organization advised vessels passing through the area to proceed with caution, follow safety instructions and report any suspicious activity.

The UK Maritime Trade Operations Organization (UKMTO) has issued a statement that reports of suspicious activity have been received in the Gulf of Aden, which may indicate the movements of pirate groups. According to this report, published on Wednesday, November 6, several suspicious small boats were seen near commercial ships. One of these reports describes a blue green boat carrying 9 passengers, equipped with two ladders and a hook. The organization advised vessels passing through the area to proceed with caution, follow safety instructions and report any suspicious activity.