IMO Secretary-General Mourns Seafarers Killed During Rescue Of Hijacked Ship
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has expressed his condolences and reiterated his tireless call on the international community to do more to protect seafarers, following reports of the deaths of five crew members during an operation to free the hijacked vessel HONOUR 25 in the Gulf of Aden region. The HONOUR 25 was one of three ...
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez mourns the loss of five seafarers who died during the rescue operation of the hijacked ship HONOUR 25 in the Gulf of Aden. The incident occurred on 29 September, off the coast of Somalia. Dominguez emphasized the need for the international community to take more action to safeguard seafarers.
Three vessels were freed this week, including HONOUR 25, SEAMULL (SIBU 1), and EUREKA, after being held captive by pirates and armed robbers. A total of 44 seafarers were rescued from the three ships. However, 22 seafarers remain captive onboard the ASANA. Dominguez urged all involved parties to ensure the freed seafarers receive necessary medical care and support.
He stressed the importance of maritime security and highlighted existing measures and best practices, calling for renewed resolve and targeted cooperation.
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