ISAF repeats anti-piracy recommendations

2:46 PM Wed 19 May 2010 GMT

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Military Authorities have issued further warnings of piracy attacks in the Gulf of Aden and the Northern Indian Ocean region. As a result the International Sailing Federation (ISAF) has re-issued advice on guidelines. 'Piracy attacks continue in Gulf of Aden and Northern Indian Ocean: ISAF, supported by the naval forces, strongly recommends yachtsmen to avoid these areas - see ISAF guidelines at www.mschoa.org - but if under attack or suspected attack immediately telephone (do not email) UKMTO +971 50 552 3215.' The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) office in Dubai acts as the primary point of contact for merchant vessels ...

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