UKMTO reports attempted tanker seizure off Yemeni coast

AI Summary

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported an attempted seizure of a product tanker off the coast of Yemen by five armed individuals on a skiff. The tanker successfully evaded the attempt by changing course, highlighting ongoing maritime security challenges in the region.

The Master of a product tanker reported being approached by a skiff carrying five armed persons who appeared to be attempting to board the vessel. In response, the vessel conducted evasive manoeuvres and altered course away from the skiff