Initial alert for subscribers: Understood container ship (RIO CHARLESTON, IMO 9362449, dwt 55313) was approached, attacked, in Gulf of Guinea 160 nm SW of Bonny at night Jun 9, escaped boarding, seems to be safe. Awaiting confirmation, more details. UPDATE: Confirmed it’s RIO CHARLESTON, the ship evaded pirates by speed and maneuvering, continued voyage from Lome Togo to Onne Nigeria, arrived at Onne same day. Understood container ship was approached, attacked, in Gulf of Guinea 160 nm SW of...
https://www.fleetmon.com/maritime-news/2020/29893/cargo-ship-attacked-gulf-guinea/