Review Procedures To Prevent Stowaway Attempts, Warns Standard Club

The incidence of attacks against the crew of commercial ships has unfortunately seen an increase over the past year.
The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) recently reported a rise in piracy and armed robbery on the world’s seas in the first nine months of 2020.
The club has previously produced a Stowaway bulletin including a detailed analysis of the underlying issues associated with stowaway cases.
The bulletin also includes guidance for members on how to try and prevent stowaways boarding...