Static Security

Piracy has become a worldwide issue. As it attempts to lurk in the vast oceans, maritime crews must be prepared to whatever that lies ahead of them. In view of this, preparedness as well as anti-piracy technology can thwart these possible horrible events.

Be Updated

Before you venture into the sea, especially to the unfamiliar ones, it is very imperative that you know the latest updates on the areas with high risk for piracy. You can get valuable information on maritime websites that will eventually give you a heads-up on what you should do — for instance, assessment of your vessel as well as a blueprint for piracy attacks.

Crew Safety is Paramount

To ensure the safety of everyone, the plan for anti-maritime piracy is to prevent assailants from entering the ship. You can put on physical barricades like rasor wires as well as electrified fence to keep the pirates off your ship. Plan should also be drafted to prevent crew members from getting trapped somewhere in your ship during fire or assaults.

Check Your Ship’s Speed

It would be difficult for pirates to hijack a ship with a speed of more than 18 knots. As such, when you go to high-risk areas, proceed at full speed.

Get Equipped with Anti-Piracy Weapons

You might not know, but there might be a chance that you would encounter pirates at high seas. At this point, non-lethal weapons would be of great help to counteract pirates’ assaults. Some of these include the following:

Electric Fence. An electric fence prevents assailants from entering your ship. This defensive weapon is very convenient. Whenever it is not used, you can simply fold and keep it.

Water Cannon. Instead of real cannon balls, water is being used in this weapon. This non-lethal weapon fires out an impenetrable stream of water that eventually slows down pirate’s ship.

Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD). Cargo as well as cruise ships make use of LRAD to drive away pirates. This device emits a high-pitched noise that an average human cannot tolerate.

Stun Grenade. This device will not cause permanent injury to the pirates. It will only cause temporary disorientation on them by virtue of loud noise and blinding light flash.

Slippery Foam. Problems might get worst if pirates start to enter your ship. You can prevent this by putting on slippery foam on the sides of the ship and the deck. Afterwards, it would be difficult for anyone to stand or walk on it.

Piracy Drill

Each of the crew should be well-acquainted with his role and duties. In view of this, you can evaluate your crew’s preparedness by conducting a drill. This activity becomes a necessity, especially when you enter a piracy-prone area.

The Actions to Implement

Piracy is like a plague that could affect anyone who ventures into the sea. If this would not be stopped, it will take the lifeblood of trade that will eventually have its consequences on those who expect it. Nonetheless, it is important to consider anti-piracy solutions, preparation and technology.