Category: Somalia
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TGS prolongs geophysical data mission for Somalia’s offshore hydrocarbon basins
TGS prolongs geophysical data mission for Somalia’s offshore hydrocarbon basins Norwegian energy data and intelligence company TGS has struck a deal with the government of Somalia to extend its assignment to market and license offshore geophysical data for the African country’s acreage, said to be among the world’s most under-explored regions. The post TGS prolongs…
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Emboldened Somali pirates spark fear in the Indian Ocean
Emboldened Somali pirates spark fear in the Indian Ocean The threat of Somali piracy is re-emerging in the Indian Ocean, with recent incidents highlighting the increasing sophistication and reach of pirate groups. Yesterday’s hijacking of the Malta-flagged Hellas Aphrodite—carrying gasoline from India to South Africa—marked the first merchant vessel boarding of the year, with the…
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Somali pirates board tanker in deepwater attack
Somali pirates board tanker in deepwater attack A Malta-flagged products tanker has been boarded by armed pirates in the Indian Ocean. According to maritime security specialists Vanguard Tech and Ambrey, the Hellas Aphrodite was attacked early today, approximately 549 nautical miles east-southeast of Hobyo, Somalia, far beyond the traditional high-risk area. The 50,000 dwt vessel,…