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A voluntary reporting scheme operating for the Indian Ocean
About usUKMTO operates a Voluntary Reporting Scheme (VRS) for the Indian Ocean, specifically Red Sea, Gulf Of Aden, and Arabian Sea, (In accordance with the Maritime Security Chart Q6099), administered by the Maritime Trade Information Centre (MTIC)/UKMTO (Dubai).
UKMTO acts as the primary point of contact for merchant vessels and liaison with military forces in the region. Vessel are encouraged to report their positions (By email daily at 08.00 UTC) whilst operating in the area.
The area comprises of the UKMTO Voluntary Reporting Area (VRA).
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BMP - Maritime Security
Best Management Practice (BMP) Maritime Security (MS) consolidates previously published regional BMP documents into a single, comprehensive publication. It focuses on a threat and risk management process addressing globally applicable threats and mitigations, as well as providing references to external sources for up to date regional information. The purpose of this publication is to help all ships plan their voyage and to detect, avoid, deter, delay and report attacks and incidents wherever they may occur. Experience has shown following the recommendations BMP offers makes a significant difference to the safety of seafarers. BMP MS publication is available for download via the link BMP MS and maritimeglobalsecurity.org. To submit a new Voluntary Reporting Scheme (VRS) Report Form, please click the link Reporting Formats Should you require further information contact UKMTO at [email protected]
Maritime Security Chart
Contains security related information to mariners for the geographical area.
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