Are ballistic blinds the answer to petro-piracy?
Owners and operators of vessels can now fit ballistic blinds themselves thanks to a new ‘self-install’ system from Marine Armor System (MAS) that offers crews protection from pirate attacks.
In light of the rise of attacks on tankers with low freeboards in SE Asia, MAS says the ballistic blinds are an affordable way for crews on these ‘low-freeboard’ tankers to protect themselves.
‘Lower freeboards and speed of travel does leave tankers vulnerable to piracy attacks. The current trend in petro–piracy highlights that security hardening solutions are not a luxury, but an essential part of seafaring,’ Marine Armor System coordinator Edurne
Already have an account? Log in
Want to keep reading this article?
More from Naval Warfare
-
![South Korea advances next-gen naval concepts for future force needs]()
South Korea advances next-gen naval concepts for future force needs
HHI and Hanwha Ocean outline highly autonomous and unmanned-enabled designs as the ROKN explores force structure for the 2030s and beyond.
-
![South Korean shipbuilders showcase export ambitions amid ongoing KDDX delays]()
South Korean shipbuilders showcase export ambitions amid ongoing KDDX delays
Hyundai and Hanwha recently unveiled advanced frigate and submarine designs while South Korea eyes new export markets and resolves internal rivalries
-
![US Navy seeks industry partners to address pressing research needs]()
US Navy seeks industry partners to address pressing research needs
The Office of Naval Research will host an Industry Engagement Day in August aiming at building new partnerships and advancing its science and technology initiatives in multiple areas.
-
![Raytheon awarded $1.2 billion in contracts for AN/SPY-6(V) radars for the US Navy]()
Raytheon awarded $1.2 billion in contracts for AN/SPY-6(V) radars for the US Navy
Under the most recent contract, the US Navy will receive four additional AN/SPY-6(V) radars, increasing the number of radars under contract to 42. The radars are considered key for expanding the navy’s capability for air defence.
