Press
Press articles and downloadable content.
Below is a list of press articles and downloadable PDF files.
The Problem With Piracy
YCO Management Update - February 2009
The maritime world has been rocked by numerous reports of piracy across the world. The Gulf of Aden, in particular the Somali coast, has been the main focus of concern in recent years. Despite efforts to reduce the number of attacks through naval patrols, the area remains among the most hazardous in the world, suffering approximately 90 acts of piracy reported by the end of November.
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Busting Security Myths
Press article - The Yacht Report
For many, the bodyguard, close protection or personal security brings images of XXL gentlemen looking outwards from the client as they hustle along. Suspicious, maybe even piggy eyes dart to and from as they mutter self-importantly into their lapels or ears which sport a telephone-like curly cord.
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No Second Chance
Press article - The Yacht Report - 27th September 2005
Although the below is a fictitious scenario, an individual is known to the author who was taken hostage off the coast of Somalia and several elements of this following scenario are based on his experiences.
Yacht Security - Considerations and Steps to Take
Press article - The Captains' Forum - 29th June 2005
A YACHT, no matter how large, is not an island. It is not a GRP or aluminium safety cocoon; it does not guarantee its occupants protection and it does not guard against man-made incidents or natural disasters.
