According to the International Maritime Bureau (IMB), acts of piracy in global waters have significantly increased in 2025, rising almost 35% compared to the previous year. The most affected area is the Singapore Straits, which reported 27 attacks compared to just seven the previous year. In total, 45 incidents were recorded, with 37 vessels boarded. Crew safety is a major concern, with multiple crew members taken hostage or injured during these attacks, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced maritime security measures.
Acts of piracy on the world's seas have surged this year, with a 35% increase in incidents reported by the International Maritime Bureau, particularly in the Singapore Straits.
The IMB reported 45 cases of piracy in the first quarter of 2025, with 37 vessels boarded and a significant increase in attacks specifically in the busy Singapore Straits.
In the Singapore Straits, 92% of all targeted vessels were successfully boarded, highlighting severe challenges for global shipping and crew safety.
IMB Director Michael Howlett acknowledged the rising threats, emphasizing that safeguarding crew members is paramount amidst the growing incidences of piracy.
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