Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Kota-Sahabat

On February 24, 2018, at approximately 11:20 a.m., the vessel 'Kota Sahabat' issued a distress signal after encountering a pirate attack roughly 50 nautical miles south of Bonny, precisely at coordinates 03°21'00"N, 07°01'12"E. The assailants, armed with a fast-speed boat, aggressively pursued the cargo ship. However, thanks to the vessel’s proactive anti-piracy measures and swift acceleration, the 'Kota Sahabat' was able to evade the attackers after a tense 30-minute chase. In response to the distress call, a Nigerian Navy frigate promptly arrived at the scene to bolster security. Following the incident, the 'Kota Sahabat' was escorted safely to the Onne Container Terminal, where it docked at 8:30 p.m., ensuring the crew's safety and the ship's integrity after a harrowing encounter.