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Maritime Security Advisory for Indian Ships and Foreign Flagged vessel with Indian Seafarers Transiting/ Operating in the Black Sea-reg
Applicable to:
Ship Owners, Ship Managers, RPSL Holders, Ship Masters, Seafarers and Maritime Industry Stakeholders
Effective Date:
23.07.2026
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Security Advisory for Black Sea
In view of the armed conflict and recent attacks on merchant vessels in the Black Sea, all Indian flagged vessels and foreign vessels with Indian seafarers are advised to:
- a. Exercise highest degree of caution and undertake voyage-specific security risk assessments before entering the affected region.
- b. Continuously monitor and comply with advisories issued by the Directorate or other government departments.
- c. Immediately report any security incident or suspicious activity to DGCOMM Centre through e-navik, IFC-IOR, the Flag State, Coastal State, and any other concerned authority.
- d. For emergency assistance, contact MMDAC (DG Communication Centre) and IFC-IOR.
Important Note
Ten incidents involving Indian seafarers have occurred since April 2026, resulting in casualties and vessel damage. Seafarers' safety is paramount.
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