The first quarter of 2025 has seen a concerning 48% increase in armed robbery incidents against ships in Asia, according to the latest ReCAAP report. The majority of these incidents—84%—occurred in the congested Straits of Malacca and Singapore (SOMS), underscoring the need for enhanced maritime situational awareness and rapid response capabilities.
At ShipIn Systems, we believe that safety at sea is not negotiable. That’s why our flagship platform, FleetVision™, is equipped with advanced small craft detection and real-time alerting capabilities to help maritime stakeholders proactively address the growing threat of piracy and armed robbery.
The Piracy Problem: Fast, Unidentified, and Often Invisible
Modern piracy often involves small, fast-moving boats—typically low-profile and hard to detect on traditional radar. These vessels can approach unnoticed, especially in poor visibility or while the crew is occupied with other operations.
Despite the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code and best practices like the BMP5, crews remain vulnerable if they can’t see the threat early enough to act.
FleetVision™: Always On. Always Watching.
FleetVision™ enhances visibility by turning onboard cameras into intelligent sensors. Here’s how we’re redefining vessel security in piracy-prone waters:
AI-Powered Detection of a Suspicious Craft
FleetVision™ continuously analyzes onboard CCTV feeds using AI and machine learning to:
- Detect and track small craft within a defined perimeter of the vessel.
- Identify anomalous behavior, such as loitering, high-speed approach, or night-time proximity—common tactics used by pirates.
- Sends immediate alerts to the ship’s bridge and designated security personnel.
- Captures and forwards incident snapshots to shore-based security operations centers (SOCs), enabling remote situational awareness and coordinated decision-making.
Insights that Go Beyond the Incident
Every alert and detection event is logged and analyzed within FleetVision’s dashboard, providing:
- Trends over time, helping companies understand high-risk regions.
- Post-incident review tools with annotated video clips.
- Fleet-wide visibility, allowing CSOs and operations teams to standardize response protocols across vessels.
Real-World Impact: Securing Crews, Protecting Cargo
FleetVision™ has already helped operators prevent unauthorized approaches, provide video evidence to maritime law enforcement, and reassure crew members that they are supported 24/7—even in remote, piracy-prone waters.
A Safer Future at Sea
As piracy threats evolve, the maritime industry must embrace smarter, more agile defense mechanisms. With FleetVision™, ShipIn is committed to staying ahead of the curve—not just reacting to piracy, but actively preventing it.
If your vessels operate in high-risk regions, FleetVision™ offers the visibility and intelligence needed to keep your crew, cargo, and reputation secure.
Book a meeting to learn how FleetVision™ can be deployed across your fleet.
