How to protect a yacht from pirates?
Protecting a yacht from pirates includes several measures:
Route planning: Avoid known dangerous areas and use up-to-date information about pirates.
Communication: Keep in touch with coastguards and other vessels. Use AIS systems and satellite communications.
Barricades and fortifications: Enhance security on board with barricades, nets and locks on doors and hatches.
Equipment: Have protective equipment on board, such as stun grenades, rocket launchers and flares.
Crew: Train the crew to act in case of an attack, conduct evacuation training and use protective equipment.
Legal support: Learn about the legal aspects and possibilities of obtaining assistance from military and security services in various regions.
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