Tag: Piracy
$15M in monitoring devices procured to revolutionise fishing industry
Guyana’s fishing industry is poised for significant transformation with the introduction of artisanal vessel monitoring devices, procured and distributed to ... Read More
MARAD to establish new tracking system to deter piracy
−Automatic Identification System to allow for distress calls −New system will see Maritime Police and Public Telecommunications Min. collaborating DPI, ... Read More
Families of piracy victims get monetary support from government
DPI, Guyana, Friday, June 29, 2018 The Ministry of Public Security today made a monetary donation to family members of ... Read More
Guyana’s laws provide for tough penalties against piracy – Prime Minister Nagamootoo
DPI, Guyana, Monday, June 18, 2018 Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo has reiterated that there are laws of Guyana that provide ... Read More
Guyana still awaiting response from Suriname in Piracy attacks
DPI, GUYANA, Friday, June 8, 2018 Minister of Public Security Khemraj Ramjattan said Guyana is still awaiting a response from ... Read More
GDF Coast Guard increasing security posture
- Reported rates of piracy decreased since 2015 - anti-piracy task force reactivated - Closer cooperation between Guyana and Suriname ... Read More
Minister Ramjattan reiterates call for fisher-folk to be security conscious
DPI/GINA, GUYANA, Tuesday, June 06, 2017 Minister of Public Security Khemraj Ramjattan has renewed his call for fishermen to protect ... Read More