1. Commander CTF 151 March - June 2011
“The Singapore Armed Forces Experience in Countering Piracy in the Gulf of Aden”
RADM Harris Chan
Commander CTF 151 March - June 2011
Commander, Maritime Security Task Force (MSTF)/ Director, Multi-National Operations (MNO)

2. Piracy Trends in the GoA
Tactics, Techniques and Procedures
Expanding Pirate Hunting Ground
Expanding operating areas beyond Somalia - Pirates operating up to 1400nm , often outside the reach of patrolling coalition assets.
Hostages used as “human shield” to hinder military disruption efforts.
Continued use of dhows as “mothership” to evade detection and extend operating area.

3. Piracy Trends in the GoA
2010 vs 2011
CAA 1 FEB 2012
Comparing with 2010, last year saw an increase in pirate attempts but decrease in pirated ships.
Currently, the pirates are holding on to 5 ships (154 hostages) at their pirate anchorages (as compared to 45 ships in 2010.)

4. Piracy Trends in the GoA Climate as an Influencing Factor
CAA 1 FEB 2012

5. Piracy Trends in the GoA Increasing Violence Against Hostages

6. Piracy Trends in the GoA Tougher Military Stance

7. Piracy Trends in the GoA Possible Piracy - Terror Nexus?

8. Piracy Trends in the GoA Changing Inland Situation in Somalia

9. A Multi-National Approach to Countering Piracy
CMF Nations
Australia
Bahrain
Belgium
Canada
Denmark
France
Germany
Greece
Italy
Japan
Jordan
Kuwait
NATO
(Op Ocean Shield) EU
(Op Atalanta)
China
India
Indonesia
Japan
Malaysia
Russia
Independent Deployers
Brunei
Philippines
Qatar
Yemen
Netherlands
New Zealand
Pakistan
Portugal
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
ROK
Thailand
Spain
Turkey UK
UAE
USA
Non-CMF Nations
Singapore is one of 25 countries in the Combined Maritime Forces
Countries which participated in SAF-led Missions
Collective and concerted multi-national approach in counter-piracy operations.
Internationality of SAF-led CTF 151.
Strong commitment from Australia, Denmark, France, Korea, Netherlands, Thailand, UK and US. However, Italy and Spain may review commitment due to reduced ops budget.

10. A Comprehensive Strategy to Countering Piracy Disruption Operations
 International Forum for Countries, Organisations & Industry Groups
Strategic
Singapore Ambassador Ms Mary Seet hosting the
9th Plenary Session of the CGPCS
Info Sharing between Coalition, Ind Deployers & Civilian Stakeholders
Shared Awareness & De-confliction Meeting in Bahrain
Maritime Info Exchange Vessel Operators Meeting in Dubai
 Ops Coordination between Military Assets
Sector Patrol
Maritime Air Patrols
Disruption Operations
Operational
Bringing together Relevant Stakeholders

11. SAF’s Counter Piracy Missions to the Gulf of Aden
SAF Contributions to Counter-Piracy Operations
Senior National Rep to CMF
SAF Task Group:
LST and Two SP Helos
Command of CTF 151
SAF Maritime Patrol Aircraft Detachment
2011
2010
2009

12. The SAF Command Team 2011

13. Multi-National Collaboration in the GoA IRTC/ GOA CO-ORDINATOR
JAPAN
MALAYSIA
INDIA
KOREA
CHINA
Yemen
Somailia
CTF 151
SINGAPORE
CTF 465
CTF 508
SPAIN
ITALY
Jan – Apr 11
Apr – Jun 11
Jun – Jan 12
Jan – Apr 12
IRTC/ GOA CO-ORDINATOR
SAF CTF 151 assumed as the IRTC coordinator from Apr to Jun 11.
Operational responses are closely co-ordinated between coalition and Independent Deployers.

14. Establishing Info-Sharing Networks
CMF
EUNAVFOR
NATO
Independent Deployers
Shipping Community

15. Enhancing Information Sharing
MERCURY
UK MTO
Independent
Deployers
CTF 150
MPRA
CTF 508
Korean
Navy
CENTRIXS
CTF 465
Merchant
Vessels
Secured
Access Limited to ----Coalition Partners
Non-Secured
Web-Based
Japan Maritime
Self Defense Force
CTF 151
Indonesian
Navy
Yemen
Coast Guard
Pakistan
ACCESS II
Djibouti
Maritime HQ
Merchant
Vessels
INMARSAT (Voice)
MMS VHF
Password-Enabled
Satcom-Based
French
Alindien HQ

16. Enhancing Cooperation Amongst Partners
Indonesia
Enhancing Cooperation Amongst Partners
Japan
S. Korea
USA
Pakistan
China
Portugal
European Union
Spain UK

17. Lessons Learnt for Maritime Security in ASEAN
Cooperative Maritime Security Frameworks
Establishing Collaborative Info-sharing Networks
Fostering Mutual Understanding& Trust
Building Interoperability & Capacity

18. Establishing Collaborative Info-Sharing Networks
Creating A Regional Network Of Networks
Thailand
Maritime Enforcement Coordination Centre
Philippines
Maritime Research Information Centre
Malaysia
Maritime Enforcement Agency
Brunei
Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre
Singapore
Information Fusion Centre
Australia
Border Protection Command
Indonesia
Puskodal Batam Info Sharing Centre
Indonesia
Guskamlabar Batam Operations Centre
New Zealand
National Maritime Coordination Centre
Regional Info-Sharing and
Ops Coordination Centres

19. Establishing Collaborative Info-Sharing Networks
ASEAN Information Sharing Portal
1st ASEAN Info Sharing Workshop (Nov 11)

20. Fostering Mutual Understanding & Trust
Through Regular Exchanges and Dialogues
5th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting 2011
5th ASEAN Navy Chiefs’ Meeting 2011

21. Building Interoperability and Capacity
Through Exercises
Maritime Information Sharing Exercise 2011
Ex COBRAGOLD 2011
Western Pacific MCMEX 2011
Ex SEACAT 2011

22. Safe and Secure Seas for All