The Russian Navy has joined the search operation for a Finnish ship with a Russian crew that was attacked by pirates in the Atlantic Ocean en route to Algeria

According to a navy statement, radio contact with the freighter Arctic Sea with 13 to 15 crew members on board was lost on 28 July.

The pirates attacked the cargo vessel, which was scheduled to arrive in Bejaia, Algeria on 4 August 2009 in Swedish territorial waters on 24 July.

The pirates boarded the ship between the Swedish islands of Oeland and Gotland in the Baltic Sea, identifying themselves as police officers.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

The freighter was carrying lumber cargo including sawn wood products from Stora Enso Oyj valued at €1.3m ($1.8m).

See Also:

The ship, which was built in 1991, weighs 4,706t and is operated by Oy Solchart Management AB.