Stop Ship Piracy

Maritime piracy is a serious threat to the safety and security of seafarers, ships, and global trade. Piracy attacks can result in loss of life, injury, hostage-taking, robbery, and damage to vessels and cargo. To prevent piracy, several methods have been proposed and implemented by the international community, the shipping industry, and individual states. Some of the methods for preventing maritime piracy are:

- Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD): This is a non-lethal device that emits a high-intensity sound beam that causes pain and discomfort to the pirates and deters them from approaching the ship. LRAD can also be used to communicate with the pirates and warn them to stay away.
- Anti-Piracy Laser Device: This is another non-lethal device that uses a laser beam to provide a visual warning and distraction to the pirates. The laser beam can temporarily blind or disorient the pirates and make them abandon their attack.
- Water Cannon: This is a device that delivers a powerful stream of water that can knock down or wash away the pirates who try to board the ship. The water cannon can also fill the pirates' boats with water and reduce their speed and manoeuvrability.
- Electric Secure Fence: This is a device that consists of an electric fence that surrounds the ship and prevents the pirates from climbing. The electric fence delivers a shock to anyone who touches it and can be folded when not in use.
- Nets - Boat Traps: This is a device that consists of a net that can be deployed in the water to entangle the propellers of the pirates' boats and disable them. The net can stop or slow down the pirates' boats and prevent them from reaching the ship.
- Slippery Foam - Mobile Denial System: This is a device that consists of a foam that can be sprayed on the deck or sides of the ship to make them slippery and difficult to climb. The foam reduces the traction of anything that comes in contact with it and makes it hard for the pirates to walk or stand.
- Foul Smelling Liquid - Liquid Deterrent System: This is a device that consists of a liquid that can be sprayed on the pirates or their boats to create an unpleasant smell and sensation. The liquid can irritate the skin, eyes, nose, and mouth of the pirates and make them retreat.

These are some of the methods for preventing maritime piracy that have been developed and used by various actors. However, these methods are not foolproof and may not work in all situations. Therefore, it is also important to adopt other measures such as: 

- Watch Keeping and Enhanced Vigilance: This is a practice that involves keeping a constant lookout for any suspicious activity or signs of piracy in the vicinity of the ship. Watch keeping and enhanced vigilance can help detect and deter potential pirate attacks and alert other ships or authorities for assistance.
- Ship Protection Measures: These are measures that involve modifying or enhancing the physical structure or features of the ship to make it more resistant or less attractive to pirate attacks. Some examples of ship protection measures are installing razor wire, barriers, alarms, lights, CCTV cameras, fire hoses, etc.
- Armed Guards: These are personnel who are trained and authorized to use firearms or other weapons to protect the ship and its crew from pirate attacks. Armed guards can provide an effective deterrent and defense against piracy, but they also entail legal, ethical, and operational challenges.

In conclusion, preventing maritime piracy requires a multi-faceted and collaborative approach that involves various stakeholders, technologies, and practices. By adopting some or all of these methods, ships can reduce their vulnerability and risk of being attacked by pirates.