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Naval Task Force Works On Anti-Piracy Skills

June 30 2011

Thailand

A Thai navy task force has just concluded three days of anti-piracy training in the Gulf of Thailand prior to a deployment to the Gulf of Aden, reports the Bangkok Post.

The patrol vessel Narathiwat and replenishment ship Similan, equipped with a pair of Bell 212 helicopters, took part in the training this week.

The ships are expected to begin counter-piracy duties on July 12 for a 140-day mission in the Gulf of Aden.

The counter-piracy unit is charged with protecting Thai...

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