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Update on the kidnapping of Sichem Peace crew

10 Jul, 2009

EMS Ship Management, which had six crew members kidnapped from their managed chemical/oil tanker "Sichem Peace" on July 4, off Port KOKO, Nigeria, report that further contact has been made with the seafarers who are being held hostage in the Niger Delta. They report that they are well and being well treated. EMS Ship Management and their professional advisors are working closely with the appropriate governments and government agencies to secure their swift release.

The vessel is being moved to a safe location and will resume commercial operation as soon as possible,

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