This vessel was inspected by a British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) patrol vessel on 23 February 2023 within the UK BIOT EEZ. The vessel inspection uncovered the use of illegal gear types, fishing without authorisation and contravention of multiple IOTC CMMs (such as a lack of logbook and VMS system). ST ANNES (INDTN15MM3793) was included in the IOTC IUU vessel list on 23 May 2024 under the India flag and ownership of Maria Manoj S/O Swamynathan.
Not on Record of Authorised Vessels (RAV). Fishing in closed area. Fishing in Coastal State's waters without authorization. Contravention of IOTC CMMs (e.g. VMS).
