FV Ekawat Nava 5, Fishing trawler in Indian Ocean waters.
FV Ekawat Nava 5 was a deep-sea fishing vessel registered under Kiribati's flag while operated by Thai maritime interests. The boat carried two speedboats and worked in Indian Ocean fishing grounds.
In November 2008, the Indian Navy ship INS Tabar engaged the vessel in waters near Oman, resulting in its sinking. The incident became a significant event in regional discussions about maritime security.
The crew came from Thailand and Cambodia, reflecting how fishing vessels in the Indian Ocean drew workers from multiple countries. This international makeup was common for boats operating under different national flags in these waters.
The vessel operated in waters with heavy maritime traffic and substantial commercial fishing activity. The location is historically significant for those interested in maritime events and naval operations.
The boat operated under a small island nation's flag despite being controlled by Southeast Asian owners, a common practice in the fishing industry. This registration approach made it harder to track the actual ownership and control of vessels operating in international waters.
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