Some progress noted in deterring pirates, but mistreatment of mariners persists

摘要

If you go by the numbers, the shipping industry is making headway in the fight against Somali pirates: There have been fewer vessels seized this year compared with 2010, and fewer hostages are being held for ransom. But the practice of mistreating mariners while they are in captivity does not show any signs of abating, industry observers say.