There were 66 incidents reported worldwide compared to 102 duringthe same stage of 2011, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) said in a report.
However while attacks off Somalia are on the wane thanks toarmed guards and the presence of naval forces, the Gulf of Guinea continues togive cause for concern.
There were 15 incidents recorded in the region, including three hijackings,while Nigeria accounted for 11 incidents.
