DOTLAN EveMaps

As of 2014, pirate attacks in New Eden mainly occur in low-sec rather than in the empire seas. This incident pattern has hindered intervention by international naval forces. Pirates in the region operate a well-funded criminal industry, which includes established supply networks. They are often part of heavily armed and sophisticated criminal enterprises, who increasingly use motherships to launch their attacks. The local pirates' overall aim is to blow stuff up. As such, they do not attach much importance to holding crew members and non profit cargo and vessels for ransom. Additionally, pirates in the Gulf of New Eden are especially noted for their violent modus operandi, which frequently involves the kidnapping, torture and podding of crewmen.