Casualties & Safety
Capesize Bulker Remains Aground off Gladstone, Queensland
The Liberian-flagged Cape Falcon has been stuck aground since September 18th, with no success in refloating attempts; ongoing salvage operations.
Casualties & Safety
25 Crew Rescued from MSC Container Ship in Distress off Vietnam
25 crew members are safely rescued after abandoning an MSC Hermes III container vessel about 300 km east of Vietnam, with no injuries reported.
Casualties & Safety
JACUAR runs aground off Somali Coast; Secretary-General Urges Protection of Merchant
A 1998-built cargo vessel has grounded off Somalia, while the International Maritime Organization calls for restraint.
Casualties & Safety
Indonesia Plans to Right Capsized Ship as Search Continues for Missing
Authorities in Indonesia are preparing to right a capsized passenger vessel, while search efforts continue for 129 missing individuals, highlighting.
U.S.-Contracted Ship Struck in Iranian Attack Near Strait of Hormuz
Fox News reports a U.S.-contracted vessel, carrying American personnel, was hit by Iranian drones and missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, causing minor.
Indian and Pakistani naval vessels collide in Arabian Sea
Two nations accuse each other of unprofessional conduct, heightening tensions in the region. This article details the collision between an Indian warship.
IMO Secretary General Urges End to Attacks on Merchant Ships and Seafarers
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has reported 80 verified attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in at least 22 seafarer deaths.
US Coast Guard and FBI Investigate Cyberattacks on Tankers Bound for U.S.
Two tankers boarded by authorities after indications of cyber intrusions; safety and security concerns rise amid global shipping tensions.
Oman Rescues 23 from Attacked Oil Tanker, Two Missing
The tanker 'El Gaia' was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz and towed to an Omani port after a fire broke out; search operations continue for two crew.
U.S. rejects Iran’s mine claim as Hormuz shipping threat remains severe
The U.S. military disputes an Iranian claim that a Panama-flagged tanker struck a naval mine, citing missile and drone attacks instead.
Captain of Sunk Cyprus Ferry Faces Court Over Tragedy
The captain of the sunken 'Filo Jet' ferry in Cyprus faces court over an incident that resulted in 8 deaths and 18 missing persons.
Two Bulk Carriers Collide Off Kandla; 21 Crew Evacuated
On September 11, 2026, two bulk carriers collided off the coast of Kandla, Gujarat, India, with the Indian Coast Guard evacuating 21 crew members.
