Casualties & Safety
Six crew killed in Red Sea attack, sparking safety concerns
The attack on the Tihamah off Yemen increases concerns for seafarers and could delay transits through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
Casualties & Safety
Gulf conflict drives marine insurer payouts to $2bn
Marine insurers are facing significant claims from Middle East Gulf conflicts, totaling over $2 billion so far, with concerns of further losses.
Casualties & Safety
U.S. Forces Disable Panama-Flag Ship Near Iranian Blockade
The U.S. military fired missiles to disable a cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, citing non-compliance with the naval blockade.
Casualties & Safety
Four crew killed in Red Sea attack, Houthi missile strikes reported
Ship attacks and missile strikes continue in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, with four fatalities confirmed. This article provides details on recent incidents.
MSC fined $6m for 2024 Charleston runaway incident
Shipping giant MSC and its chief engineer face legal consequences after containership went out of control, leading to significant fines.
Stop killing transport workers: ITF condemns attacks on seafarers in Strait of Hormuz
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) warns of escalating attacks on merchant shipping, with civilian seafarers and vessels hit in both.
Submersible Disaster on Ocean Floor Near Titanic Wreckage
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada investigates the implosion of submersible Titan, resulting in loss of life during a dive operation near the RMS.
Ukraine halts attacks on non-Russian tankers exporting Kazakh crude
The International Transport Workers’ Federation condemns Black Sea vessel attacks, while Ukraine agrees to stop targeting non-Russian ships.
Wrecked Tanker Continues Uncontrolled Oil Discharge off Oman
The Cameroon-flagged Caroline Bezengi, grounded on rocks in southwestern Oman, continues to leak oil, raising ecological concerns and salvage challenges.
COSCO Car Carrier Catches Fire off Costa Rica; 22 Seafarers Rescued
A burning car carrier near the Costa Rican coast was rescued by two good Samaritan ships, with all crew safely recovered.
China eases Panama crackdown amid terminal dispute
Safety checks linked to row over Chinese concessions at Panama Canal, easing flag registry issues - an update on the impact of trade disputes on maritime operations.
Turkey Resumes Black Sea Ship Transits Amid Security Concerns
Turkey has lifted transit restrictions in the Dardanelles, allowing ships bound for the Black Sea after recent delays.
