The Qatari LNG tanker Al Rekayyat was struck by a missile near the Strait of Hormuz, triggering distress signals from the crew. Despite damage and a fire in the engine room, all crew members were evacuated safely. This incident marks the first attack on a Qatari LNG vessel since February.
The International Maritime Organization has posthumously honored Norwegian rescue diver Adrian Willyson Brask with its Exceptional Bravery at Sea award. Brask, a chief mate, tragically lost his life in 2025 while heroically attempting to save a child from a capsized fishing vessel, showcasing extraordinary courage and selflessness.
A malfunction on the cargo vessel Matthew Flinders III left it without steering for over eight hours due to the master’s inadequate training on the backup steering system, an ATSB investigation found. The incident occurred while navigating from Tasmania to Flinders Island, resulting in an uncontrolled turn amidst moderate seas.
Operations at the Nhava Sheva Freeport Terminal were suspended following a tragic accident that resulted in one worker’s death and injuries to two others. Empty containers fell from an anchored vessel amid severe weather, impacting trucks. JNPA is investigating and has vowed support for the affected families.
Nigeria and Ghana have signed a landmark maritime cooperation agreement to enhance regional integration and leverage the Blue Economy. This MoU focuses on improving maritime security, combating Gulf of Guinea piracy, and mutual recognition of seafarers’ Certificates of Competency. Both nations aim to strengthen maritime governance and share knowledge effectively.
On July 6, a fishing boat sank off Vietnam’s south-central coast after colliding with the cargo ship Viet Thuan 11-07, about 10 nautical miles from Phu Hai Port. While 16 crew members were rescued, one fisherman tragically lost his life. Authorities are investigating the incident and supporting affected families.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s six-day trip to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand aims to bolster India’s Act East Policy. Emphasizing the “MAHASAGAR” vision, he seeks to enhance diplomatic ties and collaboration across strategic, economic, and people-centric sectors, reaffirming India’s commitment to a free and inclusive Indo-Pacific region.
An oil tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile while navigating the Strait of Hormuz, igniting a fire on its port side. The UK Maritime Trade Operations confirmed the incident, noting no immediate casualties or environmental damage. Authorities are investigating, underscoring ongoing maritime security concerns in this critical region.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is advancing its Red Sea Project to bolster maritime security in the Horn of Africa and off Yemen’s coast. A recent workshop in Aden aimed to establish a National Maritime Information Sharing Center and emphasized the importance of the Djibouti Code of Conduct for Yemen’s protocols.
The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) is launching “Sagar Mein Yog” (SMY) to enhance seafarers’ well-being. This initiative includes various wellness modules, such as brahmari, or “bee breath,” promoting relaxation. Seafarers with a valid Indian Continuous Discharge Certificate must complete the course through a dedicated Learning Management System within a year.
Three Turkish sailors have been stranded for 110 days on the M/V LOTUS, a cargo ship detained off Tunisia due to an unpaid €3 million salvage fee. With expired contracts and no salaries, the crew faces unbearable conditions, including extreme heat and irregular food supplies, drawing international attention to their plight.
Seafarers are enduring prolonged captivity, with 44 currently held by pirates off the Somali coast. Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez of the IMO has urgently called for international action to secure their release, emphasizing the severe humanitarian crisis they face amid escalating piracy incidents in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Team Sea Sakthi, hailing from Kumaraguru College of Technology in Coimbatore, is the sole Indian representative at the 13th Monaco…
On July 4, the Indian Navy deployed a Sea King helicopter to rescue an injured seafarer from the crude oil tanker MT Desh Shakti off Mumbai’s coast. Despite heavy rain and poor visibility, the crew utilized a rescue basket to stabilize the injured member before transporting him for urgent medical care.
Boskalis has launched the Windpiper, the world’s largest subsea rock installation vessel, following an 18-month conversion. At 227 meters long, it can carry 45,500 tons of rock, enhancing efficiency for offshore wind projects. Equipped with advanced technology, it aims to reduce emissions and costs on long transport routes.
