Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has informed the High Court that the Kerala government lacks jurisdiction over the capsizing of the ELSA 3, which occurred 14.5 nautical miles off the coast, outside India’s territorial waters. MSC argues that the state’s ₹9,531 crore compensation claim is speculative and unsupported.
On July 24, the MN Kostas, a 5,800-ton cargo ship, ran aground off Crete. The Hellenic Coast Guard swiftly evacuated 14 crew members and launched rescue operations. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and there were no signs of sea pollution. Investigations led to the detention of the captain and Bridge Watch Officer.
Seventeen crew members remain missing after the MV Eternity C sank in the Red Sea. The Department of Migrant Workers confirmed that two fatalities were previously reported, but the exact death toll is unclear. Rescue operations continue, with five survivors safe and providing critical information about the incident.
A tragic incident involving the cargo ship Nefryt a decade ago resulted in two fatalities and numerous hospitalizations due to phosphine gas poisoning. Captain Kuba Szymanski underlines the critical lack of safety information for crew members. The International Maritime Organization now recognizes shared documentation responsibilities between captains and cargo senders to enhance maritime safety.
Philippine authorities worked with local crewing agencies to resolve a pay dispute involving a crew stranded on a cargo ship in the Iloilo Strait. The crew, facing unpaid wages and provisions, refused to sail due to safety concerns. Intervention led to the repatriation of six Filipino crew members for medical evaluation.
The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) reported to the High Court regarding the MSC ELSA 3, which sank off Kerala on May 25. They claimed no significant environmental damage occurred, asserting that oil leaks were secured. Of the 643 containers aboard, none contained hazardous materials, with minimal non-toxic plastic recovered. The wreck poses no navigational threats.
Residents in Hull are alarmed by smoky conditions and a strong odor after a fire broke out on the cargo ship Altay at Albert Dock. Several businesses have closed, and police advise motorists to exercise caution. Humberside Fire and Rescue is on-site, urging locals to keep windows closed.
The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has ceased oil recovery efforts from the sunken cargo ship MSC Elsa 3 near Kerala, terminating its contract with T&T Salvage over concerns about their inexperience at depth. Meanwhile, Brand Marine Consultants is negotiating with SMIT Salvage for fuel removal, as onshore cleanup progresses.
INS Surat and a Dornier aircraft swiftly responded to a maritime incident, rescuing 18 crew members by 1630 hours. The vessel, carrying 22 crew from multiple nationalities, suffered an explosion that ignited a fire, leading to the abandonment of ship. Four crew members remain unaccounted for as search operations continue.
On May 29, a cargo ship off West Africa was attacked by seven armed pirates, resulting in the kidnapping of the injured second engineer. The incident occurred between Nigeria and São Tomé and Príncipe, highlighting a troubling resurgence in piracy in the region, despite an overall decline in maritime crimes.
A salvage team will arrive next week to assist the cargo ship Morning Midas, which caught fire off Alaska’s Aleutian Islands while transporting 3,000 vehicles to Mexico. Zodiac Maritime confirmed a tugboat with specialists will reach the vessel Monday, as officials monitor the situation via satellite systems.
Authorities in Kochi, India, have temporarily suspended the Water U-Bahn commuter service after a ferry collision with a cargo ship on Saturday morning. While no casualties occurred, the incident triggered a review of safety protocols to ensure passenger safety during ongoing investigations. Service will be halted until further notice.
On May 14, the cargo ship MSV Salaamath sank in the Arabian Sea, about 60 to 70 nautical miles from Mangaluru, Karnataka. The vessel, carrying cement and supplies to Kadmat Island, began taking on water around 5:30 AM IST. All six crew members were rescued by the Indian Coast Guard.
AMSA deployed its Challenger rescue aircraft from Essendon and Cairns, delivering essential liferafts, communications equipment, and a de-watering pump to a distressed vessel. The nearby cargo ship, Darya Nitya, also responded, arriving at 17:00 to assist, demonstrating AMSA’s commitment to maritime safety and emergency response.
A fire broke out on a ro/ro cargo ship in Zeebrugge, Belgium, carrying electric cars. The crew was evacuated as firefighters battled the blaze with CO2 flooding. No injuries or pollution reported, but damage to vehicles is significant. Containment measures are in place, and the situation is closely monitored for any reflash.
