The supertanker Sloug, previously used for storage off Libya, caught fire while being dismantled at a Turkish yard on July 3. Firefighters battled the blaze, which raised concerns about hazardous materials onboard, including potential chemical waste. Protests have emerged, demanding an investigation into the dismantling process and safety measures.
The Kerala government has disclosed cargo details of the MSC ELSA, which capsized off Kochi. It carried 13 containers of calcium carbide, raising environmental concerns. Confusion about “cash” containers was clarified; they held cashew nuts. Criticism for the slow response mounts as local fishermen report diminished catches, fearing pollution impacts.
The British police arrested the Russian captain of the Solong freight ship for suspected negligence in the collision with the US oil tanker Stena Mackinaw. Concerns about environmental damage are high as the tanker leaked jet fuel. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the accident and prevent further harm to the region.
The Calcutta High Court has demanded an affidavit from the Ministry of Environment and Forests regarding a controversial government notification proposing airport and port construction in ecologically sensitive Great Nicobar. A retired IAS officer’s PIL challenges the project, citing environmental risks and potential displacement of indigenous tribes. The court seeks clarification on environmental protection measures.
A livestock carrier named Deala remains stuck on the rocks off the coast of Croatia ten months after running aground, causing concern for local communities. The abandoned ship, which suffered hull damage and flooding, has raised worries about pollution in the environmentally-protected area and potential long-term damage to tourism and the environment.
The Adani Group is considering developing a transshipment port on Great Nicobar Island, along with an airport, new town, tourism facilities, and power plants. This ambitious project aims to establish the island as a major shipping port, but experts are worried about its impact on the environment and indigenous population of the region.
