Two merchant vessels and a fishing boat are aiding the South African Maritime Safety Authority in the search for missing crew members from the tugboat Leo, which sank overnight. Of the 18 crew members, 12 were rescued, one confirmed dead, and five remain unaccounted for amid challenging sea conditions.
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) completed a 24-day emergency response after the bulk carrier Swift Hangzhou experienced engine failure in the Coral Sea. Deployed tugboats and continuous monitoring prevented potential drift toward the Great Barrier Reef, highlighting AMSA’s crucial role in managing maritime incidents in sensitive environments.
Copenhagen Atomics has marked a significant milestone by completing two years of uninterrupted operation of a molten salt pump and test loop. This achievement, one of the longest durability tests globally, is crucial for developing reliable molten salt reactors, which can operate at temperatures exceeding 600 °C with minimal refueling.
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, Engine & Machinery (HHI-EMD) has successfully confirmed the stable operation of its HiMSEN engine on ethanol fuel. Testing on the H32DF-LM platform demonstrated reliable performance across all load points, showcasing the engine’s startability, combustion stability, and power output consistency, while maintaining existing methanol hardware.
The New Mangaluru Port Authority (NMPA) successfully executed a mid-sea emergency medical evacuation after a crew member on the merchant vessel M.V. AMNS STALLION suffered a stroke. Responding swiftly, NMPA deployed tugboat Ocean Harmony, ensuring the crew member received immediate medical attention upon arrival at the port, saving his life.
In response to an urgent distress call, the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) ASPIDES launched a search operation in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Under Rear Admiral Andrea Quondamatteo’s leadership, the mission aims to safeguard civilian ships and crews, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in maritime security.
On Tuesday, the Indian Coast Guard executed a mid-sea medical evacuation for a Syrian sailor aboard the MV Haje Nafela. The 20-year-old crew member, Abdulkader Yahya, suffered a severe head injury while working. The operation, coordinated from Chennai, successfully retrieved him 60 nautical miles offshore for further medical care.
An ocean-going rescue tug has reached the stranded tanker, Golden Mind, south of New Zealand’s South Island. Maritime New Zealand oversees the situation, confirming no immediate danger. However, towing operations await a break in severe weather. The tanker has been immobilized since September 10, facing steering difficulties.
Dredging Corporation of India Ltd (DCI) has issued a ₹90.40 crore tender for the operation and management of five trailing suction hopper dredgers over three years, with potential for a two-year extension. This initiative seeks to enhance efficiency amid challenges in recruiting skilled marine personnel. Bidders must comply with specific licensing requirements.
New research from Scottish Heriot-Watt University reveals that over half of vessels in Scotland’s coastal waters are not visible to tracking systems, hindering marine resource management. Only 43 percent of vessels near the coast broadcast AIS signals, impacting safety and marine life. The study highlights the need for improved monitoring to inform regulations and protect ecosystems.
The Gujarat ATS and Coast Guard collaborated to seize 300 kg of drugs worth ₹1,800 crore near the Maritime Boundary Line. Suspected to be methamphetamine, the contraband was dumped into the sea by smugglers who fled upon seeing the Coast Guard ship. The drugs have been handed over to the ATS for further investigation.
The European Union has extended Operation Aspides, its maritime security initiative in the Red Sea, until February 28, 2026, with over 17 million euros allocated. Led by counter-admiral Vasiseios Gyparis, the operation aims to ensure safe navigation amidst regional tensions, focusing on intelligence related to arms trafficking and shadow fleets.
Since its 2015 launch, the all-electric ferry MF Ampere has journeyed 17 times around the equator on battery power, showcasing electric technology’s potential. Reducing CO2 emissions by 5,700 tons annually and cutting operational costs by up to 90%, it has inspired global initiatives for sustainable maritime transport and electrification.
