The LifeFlight rescue helicopter team successfully rescued two injured seafarers from bulk carriers off the Sunshine Coast. A man in his 40s was winched from a ship with a severe hand injury, while another in his 50s was lifted after sustaining a head injury. Both received immediate medical care and were stabilized for transport.
The Indian Coast Guard successfully rescued the US yacht ‘Sea Angel’ and its two crew members stranded in rough waters near Indira Point. The distress alert, received on July 10, prompted a swift response from the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre, leading to a successful towing operation by the ICGS Rajveer.
On July 7, the UAE successfully rescued 22 individuals from the British-flagged vessel Magic Seas, attacked by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. Amid challenging conditions, the UAE’s Safa Breeze responded to the distress call, ensuring all crew and security staff were safely evacuated in coordination with international maritime organizations.
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 Indian Navy’s INS Tabar swiftly responded to a distress call from the MT Yi Cheng 6, a merchant vessel in peril due to a major engine room fire. Dispatched firefighting teams effectively assisted the 14 Indian crew members, showcasing the Navy’s dedication to maritime safety and emergency response operations.
On June 29, a dramatic incident unfolded aboard the Disney Dream cruise ship when a child fell overboard. The crew’s swift response, prompted by the emergency “Mr. M.O.B.” alert, led to the successful rescue of both the child and her father, who jumped in after her, highlighting the crew’s commitment to safety.
The Omani Maritime Security Center successfully rescued 20 crew members from the commercial vessel Phoenix 15, which sank southeast of Salalah. The Gulf Barka intervened swiftly, highlighting the effectiveness of maritime safety protocols in the region. The incident occurred 20 nautical miles from Salalah’s coast, emphasizing the importance of immediate response.
Two tankers, Front Eagle and Adalynn, collided off Khor Fakkan, UAE, around 2120 GMT on Monday. Initial reports indicate a fire, with NASA satellite data detecting a heat source. All 24 crew members from Adalynn were rescued, while investigations into the cause and navigational integrity continue.
All 23 crew members of the Panama-flagged bulk carrier Run Fun 3 were rescued after abandoning their sinking vessel in the Indian Ocean. The ship, en route from Singapore to Togo, began flooding in the cargo hold. The crew escaped on life rafts and were picked up by Maple Harbour.
China has expressed gratitude to the Indian Navy and Mumbai Coast Guard for their swift rescue of eight Chinese nationals from the burning MV Wan Hai 503. The vessel caught fire near Kerala after explosions, resulting in injuries among crew members and ongoing firefighting efforts, as it drifts with significant smoke.
Japan’s coast guard dispatched a patrol vessel to aid an injured crew member aboard the Chinese survey ship Ke Xue near Miyako Island. The request for assistance came after the crew member suffered a hand injury during operations in disputed waters, highlighting ongoing tensions between Japan and China.
A fishing vessel sank off Drogheda, Co Louth, early this morning, triggering a rapid rescue by the Irish Coast Guard helicopter R116. After detecting an EPIRB signal, the crew located two individuals in the water using advanced night vision technology. Both were rescued and transferred to medical care, emphasizing the operation’s success.
All 20 Filipino seafarers aboard the M/V MSC Elsa, which sank off Kochi, Kerala, are safe and awaiting repatriation. Currently in a local hotel, they maintain communication with families for support. The Department of Migrant Workers is coordinating with authorities to expedite their return to the Philippines.
In a dramatic rescue, all ten crew members of the Vietnamese cargo ship Cong Thanh 07 were saved after it sank off Ha Tinh Province on May 25. The vessel, carrying 4,900 tons of coal, succumbed to engine failure and heavy listing, triggering a swift response from local authorities.
The Indian Coast Guard has successfully rescued 21 of the 24 crew members from the MSC ELSA 3, a Liberia-flagged container vessel that issued a distress call near Kochi. The ship, tilted at 26 degrees, posed significant risks, prompting urgent salvage operations to prevent environmental damage and ensure crew safety.
