PortMiami Faces Fuel Uncertainty After Depot Sale
PortMiami could soon face a major operational challenge after the recent sale of its main fuel depot, according to a report by WLRN South Florida
Accidents & Emergencies
Cargo Ship Eileen Sinks in Black Sea, Crew Safely Rescued
General cargo ship Eileen sinks in Black Sea on October 12 following severe water ingress. All crew members were safely evacuated to life rafts.
Passenger Ferry Sinks at Philippine Port During Severe Weather
A passenger ferry sank while moored at a Philippine port on October 7 amid rough weather conditions. All crew members on board escaped safely.
One Missing After Fishing Boat Sinks in South China Sea
Vietnam Maritime Search and Rescue Coordination Center receive alert after collision in the South China Sea between cargo vessel and fishing boat
Vietnamese Fishing Vessel Sinks After Collision with Tanker
October 4, Vietnamese fishing boat BD 83019-TS sank following a collision with the South Korean-flagged oil tanker MS Favor near Ca Na estuary.
Crew Member Airlifted From Cruise Ship Near Santorini
A crew member was evacuated from a cruise ship off the coast of Santorini on October 6th, 2025, after suffering a severe medical emergency.
Ferry Collides with Another Vessel and Pier in Istanbul
October 6, the Turkey-flagged ferry Okmeydani was involved in a collision with another ferry before crashing into the pier at Sirkeci, Istanbul.
Denmark Tightens Inspections on Shadow Fleet Oil Tankers
Danish government announces escalation in environmental and safety inspections targeting oil tankers, particularly older or high-risk vessels.
Qatar Eases Maritime Ban but GPS Issues Still Persist
Qatar has partially lifted its maritime navigation ban, easing the restrictions that were imposed on October 4 following widespread GPS disruptions.
Qatar Suspends Navigation Amid Widespread GPS Failures
Qatar temporarily suspends all vessel movements in its waters, citing a “technical fault in the GPS” that's disrupted maritime navigation routes.
Bulk Carrier Manitoulin Grounds in St. Lawrence River
On October 2nd, the Canadian-flagged self-discharging bulk carrier Manitoulin ran aground in the St. Lawrence River near Cardinal, Canada.
French Forces Detain Russian-Linked Tanker Off Saint-Nazaire
French media have reported the arrest of two senior officers from a Russian-linked shadow fleet tanker intercepted near Saint-Nazaire, France.
Cargo Ship and Fishing Boat Collide Off Fort Kochi
October 1, cargo vessel MSC Silver II collided with fishing boat Prathyasha in the Arabian Sea near Fort Kochi, India. No injuries were reported.
Greenpeace Blocks LNG Terminal in Zeebrugge Protest
October 1st, Greenpeace activists staged a blockade at Belgium’s LNG import terminal in Zeebrugge, targeting LNG imports from Russia and the US.
Houthis Claim Attack and Announce New U.S. Targets
Houthis have confirmed responsibility for the latest assault in the Red Sea and identified new American-linked targets, according to a statement.
Cargo Ship Arda Suffers Engine Failure in Bosphorus
September 30, Turkey’s Directorate General of Coastal Safety confirmed that cargo vessel Arda suffered engine failure near Umuryeri in Istanbul.
Aggregate Carrier Sana Partially Sinks Off Kish Island
On September 24th, an aggregate carrier named Sana partially sank in the Persian Gulf, while it was roughly two miles south of Kish Island, Iran.
Vehicle Carrier Strikes Lock at Zeebrugge Port
On September 24th, a Liberian-flagged car carrier named the Jisu Fortune struck the Pierre Vandamme lock at the port of Zeebrugge in Belgium.
ZIM Containership Colorado Diverted After Fire
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services reported on September 24 that the containership Colorado experienced a fire while crossing the Pacific Ocean.
Man Faces Jail for Bomb Threats to Cruise Operator
Man faces prison after admitting he sent bomb threats to Resorts World Cruises in an attempt to recover money lost gambling on one of its ships.