Cargo Vessel Sinks Off Vietnam; Crew Safely Rescued
An incident at sea occurred southwest of Vung Tau, Vietnam, when the Vietnamese-registered cargo ship Dolphin 18 sank on January 11th.
Accidents & Emergencies
Royal Caribbean Addresses Legionella Cases on Cruise Ship
Royal Caribbean has informed guests aboard Symphony of the Seas about two confirmed cases of Legionella reported by previous passengers.
Oil Tanker Power Failure: Eventin Towed to Safer Waters
A Panama-flagged oil tanker, named Eventin, experienced a power failure on January 10th, rendering it unable to maneuver.
Japanese COVID-19 Film Onboard Diamond Princess Set to Debut
The first Japanese film to depict the real-life events of the COVID-19 pandemic set onboard the Diamond Princess is set for release in June 2025.
Bulk Carrier Attacked in Singapore Strait Amid Rising Incidents
UK-based maritime security consultancy Ambrey reported that a bulk carrier was boarded by four armed individuals whilst in the Singapore Strait.
JEF Deploys Advanced AI System to Monitor Undersea Threats
The Joint Expeditionary Force, a UK-led military partnership in Northern Europe, has activated a system to detect threats to undersea infrastructure
Japanese Tanker Sanwa Maru Runs Aground Near Esancho
A global marine claims & recovery services company has reported that the Japanese-flagged oil product tanker Sanwa Maru ran aground on January 6.
Crew Rescued After Fire on Bulk Carrier Panoria off Taiwan
On January 4th, four crew members were rescued from the bulk carrier Panoria after a fire broke out in its engine room off the coast of Taiwan.
Crew Member Missing from Bulk Carrier RTM Zheng He
A deck fitter aboard the bulk carrier RTM Zheng He was reported missing on December 26 while the vessel was en route from China to Australia.
Fire Aboard Bulk Carrier Extinguished Without Injury
December 26, fire broke out on the bulk carrier Phillip Bay while it was sailing in waters about 40 kilometers north of Cherbourg, France.
Bulk Carriers Collide on Yangtze River, No Injuries Reported
December 30; two bulk carriers collided on China's Yangtze River. The vessels were Singapore-registered Yangze 22 and Japan-flagged Vega Dream.
Ferry Grounds at Las Palmas Dock After Collision with Pier
December 18, the ferry Ciudad de Ibiza, which operates routes to the Balearic Islands, was stranded at the Cristóbal Colón dock in Las Palmas.
Costa Toscana Implements Safety Measures After Illness Cases
On December 17th, 2024, several cases of gastrointestinal illness were reported on board the cruise ship Costa Toscana.
Armed Attack Targets Bulk Carrier in Philip Channel
A bulk carrier flying the Hong Kong flag was boarded by two armed intruders while sailing eastbound through the Philip Channel, near Indonesia.
Oil Spill Hits Kerch Strait After Tanker Disasters
Shorelines around the Kerch Strait have been contaminated with oil following a series of incidents involving aging Russian tankers in recent days
Passenger Dies After Chaotic Incident on Royal Caribbean Ship
A passenger on Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas died shortly after being detained by ship security following a violent disturbance on board.
UK Expands Sanctions on Russian Tankers, Leads Global Efforts
The UK remains at the forefront of the global effort to impose sanctions on Russian tankers with 20 additional tankers added to the list.
EU Extends Anti-Piracy Mission as Somali Threats Resurface
Following the resurgence of Somali piracy after nearly six years of inactivity, the EU has announced a two-year extension of Operation Atalanta.
Oil Spill Reported at Shell Terminal in Bonny, Nigeria
An oil spill has been reported at a Shell Petroleum Development Company terminal in Bonny, Nigeria, following a rupture in a pipeline.
Over 200 Migrants Rescued Near Greece, Dozens Still Missing
In four rescue missions near Greece, approximately 200 migrants were saved, while five bodies were recovered, and around 40 people remain missing