Ukrainian Seizes Vessel Linked to Crimea Grain Transportation
Ukrainian court approves confiscation of the vessel USKO MFU which had been detained in July for illegally transporting grain to and from Crimea
Accidents & Emergencies
Vessel in Red Sea Targeted by Multiple Projectiles, Crew Safe
A ship navigating the Red Sea, approximately 70 nautical miles off Al Hudayah, Yemen, reported being attacked by a series of projectiles.
Carnival Paradise Cruise Canceled Due to Hurricane Milton
Carnival Cruise Line has announced the cancellation of the upcoming Carnival Paradise cruise, originally set to sail on Thursday, October 10.
Russian Missile Strike Hits Ukraine’s Chornomorsk Port
A Russian missile attack targeted Ukraine’s Chornomorsk port on October 9, resulting in the deaths of six people and injuring eight others.
Margaritaville at Sea Cancels Cruise Due to Hurricane Milton
Margaritaville at Sea has canceled the upcoming sailing of the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise as a result of the impact from Hurricane Milton.
Sun Princess Delayed to Everglades Due to Hurricane Milton
The Sun Princess will arrive at its new homeport in Port Everglades later than expected due to the impact of Hurricane Milton.
Disney Wish Cruise Canceled Due to Hurricane Milton
Disney Cruise Line has made the decision to cancel an upcoming sailing aboard the Disney Wish due to the anticipated impact of Hurricane Milton.
Crew of Polish Bulk Carrier Discovers Cocaine Onboard
October 7, the crew of the Polish-flagged bulk carrier Jawor made a surprising discovery: several packets of cocaine stashed onboard their vessel
German Cargo Ship Runs Aground Near Scotland's Isle of Skye
A German-flagged cargo vessel ran aground on October 7 while navigating a narrow strait that separates the Isle of Skye from the Scottish mainland
Two Vessels Attacked by Russian Missiles in Odessa Region
Two ships in Ukraine's Odessa region were hit by Russian missile strikes on October 6 and 7, resulting in a fatality, injuries and damage.
Tragic Fire Aboard Bangladesh Oil Tanker Claims One Life
Another tragic accident has occurred in Bangladesh, involving a fire aboard a crude oil tanker owned by Bangladesh Shipping Corporation.
Merchant Vessel Hit by Russian Missile at Yuzhny Port, Odessa
On October 6, a merchant vessel docked at Yuzhny Port in the Odessa region was struck by a Russian ballistic missile, infrared footage showed.
Bulk Carriers Collide in Bosphorus, Major Incident Averted
October 3rd, an accident occurred when two bulk carriers collided while navigating near the Pasalimani area along the Bosphorus Strait in Turkey
CMA CGM Container Ship Collides with Dock in Barranquilla Port
On October 3, the CMA CGM Balboa, a container ship, collided with a dock at Barranquilla Port, Colombia, following a reported mechanical failure.
Fire Aboard Cargo Ship in Avonmouth Brought Under Control
A fire broke out on a Portugal-flagged general cargo vessel, the RIJN Confidence, which was transporting scrap metal, on October 2nd.
Taiwan Coast Guard Rescues Crew from Stranded Bulk Carrier
Nineteen crew members aboard a bulk carrier were saved by the Taiwan Coast Guard after their ship began taking on water near Taiwan's coast.
Huge Strike of 45,000 Dockworkers Hits US East Coast Ports
At midnight, around 45,000 dockworkers at 36 ports from Maine to Texas launched the largest industrial strike seen at global ports this century.
Explosion on Oil Tanker at Chittagong Port Claims Three Lives
A deadly accident occurred following an explosion aboard the crude oil tanker Banglar Jyoti at Chittagong Port’s Eastern Refinery.
Cargo Ship Grounded Due to Hull Leak Off Indonesia
A general cargo ship, the George Sejahtera, ran aground in the waters off Linau, west of Lampung, Indonesia, on September 26th.
Container Ship Experiences Engine Trouble, Anchored for Repairs
A container vessel, the ONE Hammersmith, encountered engine issues on the afternoon of September 27 while en route from Singapore to Rotterdam.