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.
Accidents & Emergencies
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
Russian Oil Tanker Splits in Two; Fatality Reported
Russian oil tanker splits in half during a powerful storm as it navigates Kerch Strait, resulting in the death of at least one crew member.
Yang Ming's YM Unicorn Runs Aground at Taiwan’s Keelung Port
A container ship operated by Yang Ming Marine Transport ran aground while attempting to dock at Taiwan's Keelung port on the night of December 11
EU Targets Russia's 'Shadow Fleet' in New Sanctions Package
European Union announces its latest round of sanctions against Russia, with roughly 50 vessels from the so-called shadow fleet being singled out.
Greenpeace to Pay £300,000 in Settlement with Shell
Greenpeace reached a settlement with Shell, agreeing to pay £300,000 (aprx $383,000) to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution as part of the resolution.
Cargo Ship Amadeus Gold Runs Aground in Odense Fjord, Denmark
A general cargo ship named the Amadeus Gold ran aground on December 9th while en route from Rotterdam, Netherlands to Odense, Denmark.
Engine Failure Forces Cancellation of MSC Bellissima Cruise
MSC was forced to cancel the ongoing cruise of the MSC Bellissima due to an engine failure, according to a report by a Taiwanese media outlet.
Fire Erupts on Bulk Carrier Langeland at Gran Canaria Port
A fire broke out on the bulk carrier Langeland on December 9th while the vessel was docked at the Port of Arinaga in Gran Canaria, Spain.
Tanker Rescues Skipper from Burning Yacht Near Puerto Rico
On December 6, the crew of the tanker Orange Ocean rescued a skipper from a burning yacht, approximately 420 miles north of Puerto Rico.
Tanker Runs Aground in Taiwan Amid Severe Weather Conditions
On December 7th, a products tanker named Liquid Gem ran aground off the coast of Taiwan due to extreme weather conditions.
Syria Declared No-Go Zone for Shipping After Assad Exit
International merchant vessels are steering clear of Syria following the departure of the Assad family from power.
Dominican Republic Seizes Record 9.5 Tons of Cocaine at Port
In a huge drug bust, the National Directorate of Drug Control confiscated 9,588 kilograms of cocaine at the Multimodal Caucedo Port in Boca Chica
Collision Near Rotterdam Knocks Containers Into the River
On December 5, a collision on the Scheur River near Rotterdam resulted in four shipping containers falling into the water.