Evergreen Container Truck Flips Blocking Taiwan Freeway
An Evergreen container truck hauling a 40-foot container overturned on April 16th on Taiwan's National Freeway 2, causing significant disruption.
Accidents & Emergencies
Iran Seizes Portuguese-Flagged Container Ship
On April 13, Iran seized a Portuguese-flagged container ship, the MSC Aries, in the Strait of Hormuz, citing violations of maritime laws.
Russian Tankers Stranded Due to US's Iran-Related Sanctions
Four Russian tankers transporting oil and refined products have been stranded at sea due to sanctions related to Iran imposed by the United States
FBI Launches Criminal Inquiry Into Baltimore Bridge Disaster
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has initiated a criminal investigation into the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge.
EU Atalanta Naval Force Warns Against Paying Ransoms
Naval force responsible for combating piracy in the Indian Ocean issues warning that the recent ransom payment could provoke additional attacks.
Crew Member Overboard on Holland America Cruise Ship
Holland America Line has reported a crew member missing, presumed to have fallen overboard from the Rotterdam cruise ship on April 12.
Bangladeshi Ship & Crew Released by Somali Pirates
Early on Sunday, Somali pirates released the Bangladeshi ship, Abdullah, along with its crew of 23, following the payment of a $5 million ransom.
State of Emergency as Gas Carrier Runs Aground Off Egypt
Over the weekend, a state of emergency was declared offshore Egypt when a Liberian-flagged gas carrier ran aground.
Royal Thai Navy Completes Investigation into Sunk Frigate
The Royal Thai Navy concludes its investigation into the 2022 sinking of a frigate, attributing the disaster to weather, ship condition & human error.
Three Stranded Fisherman Rescued from Remote Pacific Atoll
Three fishermen who were stranded for over a week on a remote Micronesian atoll are safe, following a rescue op by the U.S. Coast Guard & Navy.
Key Crew Interviewed in Wake of Baltimore Bridge Crash
Jennifer Homendy, Chair of the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board, reported interviews with key crew involved in the Baltimore bridge crash are underway.
Food-Carrying Vessel Attacked in Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Haitian news reported the hijacking of the container vessel Magalie by members of the 5 Seconds Gang within Port-au-Prince.
Bodies of All Fishing Trawler Crew Recovered After Collision
The crew of a Chinese fishing trawler, consisting of eight individuals, tragically lost their lives following a collision with a container ship.
US Forces Shoot Down Missile Allegedly Fired at Maersk Vessel
US forces intercepted and destroyed an anti-ship ballistic missile (ABSM) launched by Houthi rebels, aimed at a Maersk vessel in the Gulf of Aden
Suspension of Port-au-Prince Calls by Evergreen
Amid increasing security issues and a surge in street violence in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Evergreen has announced a halt to all its visits to the port.
Another Container Ship Runs into Propulsion Issues in US
In the US, another container ship encountered a loss of control as it neared the Verrazano Bridge in New York City.
Fishing Boat & Container Ship Collide Off Hainan, 8 Missing
Following a collision with the Panamanian containership off Hainan Province in South China, up to eight individuals have been reported missing.
Liberty of the Seas Incident; Passenger Overboard
In the early hours of April 4th, around 4am, an incident occurred on Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas involving a young man going overboard.
Cargo Ship & Cruise Ship Collide at Port of Cape Town
A collision occurred in the Port of Cape Town involving the cruise ship Ambience and the container ship Grey Fox during docking procedures.
Container Line Stabilizes, Red Sea Rerouting the New Norm
Sea-Intelligence observed an uptick in the global punctuality of container shipping lines in February, noting a 1.7% point increase from January.