8 Jan 2025

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.

Japanese Tanker Sanwa Maru Runs Aground Near Esancho
6 Jan 2025

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 Rescued After Fire on Bulk Carrier Panoria off Taiwan
3 Jan 2025

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.

Crew Member Missing from Bulk Carrier RTM Zheng He
2 Jan 2025

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.

Fire Aboard Bulk Carrier Extinguished Without Injury
2 Jan 2025

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.

Bulk Carriers Collide on Yangtze River, No Injuries Reported
20 Dec 2024

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.

Ferry Grounds at Las Palmas Dock After Collision with Pier
19 Dec 2024

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.

Costa Toscana Implements Safety Measures After Illness Cases
18 Dec 2024

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.

Armed Attack Targets Bulk Carrier in Philip Channel
18 Dec 2024

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

Oil Spill Hits Kerch Strait After Tanker Disasters
18 Dec 2024

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.

Passenger Dies After Chaotic Incident on Royal Caribbean Ship
18 Dec 2024

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.

UK Expands Sanctions on Russian Tankers, Leads Global Efforts
17 Dec 2024

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.

EU Extends Anti-Piracy Mission as Somali Threats Resurface
17 Dec 2024

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.

Oil Spill Reported at Shell Terminal in Bonny, Nigeria
17 Dec 2024

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

Over 200 Migrants Rescued Near Greece, Dozens Still Missing
16 Dec 2024

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.

Russian Oil Tanker Splits  in Two; Fatality Reported