Missile Attacks Off Yemen Target Two More Merchant Vessels
The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported an incident south of Hodeidah where “a missile impacted the water in close proximity” to a ship.
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Oil Tanker Sustains Damage After Houthi Attack Off Yemen
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operation reported on May 18 a crude oil tanker, Wind, had been attacked 98 miles south of Al Hudaydah, Yemen.
Tanker Boarded & Robbed by Pirates Off Cape Verde
A Turkey-flagged product tanker was boarded and robbed southwest of Nova Sintra, Cape Verde early Friday, marking a escalation in pirate activity
Tanker Pirate Assault Foiled by Operation Atalanta
During a maritime security operation near Somalia, Operation Atalanta confirmed its naval forces had apprehended a group of suspected pirates.
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.
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.
Unlicensed Mozambique Ferry Capsizes Killing at Least 94
A tragic incident off the northern coast of Mozambique resulted in at least 94 fatalities, including children, with 26 individuals still missing.
Europe-Africa Services Upgraded by CMA CGM
The Marseille-based shipping company CMA CGM has announced updates to its EURAF services, aiming to enhance its offerings in the African region.
Cargo Ship Still Stranded After Port of Alexandria Grounding
Maritime claims expert WK Webster says the Lady Zehra, a general cargo ship, was grounded during docking maneuvers on March 18 at the Port of Alexandria.
Five Dead, One Missing After Fire on Perenco Platform
Five workers have died and one is still missing after an incident on Perenco’s Becuna platform off the coast of Gabon.
Contact Made with Owner of Hijacked Bulker by Pirates
Pirates from Somalia who seized the Bangladeshi-flagged bulk carrier Abdullah last week initiate communication with SR Shipping, the ship's owner
Indian Naval Forces Seize Hijacked Bulk Carrier
An Indian Navy operation successfully reclaimed a Navibulgar bulk carrier, hijacked by Somali pirates three months prior, rescuing all 17 crew.
Hijacked Bulker Potentially Used As Base for Somali Pirates
A bulk carrier seized by Somalis in December is possibly being utilized as a base ship as pirate activities escalate off the Horn of Africa.
Crew Remains Hostage on the Hijacked Abdullah
A security vessel engaged in a confrontation with pirates aboard the ship Abduallah on the night of 13th March, as reported by one of the crew.