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.
Middle East
Houthi Rebels Launch Attacks on US Supply Ships in Red Sea
On December 1st, Houthi rebels targeted several vessels traversing the Red Sea, focusing their assault on US supply ships.
VSG Glory Grounds on Coral Reef, Pollution Contained
The general cargo vessel VSG Glory ran aground on November 22 near El Quseir, Egypt, following severe weather and a technical failure.
16 Missing, 28 Rescued After Tourist Boat Sinks in Red Sea
Egyptian authorities report that 16 people are missing and 28 have been rescued following the sinking of a tourist boat in the Red Sea.
Vessel Reports Missile Splashes in Red Sea Near Yemen
A ship transiting the Red Sea, approximately 25 nautical miles off the coast of Al Mukha encountered missile splashes hitting the water nearby.
Celestyal, Visit Qatar Partner for Arabian Gulf Cruise Season
Celestyal has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Visit Qatar as it prepares for its inaugural season in the Arabian Gulf.
Houthi Rebels Attack Merchant Vessel Motaro in Red Sea
On October 28, Yemen's Houthi Rebels targeted the merchant vessel Motaro as it traveled through the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait in the Red Sea.
Houthis Claim Drone Attack on Containership in Arabian Sea
On October 18th, Houthi forces based in Yemen announced they had targeted a container ship, the Megalopolis, in the Arabian Sea.
Saudi Red Sea Authority Reports on Coastal Tourism Investment
The Saudi Red Sea Authority and the Ministry of Investment, released a report titled highlighting the significant role of coastal tourism.
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.
UAE Bans OceanEXL for Violating Bunker Trading Regulations
UAE Maritime Administration impose ban on bunker supplier OceanEXL, prohibiting the company from trading, supplying fuel to ships within the UAE.
US Blocks Vessels for Alleged Iranian Arms Shipments to Russia
September 10th, US announces sanctions on several vessels involved in transporting munitions from Iran to Russia, accusing Iran of supplying arms
Attack on Vessel in Red Sea: Tanker Struck by Projectiles
On September 2nd, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported an attack on a merchant vessel, a crude oil tanker.
Missile Attack Targets Vessel Near Gulf of Aden
The UKMTO reported that a missile attack occurred on a vessel on August 31, approximately 130 nautical miles east of the Gulf of Aden, Yemen.
Namibia Blocks Ship from Docking Due to Explosive Cargo
The Namibian government has denied the ship MV Kathrin permission to dock at Walvis Bay Port, the nation’s largest commercial port.
Houthis Permit Salvage Operations for Damaged Sounion Tanker
Iran’s mission to the United Nations announced that Houthis in Yemen have agreed to allow salvage teams access to the severely damaged Sounion.
Sounion Continues to Burn Threatening Massive Oil Spill
The oil tanker Sounion, which was targeted by Houthi rebels last week, remains engulfed in flames and is now leaking oil, as per the US Pentagon.
Oil Tanker Continues to Burn Days After Houthi Red Sea Attack
The Sounion, a Suezmax tanker built in 2006, marks the third vessel from Greece's Delta Tankers to be targeted by the Houthis this month.
Damaged Tanker Poses Environmental Threat After Houthi Attack
The Sounion, severely damaged and abandoned after Houthi attacks on Wednesday, is carrying a cargo of oil four times more than the Exxon Valdez.
British Maritime Agency Reports Vessel Attack in the Red Sea
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, a British maritime security agency, has confirmed another vessel attack in the Red Sea on August 21