All articles tagged with #cargo ship
A northbound cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz was attacked by multiple small craft; all crew were unharmed, and the UK Maritime Trade Operations center raised the threat level to critical amid ongoing tensions with Iran and a series of attacks in the area.
Finnish authorities seized the cargo ship Fitburg, suspected of sabotaging an undersea telecommunications cable in the Gulf of Finland while en route from Russia to Israel, leading to the vessel's detention and investigation.
A Chinese cargo ship has been modified to carry containerized missile launchers, sensors, and defense systems, suggesting China is exploring turning commercial vessels into armed surface combatants, potentially impacting naval power dynamics. The vessel features a large vertical launch system, radar, CIWS, and decoys, raising questions about its operational capabilities and purpose, whether as a proof of concept or a real deployment. This development highlights China's efforts to leverage its vast commercial fleet for military advantage amid ongoing naval competition.
A Chinese cargo ship has been spotted equipped with containerized missile launchers, sensors, and defense systems, suggesting a potential shift towards converting commercial vessels into armed surface combatants, which could impact naval power dynamics. The vessel features a significant number of vertical launch cells, radar, and CIWS, raising questions about its operational capabilities and strategic implications.
A missing lifeboat from a cargo ship washed ashore on Sidmouth Beach in Devon, prompting rescue and recovery efforts by HM Coastguard and local lifeboat teams, who secured the vessel above the tide line to prevent damage.
A cargo ship in Baltimore Harbor exploded but caused no injuries or property damage, with investigations ongoing. The incident occurred near the site of last year's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, which has raised concerns about shipping safety and infrastructure recovery. The ship remains afloat, and authorities are managing the scene.
A large cargo ship carrying 3,000 vehicles sank in international waters off Alaska after a fire and heavy weather, with no injuries reported but ongoing pollution monitoring efforts.
The cargo ship Morning Midas, carrying thousands of vehicles including electric cars, sank in the Pacific after a fire that lasted three weeks off Alaska, with no casualties but potential environmental concerns due to fuel and vehicle batteries onboard.
A cargo ship carrying 3,000 vehicles, including 800 electric vehicles, caught fire off Alaska’s Aleutian Islands, leading to the crew abandoning ship and being rescued by a nearby vessel; the fire's status remains uncertain, and authorities are working on salvage and safety measures.
A cargo ship carrying 3,000 vehicles, including 800 electric cars, caught fire off Alaska's Aleutian Islands, leading to the rescue of 22 crew members by nearby vessels, with ongoing efforts to control the fire and assess the situation.
A cargo ship carrying 3,000 cars, including 800 electric vehicles with lithium-ion batteries, caught fire off Alaska's coast. The U.S. Coast Guard is allowing the fire to burn due to the risk of explosion from the batteries, and all crew members were safely rescued. The cause of the fire is under investigation, highlighting the dangers of lithium-ion batteries in maritime transport.
After three months stranded on a cargo ship in Baltimore, eight crew members are set to return home following a federal judge's approval. The remaining crew will stay in the US to participate in the investigation of the March 26 bridge collapse. The ship is scheduled to leave for repairs in Norfolk, Virginia.
Crew members of the cargo ship Dali, which crashed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge causing a deadly collapse, can leave the U.S. under an agreement that allows them to be questioned later. The crew, from India and Sri Lanka, have been detained since the March 26 incident. The agreement, confirmed by a U.S. District Judge, aims to ensure their availability for depositions in ongoing civil litigation to determine responsibility for the collapse. The case is expected to be complex and lengthy, with significant legal and financial implications.
A large cargo ship, MSC Michigan 7, temporarily lost propulsion and forced the closure of the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge in Charleston, South Carolina. The US Coast Guard and local authorities managed to avert disaster by clearing the bridge and surrounding areas. The ship eventually regained control and anchored offshore, causing minor injuries and damage along its route. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about aging infrastructure and the increasing size of cargo vessels.
A large cargo ship lost control and sped through Charleston harbor, leading to the temporary closure of the Ravenel Bridge. Harbor pilots managed to guide the ship safely under the bridge, and it was anchored offshore. The incident caused minor injuries and damage from the ship's wake. The Coast Guard is investigating.