Ferry Collision: Horizon 9 and La Digue in Southern Islands Incident
A ferry heading from Batam to Singapore had a close encounter at sea when it collided with a tanker, the La Digue, on 10 November 2024. Thankfully, all 165 passengers…
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Seafarers Killed in Houthi Attacks in the Red Sea: A Renewed Threat
In a disturbing resurgence of maritime violence, two seafarers tragically lost their lives during an attack on the Greek-operated bulk carrier Eternity C in the Red Sea off Yemen. This…
Ongoing Rescue Efforts for Missing Crew of Wan Hai 503 Amidst Ship Blaze
A significant maritime incident is unfolding off the southern coast of India, as search and rescue operations continue for four missing crew members of the Singapore-registered container vessel, MV Wan…
Dutch Crew Members Plead Guilty in Pasir Panjang Oil Spill Incident
SINGAPORE — In a significant development following an environmental disaster, four Dutch crew members from the dredger Vox Maxima have pleaded guilty to negligence that led to the worst oil…
Singapore Navy Unveils MARSEC Unmanned Surface Vessels for Enhanced Maritime Security
The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has introduced its new Maritime Security Unmanned Surface Vessels (MARSEC USVs) to bolster maritime security in one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes. Unmanned…
Collision of YANGZE 22 and VEGA DREAM in China’s Yangtze River Raises Concerns
Singapore’s maritime community is closely monitoring the aftermath of a collision that occurred on 30 December 2023 between two bulk carriers in the Yangtze River, China. The incident involved YANGZE…
New Integrated Command Centre Set for SCDF Marine Division on Pulau Brani
The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) is set to enhance maritime emergency responses with a new headquarters on Pulau Brani, due for completion in March 2026. This facility will feature…
Oil Leak Disrupts Singapore Waters: Shell Takes Action
Singapore’s waters faced a hiccup on 20 October 2024, thanks to an oil leak from a Shell pipeline. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) announced that the leak…