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The Vietnamese authorities have still not found an explanation for the collision on the Long Tau River, near Ho Chi Minh City, after which the' Gkengyle' has partially sunk, but no one has been injured. The bulk carrier was loaded with gypsum. The water ingress occurred in the engine room, while the cargo was unharmed. In connection with the collision, a large amount of fuel has spilled into the river, and the authorities are currently trying to contain the pollution as best as possible.

The 'Gem Star' of the Russian shadow fleet was NUC on April 29 and has been taken in tow by the tug 'Roma'. The ships were headed towards Algeciras.

The Kerala government is set to hand over the provisional completion certificate for Vizhinjam Port, marking the beginning of its commercial operations. Kerala government will issue the provisional completion certificate for the Vizhinjam international seaport on Wednesday - 04/12/2024. The Directorate of Customs has assigned a new port code, "INTRV01," for Vizhinjam International Seaport. The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) has also officially recognized "INTRV01" as the designated port code for Adani Vizhinjam Port. This development reflects the growing prominence of Vizhinjam International Seaport as a strategic hub for maritime trade in South Asia. The recognition by UNECE ensures compliance with international standards, reinforcing the seaport's status as a key player in global shipping networks. Vizhinjam International Port has made waves in the shipping industry by achieving a historic milestone—handling 300,000 TEUs (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units) of cargo in just six months of its trial run! This phenomenal growth cements Vizhinjam’s status as a world-class transshipment hub, attracting some of the biggest players in global shipping. MSC Brings Shipping Titans To Vizhinjam! The world’s leading shipping giant, MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company), is making a bold move by introducing Ultra Large Container Vessels (ULCV) to Vizhinjam by the end of this month. As part of MSC’s elite Jade (Premium) Service, which bridges Asia and Europe, a massive cargo ship will now dock at Vizhinjam every week—which will be a game-changer for international trade.

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On April 28, 2025, the 'Red Beau Warrior' was dismasted. The yacht proceeded under engine power towards Horta, Azores. Thr sailing vessel urgently needed diesel fuel to complete the transit. All ships encountering the 'Red Beau Warrior' were requested to assist if possible.

On April 28, 2025, the 'Maersk Sana' was disabled and adrift in the Sargossa Sea in pos. 31°52.50' N 057°48.55' W after an engine explosion. Two crew members were severely burned. Vessels in the area were asked to keep a sharp lookout and assist if possible.

The Stena Line, which owns the Port of Holyhead, has issued a major update on the work to repair a ferry berth damaged during Storm Darragh. The damagehad caused major disruption on the oute between North Wales and Dublin Port, which led to temporary routes connecting Fishguard, Pembroke, and on the existing freight-only Birkenhead (Liverpool) link being opened up for motorists. In January, the ferry port in Wales partially reopened after Terminal 5 was restored to operational activity and saw ferry operations resume. Stena Line has announced a provisional date after the required repairs are completed at Terminal 3, from where Irish Ferries had used. Access to the Terminal 5 ferry berth was successfully restored on an adjusted timetable, allowing ferry operations at Holyhead Port to resume as of Jan 16. Planning is now underway for the necessary repairs and restoration of the Terminal 3 ferry berth, with the current estimate for reopening set for July 1. Work was progressing to ensure that the berth will be returned to full operational capabilities as safely and efficiently as possible.

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On April 28, 2025, a distress alert was received from the 'Templario I' off the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. There were multiple DSC acknowledgments from Miami and Tokyo coast stations. The position was 09°49' N 086°17' W.

The search for the Petty Officer Léo Soulas, a crew member of the 'Charles de Gaulle' and assigned to the 'Forbin', who was reported missing at sea, has been called off on April 25. There was no longer any chance of finding the sailor who fell overboard from the 'Forbin' during the night of April 23-24. The Maritime Prefecture of the Mediterranean announced the end of the search. The sailor who died at sea was named Léo Soulas, a petty officer. The Chief of Staff of the French Navy confirmed the sad news: "Petty Officer Léo Soulas, a sailor from the Charles de Gaulle and assigned to an escort ship, was reported missing at sea. The search, conducted by several ships and aircraft, was unfortunately unsuccessful. I express my thoughts to his wife, the family of the missing man, and his comrades in the carrier strike group. I assure them of the Navy's unwavering solidarity."

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On Jan 21, 2025, at 10.10 a.m. an explosion occurred in a methyl acetate tank at the Energy Wharf of the port of Barcelona, where the chemicals, natural gas, and petroleum products are handled. A fire was extinguished around 40 minutes later due to the quick response of the firefighting teams. 14 fire brigade teams and 11 teams from the Medical Emergency System (SEM) have been dispatched to the scene. The Mossos d'Esquadra and the Civil Guard, as well as the port police, have also sent patrols. One port worker died in the explosion, and three others were injured, one of whom critically. He was taken to the Vall d'Hebron Hospital, while the two others suffereed minor injuries and were treated on scene. The source of the explosion was a tank in the facility operated by Terminales Portuarias S.L. (TEPSA). At the time of the explosion, the two workers were inside the tank, which was empty, carrying out welding work. The cause of the accident, however, was still being investigated. People in companies and facilities near the port ofwere advised to stay indoors as a precaution. Report with video: https://www.3cat.cat/324/explota-un-tanc-amb-material-inflamable-al-port-de-barcelona/noticia/3331591/