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On July 2, 2025, proceedings into the sinking of the 'Felicity Ace' have been scheduled to begin at the Braunschweig Regional Court. The ship, fully loaded with thousands of luxury cars from Porsche, Audi, and others, was en route from the port of Emden to Davisville, when it caught fire on Feb 16, 2022, in the Atlantic south of the Azores. Around two weeks later, the "Felicity Ace" sank despite all firefighting and salvage attempts. The damage is estimated at around €400 million. The Volkswagen Group was particularly hard hit. Its destroyed vehicles had been worth around €200 million. The ship also carried lithium-ion batteries and other hazardous substances on board. There were many plug-in hybrids and even purely electric vehicles on board. The Captain quickly had claimed that batteries for the electric cars werwere the cause of the fire, Batteries from the VW subsidiary Porsche were particularly suspected. Porsche is said to have sent around 1,000 vehicles onto the ship. So far, the cause has never been determined – but the suspicion remained. Therefore, the ship's owner was now taking legal action in Braunschweig, together with the shipping company and marine hull insurers. There are a total of seven plaintiffs. The two defendants are companies of the Volkswagen Group. They, in turn, deny responsibility for the fire, claiming that If the crew had acted more prudently, the "Felicity Ace" would not have been lost.

The US Coast Guard interdicted 10 migrants aboard a 25-foot white Sea Ray vessel in the vicinity of Point Loma on June 22, 2025. At approximately 10:55 a.m., the 'Benjamin Bottoms (WPC-1132)' monitored a vessel displaying suspicious behaviour. A small boat was launched from the Coast Guard Cutter with a boarding team aboard to interdict the vessel. The boarding team discovered 10 people aboard the vessel, all claiming Mexican nationality. The Coast Guard Maritime Safety and Security Team (MSST) Los Angeles–Long Beach arrived on the scene to assist with the operation. The vessel was brought to Ballast Point, where the mirgants were transferred to the custody of the U.S. Border Patrol Imperial Beach Boat Station Unit. Report with photos: https://www.news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases/Article/4223709/coast-guard-interdicts-10-aliens-in-the-vicinity-of-point-loma/

The two stateless tankers 'Sierra' and 'Naxos' (IMO: 9336426) inbound to the Russian oil operations in the Baltic, were spotted sailing with the Russian Steregushchy-class corvette 'Boikiy'. following the increasing effort by the Baltic nations and the EU to crack down on the shadow fleet, and after after Estonia recemtöy jad attempted to inspect another tanker that was suspected of being stateless. The 'Bolky' had disguised itself using a fake ID signal while transiting through the English Channel with the two sanctioned tankers, a BBC. It broadcast the fake ID code as it passed through the Channel on June 21. The ship had left West Africa in June, where it had been taking part in a diplomatic mission and docked in Conakry. The corvette left the port without activating its AIS. However, a vessel travelling under the generic identification number 400000000 - a code sometimes used by vessels who want to alert others to their presence for safety reasons without identifying themselves - was seen briefly near the Canary Islands. The location was consistent with the time it could have taken the 'Boikiy' to travel the 200 kilometres from Conakry. The 'Boikiy' was later joined by the two tankers which had made their way from India through the Suez Canal and across the Mediterranean. The three vessels rendezvoused at the mouth of the Channel on June 20. Here, the Russian naval vessel appeared again in radar-based and optical satellite images. The 'Naxos' had reached the entrance to the Channel several days earlier than the other ships, and waited for the warship before proceeding into the channel. The Royal Navy shadowed the 'Boikiy' as it passed through the Channel. The vessels have since reached the Kattegat, but neither tanker was showing an accurate destination on its AIS. Both the 'Sierran' and the 'Naxos' been sanctioned by the UK, and one also by the EU. The tankers are linked to companies in Dubai and India. The 'Naxos' has been alternately using the name 'Selva ', displaying Palau as its flag, after previously showing Panama. In 2022, it reported registry first in the Marshall Islands and later in St. Kitts and Nevis. The 'Sierra' is displaying a flag of Malawi after having been registered in São Tomé & Principe in 2023 and before in Barbados and Gabon. Until 2022, the vessel was named 'Suvorovsky Prospect', managed by Russia’s Sovcomflot. The corvette appeared to be employed for various escort duties of merchant ships.In mid-May, it was spotted escorting the Russian-flagged cargo vessels 'Siyanie Severa' and 'Patria', while they headed south into the Atlantic Ocean. In March and in early May, the UK's Royal Navy tracked the warship along with merchant ships during transits of the English Channel. Last week, Denmark identified another stateless tanker inbound to Russia. The Danish Maritime Authority reported that the tanker had misled the authorities, reporting it was registered in Comoros. Denmark tracked the vessel into and out of the Baltic but did not attempt to stop it. Other countries, including Sweden, have vowed to increase their efforts if the stateless tankers enter their territories. The EU and UK have also increased the number of tankers they have listed. Report with photos: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62gq6y62d1o

On June 16, 2025, a fire broke out in the engine room of the 'Industrial Challenger' off Kumkale in the Çanakkale Strait, en route from Marmara to Yalova. The ship suffered an engine failure and went adrift. The tugs 'Kurtarma 13' (IMO: 9913573) and 'Türkeli' (IMO: 9816256,) as well as the lifeboat 'Kiyem 1' (MMSI: 271042656) assisted the disabled ship under the coordination of the Çanakkale VTS Center; On the afternoon, it was moored at the Karanlık Liman Anchorage in pos. 40° 01' N 026° 15' E, where it remained stationary as of June 24. The ship traffic in the Çanakkale Strait had been timewise suspended after the incident, but was opened again in both directions once the ship was safely anchored. Video: https://x.com/i/status/1934687810553860358

The "Mody M" was detained om Alexandria on June 19, 2025, with 26 deficiencies, five of which being regarded as seriously and grounds for a detention: 1) Certificate & Doc - Medical certificate Missing 2) Certificate & Doc - Other (Certificates) Other 3) Propulsion and auxiliary machinery - Propulsion main engine Not as required 4) Propulsion and auxiliary machinery - Auxiliary machinery Not as required 5) Emergency systems - Emergency steering position com /compass reading Inoperative The vessel was released again on June 23- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063576908591

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The 'Willem Barentsz' broke loose in the harbour of Terschelling on the morning of June 22, 2025. The ship was drifting sideways in the harbour. As a result, the passage was temporarily blocked. The incident was probably caused by the strong winds. Three boats from the Noordgat company were deployed to right the ship. A gangway also ended up in the water during the incident. no one was injured in the incident. ivers checked whether the ferry was damaged. The harbour has since been reopened. Report with photo: https://omroepzilt.nl/nieuws/algemeen/112/veerboot-willem-barentsz-slaat-los-in-haven-van-terschelling/ .

On Juen 23 at noon, the 'Wan Hai 503' remained under tow at position 10°03.17'N, 074°58.16'E, approximately 72 nautical miles from the Indian coastline, making a course of 350° at 1.5 knots. The vessel continued to emit grey smoke from Bay 14 and thick white and grey smoke between the Bays 27-33, with light white smoke observed near Bay 38. Boundary cooling operations and fire watch were ongoing, carried out in rotation by the tugs 'Boka Winger', 'Saroja Blessing' and 'Water Lily'. The tug 'Offshore Warrior' was maintaining position through the primary tow arrangement. Thermal imaging conducted earlier the day recorded temperatures peaking at 64.7°C between Frames 93 and 103, correlating with intermittent flare-ups observed during the recent days. Two of the forward hatches remained open, with Hold No.4 partially opened for ventilation and access. Draught measurements indicated that the vessel remained stable with forward draught readings at 10.6 metres (port) and 10.4m (starboard), while the midship markings were submerged at approximately 12.6 metres. The aft draught remained submerged but unchanged. Despite visual perception of increased trim aft, onsite assessments attribute this to weather conditions, with no significant structural changes reported. The salvors have confirmed that the engine room atmosphere was gas-free, allowing safe access for ongoing inspections and future dewatering operations. Emergency generator activation remaineds pending due to non-functional batteries; replacements have been dispatched onboard the tug 'Saksham' and were to be delivered shortly. Firefighters and salvage teams were coordinating to access the vessel’s forecastle via multiple routes, with ongoing discussions regarding safe boarding options. Yokohama fenders have been mobilised to facilitate safe personnel and equipment transfer. The process to reinforce tow arrangements remained underway. The salvors were planning to replace the current tow line with more robust towing gea, which has been stored onboard the 'Saksham' andwas expected to depart shortly. The 'Offshore Warrior' will complete bunkering operations at sea to sustain extended towage. Simultaneously, dive inspections of the hull were planned to assess potential ingress points and enable engine room dewatering. The 'Atlantis Virgo', carrying critical fire suppression materials (Pyrocool) and additional tow gear, departed Fujairah and is en route, with an ETA as of June 29, to enhance onboard fire management and long-term stabilisation efforts. The vessel' had a slight list of approximately 4°, confirmed through bridge-level inspection. Intermittent flare-ups within the cargo holds were attributed to residual burning of stored commodities as advised by fire experts. Boundary cooling remained the primary firefighting strategy to minimise additional water ingress and manage heat build-up. A complete extinguishment of internal fires is considered viable only upon access to port facilities equipped for container removal and deep access. Environmental concerns persisted due to onboard heavy fuel oil (HFO) and marine gas oil (MGO) inventories. ITOPF assessments indicated a risk of persistent oil pollution affecting adjacent states should containment fail. The Directorate has reiterated to salvors the urgency of finalising dewatering operations, reinforcing tow arrangements, and moving the casualty a minimum of 100 nautical miles southwest, off Trivandrum, within the next 48 hours. This directive prioritises reducing coastal environmental risks during the monsoon period. Port of refuge options continued to be explored. Salvors were instructed to formalise this within 48 hours while progressively relocating the vessel further offshore, as a precautionary measure. Preparations for potential oil removal operations were to commence immediately, aligned with weather conditions and vessel stability. A structured salvage timeline and comprehensive risk mitigation plan remained awaited from the salvors. The Directorate will enforce necessary measures to safeguard Indian waters and coastal interests should these actions not progress satisfactorily within stipulated timeframes.

On the afternoon of June 22, 205, the 'Emma', en route from Millingen with a cargo of 1767tons diesel, ran aground on the left river bank of the Rhine while entering the Mainz-Mombach Industrial Port and got stuck in pos. 50° 02' N 008° 13' E, presumably due to excessive unloading (approx. 30 cm above the guaranteed depth) and low entry speed.. The tanker was unable to free itself. No one was injured, and no diesel leaked out. 13 firefighters with three vehicles, a multi-purpose boat, and a fireboat, as well as the Mainz water police with a boat and three officers, attended. To free the ship, the crew in coordination with the water police, and the Mainz Fire Department initially attempted to shift the weight by pumping the fuel between the tank compartments. However, this attempt was unsuccessful. The fire department then attempted to tow the ship free, along with the Mainz/Wiesbaden fireboat, but this also failed. After further consultationsit was decided to terminate the fire department's operation. The water police remained on site. The entrance to the Mainz-Mombach industrial port was closed to large vessels due to the ship's position. Another tanker, which also originally intended to unload in Mainz, was diverted to Frankfurt by the charterer. The 'Emma' was finally refloated on June 23 at 6.40 p.m., after a part of the cargo of diesel had been lightered onto another barge, and entered the port basin short time later with own power. Reports with photo and video: https://www.mittelhessen.de/lokales/mainz/stadt-mainz/zu-viel-ladung-tanker-liegt-vor-mombach-auf-sandbank-fest-4734536 https://www.presseportal.de/blaulicht/pm/117719/6060355

Due to the technical issue of the 'Argyll Flyer', serving on the route Gourock-Dunoon, which was still being dealt with in Greenock as of June 24, a single vessel timetable remained in operation until further notice. During the amended timetable, a replacement shuttle bus service was operate for these sailings: Mondays - Saturday Departure Gourock – 10:15 a.m.; Departure Dunoon – 10:45 a.m. Mondays & Fridays Departure Gourock – 11:15 a.m; . Departure Dunoon – 11:45 a.m. Tuesdays up to Sep 30: In addition to the cancellations listed above, the following sailings have been cancelled due to the combination of overnight berthing and required crew hours of rest: Departure Gourock – 10:40 p.m.; Departure Dunoon – 11:10 p.m.

On June 21, 2025, the 'Phoenix 15', with 20 crew members on board, sank in the Arabian Sea, about 20 nautical miles southeast of Salalah, near Yemen (Lat. 16.7900 Lng. 54.0533), The Marshall Islands-flagged container m/v 'Gulf Barakah' (IMO: 9464314), en route from Salalah to Damman, which was navigating nearby, rescued all castaways. Oman's Maritime Security Centre (MSC) closely monitored the incident and coordinated with the relevant authorities to ensure the safety of all crew members. The authorities had yet to determine the cause of the sinking. The 'Phoenix 15' had sailed from Jebel Ali, destined to Jeddah, on June 8 and arrived off Salalah on June 17.

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A crew member of the 'Arctic Lady', en route from Ferrol to Skagen with 35 crew members on board, has disappeared on June 22, 2025. The Filipino national was employed as a chief. The preferred hypothesis: he fell overboard in the Ushant. waters The CROSS Corsen was alerted at 8:24 a.m. when the crew realized the man was missing. He was last seen at around midnight and did not report for duty at 8:00 a.m. Significant resources were being deployed to find him, an H160 helicopter from the Lanvéoc base and a Falcon 50 aircraft from Lann-Bihoué flew to the area. The search was suspended at 11:00 p.m. No message from the missing person was found on board. The Arctic Lady continued on its way and is expected to arrive in Skagen on June 26. .

35 people were injured after the 'Timeless' allided with a pier on the Hudson River in New York City, New York on June 21, 2025, shortly after 4 p.m. 22 of them had to betaken to local hospitals for further treatment, mostly with slips and falls when the vessel hit, with contusions and things of that nature. The vessel was hosting 352 people on a party cruise when the incident occurred during the docking manoever, when the vessel pulled into the West 125th Street pier between the Henry Hudson Parkway and the 125th Street in Manhattan. US Coast Guard Station NYC boat crew members were on scene, as the 'Timeless' was positioning to the pier on her portside, suddenly struck a piling causing the ship to jolt quickly. It apparently drifted swiftly and struck the piling unexpectedly. This caused the ship to stop suddenly and send a shock wave through the ship and passengers. Passengers reported a sudden shift and many had fallen, were knocked down or had to grab a hold of objects to keep from falling. The remaining passengers disembarked without incident The U.S. Coast Guard and the NYPD Harbor Unit.were investigating the circumstances behind the accident. Reports with photo and video: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/thirty-five-injured-mega-yacht-062728057.html https://nypost.com/2025/06/21/us-news/nyc-boat-carrying-hundreds-smashes-into-hudson-river-pier/

The court in The Hague has fully acquitted the crew of the 'Coxswain', the couple Jeremie and Natacha Bourdon from Douai, France, of guilt for the collision with the tanker 'Somtrans' on May 26, 2018. on the Dordtsche Kil. The ship had sunk and was later declared a constructive total loss. The Bourdon couple was rescued. The court in Rotterdam had previously ruled that the 'Coxswain' was 20% partly to blame, which meant that they would not get paid all their damages and might even have to pay extra. The court had initially ruled that they had taken action too late to prevent the collision. However, the court of appeal has now come to a different conclusion. The skipper of the 'Somtrans' was fined 2500 Euros because he had initially seen the barge, but had not kept it sufficiently in sight.

On June 20, 2025, the 'Chang Min' caught fire at the ENL Consortium Terminal in Apapa, while it was unloading a variety of cargo such as compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks, tires, construction machinery and other various products that were combustible, from cargo hold 2. Following distress alerts at 5:55 p.m., the Lagos State Emergency Management (LASEMA) activated the State’s Emergency Response Plans from the Cobra Base in Onipanu. Multiple fire and emergency responders respoinded to the scene and found flames coming out of the cargo hold. The Cobra Response Team, alongside all other responders at the scene, undertook debrief from the crew to give more information to Emergency Response Teams as to the instruction that the compartment be totally shut to eliminate oxygen supply, while initial dampening down was being conducted. A fire response plan was agreed upon by the emergency responders on a method to combat the fire in the safest possible way to eliminate secondary incidents and also ensure the safety of all firefighters, and reopening of the affected cargo hold to enable fire teams to the fire location of fire and the ship's deck plan. While the fire brigades fought the blaze from the shore, several tugs with fire fighting equipment assisted in containing it. Fire fighters were able to seal the hold before they entered the hold and battked the flames.The fire was put out through a combined effort from the LASEMA Response Team-Onipanu, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, and the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Fire Unit. There were no reports of injuries or pollution. The extent of damage was unknown, and an initial investigation has not been able to determine the source of ignition of the fire. Port operations at the ENL Terminal remained safe and stable. The 'Chang Min' had sailed from Rizhao on May 5 and arrived in the port on June 17.

On June 23, at 9 p.m. Salvamento Marítimo was notified, after the Spanish registered pleasure boat 'Cariño', which had been moored in Portichol with two crew members on board. had problems heaving the anchor, which had become stuck to the bottom. The CCS Valencia mobilized the 'Salvamar Fénix', which successfully assisted in heaving the anchor.

On June 19, 2025, the 'Keremcan' was detained in Tekirdag with 48 deficiencies, 19 of which being regarded as seriously and grounds for a detention: 1) Certificate & Doc - SOPEP Missing 2) Certificate & Doc - International Oil Pollution Prevention Invalid 3) Certificate & Doc - Ballast Water Management Cert Invalid 4) Certificate & Doc - Energy efficiency Design Index File Invalid 5) Certificate & Doc - Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Invalid 6) Certificate & Doc - Fire control plan -all Missing 7) Certificate & Doc - Load Lines Invalid 8))Emergency systems - Emergency fire pump and its pipes Insifficient predssure 9) Safety of navigation - Voyage data recorder Not as required 10) Safety of navigation - BNWAS Inadequate 12) Pollution Prevention - Sewage treatment plan Not as required 13) Pollution Prevention - Ballast Water Management Plan Missing 14)Pollution Prevention - Sulphur mission Missing 15) Fire safety - Fire detection and alarm system Not as required 16) Fire safety - Fire fighting and equipment Expired 17) Fire safety - Remote Means of control (Mach spaces) Not as required 18)Life saving Appliances - Launching arrangements for survival craft Not as required 19) Alarm - Fire alarm Inoperative 20) Alarm - General alarm Inoperative The vessel was released again on June 21 and left the port en route to the port of Sulina, which it approached on June 24. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063576908591

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On June 22, 2025, the 'L 198', en route from Korpo to Nagu, drifted about a hundred meters at sea after technical failure of the engine with about a hundred people on board in the Turku archipelago. The ferrym fully loaded with cars, began to drift sideways towards nearby fish ponds after it left the quay. The crew immediately announced that the ferry had suffered a black out but that there was no danger. The Western Finland Coast Guard came to the rescue immediately. A patrol had just left Nagu in a rubber dinghy. They were able to push the ferry so that it did not drift further into the fish farms.A larger boat also arrived quickly and took the ferry under tow back to Korpo, where it was sidelined for investigations. The exact cause of the fault was not yet known. The ferry will now be tested before it is put back into service. Report with photo: https://x.com/meriraja/status/1936720381106171939