On July 7, the European Union expressed its strong condemnation of thattack by Houthi terrorists on the 'Magic Seas', which was sailing near the Yemeni coast, warning of the serious implications for global trade, regional security, and the environment. The EU External Action Service "strongly" denounced this act by the Islamist group, noting that it "endangered the lives of the crew (...) and entailed the risk of a major ecological catastrophe in the region, as the vessel is currently adrift and at risk of sinking." It also noted that Houthi attacks on vessels in the Red Sea "directly threaten regional peace and stability, world trade, and freedom of navigation as a global public good." Furthermore, they "may have a negative impact on the already dire humanitarian situation in Yemen," urging an immediate cessation of these attacks. On the other hand, Brussels has cited the United Nations Security Council's "repeated demands" for the rebels to immediately halt these actions. The European Union's Atalanta naval mission, tasked with combating piracy in the Indian Ocean, was responsible for the rescue of the 22 crew members of the 'Magic Seas'. Yahya Sari, the group's military spokesman, stated that the vessel in question "has completely sunk in the depths of the sea" after the attack, carried out "in response to the company's repeated violations of the ban on entry to occupied Palestinian ports."
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Odessa
A Russian Iskander missile hit the Odesa port area on July 3, 2025, when dockworkers were unloading metal from a São Tomé and Príncipe-registered cargo ship, shortly after an air-raid warning was issued in Odesa at 12:47 p.m. Minutes later, the Ukrainian Air Force reported a Russian aerial asset approaching the city. Two people, one dock worker and a truck driver, were killed in the attack with the cluster ballistic missile, which is prohibited, Six people, including port employees and two Syrian crew members of the ship, were injuried. Vessel tracking were showing no ships in the Odesa region, but this is not unusual, as vessels are instructed to turn off their AIS when sailing to the Black Sea ports of Odesa, Chornomorsk and Yuzhnyy. Port infrastructure, such as gantry cranes, warehouses, and equipment as well as containers and trucks were damaged. Ukrainian officials have stated that the attack is not an isolated incident but a part of a campaign to separate Ukraine from the rest of the world by destroying its export infrastructure. These attacks are threatening global food security and have urgently called for an international response. On March 11, 2025, the Barbados-flagged bulk carrier 'MJ Pinar' was struck while loading wheat, resulting in the deaths of four crew members and injuring to others . On March 1, 2025, the Panama-flagged container m/v 'MSC Levante F' suffereed damage from a missile strike, injuring two port workers. The cumulative effect of the Russian attacks has been the destruction of nearly 400 units of port infrastructure and over 30 vessels. Report swith photo:s https://maritime-executive.com/article/dockworkers-killed-and-crew-injured-as-russian-missile-strikes-odesa-port https://meduza.io/en/news/2025/07/03/russian-missile-strike-on-odesa-kills-two-and-injures-six-including-syrian-nationals https://odessa-journal.com/russian-iskander-missile-hits-port-infrastructure-in-odessa-2-killed-6-injured
Odessa
A Russian ballistic missile strike on the port of Odessa in southern Ukraine killed four Syrian people and damaged a Barbados-flagged cargo ship, on the evening of June 34, 2025, shortly after Ukraine agreed to a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire with Russia. At the time of the attack, the ship was loading wheat destined for Algeria. Russia thus continued attacking Ukraine's infrastructure, including ports that contribute to global food security.
Chittagong
We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of quality for all types of marine supplies. Should your vessel require any supplies or repairs, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are eager to establish a strong and lasting relationship with your esteemed company. Here are a few key points about our services: We Provide The Following repair/supply Services Under One Roof:- • Ship Repairing and Fabricating • Crane and Navigation Equipment Services • Communications Equipment Repair • Electric Motor Rewinding & Repair • Hull & Shell Plate Renewal • Deck Steel Plate Renewal • Pipe Fabrication and Repair • Hatch Cover Fabrication • Gangway & Accommodation Ladder Repair • Grab Steel Renewal • Anchor & Anchor Chain Installation • Custom Fabrication as per Vessel’s Needs • Main and Auxiliary Engine Overhauling • Engine Troubleshooting • Pump and Purifier Repair • Air Compressor Maintenance • Air Conditioning Systems Repair • Boiler Tube Fabrication and Cleaning • Turbo Charger Overhauling • Sewage Treatment and Oily Water Separator Services • Air Cooler and LO Cooler Services • Tank Cleaning, Chipping & Painting • Underwater Survey and Repair • Provisions -Fresh, Frozen Food, Fruits, Fish, Vegetables. • Marine Supply - Deck Stores, Engine Stores, Electric Stores, • Cabin Stores, Bonded & Stationary Supplies. • All Kinds Of Spare Parts For M/E, A/E, Turbo Charger, • Motors Supply And Overhauling. • Safety Equipment, Annual Inspections, Lifeboats, Elevators, • Extinguishers With Certificates • Gyro Compass, Auto Pilot, Radar, Navigation, • Communications Equipment Supply And Export • Marine Chemicals And Lubricants Supply. • Bunker Supply (MGO, F.O. & Lube Oil) • Medical Equipment • Marine Paint • Safety, Inspection, Repairs, Calibration & Certification • Inspection, Servicing & Calibration • Life-raft / Lifeboat • C02 Systems / Fire Extinguishers • EEBD & BA Sets • LSA/ FFA Solas Equipment We would be delighted to assist your vessel with any supplies, services, or works needed during its stay at Chittagong Port. Please feel free to reach out to us at your convenience. We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate and provide exceptional service to your esteemed company Brgds HM Rana Gulf Marine Services Chittagong Head Office: Jamal complex, 1st floor, Stand Road, Barik Building, Bandar, Chittagong, Bangladesh Skype: gulfcgp | Wechat ID: GulfMarineChittagong HP: +8801686340665 | E-mail: gulfctg@gmail.com | technical@gulfcgp.com | www.gulfcgp.com
Novorossiysk
A large-scale overnight drone strike by Ukraine struck Novorossiysk on May 3, 2025. damaging the country’s largest grain terminal and several apartment buildings.The attack triggered fires and forced authorities to declare a state of emergency in the port city, which is also home to the Russian Black Sea Fleet. Local authorities in Russia’s southern Krasnodar Krai confirmed that drones damaged three grain storage reservoirs at the KSK terminal, one of the region’s most important export facilities. The attack sparked a fire at the site. The terminal, which can store up to 220,000 tons of grain and handled over 10 million tons in 2024, is operated by the Moscow-based Delo Group.Delo Group, which assured that the terminal was continuing to function in line with internal procedures and guidance from authorities. Drone strikes had also caused fires in nearby areas, including Taman and Anapa. Russian electronic warfare systems had jammed the drones, causing them to fall into residential areas. Public transportation in Novorossiysk was suspended after the strikes, Drones also targeted the Rostov Oblast.
NERIO
During a salvage operation, coordinated by the JRCC Tahiti successfully refloated the 'Nerio', which had run aground after it broke off from its mooring in the southern part of Fakarava. After initial unsuccessful attempts, the joint efforts of municipal services, private contractors, and local stakeholders prevented the total loss of the yacht, which on July 4, 2025, shortly after 7:30 p.m.,, contacted the JRCC Tahiti after grounding in the southern anchorage area of Fakarava. With the night already falling, the JRCC first ensured that the two people on board were safe on the boat, before organizing an assistance operation the following morning, The refloating operation began on July 5. Initially, the nautical resources of the Tetamanu guesthouse were mobilized, but proved insufficient to refloat the 22-meter monohull. The municipality of Fakarava then deployed its municipal launch, accompanied by a poti marara, to provide assistance. Despite several attempts, the yacht still could not be freed. The JRCC then connected the responders with the company Raiatea Carénage Services to prepare a new operation. On July 6, the municipality of Fakarava once again responded by deploying its municipal launch and barge. Thanks to the advice of the Raiatea Carénage Services, the support of the catamaran 'Roccatea ', and the combined efforts of the teams, the 'Nerio' was finally refloated and safely anchored. Report with photos: https://la1ere.franceinfo.fr/polynesie/tahiti/polynesie-francaise/sauvetage-du-voilier-nerio-a-fakarava-une-cooperation-exemplaire-evite-le-pire-1602765.html
VISBY
The 'Visby', sailing between Visby and Oskarshamn, which was supposed to depart from Visby on July 8, 2025, at 07.30 a.m., was delayed due to a technical fault. This was stated by the opererator Destination Gotland. After troubleshooting, the ship finally departed at 08.18 a.m.
Chittagong
FM: M/S NASIMA ENTEPRISE, Chittagong Port, Bangladesh. Kind Attention: Technical/ Purchasing Dept. Dear Sirs, Good day! This is Mr. Faruk Islam from "M/S NASIMA ENTEPRISE", Chittagong, Bangladesh. We are leading ship supplier & Repair company based in Chittagong or Mongla port, Bangladesh. So if you need any kind of service please feeling free contact with us. We always try to best serve for our client with very competitive price & best quality & quantity. For your kind consideration we write below our full style details & waiting your reply. Generally Supply Below: • Deck/ Engine/ Electric/ Navigation/ Medicine/ Stationary store Supply & Export. • Provision (Dry, fresh & frozen)/ Bond/ Cabin/ Salon Store Supply & Export. • Main/Auxiliary engine/ Hydraulic Pumps/ Motors/Generators & Spare parts supply & export. • Anchor Chain & Anchor/ Mooring Ropes (Nylon, Polystyrene) supply with fitting and certification. • Radar/ Turbo Charger/ Air Compressors/ Oil Purifiers supply with fitting and certification. • Bunker Oil/ Lubricants Supply & export. • Freon R-12, 22/ Acetylene/ O2/ CO2/ NO2 etc gases supply & Cylinder refilling. • Chemical, Paint & Painting materials supply & export. • Slugged oil disposal/ Garbage cleaning/ Chipping- painting & Buy Rejected goods. • Chart publication/ Nautical book supply. • Ship Agency Service & Custom Clearance of ship going goods. Repair Service Below: • Vessel main and auxiliary engine over-hauling and repair. • Steel Renewal: Side Shell, Deck, Hatch, Tank, Eng. room etc. • Cranes/Derrick/Grabs/ Hydraulics servicing. • Under water HULL, Propeller cleaning & repairing. • Air-conditioning system/ Refrigeration/ Pumps & compressor repairing. • Fabrications of all pipes & STEEL work • Hull, Pipelines & Accommodation Servicing. • Oil water Separator repairs. • Cargo Gear Repairing, Testing & Inspection with Certification. • Navigational apparatus-Radar, Gyro, Autopilot, VHF, SSB & radio repairing. • Electric motor, Pump, Generator rewinding & over-hauling. • Electrical, Automation & Specialist Welding. Safety Service Below: • Life Rafts/ Life Boats/ Life buoys/ Launching Appliances and On-Load Release Gear Testing & Supply • LSA/ FFA/ EEBD/ SCBA/ Immersion Suit supply, Service & Certification. • Fire Fighting Equipment/ Fire Hose/Fire Hose Couplings & CO2 bottles hydro test & refill & Supply. • Breathing Apparatus, Pyrotechnics, Gas detection & GMDSS Servicing and Certification. • Life Jackets, Chemical Suits, Gas Protection Suits & life saving equipments supply & Export. • All kind of Safety items (IMO Symbols, safety Lights, Respirators, Ear Muffs, Helmets etc.) supply & Export. • Vessel Annual Inspection & Testing. Expect we'll be able to a good business relationship in near future & always try to best serve to your good vessel. We are waiting for your highly appreciate and prompt reply by return. Thanks And Best Regard Md. Faruk Islam, (Tech & Ops. Dept.) M/s NASIMA ENTERPRISE 867/B, Tong Fokir Majar Lane, West Madarbari, Chittagong, Bangladesh. Telephone: +880-31-2518912, Mobile: +880-1814-365525; Email: nasimaent@gmail.com; info@nasima-enterprise.com; Web: www.nasima-enterprise.com;
Hodeidah
One person was killed, and around 35 were injured in an Israeli airstrike on Hodeidah Port on May 5, 2025. The airstrike was in direct retaliation for a missile strike by Yemen's Houthi rebels that landed near Ben Gurion Airport in Israel. Around 20 Israeli fighter jets participated in the airstrike, targeting sites that were being used to support Houthi military activities. The targets included the port of Hodeidah and a cement factory near the port, which has been alleged to be used by the Houthis for the construction of tunnels.