Maritime Accidents

Explore the details of a tragic collision in Amsterdam’s harbor involving a small boat and a tanker, leading to loss of life and ongoing investigations.

Feature Photo: courtesy Marinetraffic.com Guangzhou, China – October 26, 2025 Chinese maritime authorities have launched an urgent search and rescue operation after a small Chinese-flagged bulk carrier sank in the …

Explore the tragic Nieuw Amsterdam incident that highlights the risks of improper steam system management and the crucial need for crew training.

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In a dramatic maritime rescue operation, the Cameroon-flagged cargo vessel Eileen sank in the Black Sea on October 12, 2025, approximately 140 nautical miles east of Varna, Bulgaria. All 10 …

Explore the tragic incident on the Blue Star Chios ferry that led to a young trainee seafarer’s death, highlighting urgent safety and training reforms needed.

MSC World Europa Cruise Ship Loses Propulsion Off Italy Coast with Over 6,000 Passengers Onboard

MN KOSTA sinking off the coast of Crete in Greece

The vessel’s crew successfully contained a fire that erupted on the Maersk container ship Marie Maersk off the coast of Liberia on August 13, 2025. The blaze, which began in …

A chemical tanker and cargo vessel caught fire in Yeosu, South Korea, killing one and injuring two. Learn about the incident, safety implications, and maritime response.

A tourist boat capsized in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay during a sudden storm, killing at least 35 people, mostly Vietnamese families. Rescue efforts are ongoing.

The cargo ship Eternity C sank in the Red Sea after a deadly Houthi attack, leaving 15 missing and 4 dead. The incident revives maritime threats in a key global trade route.