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gCaptain

accidents March 25, 2026

Libya Secures Drifting Arctic Metagaz Tanker in Mediterranean

Libyan authorities have successfully secured the Russian LNG tanker Arctic Metagaz, which had been adrift in the central Mediterranean for weeks, as reported by gCaptain. This action was taken after European coastal states failed to address the environmental and navigational risks posed by the drifting vessel.

Arctic Metagaz (tanker)

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Splash247

accidents March 25, 2026

Fire at Ust-Luga Port Amid Drone Attacks

A fire at Russia’s Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga, following drone attacks, is being addressed, as reported by the governor of the Leningrad region on Telegram. Videos have emerged showing significant damage to this key Baltic export facility, according to Splash247.

Ust-Luga (RU)

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gCaptain

accidents March 24, 2026

Pilot Error Leads to Tanker Collision at California Refinery

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) found that a harbor pilot's error caused a tanker to strike a refinery pier in California, as reported by gCaptain. The incident occurred during an early-morning undocking operation.

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gCaptain

accidents March 24, 2026

Damaged Russian LNG Tanker Arctic Metagaz Secured by Libyan Authorities

Libyan authorities have secured the damaged Russian LNG carrier Arctic Metagaz after it was adrift for weeks, as reported by gCaptain. The vessel was boarded and attached to a tug to prevent potential environmental hazards.

Arctic Metagaz (LNG)

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Seatrade Maritime

accidents March 9, 2026

Borr Drilling Suspends Operations in Arabian Gulf

Borr Drilling has halted operations in the Arabian Gulf following an incident that led to the evacuation of the crew from the rig Arabia III in Saudi Arabia, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.

Arabia III (rig)

Seatrade Maritime

gCaptain

accidents March 7, 2026

US Urges Sri Lanka Against Repatriating Iranian Crew from Sunken Warship

The United States is urging Sri Lanka not to repatriate the survivors of an Iranian warship that sank recently, as reported by gCaptain. The diplomatic pressure comes amid concerns over the geopolitical implications of the incident.

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Seatrade Maritime

accidents March 6, 2026

Missile Strike on Tug Assisting Container Ship in Strait of Hormuz

Seatrade Maritime reports that a UAE-registered tug was struck by missiles while assisting the abandoned container ship Safeen Prestige in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the death of the crew.

Safeen Prestige (container)

Seatrade Maritime

Splash247

accidents March 6, 2026

Operation Epic Fury Sparks Maritime Tensions

Splash247 reports on the first week of Operation Epic Fury, a joint effort by the Trump administration and Israel to counter perceived threats from Iran, resulting in attacks on ships, oil spills, and stranded seafarers. The operation has led to soaring tanker rates and increased bunker costs, with 20,000 seafarers and 3,200 vessels affected. The ongoing conflict highlights the significant impact on maritime operations.

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gCaptain

accidents March 5, 2026

Explosion Disrupts Russian LNG Shadow Fleet in Mediterranean

An explosion in the Mediterranean has sunk the 'Arctic Metagaz', a vessel part of Russia's sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 export network, causing other tankers to halt or reroute, as reported by gCaptain. This incident raises concerns about the security of a crucial shipping corridor.

Arctic Metagaz (LNG tanker)

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gCaptain

accidents March 5, 2026

US Torpedo Sinks Iranian Warship in Historic Indian Ocean Incident

An Iranian warship was sunk by a U.S. torpedo in the Indian Ocean, marking the first such incident since World War Two, as reported by gCaptain. The warship had recently participated in a drill in India.

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