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accidents February 5, 2026

Solong Captain Sentenced to Six Years Over Crewman's Death

Vladimir Motin, captain of the vessel Solong, received a six-year prison sentence after a judge deemed his explanation of events leading to crewman Angelo Pernia's death as 'implausible,' reports Seatrade Maritime. The incident involved an allision, which resulted in the tragic loss of life.

Solong

Seatrade Maritime

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accidents February 5, 2026

Explosion Disables MSC Giada III Near St Petersburg

The MSC-operated container ship MSC Giada III experienced an explosion and fire in its engine room while approaching St Petersburg, as reported by Splash247. The Liberia-flagged vessel, with a capacity of 2,732 teu, was traveling from Belgium to Russia's Neva Bay when the incident occurred.

MSC Giada III (container) St Petersburg (RU)

Splash247

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accidents February 5, 2026

Russian Captain Sentenced for Fatal U.S. Tanker Collision

A Russian captain was sentenced to six years in prison for gross negligence leading to a crew member's death during a collision with a U.S. tanker off Britain's east coast last year, as reported by gCaptain.

gCaptain

accidents February 4, 2026

15 Migrants Die in Collision with Greek Coast Guard Near Chios

Fifteen migrants lost their lives when their overloaded boat collided with a Greek Coast Guard vessel off the coast of Chios, as reported by gCaptain. The boat, carrying at least 39 passengers and navigating without lights, capsized and sank following the collision.

gCaptain

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accidents February 3, 2026

Russian Captain Found Guilty in Deadly North Sea Collision

A jury at the Old Bailey in the UK has convicted Russian captain Vladimir Motin of manslaughter by gross negligence after his containership, Solong, collided with the anchored US-flag tanker Stena Immaculate off the Humber, leading to a fatal fire, as reported by Splash247. The incident resulted in the death of tanker crewman Mark Angelo Pernia.

Solong (container) Stena Immaculate (tanker)

Splash247

gCaptain

accidents February 2, 2026

Search Concludes for Devon Bay Crew After Sinking Incident

The search for the crew of the bulk carrier Devon Bay has ended, as confirmed by vessel operator K Line Pte Ltd, marking the conclusion of a multinational rescue effort. The incident underscores the persistent dangers associated with transporting nickel ore, as reported by gCaptain.

Devon Bay (bulk)

gCaptain

accidents February 2, 2026

MSC Baltic III Hull Damage Worsens Amid Winter Storms

The container ship MSC Baltic III, grounded on Newfoundland's west coast for nearly a year, is experiencing worsening hull damage due to harsh North Atlantic winter conditions, as reported by gCaptain. Recent inspections have confirmed the deterioration, complicating salvage efforts.

MSC Baltic III (container)

gCaptain

accidents February 2, 2026

Coast Guard Investigates Fatal Sinking of F/V Lily Jean

The U.S. Coast Guard has initiated a formal investigation into the sinking of the commercial fishing vessel Lily Jean, resulting in the tragic loss of seven lives, as reported by gCaptain. The incident occurred approximately 25 miles off the coast of Massachusetts.

Lily Jean (fishing)

gCaptain

accidents February 2, 2026

Russian Captain Guilty in Fatal U.K. Tanker Collision

A Russian captain was convicted in a London court for gross negligence leading to the death of a crew member in a collision between a container ship and a U.S. tanker off the east coast of Britain, as reported by gCaptain.

gCaptain

Seatrade Maritime

accidents February 2, 2026

Solong Captain Convicted of Manslaughter After Humber Collision

The captain of the container vessel Solong has been found guilty of manslaughter due to negligence after a collision with a product tanker near the Humber Estuary last March, as reported by Seatrade Maritime. The incident highlights the severe consequences of navigational errors in busy maritime regions.

Solong (container)

Seatrade Maritime