Sea warnings

Location: 200 nautical miles west of Nouadhibou, Mauritania Coordinates: 20°41.0'N, 020°37.2'W Date & Time: January 25, 2025, at 12:00 UTC A distress alert has been issued for the vessel Marta (callsign: EA7600, MMSI: 225989599) after an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) signal was detected in the Atlantic Ocean, approximately 200 nautical miles west of Nouadhibou, Mauritania. The area of uncertainty surrounding the distress location is estimated to be 6 miles. Maritime Rescue Coordination Centers (MRCC) in Las Palmas and Madrid, as well as the nearest coastal radio stations, have requested that vessels in the vicinity maintain a sharp lookout, provide assistance if possible, and report any findings. Concerns Over MMSI Record Initial investigations indicate that the MMSI number 225989599 does not correspond to any registered vessel according to maritime tracking databases such as MarineTraffic and Vessel Finder. This raises concerns regarding the legiti...

Date: January 29, 2025 Location: Indian Ocean, approximately at Latitude 16.04°N, Longitude 059.53°E An urgent distress signal has been issued after a man overboard incident was reported from the crude oil tanker ATHINA I (IMO: 9071818). The vessel, sailing under the flag of St. Kitts and Nevis , sent a DSC distress alert requesting assistance in the search and rescue operation. At 21:28 UTC on January 29, 2025 , the merchant vessel ATHINA I reported a man overboard emergency at 16.04°N, 059.53°E . A previous distress message at 21:15 UTC from the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) UK indicated the incident occurred at 16.06°N, 059.55°E .  The distress call was classified as MAYDAY , and all vessels in the vicinity have been requested to assist immediately. Emergency Response & Coordination The Muscat Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) is leading the search operation and has requested: All ships in the vicinity to maintain a sharp lookout . Vessels able to ...

The Russian intelligence ship Kildin , originally built as a hydrographic survey vessel under the Moma Class (Project 861), has long been a significant asset for electronic intelligence gathering in the Russian Navy. Converted from a survey ship to an intelligence vessel under Project 861M, Kildin represents one of nine such conversions from a series of 29 ships built between 1967 and 1973 in Gdansk, Poland. Historical Overview of the Kildin Laid down at the Stocznia Polnocna Shipyard as yard number 861/13, Kildin was launched on December 31, 1969, and commissioned on May 23, 1970. Shortly after its commissioning, the vessel underwent conversion into an intelligence-gathering platform. Equipped with advanced surveillance and communication systems such as the Bizan ESM radar system, sonar MG-329 Sheksna, and the Vitok-AK electronic suite, Kildin was designed to gather critical intelligence in maritime operations. With a standard displacement of 1,080 tons (1,560 tons at full load) a...

Update  January 27  on Man Overboard Incident: Passenger Ship Moby Aki The Italian Coast Guard’s ongoing search and rescue operation for a passenger who went overboard from the Moby Aki has received further details. The incident occurred during the ship’s crossing between Genoa and Porto Torres. Upon arrival in Porto Torres at approximately 08:30 on January 25, the crew of Moby Aki noticed the absence of a female passenger during disembarkation operations. Her vehicle remained unattended in the ship’s garage, prompting immediate concern. The alarm was raised with the Porto Torres Coast Guard, which quickly initiated search efforts in collaboration with their resources.

Distress alert has been issued by the Libyan Navy Coast Guard concerning a boat adrift in the Central Mediterranean Sea, carrying 50 individuals on board. As per the SOLAS Convention and the SAR Convention (Hamburg 79), mariners are urged to take immediate action. Details of the Incident: Location : 33°12'N 018°55'E Date and Time : 231720 UTC January 25, 2025 Current Status : The boat is adrift with 50 people on board. All vessels in the area are requested to divert their course toward the reported position. Upon visual contact with the boat, it is critical to communicate the following details to the relevant authorities. Weather in the Area: Wind: South-West at 13 knots, gusting up to 17 knots Sea State: Slightly rough sea conditions

The Houthi rebels have announced the release of the Galaxy Leader ’s crew, ending a 430-day ordeal that began with the ship’s hijacking on November 19, 2023, in the Red Sea. This long-awaited development brings relief to the families of the 25 crew members, whose nationalities include Bulgarian, Ukrainian, Filipino, Mexican, and Romanian. The crew was handed over to the government of Oman earlier this week, according to reports. The Galaxy Leader was seized during a surge in maritime attacks by the Houthis, who claimed the hijacking was an act of solidarity with the Palestinian population during Israel's invasion of Gaza. The timing of the crew’s release aligns with a recent ceasefire in Yemen, though it remains unclear whether this was the result of negotiations or a unilateral decision by the Houthis. This incident highlights the precarious security situation in one of the world’s most critical maritime corridors. Between 2023 and 2024, the Houthis targeted dozens of vessels tra...

On January 19, 2025, at approximately 1100 hours UTC, the Sri Lankan fishing vessel SLFV SAMUDITHA 04 (Registration Number: IMUL-A-1262 MTR) reported being adrift due to engine failure. The vessel, with a crew of six onboard, was last located at coordinates 11° 06' N, 82° 42' E. This position is approximately 168 nautical miles from Nagapattinam Lighthouse (083 bearing). Vessel Description: Color: Green and White Length: 40 feet (14 meters) Width: 4 meters Flag: Sri Lanka MMSI: 417126241 Current Weather Conditions: Wind: Northeasterly at 15 knots, with gusts up to 20 knots Sea State: Moderate, with waves reaching 1.5 meters Sky: Partly cloudy Request for Assistance: Ships transiting the area are urged to: Maintain a sharp lookout for the drifting vessel. Establish communication with the crew if spotted. Provide necessary assistance. Notify the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Chennai with updates.