Attack on a bulk carrier, Gulf of Oman
Issued: 1 month, 1 week ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2026-03-03 22:40:00 CW Alert 007- (Mar 26) Indian Ocean Attack Military UKMTO/CLOSED
The UKMTO have reported that a vessel has been attacked approximately 7nm East of Fujairah, United Arab Emirates (Exact position not specified). The Master reported that the vessel was struck by an unknown projectile causing damage to the steel plating. The strike did not cause a fire or any intake of water. The crew are reported as safe. Clearwater have received further information stating that initial reports indicate the vessel involved is a Panama-flagged bulk carrier.
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