Maritime piracy, beyond its immediate danger to life and property, casts a long shadow over the global economy. The financial repercussions of pirate attacks on vessels extend far beyond the immediate costs of ransom payments, encompassing increased insurance...
There was a crane collapse in Hartford, Wisconsin on September 11, 2021. During the accident, a crane became unbalanced and toppled onto its side. Reports indicate the boom of the crane was extended at the time. It is unclear if anyone was injured during the...
As Tropical Storm Nicholas prepared to make landfall, the United States Coast Guard took the affirmative steps to limit vessel traffic at the Port of Corpus Christi. It is expected that at the time the storm hits the Texas Coast it will be upgraded to a hurricane. ...
There was a fire on the vessel SETIA ABADI 2 on September 8, 2021. At the time the vessel was in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Indonesia. It is unknown what caused the fire. There were 39 crew members on board at the time of the incident. 35 were rescued by...
There was a fire on the general cargo ship LOA FORTUNE on September 10, 2021. At the time the vessel was berthed at Moerdijk, Netherlands. Reports indicate a cargo of plywood caught fire in the hold of the ship. It is unknown what caused the fire, or if any crew...
There was an explosion on the LPG tanker FORTE DE SAO MARCOS on September 9, 2021. At the time the vessel was at Porto de Aratu, Brazil. Reports indicate the explosion occurred in one of the vessel's cargo tanks during degassing. in It is unclear if any crew...
There was a fire on the container ship MSC KATRINA on September 9, 2021. At the time the vessel was off the coast of South Africa en route Durban. It is unclear if any crew members were injured in the fire. The vessel is operated by MSC Mediterranean Shipping Co. ...
There was a fire on the bulk carrier AN CHANG while the vessel was in Rotterdam, Netherlands on September 8, 2021. According to reports, a fire broke out in the hold of the vessel while it was in port. The cargo is believed to be lithium batteries. It is unclear if...
There was a deadly crash involving an 18-wheeler and multiple other vehicles near the West Baton Rouge-Iberville Parish line on September 9, 2021. The accident happened on Interstate 10 Eastbound. During the crash, the18-wheeler approached multiple vehicles that...
A recreational vessel capsized in Franklin County, Washington on September 9, 2021. According to reports, a recreational boat capsized while on Lake Chance. The body of an 80 year old man who is believed to have been on the boat has been recovered by local...