Singapore-flagged boxship struck by ‘unidentified projectiles’ in Gulf of Aden
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The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) on Friday (19 July) was informed by the vessel manager of Singapore- flagged container vessel LOBIVIA that the vessel had been struck by unidentified projectiles while transiting the Gulf of Aden.
MPA, which received the report at about 10.30 (Singapore time), said the resulting fire onboard was extinguished by the crew.
“All crew were accounted for and are safe. There were no Singaporeans onboard,” MPA said in a statement.
“LOBIVIA is moving under her own propulsion and has arrived at Berbera Port, Somalia to assess the damage and repairs needed.”
MPA is in contact with the vessel manager to provide any assistance required.
The Republic of Singapore Navy’s Information Fusion Centre has alerted its security partners in the Gulf of Aden region to provide any assistance required.
Photo credit: Marine Traffic / Geir Vinnes
Published: 22 July 2024
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