Thai Cargo Ship Bound For India Hit By Projectile In Strait Of Hormuz, Three Crew Members Missing

Thai Cargo Ship Bound For India Hit By Projectile In Strait Of Hormuz, Three Crew Missing
A Thai-flagged cargo vessel heading toward India was struck by a projectile while sailing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.

The incident left three crew members missing and raised fresh concerns about the safety of commercial shipping routes in the region.

According to reports, the vessel was travelling to Kandla Port in Gujarat when the attack occurred.

Cargo Vessel Hit While Sailing Near Iran

The cargo ship, identified as MAYUREE NAREE Bangkok, was reportedly struck by a projectile while sailing in waters close to Iran.

The vessel was carrying 23 crew members at the time of the incident. Initial reports said that three crew members were unaccounted for after the strike.

The projectile reportedly hit the ship near its stern, which is the rear part of the vessel. Authorities have not yet confirmed the full extent of the damage or the condition of the missing crew members.

Ship Was Travelling From Dubai To India

Shipping data from the maritime tracking platform MarineTraffic showed that the vessel had departed from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and was heading toward Kandla Port in India.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most important global shipping routes, connecting the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea. A large portion of the world's oil shipments passes through this narrow waterway every day.

Because of its strategic importance, any disruption in this region can affect international trade and energy supplies.

UK Maritime Agency Reports Fire On Cargo Vessel

Meanwhile, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed that a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz had been hit by an unknown projectile, which triggered a fire onboard.

In its statement, the agency said the attack forced the crew to evacuate the vessel after the fire broke out.

The UKMTO did not immediately confirm whether this was the same ship involved in the earlier incident.

Another Vessel Damaged Near UAE Coast

Authorities also reported another maritime incident in nearby waters. According to UKMTO, a container vessel off the coast of the United Arab Emirates was hit by a suspected projectile.

The ship's captain reported that the vessel had suffered damage, although the exact extent of the damage remained unclear. Fortunately, officials said all crew members on that vessel were safe.

Rising Attacks In The Strait Of Hormuz

These incidents come amid increasing tensions in the Gulf region. Reports suggest that ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz have faced multiple attacks in recent days.
Iran's military force, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, has claimed that it has "complete control" of the strategic waterway.

Data from maritime agencies such as the International Maritime Organization and UK maritime authorities indicate that at least 10 oil tankers and vessels have been targeted or reported attacks between March 1 and March 10 in or near the strait.

Global Shipping Concerns Increase

The growing number of attacks on commercial vessels has raised serious concerns about the safety of shipping routes in the Middle East. The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial route for global oil transport and international trade.

Any prolonged disruption in the region could affect energy markets, shipping costs, and trade flows worldwide.

Investigations into the latest attack are ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the exact cause and responsibility for the incident.