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News18
19 minutes ago
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- News18
Singapore Thanks India For Rescue Ops After Cargo Ship Fire: 'Grateful To Indian Friends'
Last Updated: The vessel had a multinational crew onboard, including 8 Chinese, 6 Taiwanese, 5 from Myanmar, and 3 Indonesian nationals. Singapore's High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, extended gratitude to India after the successful rescue of 18 crew members from the Singapore-flagged container ship MV Wan Hai 503, which caught fire off the Indian coast on June 9. Taking to X, he wrote, 'Deep gratitude for our Indian friends @IndiaCoastGuard @indiannavy @IN_HQSNC @IN_WNC @SpokespersonMoD. Swift and brave rescue operations for the 🇸🇬-flagged MV Wan Hai 503 which caught fire off #Beypore. HC Wong". Deep gratitude 🙏 for our Indian friends @IndiaCoastGuard @indiannavy @IN_HQSNC @IN_WNC @SpokespersonMoD swift and brave rescue operations for the 🇸🇬-flagged MV Wan Hai 503 which caught fire off #Beypore. HC Wong #IndianNavy #IndianCoastGuard 📷: @DefencePROkochi — Singapore in India (@SGinIndia) June 9, 2025 Meanwhile, the Indian Navy confirmed that 18 out of 22 crew members aboard the Singapore-flagged container ship have been safely evacuated. The incident took place approximately 44 nautical miles off Azhikkal and 130 nautical miles northwest of Kochi, Kerala. According to the Navy, the vessel had a multinational crew onboard, including 8 Chinese, 6 Taiwanese, 5 from Myanmar, and 3 Indonesian nationals. As the fire intensified, all crew members were forced to abandon the ship. Two Indian Coast Guard ships, Sachet and Samudra Prahari, are actively deployed at the scene of the fire to assist in firefighting and rescue operations. '#IndianNavy in a closely coordinated #SearchAndRescue operation with @IndiaCoastGuard, DG Shipping and other stakeholders, has safely rescued 18 out of 22 crew members Singaporean Flagged MV Wan Hai 503. The MV had reported internal container explosion and resultant major fire onboard. The inputs of the incident were received at @IFC_IOR at about 0930 hr on #09Jun 25," said Indian Navy spokesperson in an official statement. '#INSSurat and a Dornier aircraft were immediately deployed by the #IndianNavy to render necessary assistance, and at about 1630 hr, 18 out of 22 crew members were safely rescued by #Surat. First aid has been rendered to the injured crew members and the ship is presently proceeding to New Mangalore for disembarkation and further medical management," it added. #IndianNavy in a closely coordinated #SearchAndRescue operation with @IndiaCoastGuard, DG Shipping and other stakeholders, has safely rescued 18 out of 22 crew members Singaporean Flagged MV Wan Hai 503. The MV had reported internal container explosion and resultant major fire… — SpokespersonNavy (@indiannavy) June 9, 2025 Notably, the vessel was en route from Colombo, Sri Lanka to Nhava Sheva, Mumbai, with an expected time of arrival (ETA) on 10 June. The fire rapidly engulfed the midsection of the vessel, which is currently adrift.
New Indian Express
an hour ago
- New Indian Express
Ship fire off Kerala coast: Watch 360-degree visuals from Indian Navy helicopter
Visuals of towering flames and thick black smoke billowing from the Singapore-flagged container vessel, MV Wan Hai 503, were captured by an Indian Navy helicopter.
New Indian Express
an hour ago
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- New Indian Express
Ship fire off Kerala coast: 18 rescued, 4 missing; Navy, Coast Guard try to douse flames
A major fire broke out on board the Singapore-flagged container vessel MV Wan Hai 503 on Monday, around 130 nautical miles (approximately 144 km) northwest of Kozhikode.
Time of India
2 hours ago
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- Time of India
Fire breaks out on Singapore-flagged vessel off Kannur coast; 18 rescued, 4 missing
Kozhikode/Kochi: A major fire broke out on board a Singapore-flagged vessel, MV Wan Hai 503, after a container explosion 44 nautical miles off the Azhikkal coast in Kannur on Monday, barely two weeks after a container ship sank off Thottappilly, Alappuzha. Eighteen crew members were rescued, while four are missing. The vessel, which departed from the port of Colombo, Sri Lanka, with 22 crew onboard on Friday, was estimated to reach the Nhava Sheva Port, Mumbai, on Tuesday. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) received a distress alert about the explosion and fire in one of its containers around 9.30am. "Of the 18 rescued crew, one is reported to have sustained serious injuries. Four crew members, including two Taiwanese, one Indonesian and one Myanmarese, are missing from the time of the explosion," a statement said. As per the cargo manifest of the ship accessed by TOI, the vessel carries "dangerous" cargo as per IMO (International Maritime Organisation) classification in as many as 157 containers. These include flammable substances, spontaneously combustible substances and toxic chemicals like pesticides, raising concerns of environmental damage in the Arabian Sea. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo The ICG assets, diverted immediately upon receipt of information, were coordinating the rescue operations. As of 12.40 pm, the resulting fire spread to other containers, and the crew abandoned the vessel in life rafts. INS Surat, diverted by the Indian Navy, rescued 18 survivors and took them to Mangalore port for disembarkation and further procedures by evening. The incident occurred around 9.20am, around 88 nautical miles off Beypore and 130 nautical miles northwest of Kochi. An official statement said preliminary reports suggested that 1,015 containers have fallen overboard. The crew members included eight Chinese, six Taiwanese, five Myanmarese and three Indonesian nationals. Besides two Dornier aircraft equipped with life rafts for aerial surveillance and situational assessment, the ICG has mobilised five ships, including specialised firefighting and pollution response vessels, to the incident site. The Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC), Mumbai, has activated the International Safety Net (ISN), prompting nearby merchant vessels MV Ambra and MV One Marvel to assist in the rescue effort. The distress alert was initially relayed by MV Cape Valencia to MRCC Mumbai. The vessel continues to emit dense smoke, and the onboard fire poses a risk of further explosions and structural failure. Maritime traffic in the area has been advised to maintain a safe distance from the vessel. The Flag Administration of Singapore has also been formally notified. The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), India, has instructed the ship's owners to immediately engage qualified salvors and firefighting experts. They have also been instructed to provide two-hourly updates until the situation is stabilised, a statement said. According to ICG, the vessel was adrift as of Monday evening, and firefighting efforts were ongoing. The details of the cargo onboard are being ascertained to determine the nature of the fire and the potential risks involved during firefighting operations. Efforts will also be undertaken to deter the vessel from closing in on the coast, it said.
NDTV
2 hours ago
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- NDTV
Fire Erupts On Singapore-Flagged Container Vessel Off Kerala Coast, 4 Missing
Quick Read Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. A fire broke out on the Singapore-flagged MV Wan Hai 503 off Kerala, with 18 of 22 crew members rescued and four missing. The vessel, carrying hazardous cargo, is adrift as firefighting efforts continue. A search operation is underway amidst safety concerns. Kochi: A major fire broke out on board a Singapore-flagged ship after a container explosion off the Kerala coast on Monday, defence sources said. Eighteen crew members were rescued, while four remain missing. The incident occurred at approximately 9.20 am IST, around 44 nautical miles off Azhikkal in Kannur district of Kerala and 130 nautical miles northwest of Kochi. Defence sources said that of the 22 crew members on board the Singapore-flagged container ship, MV Wan Hai 503, 18 who had abandoned the vessel were rescued by Indian Navy and Coast Guard assets. They are being brought to Mangaluru Port on the Navy ship INS Surat for disembarkation and further necessary procedures. The vessel was enroute from Colombo, Sri Lanka to Nhava Sheva, Mumbai, with an expected time of arrival (ETA) on June 10, 2025. "The fire rapidly engulfed the mid-section of the vessel, which is currently adrift. Preliminary reports suggest that 10-15 containers have fallen overboard," a Coast Guard release said. — Indian Coast Guard (@IndiaCoastGuard) June 9, 2025 The crew members include eight Chinese, six Taiwanese, five Myanmarese, and three Indonesian nationals. "Following the explosion and escalation of the fire, the crew abandoned the ship. 18 crew members have been rescued, while four remain missing. A search and rescue operation is currently underway," the release said. Visuals provided by the maritime security agencies showed the fire engulfing the mid section of the Singapore-flagged container vessel measuring 270 metres in length with a draught of 12.5 metres. The Coast Guard said it initiated an immediate response, deploying two Dornier aircraft equipped with life rafts for aerial surveillance and situational assessment. Five ICG ships, including specialised firefighting and pollution response vessels, have been mobilised to the incident site. The Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC), Mumbai, activated the International Safety Net (ISN), prompting nearby merchant vessels MV AMBRA and MV ONE MARVEL to divert and assist in the rescue effort. The distress alert was initially relayed by MV Cape Valencia to MRCC Mumbai. "The vessel continues to emit dense smoke, and the onboard fire poses a risk of further explosions and structural failure. Maritime traffic in the area has been advised to maintain a safe distance from the vessel," the release said. The Flag Administration of Singapore has been formally notified. The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), India, has instructed the ship's owners to immediately engage qualified salvors and firefighting experts. "Preliminary contact has been established with SMIT Salvage for specialised support. Owners have also been directed to provide an urgent assessment and disclosure of the nature of cargo in the affected containers," the release said. The DGS remains in continuous coordination with all stakeholders, including the ship management team, to ensure a unified emergency response. Owners have been instructed to provide two-hourly updates until the situation is stabilised, it said. Defence sources said saving lives and containing the fire remain the highest priorities. Meanwhile, a top officer at Azhikkal Port said the containers on the ship contain dangerous cargo, including flammable solids, liquids and toxic substances. "The containers in the ship have dangerous cargo, including Class 3 (flammable liquids), Class 4.1 (flammable solids), Class 4.2 (spontaneously combustible substances) and Class 4.6 (toxic substances)," Captain Arun Kumar P K, port officer, Azhikkal Port told reporters. It was the second incident involving cargo vessels off the Kerala coast in a month. On 24 May, a Liberian-flagged cargo vessel, MSC ELSA-3, sank 14.6 nautical miles off the coast.
