#MarineSecurity

Drone Strike Hits MSC UL SAN III in the Black Sea — Vessel Continues Under Own Power

A fully cellular container vessel, MSC UL SAN III (IMO 9305001), was reportedly struck by a drone on 25 August 2026 while sailing from Novorossiysk, Russia, to Tekirdag, Türkiye. According to the incident information shown in the supplied maritime security alert, the vessel was in laden condition when the incident […]

August 27, 2026August 27, 2026Marine News Update

Black Sea Shipping Risks Escalate After Drone Strike on Chevron-Chartered Tanker

The security environment in the Black Sea has taken another significant turn after a Chevron-chartered Aframax tanker was struck by a drone while approaching the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) terminal near Novorossiysk, Russia, highlighting the growing risks facing commercial shipping operating in the region. The incident occurred on 7 July, […]

July 10, 2026July 10, 2026Marine News Update