The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported an incident occurring 85NM East of Aden, Yemen. The Captain of a Barbados-flagged Bulk Carrier reported an explosion occurring near the vessel. The ship sustained minor damage from shrapnel resulting from the explosion.
All crew members and the vessel are confirmed safe, and the ship is continuing to her next destination.
All vessels are advised to proceed with caution in this area and report any unusual activity to the UKMTO
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