USV Incident Off Yemen Coast Raises Maritime Safety Concerns

A vessel reported an incident involving an Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) 64 nautical miles northwest of Yemen's Hodeidah. The UK Maritime Trade Operations agency confirmed that the crew were safe and the vessel continued to its next port of call despite experiencing four splashes nearby.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 01-10-2024 12:17 IST | Created: 01-10-2024 12:17 IST
USV Incident Off Yemen Coast Raises Maritime Safety Concerns
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A vessel reported being hit by an Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) 64 nautical miles northwest of Yemen's Hodeidah on Tuesday, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency.

The vessel's crew observed four splashes nearby, raising immediate concerns. Fortunately, all crew members were reported safe.

The vessel continued to its next port of call, and authorities are investigating the incident to ensure maritime safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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