Liberia-flagged tanker MT Fujairah Energy hit by projectile in Persian Gulf; six Indian seafarers on board
Summary Liberia-flagged very large crude carrier (VLCC) MT Fujairah Energy was struck by a projectile while sailing through the Persian Gulf on 10 November 2026. Six Indian seafarers were among the crew members on…
Liberia-flagged very large crude carrier (VLCC) MT Fujairah Energy was struck by a projectile while sailing through the Persian Gulf on 10 November 2026. Six Indian seafarers were among the crew members on board. Four crew members sustained injuries, including one Indian national who suffered minor injuries, while the remaining 18 crew members, including five Indians, were reported safe.
The Liberia-flagged VLCC MT Fujairah Energy was hit by a projectile while transiting the Persian Gulf from Al Ruwais to Dubai on 10 November 2026, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said on Wednesday.
The vessel was carrying six Indian seafarers at the time of the incident. Four crew members sustained injuries, including one Indian national who suffered minor injuries.
In a post on X, Sonowal confirmed that the remaining 18 crew members, including the other five Indian seafarers, were safe and accounted for.
This story was originally published by Maritime Gateway. Read the full story at Maritime Gateway →
Conversation