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Indian Seafarers Safe After MT Marivex Fire
8 Jun
Summary
- Fire erupted on oil tanker MT Marivex, all 24 Indian seafarers safe.
- The vessel was empty and in ballast condition at the time of the incident.
- Indian government actively coordinating rescue and safety efforts overseas.
A fire incident occurred aboard the oil tanker MT Marivex, situated south of the Strait of Hormuz. All 24 Indian seafarers on board have been confirmed safe. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) is coordinating with the Ministry of External Affairs, Indian missions, and the Ministry of Defence to ensure the crew's safety. Initial reports indicate the vessel was empty and in ballast condition when the fire broke out around 1:30 pm on June 8, 2026. Whether the ship was struck by a projectile is currently under investigation. Port operations across India remain unaffected.
The Directorate General of Shipping control room has been actively handling calls and emails related to seafarer welfare. In the past 96 hours, they received 390 calls and 968 emails. The Ministry has facilitated the repatriation of over 3,506 Indian seafarers. The Embassy of India in Oman has established direct contact with the crew of MT Marivex.
