UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) received a report of an incident 11 nm NNE of Lima, Oman. A tanker security officer said the vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile, damaging the engine room and leaving the ship without control; the regional coastguard has been notified. No injuries or pollution reported; authorities are investigating. UKMTO advised transiting vessels to exercise caution and report suspicious activity.

2026-08-01

UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) received a report of an incident 11 nm NNE of Lima, Oman. A tanker security officer said the vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile, damaging the engine room and leaving the ship without control; the regional coastguard has been notified. No injuries or pollution reported; authorities are investigating. UKMTO advised transiting vessels to exercise caution and report suspicious activity.