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Casualty Details
| Publish Date | 01 Jun 2026 |
| Casualty Type | Hostilities |
| Vessel Type | Container Carrier (VT-UCC) |
| IMO | 8715857 |
| GRT | 52,181 |
| Year of Build | 1990 |
| Location | Off Umm Qasr, Iraq |
| Cargo Details | Up to 4,437 TEUs of containerised and temperature sensitive cargo |
| Port of Refuge | Not reported / Unknown |
Report
* We have received reports that the containership MSC SARISKA V (IMO 8715857) was struck by two projectiles while departing the port of Umm Qasr, Iraq on 1st June 2026.
* MSC have reported that the vessel was first struck during the departure while the second impacted the crew accommodation area shortly afterwards. Thankfully, all crew members are reported to be safe and uninjured.
* The extent of damage is yet to be confirmed but there are reports the vessel has suffered a hole on the starboard side at the waterline. The condition of cargo on board has not been advised.
* It is possible that General Average/Salvage and Recovery issues may arise as a result of this incident.
* Should you be concerned with any cargo on board this vessel, we recommend that you contact us urgently so that we can immediately take steps to protect your interests.
