Dutch-flagged cargo ship substantially damaged in Gulf of Aden attack

By Reuters 29 September 2025, 7:58 pm

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LONDON — The Dutch-flagged cargo ship Minervagracht sustained substantial damage after being hit by an explosive device in the Gulf of Aden, the vessel’s operator says.

“Earlier today, its general cargo vessel Minervagracht that was on passage in the Gulf of Aden, in international waters, has come under attack of an unidentified explosive device, inflicting substantial damage to the ship,” the vessel’s Amsterdam-based operator, Spliethoff, says in a statement.

“Following the attack, Minervagracht is suffering from a fire. As a result, two of the crew of Minervagracht have sustained injuries. Currently the crew of 19 are being evacuated to nearby vessels by helicopter.”