Three merchant vessels attacked near Strait of Hormuz on 11 March: Mayuree Naree, Star Gwyneth and ONE Majesty

Maritime security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz escalated on 11 March 2026 after three commercial vessels — a bulk carrier, another large bulker and a container ship — were reportedly struck by projectiles while transiting the Gulf region. The incidents occurred within the same operational zone near the Persian Gulf / Gulf of Oman shipping corridor, a route that carries a significant share of global energy and container trade.

The attacks involved the vessels Mayuree Naree, Star Gwyneth and ONE Majesty, causing varying levels of damage and forcing ships to slow down or seek safe anchorage.

Vessel details

1. MAYUREE NAREE

Name – MAYUREE NAREE
IMO – 9323649
Call sign – HSGM
Flag – Thailand
Type – Bulk Carrier (Handysize)
Year built – 2008
LOA – 178.7 meters
Beam – 28.0 meters
Deadweight – approx. 30,193 DWT

Voyage details

Last port – Khalifa port, UAE
Next destination – Kandla, India
Current location – Persian Gulf / Strait of Hormuz region

Incident

The vessel was struck by projectiles near the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a fire reportedly near the stern and engine room area, forcing emergency response and crew evacuation procedures.

Crew details

Total crew onboard – 23 crew members
Rescued – 20 crew members (rescued by the Omani Navy)
Missing – 3 crew members

The explosion occurred near the engine room, where the three missing crew members were working when the projectile hit the vessel.

After the attack, the captain ordered abandon ship, and the crew evacuated using lifeboats before being picked up by rescue vessels

2. STAR GWYNETH

Name – STAR GWYNETH
IMO – 9301031
Call sign – V7IY2
Flag – Marshall Islands
Type – Bulk Carrier
Year built – 2006
LOA – 228.9 meters
Beam – 32.2 meters
Deadweight – approx. 82,790 DWT

Voyage details

Last port – Bandar Imam Khomeini, Iran
Destination – Dubai / Port Rashid, UAE
Current location – Persian Gulf, near UAE waters

Incident

The bulk carrier was also reportedly hit by a projectile during transit in the Gulf region. Initial reports indicate limited structural damage, and the vessel later slowed down and moved toward safer waters.

Crew details

Total crew onboard – around 20–23 crew members (estimated typical bulker crew)
Crew condition – All crew reported safe
Injuries – No injuries reported

The projectile caused damage to one cargo hold, but the vessel remained structurally stable and seaworthy. The vessel later shifted to a safe anchorage for inspection.

3. ONE MAJESTY

Name – ONE MAJESTY
IMO – 9424912
Call sign – 7KSX
Flag – Japan
Type – Container Ship
Year built – 2010
LOA – 302 meters
Beam – 43.4 meters
Deadweight – approx. 79,443 DWT

Voyage details

Last port – Sharjah Anchorage, UAE
Destination – Mundra, India
Current location – Persian Gulf region

Incident

The container vessel sustained damage reportedly near the stern area after a projectile strike but remained operational and proceeded toward a secure anchorage.

Crew details

Total crew onboard – approx. 22–25 crew members (typical for container vessels of this size)
Crew condition – All crew reported safe
Injuries – No casualties reported

The vessel suffered minor structural damage after being hit by a projectile while transiting near the Strait of Hormuz but continued operations

Impact on maritime trade

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, handling roughly 20% of global oil shipments and a significant volume of Gulf container trade.

Following these incidents:

• Several shipping companies began delaying vessel transits in the Gulf.

• Marine insurance risk premiums are expected to rise for Hormuz transit routes.

• Some vessels have already slowed or anchored offshore awaiting security clearance.

With three merchant vessels attacked within a single day, the incident has further intensified concerns about shipping safety in the region and the potential disruption of global energy and container supply chains.

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