A methanier carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) was struck by debris from unidentified projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, an incident reported by the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) on September 22, 2026. The UKMTO stated that the incident occurred as the vessel was heading towards the exit of the strait. The ship's captain informed the UKMTO about the incident, and an investigation has been launched by the relevant authorities.
According to the UKMTO, all crew members on board the methanier are safe, and no environmental impact has been reported. The vessel will continue its journey to its next port of call. The UKMTO has advised ships to exercise caution while transiting the area and to report any suspicious activity. This incident follows another attack on a tanker earlier in the day, which resulted in two sailors being injured.
Earlier on September 22, the UKMTO reported that a tanker had been hit by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring two sailors. The incident occurred as the tanker was transiting the strait. The UKMTO did not provide details on the nature of the projectile or the identity of those responsible for the attack.
The UKMTO has been monitoring the situation and has called for caution and vigilance from ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The strait is a critical waterway for international shipping, with many vessels passing through it each day. The incidents have raised concerns about the safety of shipping in the region.
The incidents on September 22 are the latest in a series of attacks on shipping vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The UKMTO and other maritime authorities have been working to ensure the safety of shipping in the region. An investigation into the incidents is ongoing, and the UKMTO is working with relevant authorities to determine the cause and those responsible.
The methanier involved in the second incident was able to continue its journey under its own power, despite being hit by debris from unidentified projectiles. The UKMTO has not provided details on the extent of the damage or the identity of those responsible for the attack. The incident has highlighted the need for continued vigilance and caution in the region.
The UKMTO's report on the incidents highlights the ongoing risks and challenges faced by ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The agency's efforts to monitor the situation and provide guidance to ships in the region are crucial in ensuring the safety of shipping and preventing further incidents.
Key points
- Two sailors were injured in a similar incident earlier in the day when a tanker was hit by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz.
- The UKMTO has advised ships to exercise caution while transiting the area and to report any suspicious activity.
- An investigation into the incidents has been launched by the relevant authorities, with the UKMTO working to determine the cause and those responsible.
