A container vessel linked to Greek interests came under fire while sailing near the coast of Oman, raising fresh concerns over maritime security in the region.
The incident occurred approximately 15 nautical miles off the Omani coastline, when the Liberia-flagged container ship EPAMINONDAS (IMO 9153862) was approached by an armed vessel. According to maritime security sources, the ship is owned by the Greek interests company Technomar and is under the management of MSC.
Reports indicate that a gunboat believed to be operated by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) approached the vessel without issuing any prior communication via VHF radio. Shortly after, the boat opened fire, striking the ship and causing significant damage to the bridge.
The vessel’s master reported the incident to UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), confirming that while the bridge sustained heavy damage, there were no fires or environmental impact as a result of the attack.
All crew members on board were reported safe, with no injuries recorded.
The incident highlights ongoing risks for commercial shipping in the wider Middle East region, where geopolitical tensions continue to pose challenges to safe navigation.
