Casualty Details
| Publish Date | 16 Aug 2025 |
| Casualty Type | Fire |
| Vessel Type | Chem, Tank |
| IMO | 9301691 |
| GRT | 2994 |
| Year of Build | 2005 |
| Location | off Yeosu, South Korea |
| Cargo Details | Approximately 2,500 metric tons of chemicals |
Description
* We have received reports that combined chemical and oil tanker MALY (IMO: 9301691) experienced a fire whilst moored off Yeosu, South Korea on 16 August 2025.
* It is reported that the fire was later extinguished with assistance from numerous vessels deployed by the local Coast Guard.
* We understand that the fire spread to a nearby small cargo vessel, and sadly, the Master of that vessel lost their life as a result of the fire.
* It is possible that GA/Salvage and Recovery issues may arise as a result of this casualty.
* We therefore recommend that you contact us if you are concerned with the cargo on board this vessel so that we can immediately start taking steps to protect your interests.
