ADNOC Ship Attacked in UAE Territorial Waters, Damage Confirmed

ABU DHABI (Daily Qudrat): The logistics and services division of the UAE’s state energy company Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has confirmed that one of its vessels was damaged in an attack within the Emirates’ regional territorial waters in the Arabian Gulf.

According to Khaleej Times and Gulf News, the company said the incident occurred on the afternoon of Tuesday, 10 November.

Relevant rescue and response teams are dealing with the situation, and further information will be released as it becomes available.

Nature of Attack and Details of Casualties Unclear

The initial announcement did not clarify the name of the vessel, the weapon used in the attack, the condition of the crew or the value of the damage.

Therefore, it would be premature to say who carried out the attack or how much disruption it caused to oil shipments.

Growing Risks for Vessels in the Region

This incident occurred at a time when the conflict between Iran and the US, restrictions on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and reports of attacks in Gulf waters have increased risks for maritime trade.

The security of maritime routes is important for the energy exports of the entire region, including the UAE.

Further Official Information Awaited

The company has currently only confirmed the attack and the damage caused to the vessel. A final conclusion regarding the identity of the vessel, the safety of the crew and responsibility for the attack can only be drawn after a further report from the relevant authorities.