ADNOC ship damaged after attack within UAE territorial waters

Dubai: ADNOC Logistics and Services disclosed that one of its ships was damaged following an attack within UAE's territorial waters in the Arabian Gulf on Tuesday, November 10. The company's statement indicated that response teams are currently addressing the situation, and additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

ADNOC Logistics and Services refrained from disclosing the vessel's identity, the extent of the damage, or further details about the attack. The company emphasized that the public should rely solely on official sources for information about the incident and avoid spreading rumors or unverified reports. This latest attack on an ADNOC vessel follows a series of incidents earlier this year.

In an August 7 statement, ADNOC reported that 15 of its vessels had been attacked by missiles and drones while navigating the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict commenced, resulting in one fatality and 20 crew members injured. Subsequent attacks on August 8, August 13, and August 14 also impacted ADNOC vessels, but no injuries were reported in those instances.

ADNOC Logistics and Services, the maritime logistics arm of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, is listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange since June 2023. The company offers shipping, integrated logistics, and marine services to the energy sector, serving more than 100 clients across more than 50 countries.