The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) is investigating an incident in the Gulf of Oman involving the Panamanian-flagged vessel M/V Ocean Molica, which was struck by actions of the forces of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM).
The Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) reports that it has been made aware of the incident recorded in the Gulf of Oman, in which the Panamanian-flagged vessel M/V Ocean Molica was struck by actions of the forces of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM).
Following this incident, the Directorate General of Merchant Marine of the Panama Maritime Authority (AMP) is conducting the necessary investigations with the operating company and the parties involved, in accordance with the appropriate protocols as a Flag State. This is in order to carry out initial checks on the health of all crew members and the structural condition of the vessel.
The Directorate General of Merchant Marine reiterates that the Panamanian State's absolute priority is the physical integrity of seafarers and the safety of global navigation. Furthermore, given the complex conditions prevailing in the region, the entire international fleet is reminded of the importance of adhering to the recommendations contained in Merchant Marine Notices MMN-04/2025 and MMN-05/2026.
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