Archive · 12 Sep 2026
21 Rescued After Merchant Ships Collide Off Gujarat Coast
Two merchant ships crashed near the Gujarat coast.
One ship was called MV KMAX EMPEROR, and the other was MV TRUE MARINER.
The Indian Coast Guard began a rescue operation.
There were 24 crew members on MV KMAX EMPEROR.
Coast Guard teams safely moved 21 of them away from the ship.
Three crew members stayed behind to help with the ship’s operations.
Officials are watching for possible pollution from the collision.
They are also working to keep the coast and nearby waters safe.
The merchant vessels MV KMAX EMPEROR and MV TRUE MARINER collided near OTB Kandla.
The Indian Coast Guard evacuated 21 crew members from MV KMAX EMPEROR.
The vessel had 24 crew members onboard when the collision occurred.
Three crew members remained aboard to help operate the vessel.
Authorities activated measures to address pollution risks and protect Gujarat’s coastal ecosystem.
- Who
- The crews of MV KMAX EMPEROR and MV TRUE MARINER, the Indian Coast Guard, the Directorate General of Shipping, central agencies, and Gujarat’s state administration.
- What
- MV KMAX EMPEROR collided with MV TRUE MARINER; 21 crew members were evacuated from MV KMAX EMPEROR.
- When
- The Indian Coast Guard reported the rescue on Friday; the exact collision time was not specified.
- Where
- Near the outer anchorage OTB Kandla, off the Gujarat coast.
- Why
- The Coast Guard launched the rescue and response operation to protect the crew, monitor maritime safety, and address potential pollution.
- Vessels involved
- MV KMAX EMPEROR and MV TRUE MARINER
- Location
- Outer anchorage OTB Kandla, off Gujarat
- Crew aboard MV KMAX EMPEROR
- 24
- Crew evacuated
- 21
- Crew remaining aboard
- 3
- Response agency
- Indian Coast Guard
- Main risks monitored
- Maritime safety and potential pollution