Singapore-Registered Vessels Hit by Projectiles in Strait of Hormuz: One Sinks, Another Damaged

Two Singapore-registered vessels were involved in separate incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route, where they were struck by unknown projectiles. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) confirmed that the first vessel, GFS Pride, sank after being hit on October 14, while the second vessel, GFS Giselle, sustained damage the following day and reached safe anchorage under its own power.

All crew members aboard both vessels, totaling 43 individuals, were reported safe, with no Singaporeans among them. The MPA expressed deep concern over these attacks, describing them as unprovoked, unjustifiable and a breach of international law. The authority is in contact with the management companies of both vessels to monitor the situation closely.

“The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore said it was deeply concerned about the incident, describing it as unprovoked, unjustifiable, and a breach of international law.”Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

This recent escalation follows a series of similar incidents in the region. In late September, three Liberian-flagged oil tankers were struck by projectiles, and earlier in October, a Panama-flagged tanker, On Peace, reported injuries among its crew due to a projectile strike. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East began in February 2026 with US and Israel military actions against Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital conduit for about a fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas trade.

“The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore emphasized that all actions affecting international shipping must fully comply with international law, in particular the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.”Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

In a related incident earlier this year, the Singapore-flagged container ship Ever Lovely suffered minor damage from a projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The MPA noted that the vessel was following recommended routes and reported no injuries among its crew. Following the incident, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) temporarily suspended evacuation plans for trapped mariners in the area due to safety concerns.

The MPA has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety of maritime navigation and has called for adherence to international laws governing maritime conduct. Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow said that Singapore would continue to work with the international community to uphold the rights of vessels navigating through the Strait, as enshrined in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).