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ZODIAC MARITIME LTD         74677SHIPMANAGER

ZODIAC MARITIME LTD
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Zodiac Maritime Ltd. is an international ship management company, headquartered in London with representative offices in Shanghai, Tokyo and Mumbai. Zodiac Maritime Ltd. specialise in the management of VLOCs, Capesize, Panamax, Handymax and Handysize Bulk Carriers, Container Ships, Crude Tankers, Product Tankers, Chemical Tankers, LPG Tankers and Pure Car (Truck) Carriers. Zodiac Maritime Ltd. differs from many other ship management companies in that it offers a complete package of management services, from the building and purchase of a vessel through to crewing, operating, maintenance, repair, insurance, legal services, supply and assisting the owners in finding employment for their vessels. Zodiac Maritime Ltd. is committed to providing the highest levels of service to our customers.morehide

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Iranian Military Seizes MSC Containership Amid Escalating Tensions

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wrote by Raghib . (6 months ago)

https://maritime-executive.com/article/iranian-forces-seize-msc-containership-near-strait-of-hormuz

                                     

Iranian military forces have boarded the MSC Aries, a sizable containership operated by MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, directing it into Iranian waters. While Iranian media identifies the 158,000 dwt vessel as Israeli, specific accusations leading to the seizure remain undisclosed. MSC has confirmed the incident, expressing their commitment to ensuring the safety and secure return of the vessel and its 25 crewmembers. Registered in Portugal and owned by a Zodiac Maritime affiliate, the MSC Aries departed from Khalifa, UAE, bound for India. As it neared the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian troops were deployed onto the containers from an approaching helicopter. 

  The vessel, constructed in 2020, measures 1,200 feet in length with a TEU capacity of 15,000, situated approximately 50 nautical miles east of Fujairah, UAE, at the time of boarding. Reports indicate that 17 of the crewmembers are Indian nationals, prompting India to request the immediate release of the crew from Iran. The International Chamber of Shipping has condemned the act, citing a violation of international law. This incident follows recent threats made by Iran's Supreme Leader against Israel, with analysts suggesting it could be part of a broader response strategy. Zodiac Maritime's association with Israeli businessman Eyal Ofer has intensified scrutiny, with previous incidents involving Ofer-affiliated vessels targeted by Iran and Houthi militants.

 

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