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Maersk-Yorktown

IMO: 9289192

Container Ship, United States of America

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Maersk-Yorktown

Vessel Details

MMSI

369248000

Callsign

WSNU

Width

32.0 m

Length

195.0 m

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Charles

2025-05-13

Position: Medical Officer

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Latest News (2)

Houthis claimed attack on Maersk Yorktown

Apr 25, 2024 09:17

On April 24, 2024, a ship stated an explosion in the water around 72 nautical miles southeast of Djibouti. A Houthi Spokesperson through the official channel took responsibility for the attack, claiming attacks on the 'Maersk Yorktown' and the 'MSC Veracruz'. They referred to the MSC vessel as an ‘Israeli ship’ and also alleged that a U.S warship was involved in the attack with the 'Maersk Yorktown' under contract with the U.S military. The U.S Central Command confirmed that they prevented one anti-ship ballistic missile, launched from an area controlled by Houthi in Yemen over the Gulf of Aden.The missile was likely aimed at the 'Maersk Yorktown', which whad 18 US- and four Greek crew members on board. The US central Command also confirmed the destruction of four airborne unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) over Houthi controlled areas in Yemen. On April 13, one anti-ship ballistic missile was fired by the Houthis from the Gulf of Aden.

Missile headed at container ship destroyed by US Navy

Apr 10, 2024 12:09

The USS 'Laboon' destroyed an anti-ship ballistic missile fired by Houthi militants in Yemen on April 8, 2024, which was targeting the 'Maersk Yorktown' in the Gulf of Aden, which was being escorted by the U.S. Navy destroyer. It was determined the ABSM presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition, and merchant vessels in the region. There were no injuries or damage reported. Yemen’s Houthi militants confirmed that a missile shot down was targeting the AP Moller-Maersk ship. The group also claimed to have launched two more operations against MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company vessels nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

🔥 Were there any fires on Maersk-Yorktown?

Based on available news reports, Maersk-Yorktown has been mentioned in connection with fire-related incidents. There have been 2 news reports mentioning fire incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Fire Incident Reported

🌊 Did Maersk-Yorktown sink or have any sinking incidents?

Based on available news reports, Maersk-Yorktown has been mentioned in connection with sinking-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning sinking incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Sinking Incident Reported

🏴‍☠️ Was Maersk-Yorktown involved in any pirate attacks?

Based on available news reports, Maersk-Yorktown has been mentioned in connection with pirate-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning pirate attacks. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.

Pirate Attack Reported

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