Waler Vessel Reviews and Specifications

On June 28, 2024, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) revealed that the cargo vessel 'Delonix' faced an aggressive attack while transiting the Red Sea, approximately 150 nautical miles northwest of Al Hudaydah, Yemen. This incident unfolded when Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for firing five missiles at the ship; however, none of the projectiles struck their target, landing instead in the surrounding waters. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the vessel continued its journey toward the next port. Military officials are currently probing the details surrounding this alarming event. The Houthis reportedly targeted the 'Delonix' first, which they incorrectly identified as an American vessel, while it is actually managed by Greece's Merman Maritime Co. Additionally, the group claimed to have attacked another vessel in the Red Sea, the 'Ioannis' (IMO: 9760158), deploying several uncrewed surface boats in the operation. Expanding their offensive beyond the Red Sea, the Houthis announced attacks on two vessels in the Mediterranean Sea: the 'Waler' (IMO: 9393668) and the 'Johannes Maersk' (IMO: 9215189). The group specifically singled out the Denmark-registered 'Johannes Maersk', alleging that it is affiliated with Maersk, a corporation they accuse of supporting Zionist movements and violating their restrictions concerning Israeli ports. As tensions rise, these events emphasize the increasingly volatile nature of maritime security in these strategic waterways.