Reviews & Ratings for the Yamilah-iii

On March 21, 2024, the oil tanker 'Yamilah III', which was traveling from Fujairah to Yanbu, came under attack by Houthi militants in the Gulf of Aden, approximately 109 nautical miles southeast of Nishtun, Yemen. According to reports from the vessel's master, a small skiff carrying four individuals was spotted approaching the tanker. The skiff followed closely before the pirates attempted a direct approach. In response, the armed security personnel on board the 'Yamilah III' discharged warning shots to deter the assailants. Following a brief exchange of small arms fire between the pirates and the tanker’s security team, the attacking boat retreated from the scene. This incident underscores the ongoing piracy threats in the region, highlighting the importance of maritime security.

An oil spill incident took place on November 27, 2022, at 1:05 PM UTC, during a bunker operation involving the vessel 'Yamilah III' and the tanker 'Juno Marie' (IMO: 9301641). The incident occurred at Anchorage One in Pointe aux Trembles, coordinates 45° 37' 56.5" N, 073° 29' 04.0" W. Approximately 300 liters of bunker oil were accidentally released before emergency protocols were activated to halt the operation. Following the incident, the 'Yamilah III' resumed its journey from Montreal on December 3, setting course for Gibraltar with an expected arrival date of December 14.