NAVAREA VII - 297/2026

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Issued: 6 Nov 2026, 00:00Last modified: 9 Nov 2026, 13:40

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Semi-submerged drifting vessel not under command in Mozambique Channel

M/V WEI XIAO TIAN SHI (C/S BOSA7) is reported not under command, semi-submerged and adrift in the SW sector of the Indian Ocean, Mozambique Channel. Position given as 27 - 55.94 S 038 - 09.35 E. Vessel requires assistance and the situation is reported to remain until further notice. Mariners should exercise caution in the area.

Type: Distress · severity critical
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Location: Indian Ocean - SW Sector - Mozambique Channel
Hazards: semi-submerged vessel, vessel adrift, vessel not under command, navigation hazard

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1. INDIAN OCEAN - SW SECTOR - MOZAMBIQUE CHANNEL 2. CHART SAN 28 (INT 700) 3. M/V WEI XIAO TIAN SHI (C/S BOSA7) NOT UNDER COMMAND, SEMI-SUBMERGED AND ADRIFT 4. 27-55.94S 038-09.35E 5. VESSEL REQUIRES ASSISTANCE 6. UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

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