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We’re excited to announce a brand-new feature on ShipXplorer: Oil Rigs Overlay! Now, you can easily visualize the locations of oil rigs across the globe directly on the map, making your maritime tracking and exploration even more informative.

Tensions flared once again in the disputed South China Sea on Sunday (Oct 12), after the Philippines accused a Chinese ship of deliberately ramming one of its government vessels near Thitu Island, part of the contested Spratly Islands.

Two standout features that capture the attention of our community are the "Most Viewed Vessels" and "Multi-Select" functionalities. Let’s dive into what makes these features must-haves for ship enthusiasts and maritime professionals.

A tragic boating accident on Sunday evening near the Clearwater Memorial Causeway Bridge in Florida has left one person dead and multiple others injured after a collision between a recreational vessel and the Clearwater Ferry.

Two crew members were injured on the morning of April 21, 2025, when the Glomar Venture, an emergency response and rescue vessel (ERRV) operated by Glomar Offshore, collided with an offshore wind turbine in the North Sea.