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The cargo ship UHL Freedom became uncontrollable during a severe storm in the North Sea after losing its anchor and experiencing engine problems. Three crew members were injured, and a helicopter evacuated two.

This month, we are featuring Jakes (ZS1TP) from South Africa, a ShipXplorer and AirNav Radar feeder who has been contributing AIS data to ShipXplorer since May 16, 2026. Jakes operates both an AIS station for tracking vessels and an ADS-B station for tracking aircraft, using a Raspberry Pi 3B, based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Authorities have launched an investigation following the death of a woman aboard a Carnival Cruise Line ship off the coast of California earlier this week.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has revealed the scale of disruption unfolding across global shipping, with around 3,200 vessels and nearly 20,000 seafarers currently stranded west of the Strait of Hormuz.

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.