Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Emerald-Bay

On August 21, 2026, the bulk carrier 'Emerald Bay' became the target of a drone strike while operating in the Black Sea, following its departure from Tuzla on August 18. In the aftermath of this alarming incident, the onboard crew was promptly evacuated for their safety. The vessel was later secured off the coast of Samsun on August 22 and remained anchored until it was ready to set sail again on August 29. Although the damage inflicted on the 'Emerald Bay' was significant, the ship's maneuverability was unaffected, allowing it to navigate through the Bosphorus with the assistance of tugs from the General Directorate of Coastal Safety (KEGM) on September 2. The unladen bulk carrier is now heading toward the nearest shipyard for necessary repairs. An official statement from the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) of the Philippines confirmed that two of the 19 Filipino crew members aboard have been successfully repatriated to their homeland. For those interested, a video of the incident can be found here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DcyLKacoq0q/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsi=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==