Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Adalynn

A notable maritime incident occurred on June 16, 2025, at 9:14 p.m. UTC, when the tanker 'Adalynn' collided with another tanker, 'Front Eagle', near Khor Fakkan Anchorage. The 'Front Eagle', laden with cargo and en route to Zhoushan, was traveling southbound at a speed of 13.1 knots when it executed a starboard turn, striking the after port quarter of the 'Adalynn', which was sailing southeast at 4.8 knots toward the Suez Canal after recently departing the anchorage. This unexpected collision resulted in a hull breach on the 'Adalynn' and triggered a devastating fire that quickly engulfed the vessel's superstructure. The flames also reached the deck of the 'Front Eagle', although the crew aboard the latter was able to extinguish the fire swiftly, with no injuries reported among the personnel. By June 17 at 01:51 a.m. UTC, the 'Front Eagle' reported its status as Not Under Command. The UAE National Guard's Coast Guard responded promptly, deploying SAR boats to evacuate the 24 crew members from the 'Adalynn'. Initial investigations suggest that the incident resulted from a navigation error, rather than any security issue; however, the area has been flagged for increased risks due to recent concerns over GPS spoofing, contributing to navigational challenges. The precise position of the 'Adalynn' at the time of the incident was recorded at coordinates 25.330959, 56.823463, though its anchoring status remained unverified. Complicating the situation is the alleged involvement of the 'Adalynn' in dubious activities, linked to the Ukrainian government’s accusations regarding the tanker’s role in exporting Russian oil from the Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga. Reports indicate potential deceptive practices, including disabling its AIS and engaging in suspicious operations in Kola Bay during 2023 and 2024. Its last recorded laden voyage was in September 2024, transporting 855,000 barrels of Urals crude to the Vadinar refinery in India. Following this, the 'Adalynn' has reportedly remained near the UAE coast and spent an extended period at the port of Duqm in Oman. In terms of insurance, 'Front Eagle' is covered by Steamship Mutual for protection and indemnity, whereas the 'Adalynn' does not have coverage from any of the 12 clubs within the International Group of P&I Clubs. The area of the collision has been categorized as high-risk, necessitating shipowners to secure additional insurance from specialists to address hull and P&I claims. For further visuals and updates on the situation, reports can be accessed with accompanying photos and videos: [Republic World](https://www.republicworld.com/world-news/3-ships-allegedly-on-fire-near-strait-of-hormuz-in-gulf-of-oman-amid-israel-iran-tensions-picture-emerges) and [gCaptain](https://gcaptain.com/navigation-error-suspected-in-vlcc-suezmax-crash-off-fujairah-amid-rising-gulf-tensions/).

A significant oil spill now stretching approximately six square miles has emerged in the Gulf of Oman, near the coasts of Iran and the UAE, precipitated by a collision between the tankers 'Adalynn' and 'Front Eagle.' Initially detected on June 17, the spill, which measured 1.47 square miles, has alarmingly quadrupled in size within just a day, raising urgent environmental concerns for the region. The 'Adalynn,' linked to Russia's shadow fleet, has a history of transporting Russian oil from the Ust-Luga port in defiance of the G7 price cap, often employing tactics such as turning off its AIS to evade detection. Despite the vessel's official statement claiming it was carrying no cargo, its 9.3-meter draft pointed to the possibility that it was actually loaded with as much as 70,000 tons of crude oil. The precise origin of the cargo remains uncertain, but it is likely that it was transferred from another ship. Between May 1 and the collision date, the 'Adalynn' exhibited unusual behavior, repeatedly circling the same region of the Gulf of Oman, suggestive of ship-to-ship oil transfer activities. Prior to this, the vessel was docked at Duqm port and had made several journeys into the Gulf. Its last confirmed loading occurred at Ust-Luga in September 2024, after which it returned to Duqm and visited various ports in the area. Global Shipping Holding Ltd., based in Antigua-Barbuda and listed as the owner of 'Adalynn,' operates from an older office complex in Navi Mumbai, known to house several logistics and maritime training firms. However, there is no public directory to verify if the company is a tenant. Alongside 'Adalynn,' it also operates the 'Carcharodon' (IMO: 9258882), which faces UK sanctions for involvement in the Russian oil trade. Records indicate that both vessels are sanctioned by Ukraine for their roles in this shadowy oil network. Additionally, ship tracking data suggests that 'Adalynn' may be without Protection and Indemnity (P&I) insurance, posing further liability concerns, particularly for environmental damage that would fall directly on the owner. Following the collision, 'Front Eagle's' operator, Frontline, struggled to establish contact with 'Adalynn's' owners, only receiving information about the crew's safety through a local agent, confirming they reached shore and were accommodated in a hotel. As of June 19, the 'Front Eagle' was still anchored at position 25° 14' N 056° 34' E.

A new charter has been successfully secured with a duration of 12 months at the rate of $22,500 per day. This marks a significant development for the contracting party, reinforcing their operational capabilities for the upcoming year. The contract is set to optimize maritime logistics and transport efficiency.