Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Al-Bahiya

On July 27, six Filipino crew members from the vessel 'Al Bahyah' returned safely to Manila aboard Qatar Airways Flight QR934, landing at Terminal 3 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). Upon their arrival, they were greeted by officials from the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), who promptly provided support. The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) Medical Team conducted a preliminary health assessment to evaluate the wellbeing of the seafarers. Following this, they were transferred to representatives from their licensed manning agency, BSM Crew Service Centre Philippines Inc., to ensure further support and coordination. Notably, one crew member had suffered a minor injury during the incident at sea.

In a devastating incident on July 14, 2026, one crew member tragically lost their life, and eight others sustained injuries, four of whom are in serious condition, due to Iranian missile strikes on two tankers, the 'Al Bahiyah' and 'Mombasa B' (IMO: 9739501). The attack occurred while the vessels were navigating the southern shipping lane of the Strait of Hormuz within Omani territorial waters. The deceased was an Indian national serving aboard the 'Mombasa.' Among the injured were six Indian crew members and two Ukrainian nationals. Both tankers sustained significant material damage as fires erupted onboard, though these have since been contained. In a related development, the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the master of another tanker fell victim to an unidentified projectile that struck the starboard side engine room, approximately 40 nautical miles northeast of Qalhat. Operators in the vicinity have been urged to exercise caution and remain vigilant, reporting any suspicious incidents. Iranian officials defended their actions, alleging that the vessels were illegally navigating a route orchestrated by the US military. The UAE, a key player in the region, has traditionally relied on the Omani lane for tanker operations to transport oil from the Arabian Gulf to Khor Fakkan in the Gulf of Oman. This strategic location facilitates the transfer of oil to other ships for further delivery. Prior to the missile strikes, both the 'Mombasa B' and 'Al Bahiyah' were actively participating in this essential trade but had entered 'dark mode' operations just a week prior to the attack. In response to the aggression, the UAE condemned the incident, labeling it a 'blatant attack' and asserting its right to respond decisively to this escalation in hostilities.