Complete Maritime Profile & Reviews of Torm-Thor

In a significant development on February 24, 2024, the Danish-owned tanker 'Torm Thor' faced a missile offensive from Houthi militia while navigating the Gulf of Aden, on its route from Tanjung Telepas to Djibouti. The situation could have escalated dangerously if not for the timely intervention of the U.S. Navy destroyer USS 'Mason', which successfully intercepted several incoming ballistic missiles aimed at the vessel. As a result, both the warship and the 'Torm Thor' sustained no damages. The tanker safely arrived at its destination in Djibouti on February 25 at 5 p.m. UTC, underlining the effectiveness of maritime security operations in the region.

In a remarkable incident on July 26, 2019, at approximately 03:30 a.m., the crew aboard the 'Torm Thor' noticed an unauthorized individual making a swift escape by jumping overboard with a hose. This unusual activity was initially detected during routine inspections when the crew detected a strong odor of oil near the forward cargo tanks at the Apapa-Lagos Anchorage. Promptly responding to the situation, the duty crew raised the alarm and mustered the entire team to investigate the potential fuel theft. Subsequent inquiries confirmed that the individual had indeed attempted to siphon oil from the cargo tanks. Alerted to the situation, a nearby Nigerian Navy patrol vessel was notified, which initiated a search in the adjacent waters. As of July 30, the 'Torm Thor' remained stationary off the coast of Lagos, underscoring the importance of vigilance in maritime operations.