Star Bulk Ship Damaged by Projectile, Sails for Repair

A Star Bulk Carriers ship was struck by an unknown projectile while at anchor, but will sail under its own power for repairs, the company has reported. The Star Gwyneth was holed by the projectile while anchored, according to Star Bulk president Petros Pappas. 'All crew are safe and accounted for,' Pappas said in a statement to Seatrade Maritime. The ship will now sail to a repair yard under its own power. The incident occurred at an undisclosed location. Pappas did not provide further details on the nature of the projectile strike or the extent of the damage. Star Bulk is one of the world's largest dry bulk shipping companies, operating a fleet of over 100 vessels. Damage to ships from projectiles or other attacks is an ongoing concern in some regions, requiring heightened security measures. While the specifics of this incident are still unclear, the ability of the Star Gwyneth to sail for repairs under its own power is a positive outcome, avoiding the need for additional assistance or recovery efforts. The maritime industry will be watching this situation closely for any updates on the investigation and implications for safety and security protocols going forward.