Sattahip:The Royal Thai Navy has initiated an extensive search operation following the sinking of the oil tanker "Venus 14" in Sattahip, aiming to locate the six crew members of the vessel. Efforts are also underway to manage the resulting oil spill.
According to Thai News Agency, the Royal Thai Navy's Region 1 has mobilized patrol boat T.113 and a reconnaissance aircraft for an urgent search and rescue mission. The operation focuses on finding the missing crew and dealing with the oil spill from the sunken tanker.
Rear Admiral Chanin Sriyapha, spokesperson for the Royal Thai Navy, reported that the First Naval Area Command received notice of the incident on November 11, 2026, at 900 AM. The "Venus 14" sank approximately 27 miles southwest of the entrance to the Sattahip Naval Base channel. An immediate response was initiated by dispatching naval assets to conduct search and rescue operations, monitor oil spill threats, and ensure safe maritime navigation.
Coordination with the Marine Department's Oil Spill Cleanup Coordination Center has been established to address any potential spills. The HTMS Punyee, equipped for oil spill interception, along with helicopters carrying cleanup equipment, are on standby for deployment. The Royal Thai Navy emphasizes its commitment to saving lives and protecting the marine environment in this emergency.