The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) announced that 18 crew members from the vessel Wan Hai 503 have been successfully rescued by the Indian Navy. The crew were transferred from lifeboats to an Indian Navy ship, which is currently heading towards New Mangalore Port. However, four crew members—two from Taiwan, one from Myanmar, and one from Indonesia—are still missing, and search and rescue (SAR) operations are ongoing.
The rescued crew includes five individuals who have sustained injuries. These injured crew members are receiving medical treatment onboard the Indian Navy ship as it makes its way to port. As of 20:30 on 9 June 2025, three vessels from the Indian Coast Guard and Indian Navy have been deployed to aid in the SAR operations, with aircraft also assisting in the search efforts.
MPA has expressed gratitude to the Indian authorities for their swift action in rescuing the crew and supporting the ongoing SAR operations. A team from MPA is on its way to assist the Indian authorities further. The situation remains critical, and MPA has conveyed its thoughts to the crew and their families during this challenging time. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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