Maersk, one of the world’s largest shipping companies, has announced that it will halt all Red Sea shipping until further notice following a Houthi militant attack.
The attack occurred on Sunday, when a Houthi-controlled vessel fired two missiles at a Saudi-led coalition warship in the Red Sea. The missiles were intercepted by the coalition, but the incident has raised concerns about the safety of shipping in the region.
In response to the attack, Maersk has decided to suspend all Red Sea shipping until further notice. The company said in a statement that it is “taking all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our vessels and crew.”
The Red Sea is a vital shipping route for many companies, including Maersk. The region is home to some of the world’s busiest shipping lanes, and the closure of the route could have a significant impact on global trade.
The Houthi militants have been engaged in a civil war with the Saudi-led coalition since 2015. The conflict has caused significant disruption to shipping in the region, with vessels often being targeted by both sides.
The attack on Sunday is the latest in a series of incidents that have raised concerns about the safety of shipping in the Red Sea. In April, a Saudi-led coalition warship was attacked by Houthi militants, and in May, a Saudi oil tanker was damaged by a missile.
Maersk’s decision to suspend Red Sea shipping is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of its vessels and crew. The company has not yet announced when it will resume operations in the region, but it is likely to remain closed until the security situation improves.
The closure of the Red Sea shipping route is a major blow to global trade, and it could have a significant impact on the global economy. It is hoped that the situation will improve soon, and that Maersk will be able to resume operations in the region.