Fishing Oil Tanker Venus 14 Sinks Off Sattahip Coast
The Royal Thai Navy has launched a rescue operation for six crew members after the Venus 14 fishing oil tanker sank in the Gulf of Thailand.
According to a report by Matichon Online on November 11, 2026, the fishing oil tanker 'Venus 14' has sunk in the waters off the coast of Sattahip. In response to the emergency, the First Naval Area Command of the Royal Thai Navy has deployed the T.113 patrol boat and a reconnaissance aircraft to the site to conduct an urgent search and rescue mission for the six crew members reported to be on board at the time of the incident. For residents and travelers in the Sattahip area, this incident highlights the ongoing maritime safety operations conducted by the Navy in the Gulf of Thailand. While the immediate priority is the recovery of the crew, the cause of the sinking and the potential environmental impact of the vessel's cargo remain to be confirmed by official authorities. Local maritime traffic in the vicinity may be affected as rescue operations continue. Further updates regarding the status of the crew and the vessel are expected as the Royal Thai Navy concludes its search efforts.
