Deadly Blast at Bangladeshi Shipyard: Tanker Explosion Claims Lives at Recycling Facility

Sitakunda, Bangladesh – A devastating explosion at a shipbreaking yard in coastal Bangladesh claimed the lives of seven individuals and injured at least 15 others on Saturday. The incident occurred when a discarded oil tanker, set to be dismantled, erupted into flames during the cutting process. The local authority in Chittagong confirmed that the explosion shook the facility at Sitakunda, a known hub for shipbreaking operations that supply the national steel industry. The event underscores …

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Deadly Explosion at Thai Shipyard Claims Two Lives, Injures Seven

Ayutthaya, Thailand — An explosion at a shipyard in Thailand’s historic city of Ayutthaya resulted in the deaths of two workers and injuries to seven others on Wednesday. Emergency services were called to the scene in the early hours, as initial investigations suggested that the blast was likely linked to welding activities that inadvertently ignited flammable materials. Located north of Bangkok, Ayutthaya is known not only for its rich cultural heritage but also for its …

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Gas Explosion at Hanwha Ocean Shipyard Halts Production and Claims Worker’s Life

SEOUL, South Korea – Production has been temporarily halted at the Hanwha Ocean shipyard in Okpo after a tragic gas explosion took the life of a worker on Friday. The shipbuilder has refrained from providing details about the incident, but local reports suggest that the explosion occurred at a ship rudder fabrication shop, resulting in the death of a 28-year-old employee from a subcontractor company. According to witnesses, the explosion was caused by a gas …

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