The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is aware that the Singapore-registered container ship EVER LOVELY sustained minor damage to the bridge area from an unknown projectile while leaving the Strait of Hormuz on 25 June at about 10pm (Singapore Time). 

2.    The vessel has since completed its transit through the Strait of Hormuz and is proceeding on its voyage.

3.    All 21 crew members are safe. There are no Singaporeans onboard.

4.    MPA will continue to remain in close contact with the vessel's management company and provide the necessary assistance.

5.    MPA is deeply concerned about the incident, which was unprovoked, unjustifiable, and a breach of international law.  All actions affecting international shipping must fully comply with international law, in particular the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and not endanger the safety of seafarers and ships at sea.